HI

johnnieg · 10-15-2010, 08:56 AM

I just wanted to say hi to everyone. I posted a intro

on new member. Just purchased a 2009 new black nismo

having it shipped in the next few weeks I'm soo excited as

a previous zxr owner back in the day. As Pacino said in the Godfather,

"just when i thought i was out.... they pulled me back in"

F1loco · 10-15-2010, 09:13 AM

Welcome back. Nice choice in color and options..

We could be twins...let the modding begin...

johnnieg · 10-15-2010, 09:35 AM

Awesome you have a nismo? What year? Tell me what can i expect from the car i never ever drove one. Oh and thanks for the warm welcome!

wishihadnav · 10-15-2010, 06:53 PM

hi

Waiz · 10-15-2010, 10:43 PM

Welcome.

Dpeters · 10-18-2010, 03:34 PM

Here's my individual take on the Nismo:

- Styling is wonderful. One of the most beautiful Zs ever produced.
- Radio sucks. two speakers complimented by two tweeters with no speakers in the back of the car. Good luck running down the interstate and hearing your stereo.
- View out of your rear view mirror is hopeless. The spoiler blocks a lot and you'll rely on your side view mirrors more than expected.
- Performance is, hands down, much better than the 350z. This car has much more mid range power than the 350.
- Cabin noise is terrible. There is no insulation on the metal, so road noise is a major factor. Tons of highway driving will wear on you after a while. It's not really a factor around town.
- Suspension is stiff and will beat you up if you have rough roads. Road trips in this thing will take a toll on your back. The touring model of the 370 fares much better in this department. The flip side to this is it handles very well but see my warning below.
- Be prepared to have people gawk at you, yell "Love the car" at highway speeds, point fingers and give you thumbs up, ask you 500 questions at gas stations, etc. I always received attention with my 350, but I never expected the amount I get in the Nismo. I suspect that as they become more common, this will calm down in the coming year or so.

A piece of wisdom: Don't take traction control off until you're used to the car... you wont like the result!!!

Enjoy your ride when you get it... pics are necessary!!!

vividracing · 10-18-2010, 10:59 PM

congrats on the nismo and welcome to the forum!

johnnieg · 10-20-2010, 06:57 AM

Thanks guys! I had a 2005 vette the car was insane with out the traction control .. just getting on a exit u would lose the tale.. the best handling car i ever owned was a 2004 mini s i sunk a load of cash in it for mods but man it was fun.. i would take it up to lime rock ct and play speed racer! The mini was just too small and the vette always broke down...

wishihadnav · 10-20-2010, 12:22 PM

you'll be very happy with the nismo..its a great car!

PJRabbit · 11-15-2010, 01:09 PM

My my, Dpeters was very negative.

Agreed, best looking Z ever. This car turns heads like no other, and owning a NISMO puts you in a very exclusive crowd--not very many on the road so it turns heads big-time. I'm amazed at the newbs that ask if it's a Skyline.

The car rides rough because of the stiff body and racing suspension. I personally love feeling every nook and cranny in the road while I am doing 50mph over the speed limit. It handles like a dream as a result. It's a RACE CAR, if you want comfort buy an Altima.

Power is above-average for a performance car. Not all that special off the line but very good mid-range acceleration. It goes from 80-130 like a shot.

It has a MANUAL tranny only. I love that fact above all other and I'm sick that any Z comes with an automatic transmission. Reference my Altima statement earlier for my views on that.

Enjoy your rocket

Dpeters · 11-16-2010, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PJRabbit

My my, Dpeters was very negative.

Agreed, best looking Z ever. This car turns heads like no other, and owning a NISMO puts you in a very exclusive crowd--not very many on the road so it turns heads big-time. I'm amazed at the newbs that ask if it's a Skyline.

The car rides rough because of the stiff body and racing suspension. I personally love feeling every nook and cranny in the road while I am doing 50mph over the speed limit. It handles like a dream as a result. It's a RACE CAR, if you want comfort buy an Altima.

Power is above-average for a performance car. Not all that special off the line but very good mid-range acceleration. It goes from 80-130 like a shot.

It has a MANUAL tranny only. I love that fact above all other and I'm sick that any Z comes with an automatic transmission. Reference my Altima statement earlier for my views on that.

Enjoy your rocket

Not being negative, just honest. The guy asked what to expect, and while it's a subjective answer, am I wrong on my assessment? Radio sucks, visibility sucks, ride is stiff as hell, looks are legendarily wonderful, people will comment left and right. Do I regret my purchase? No, I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. I bought this car knowing that most of these issues exist, as should anyone looking at a Nismo.

For the record, I like a stiff ride too.... just not on a long road trip.

ThoriumHotdog · 11-16-2010, 01:13 PM

Dont forget to check you front suspension for the shipping spacers.

10-15-2010, 08:56 AM	#1 (permalink)
johnnieg Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: ny Posts: 35 Drives: tytug Rep Power: 15	HI I just wanted to say hi to everyone. I posted a intro on new member. Just purchased a 2009 new black nismo having it shipped in the next few weeks I'm soo excited as a previous zxr owner back in the day. As Pacino said in the Godfather, "just when i thought i was out.... they pulled me back in"

10-18-2010, 10:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
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11-15-2010, 01:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
PJRabbit Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Va Posts: 41 Drives: 2010 NISMO 370z Rep Power: 15	Welcome My my, Dpeters was very negative. Agreed, best looking Z ever. This car turns heads like no other, and owning a NISMO puts you in a very exclusive crowd--not very many on the road so it turns heads big-time. I'm amazed at the newbs that ask if it's a Skyline. The car rides rough because of the stiff body and racing suspension. I personally love feeling every nook and cranny in the road while I am doing 50mph over the speed limit. It handles like a dream as a result. It's a RACE CAR, if you want comfort buy an Altima. Power is above-average for a performance car. Not all that special off the line but very good mid-range acceleration. It goes from 80-130 like a shot. It has a MANUAL tranny only. I love that fact above all other and I'm sick that any Z comes with an automatic transmission. Reference my Altima statement earlier for my views on that. Enjoy your rocket

10-15-2010, 09:13 AM	#2 (permalink)
F1loco Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Posts: 203 Drives: 09 Nismo Rep Power: 15	Welcome back. Nice choice in color and options.. We could be twins...let the modding begin...

10-15-2010, 09:35 AM	#3 (permalink)
johnnieg Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: ny Posts: 35 Drives: tytug Rep Power: 15	Awesome you have a nismo? What year? Tell me what can i expect from the car i never ever drove one. Oh and thanks for the warm welcome!

10-15-2010, 06:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
wishihadnav A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 90090 Posts: 1,851 Drives: Force Fed Nismo Rep Power: 184	hi

10-15-2010, 10:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Waiz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,262 Drives: Z33 & GE8 Rep Power: 459	Welcome.

10-18-2010, 03:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
Dpeters Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 88 Drives: 2009 Nismo PG 370Z Rep Power: 16	Here's my individual take on the Nismo: - Styling is wonderful. One of the most beautiful Zs ever produced. - Radio sucks. two speakers complimented by two tweeters with no speakers in the back of the car. Good luck running down the interstate and hearing your stereo. - View out of your rear view mirror is hopeless. The spoiler blocks a lot and you'll rely on your side view mirrors more than expected. - Performance is, hands down, much better than the 350z. This car has much more mid range power than the 350. - Cabin noise is terrible. There is no insulation on the metal, so road noise is a major factor. Tons of highway driving will wear on you after a while. It's not really a factor around town. - Suspension is stiff and will beat you up if you have rough roads. Road trips in this thing will take a toll on your back. The touring model of the 370 fares much better in this department. The flip side to this is it handles very well but see my warning below. - Be prepared to have people gawk at you, yell "Love the car" at highway speeds, point fingers and give you thumbs up, ask you 500 questions at gas stations, etc. I always received attention with my 350, but I never expected the amount I get in the Nismo. I suspect that as they become more common, this will calm down in the coming year or so. A piece of wisdom: Don't take traction control off until you're used to the car... you wont like the result!!! Enjoy your ride when you get it... pics are necessary!!!

10-20-2010, 06:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
johnnieg Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: ny Posts: 35 Drives: tytug Rep Power: 15	Thanks guys! I had a 2005 vette the car was insane with out the traction control .. just getting on a exit u would lose the tale.. the best handling car i ever owned was a 2004 mini s i sunk a load of cash in it for mods but man it was fun.. i would take it up to lime rock ct and play speed racer! The mini was just too small and the vette always broke down...

10-20-2010, 12:22 PM	#9 (permalink)
wishihadnav A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 90090 Posts: 1,851 Drives: Force Fed Nismo Rep Power: 184	you'll be very happy with the nismo..its a great car!

11-16-2010, 01:13 PM	#12 (permalink)
ThoriumHotdog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: TX Posts: 1,104 Drives: Turbo CRX si Rep Power: 17	Dont forget to check you front suspension for the shipping spacers.