Trading it for 09 nismo

cab83_750 · 11-07-2010, 03:16 AM

OP,

don't let us rain on your parade.

. At least, it's a Nismo and not a Toyota 4-Runner.

Heck, I am looking at the cab myself at the present. They are looking for a black for me to replace my blk coupe. Hopefully, I can join your parade soon.

ChrisSlicks · 11-07-2010, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Ghost

It's my understand the Nismo 370 suspension/chassis is more track oriented. I compared the standard 370's ride quality to the Nismo and found the Nismo to be much stiffer.

It may not make a difference to you, but to some people its a big deal to have to deal with a stiff suspension of daily usage.

You probably test drove a Nismo with the spacers still on

The Nismo is stiffer than stock but he had coilovers on his car. Other than the minor suspension changes (and lateral damper) the chassis are the same.

Anyways, congrats. Will be interested to hear an honest review of the differences once you've had some seat time.

tjlazer · 11-07-2010, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

You probably test drove a Nismo with the spacers still on

The Nismo is stiffer than stock but he had coilovers on his car. Other than the minor suspension changes (and lateral damper) the chassis are the same.

Wrong the Nismo suspension is harsh as hell! I had it on my base for 2 months and it was too much. Great for a track car though!

Jeffblue · 11-07-2010, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by tjlazer

Wrong the Nismo suspension is harsh as hell! I had it on my base for 2 months and it was too much. Great for a track car though!

most coilover kits have harsher spring rates than the nismo kit, and plenty of people DD with them.

tjlazer · 11-07-2010, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffblue

most coilover kits have harsher spring rates than the nismo kit, and plenty of people DD with them.

But I also bet they have set the settings lower to allow the non gut wrenching ride quility too. Remember the Nismo springs are linear and are evenly harsh, as my Swift Spec R's seem to not be as linear (coils are not evenly spaced, which a true linear spring will.) and seem softer and OEM like but are overall a lot stiffer spring. (stiffest spring on the market for the 370Z)

stunner253 · 11-07-2010, 07:44 PM

Hey guys thanks a lot for the advice/input about this matter. I got her now and im about to start moding her here in a few days. Ill post some pictures as soon as I got here cleaned up...

azn370z · 11-07-2010, 07:49 PM

I haven't seen you in awhile, I'm surprised you're even still into the z.

stunner253 · 11-07-2010, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

I haven't seen you in awhile, I'm surprised you're even still into the z.

My Hayabusa and work kept me busy all summer I didnt get to drive my Z for a while..

370zHawaii · 11-18-2010, 05:50 AM

Interesting this topic came up, I bought a base last month, no Nismos supposed to come to island until next year....LIE the stealership lied!!!! Anywho, I have about 900 miles on my Z now and was thinking about taking the couple thousand dollar loss and getting a 2011 nismo only one on island that just came in this week. I researched the cost of setting up a base to Nismo and very very $$$$ it would be much cheaper for me to just take a hit and save $$$$ in the long run. My payment calculated would go up by about $50 as well but thats at 36 months. After reading this thread, I hope to be lucky one who gets to pick it up, and yes I will use it as a DD....I dont get this whole DD thing, cars are meant to be driven I cant drive it when I am 110 so why not enjoy it while I can, I wish I could get a GTR and use it as a DD

370zHawaii · 11-19-2010, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zHawaii

Interesting this topic came up, I bought a base last month, no Nismos supposed to come to island until next year....LIE the stealership lied!!!! Anywho, I have about 900 miles on my Z now and was thinking about taking the couple thousand dollar loss and getting a 2011 nismo only one on island that just came in this week. I researched the cost of setting up a base to Nismo and very very $$$$ it would be much cheaper for me to just take a hit and save $$$$ in the long run. My payment calculated would go up by about $50 as well but thats at 36 months. After reading this thread, I hope to be lucky one who gets to pick it up, and yes I will use it as a DD....I dont get this whole DD thing, cars are meant to be driven I cant drive it when I am 110 so why not enjoy it while I can, I wish I could get a GTR and use it as a DD

Update, went to stealership LIARS, I checked online in their inventory, yes 370Z Nismo in Stock!!, Called because my drive is from the top of the island to the bottom to verify they have. Salesperson response, "yes we have NEEZ MOE" would you like to schedule a test drive? My reply "yes yes please!!" Get to stealership 45 minutes later...(yes Hawaii is small takes about 45 minutes to drive from top point to bottom) .....to my surpise Nismo not in parking lot,...sales lady response "Oh you wanted a Nismo, we dont have Nismo.....but we have this nice sport package etc etc would you like to look at it....My delayed response...ummm yeah why not....thinking to myself this damn sales lady, I am going to scare her now!!! So get to test drive the Sport and with 29 miles on it I went crazy with it, unfortunately the lady tells me "now this is how this car is meant to be driven" she gets all excited and etc etc....damn you Nissan Sales LADY!!!

stunner253 · 11-21-2010, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zHawaii

Update, went to stealership LIARS, I checked online in their inventory, yes 370Z Nismo in Stock!!, Called because my drive is from the top of the island to the bottom to verify they have. Salesperson response, "yes we have NEEZ MOE" would you like to schedule a test drive? My reply "yes yes please!!" Get to stealership 45 minutes later...(yes Hawaii is small takes about 45 minutes to drive from top point to bottom) .....to my surpise Nismo not in parking lot,...sales lady response "Oh you wanted a Nismo, we dont have Nismo.....but we have this nice sport package etc etc would you like to look at it....My delayed response...ummm yeah why not....thinking to myself this damn sales lady, I am going to scare her now!!! So get to test drive the Sport and with 29 miles on it I went crazy with it, unfortunately the lady tells me "now this is how this car is meant to be driven" she gets all excited and etc etc....damn you Nissan Sales LADY!!!

Sorry to hear that brother.. but if you can get the Nismo go for it its just so worth it! I just got my F.I. and coilovers installed and she just looks so sexy! lol im just lovin it. Good luck man..

stunner253 · 11-24-2010, 02:58 AM

Here she is guys! I got her lowered with BC coiover installed F.I. exhaust and some spacers on the way..

Jamaica · 11-24-2010, 03:13 AM

Looks good my friend

stunner253 · 11-24-2010, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jamaica951

Looks good my friend

Thanks brother glad you like it

cab83_750 · 11-24-2010, 03:28 PM

Dang!!!!!! Let me

for you.

I always thought the red looks awesome. I just could not handle the fable of red-getting-more-tickets.

N I C E!!!!!

11-07-2010, 07:49 PM	#37 (permalink)
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11-07-2010, 03:16 AM	#31 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 417	OP, don't let us rain on your parade. . At least, it's a Nismo and not a Toyota 4-Runner. Heck, I am looking at the cab myself at the present. They are looking for a black for me to replace my blk coupe. Hopefully, I can join your parade soon.

11-07-2010, 07:44 PM	#36 (permalink)
stunner253 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Seattle Wa. Posts: 235 Drives: Nismo red Rep Power: 15	Hey guys thanks a lot for the advice/input about this matter. I got her now and im about to start moding her here in a few days. Ill post some pictures as soon as I got here cleaned up...

11-18-2010, 05:50 AM	#39 (permalink)
370zHawaii Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sun Shining State Posts: 294 Drives: A Starship Rep Power: 15	Interesting this topic came up, I bought a base last month, no Nismos supposed to come to island until next year....LIE the stealership lied!!!! Anywho, I have about 900 miles on my Z now and was thinking about taking the couple thousand dollar loss and getting a 2011 nismo only one on island that just came in this week. I researched the cost of setting up a base to Nismo and very very $$$$ it would be much cheaper for me to just take a hit and save $$$$ in the long run. My payment calculated would go up by about $50 as well but thats at 36 months. After reading this thread, I hope to be lucky one who gets to pick it up, and yes I will use it as a DD....I dont get this whole DD thing, cars are meant to be driven I cant drive it when I am 110 so why not enjoy it while I can, I wish I could get a GTR and use it as a DD

11-24-2010, 02:58 AM	#42 (permalink)
stunner253 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Seattle Wa. Posts: 235 Drives: Nismo red Rep Power: 15	Here she is guys! I got her lowered with BC coiover installed F.I. exhaust and some spacers on the way..

11-24-2010, 03:13 AM	#43 (permalink)
Jamaica A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 15,362 Drives: Under boost Rep Power: 73	Looks good my friend

11-24-2010, 03:28 PM	#45 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 417	Dang!!!!!! Let me for you. I always thought the red looks awesome. I just could not handle the fable of red-getting-more-tickets. N I C E!!!!!