NISMO 370 and rain

veejayy · 11-07-2009, 07:01 AM

So I am very close to picking up this car as my DD. Yes it is harsh but I don't care. Will be driven all year except if there is any snow.

How is it in the rain if you drive responsibly? My g37s is good in the rain (not great) but in a bad storm on the PA turnpike for over 2 hours this summer with ponding on the road it held its own as long as I was driving slow. The g has 45s in the back but the NISMO has much bigger tires so wonder if there is a difference.

thx.

DooDooBrown · 11-07-2009, 08:03 AM

The Z is my daily driver... It is not a Nismo, but I get the idea... You have to take it slow. When I go to work in the morning and its raining, the car doesn't inspire a lot of confidence. You can't drive like an ***, honestly, the fastest I ever take it when it is wet outside is 70mph, but even that feels WAYYY to fast. You just have to drive slowly, don't be in a rush when you go anywhere and it is wet out!

Irishrogue · 11-07-2009, 07:13 PM

To me the tires on the NISMO really dont seem to hold all too well, so when you are driving in the rain I would leave the VDC on and not drive like a jackass, but I DD my car with no problems. Course it only rains maybe 4 times a year here in vegas

Its pretty low so I wouldn't go bombing through puddles or anything.

Greg · 11-07-2009, 07:24 PM

Bigger tires nor any electronic doodads will save you in the rain. Same rules apply to any moving vehicle driving in the wet. Slow down and go easy on the steering, brakes and throttle.

dcrew1x · 11-07-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by veejayy

So I am very close to picking up this car as my DD. Yes it is harsh but I don't care. Will be driven all year except if there is any snow.

How is it in the rain if you drive responsibly? My g37s is good in the rain (not great) but in a bad storm on the PA turnpike for over 2 hours this summer with ponding on the road it held its own as long as I was driving slow. The g has 45s in the back but the NISMO has much bigger tires so wonder if there is a difference.

thx.

There is nothing "harsh" about using your Z as a DD

It's my DD and I have no problems driving in the rain. It rains a **** ton here in Georgia to give you an idea. Just take it easy with any car and watch for traffic around you.

Smallywood · 11-07-2009, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by dcrew1x

There is nothing "harsh" about using your Z as a DD

It's my DD and I have no problems driving in the rain. It rains a **** ton here in Georgia to give you an idea. Just take it easy with any car and watch for traffic around you.

I think he was referring to the reviews that called the Nismo ride "harsh" as far as comfort.

dcrew1x · 11-07-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Smallywood

I think he was referring to the reviews that called the Nismo ride "harsh" as far as comfort.

ahh gotcha.

Either way, just drive cautiously and you'll be fine.

Smallywood · 11-07-2009, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by dcrew1x

ahh gotcha.

Either way, just drive cautiously and you'll be fine.

I agree. No car will handle the same on wet roads as it does on dry roads. If you live in an area where it snows, I would definately say avoid the Z as a daily driver. It can be done, but will not be convenient.

RCZ · 11-07-2009, 07:41 PM

This is ridiculous...

spearfish25 · 11-07-2009, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

This is ridiculous...

Driving in snow/winter driving threads are one thing. Now we're going to start the "should I get a Z if I drive on wet streets" thread?

Come on guys

resopaton · 11-08-2009, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Driving in snow/winter driving threads are one thing. Now we're going to start the "should I get a Z if I drive on wet streets" thread?

Come on guys

I simply responded to someone asking a question. I myself grew up in Northern Wisconsin (28 years) so I know how to drive in slippery conditions. I don't feel that someone asking about how a car handles in wet conditions is out of line. I just thought I would offer some insight just as others on this forum have answered some of my questions. I don't think any of us are in a position to judge anyones experience. We should welcome all questions and respect the fact that someone asked for help rather than find themselves in a position that causes damage or harm to another.

So, as to your "

" excuse me

Matt · 11-08-2009, 12:59 AM

I too would like to know if the Nismo drives crazy in the rain. I mean, 18 hp has gotta make the highway a virtual slip-n-slide compared to the base Z.

vipor · 11-08-2009, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt

I too would like to know if the Nismo drives crazy in the rain. I mean, 18 hp has gotta make the highway a virtual slip-n-slide compared to the base Z.

spearfish25 · 11-08-2009, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by resopaton

I simply responded to someone asking a question. I myself grew up in Northern Wisconsin (28 years) so I know how to drive in slippery conditions. I don't feel that someone asking about how a car handles in wet conditions is out of line. I just thought I would offer some insight just as others on this forum have answered some of my questions. I don't think any of us are in a position to judge anyones experience. We should welcome all questions and respect the fact that someone asked for help rather than find themselves in a position that causes damage or harm to another.

So, as to your "

" excuse me

Chillax buddy. The icon was pointing at my included quote from RCZ. None of that was directed at your reply to his question. But his initial post implied that he's considering NOT buying the Z as a daily driver because it could be unpredictable in rain. That's just silly.

resopaton · 11-08-2009, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

Chillax buddy. The icon was pointing at my included quote from RCZ. None of that was directed at your reply to his question. But his initial post implied that he's considering NOT buying the Z as a daily driver because it could be unpredictable in rain. That's just silly.

Sorry man, I must have been menstruating...

11-07-2009, 07:01 AM	#1 (permalink)
veejayy Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: philly Posts: 9 Drives: g37s Rep Power: 16	NISMO 370 and rain So I am very close to picking up this car as my DD. Yes it is harsh but I don't care. Will be driven all year except if there is any snow. How is it in the rain if you drive responsibly? My g37s is good in the rain (not great) but in a bad storm on the PA turnpike for over 2 hours this summer with ponding on the road it held its own as long as I was driving slow. The g has 45s in the back but the NISMO has much bigger tires so wonder if there is a difference. thx.

11-07-2009, 07:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
Greg Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Francisco Age: 57 Posts: 551 Drives: 06 350 ZR CS Rep Power: 300	Bigger tires nor any electronic doodads will save you in the rain. Same rules apply to any moving vehicle driving in the wet. Slow down and go easy on the steering, brakes and throttle. __________________ Chef Greg At Your Service

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11-07-2009, 08:03 AM	#2 (permalink)
DooDooBrown Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ranson, WV Posts: 178 Drives: 09 370 Touring w/spt Rep Power: 16	The Z is my daily driver... It is not a Nismo, but I get the idea... You have to take it slow. When I go to work in the morning and its raining, the car doesn't inspire a lot of confidence. You can't drive like an ***, honestly, the fastest I ever take it when it is wet outside is 70mph, but even that feels WAYYY to fast. You just have to drive slowly, don't be in a rush when you go anywhere and it is wet out!

11-07-2009, 07:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
Irishrogue Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 32 Drives: 09 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 16	To me the tires on the NISMO really dont seem to hold all too well, so when you are driving in the rain I would leave the VDC on and not drive like a jackass, but I DD my car with no problems. Course it only rains maybe 4 times a year here in vegas Its pretty low so I wouldn't go bombing through puddles or anything.

11-07-2009, 07:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	This is ridiculous...

11-08-2009, 12:59 AM	#12 (permalink)
Matt A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Augusta, GA Age: 42 Posts: 1,680 Drives: 2010 Avalanche LT Rep Power: 19	I too would like to know if the Nismo drives crazy in the rain. I mean, 18 hp has gotta make the highway a virtual slip-n-slide compared to the base Z.