Unfortunately I think Nissan may have boxed themselves into a corner when they came out with the GTR. An engineering marvel at a reasonable price when it first arrived, however it was not a high volume seller or big money maker.
So now this has forced Nissan to make a tough decision, which halo or sports car do they keep? Both aren't really money makers. Plus R&D and updates cost more for a sports car versus a sedan. So why would Nissan, who cares about profits, like any well managed company do this for two low volume sellers?
I have a feeling, one is going to go and it may be the Z. I never used to think like this before, as I felt the Z35 would incorporate engines and other parts from the Q60, and Nissan would continue to do what they've done from the past into the future. But the reality is sports car sales suck. New C7 Vettes can be had for thousands below MSRP, used ones even more! This, plus the delays on any teaser release of info to the auto press, has me very concerned.
Suv/crossovers, trucks, hybrids, electric and eventually autonomous vehicles have become and will become the automotive battlefield. The sports cars that survive will most likely have 4 seats, with just a couple of exceptions.
I have loved the Z ever since I got my first one in 1978 and will always have a soft spot in my heart for the Z. But I made a decision awhile back not to wait for the Z35. I'll hang on to my current Z for several months but will eventually just keep the new car. Hope I'm wrong and the new Z35 be a killer!
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