I know Nissan is extremely strict what they say about their upcoming cars like Z, but I have a feeling TT car with lightweight chassis will be our future. A car that will yield slightly faster than current Z 0-60, braking, handling etc.
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According to Nissan design boss Shiro Nakamura, the next Z-car "could be smaller" than the current car. In addition, product chief Andy Palmer added that the car will be powered by a downsized four-cylinder turbocharged engine. Compared to the 350Z and 370Z, the car will have a slightly different character. Fortunately, Palmer reiterated the car is very much happening and that there’ll be "a normal version, and a Nismo." The car's arrival date is still unknown, as its final design has yet to be signed off.
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We all know how Nissan cut $3000 from Z msrp last year to compete with BRZ/FRS. If that's not a sign, I dunno what is. I have a feeling it will be a 3000 lbs-ish (almost 350 lb savings) 300 HP TT engine. Maybe a new more aluminum based (full aluminum?) chassis and more Al on body panel to save weight(current Z has hood and side doors al) . Maybe we will see (body color painted) cf hood/rear hatch?
However, I will make a comment. Z is an iconic mass produced Japanese muscle car. Nissan knows that very well. Z is the Ford Mustang of Japan. Keep that in mind. Also keep that in mind new will MUST be better than the current Z. With that in mind, I don't think I'm nervous at all. I don't think it'll be disappointing. I have faith in Carl Phillips
. I am actually getting a little excited about it
