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Originally Posted by MightyBobo BTW, worthy to note I dont disagree with the clock on the radio face - every other car Ive had has had that, but it seems

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Old 12-26-2009, 08:42 AM   #16 (permalink)
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BTW, worthy to note I dont disagree with the clock on the radio face - every other car Ive had has had that, but it seems a lot of asian cars (and Fords?) like to put those totally dedicated clocks. Why, I'll probably never understand. I kinda like GM's setups.
I dunno, maybe newer Fords? Every Ford I've owned had a clock on the radio. What do you like about the GM setups, it's been a long time since I've owned a GM product.........
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I couldnt remember for sure, maybe Im just thinking of something else. What about the Foci?

GM's head unit displays are easy to read, and I like their steering wheel controls WAY better than the 370's chintzy ones...I also like the fact that their BASE radio is an MP3-playing CD player. The base 370 head unit is pretty ****-tacular.
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I couldnt remember for sure, maybe Im just thinking of something else. What about the Foci?

GM's head unit displays are easy to read, and I like their steering wheel controls WAY better than the 370's chintzy ones...I also like the fact that their BASE radio is an MP3-playing CD player. The base 370 head unit is pretty ****-tacular.
The ironic thing about the US Auto industry is that Ford and GM are probably making the best cars they've ever made right now. Ford stock just hit a multi-year high.
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The ironic thing about the US Auto industry is that Ford and GM are probably making the best cars they've ever made right now. Ford stock just hit a multi-year high.
I wont lie, Ford's doing everything right now it seems. The F150 did well, the Fusion got car of the year, the Focus is a great success...bout the only thing they dont have thats pretty damn good is a freaking minivan.
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Yeah, but who needs a minivan? Ford is just ahead of the curve and realizes that we don't need them on the roads anymore! Anyways, I also have to agree with you guys on the clock in one of the pods... Don't like it at all, wish they would have taken an oil pressure gauge. I have seen this gauge avert disaster a couple times before, and really think our Z's could have benefited from it!
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Was a great diagnostic tool in my 2000 Camaro...they ALL had an oil pressure gauge...
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Instead of a goofy digital clock, how about a programmable digital interface with options such as oil pressure, analog clock, back up camera etc. Nissan could make it a factory option like Porsche’s Sport Chrono Timer Display.
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Many of the interior features could be improved, but would drive up cost. I think Nissan was locked in on <$30K base price for marketing purposes.

I would like more customization of gauge usage and location, but at the end of the day I think they did a great job.

All the money went into performance oriented hardware, and bang for the buck can't be denied. Keep in mind VDC is now standard, the seats are improved, improved interior material, etc. while they cut cost on windshield wipers, etc.
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I really don't know what the Nissan Co. enginneers/technicians were thinking when designing some of the sytems in the 370.

Some of the stuff is beyond believe!
But if they put it on stock, everyone buying a Z would have to pay $500 - $1000 more for the car when not everyone needs it. Typically, only those who go to the track or live in very hot climates. This would have affected their price point.
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Personally, I'd want an oil pressure gauge. Those come in handy...
And Outside Temp. Gauge


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Typically, only those who go to the track or live in very hot climates.

I agree but we will see when Summer comes around.. because it can get hot in some states where the Winter is nasty.
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And Outside Temp. Gauge.

Errr...You have one in the left gauge screen. Scroll through the options til you get to it. I leave mine on all the time..
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Errr...You have one in the left gauge screen. Scroll through the options til you get to it. I leave mine on all the time..
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Personally, I'd want an oil pressure gauge. Those come in handy...
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I just wish my fuel and water temp gauges were slick little needles and not that massive silver plastic atrocity.
planning on swapping the clock for an oil pressure gauge.

also, was looking forward to the real TPMS where it told you the pressure of the tires. i was definitely disappointed when i saw that the 370 has just a dummy light
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planning on swapping the clock for an oil pressure gauge.

also, was looking forward to the real TPMS where it told you the pressure of the tires. i was definitely disappointed when i saw that the 370 has just a dummy light
Even my Silverado has a TPMS like that....
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Errr...You have one in the left gauge screen. Scroll through the options til you get to it. I leave mine on all the time..
Well thanks, I haven't got the chance to mess with the car. I looked thru the Owners Manual and did'nt see anything. Thanks!
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