Convince me to get a Nismo 370z.

SE · 01-29-2010, 08:28 PM

So I've been in the market for a 370z for a while and I keep getting torn between a base 370z with the sport package or the Nismo Z. I can't seem to justify the price difference between the models, especially when it's just a few bolt-on upgrades.

bsramzy · 01-29-2010, 08:31 PM

i seriously considered the nismo.

The reason I talked myself out of it was simply because this is my daily driver. If I wanted a purely track car MAYBE i would change my mind.

that said I bought a base with sport package and upgraded the stereo system myself

frost · 01-29-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by weeeee

So I've been in the market for a 370z for a while and I keep getting torn between a base 370z with the sport package or the Nismo Z. I can't seem to justify the price difference between the models, especially when it's just a few bolt-on upgrades.

It seems like you already know what the best choice is.

trent1331 · 01-29-2010, 08:37 PM

Main factor I would consider is transmission. Sync-rev is great.

SophiaZ · 01-29-2010, 08:42 PM

It depends on what you want. The Nismo is much stiffer and rough on the roads ( so I hear) and the base or touring is more street. Maybe a base model would be just as good for you and later get some upgrades ; HFC, exhaust, headers, and intakes. JUST AS GOOD if not better

6MT · 01-29-2010, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

It seems like you already know what the best choice is.

PapoZalsa · 01-29-2010, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsramzy

i seriously considered the nismo.

The reason I talked myself out of it was simply because this is my daily driver. If I wanted a purely track car MAYBE i would change my mind.

that said I bought a base with sport package and upgraded the stereo system myself

I did too, that was the car that made me trade my 350Z. However the only dealer in the area that have it was an a$$hole. So I got a base with Sport Pkg. from another dealer and I'm pretty happy!

spearfish25 · 01-29-2010, 08:58 PM

Base with sport is faster than a Nismo. If that's not convincing enough, then I don't know what is. Unless you want to spend money on Nismo stitching and garish front and rear fascias...then get a Nismo.

frost · 01-29-2010, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Base with sport is faster than a Nismo. If that's not convincing enough, then I don't know what is. Unless you want to spend money on Nismo stitching and garish front and rear fascias...then get a Nismo.

I had both of my seats custom done in leather with the Z logo for $1k. Seems like a better deal.

Minicobra1 · 01-29-2010, 09:05 PM

Test drive both, see if you think it's worth it. IM0 performance is very close, I would say go with the Nismo if you prefer the looks, body kit, wheels, wing, etc.

mick · 01-29-2010, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bsramzy

i seriously considered the nismo.

The reason I talked myself out of it was simply because this is my daily driver. If I wanted a purely track car MAYBE i would change my mind.

i went for the nismo for the same reason (it's my daily driver too) .

the way i see it: people drive trucks, vans, SUV, sedans, etc. to work -- i drive a track car to work

spearfish25 · 01-29-2010, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mick

i went for the nismo for the same reason (it's my daily driver too) .

the way i see it: people drive trucks, vans, SUV, sedans, etc. to work -- i drive a track car to work

Think you misinterpreted what he said.

mick · 01-29-2010, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Think you misinterpreted what he said.

nope, i got what he said but i didn't communicate well in that post.

he didn't go for the nismo because he didn't want a track car as a daily driver. i, on the hand, went for the nismo because i wanted a track car as a daily driver.

USAF-Z · 01-29-2010, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mick

i went for the nismo for the same reason (it's my daily driver too) .

the way i see it: people drive trucks, vans, SUV, sedans, etc. to work -- i drive a track car to work

LMAO YESss. love it

gumpy · 01-29-2010, 11:55 PM

Get the sports pack and go on an awesome holiday with the savings from the nismo. =)

01-29-2010, 08:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
SE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,236 Drives: 370z/STI/EVO X/IS-F Rep Power: 24	Convince me to get a Nismo 370z. So I've been in the market for a 370z for a while and I keep getting torn between a base 370z with the sport package or the Nismo Z. I can't seem to justify the price difference between the models, especially when it's just a few bolt-on upgrades.

01-29-2010, 08:58 PM	#8 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1857	Base with sport is faster than a Nismo. If that's not convincing enough, then I don't know what is. Unless you want to spend money on Nismo stitching and garish front and rear fascias...then get a Nismo. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

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Minicobra1 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orange County, CA. Posts: 1,205 Drives: 370Z Tour, Spt, 6mt Rep Power: 645	Test drive both, see if you think it's worth it. IM0 performance is very close, I would say go with the Nismo if you prefer the looks, body kit, wheels, wing, etc. __________________ 370z Tour\| Spt Pack\|Navi\|BERK CBE\|Berk HFC's\| Eibach Springs\| Hotchkis Sway Bars\|SPC Camber Arms\|15mm Ichiba Wheel Spacers\| 19"Factory Nismo Wheels-Matt Black\|Stop Tech Rotors\|TWM Shifter\|3M Tint\|Black Fangs\|Black Rear Valance\|JDM Fog Light\| MY BAND-www.myspace.com/petroleum

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01-29-2010, 08:31 PM	#2 (permalink)
bsramzy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: prairieville Posts: 70 Drives: 09 350z maNUAL Rep Power: 16	i seriously considered the nismo. The reason I talked myself out of it was simply because this is my daily driver. If I wanted a purely track car MAYBE i would change my mind. that said I bought a base with sport package and upgraded the stereo system myself

01-29-2010, 08:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
trent1331 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Fayetteville, AR Posts: 164 Drives: 09 370z MB M6 Rep Power: 16	Main factor I would consider is transmission. Sync-rev is great.

01-29-2010, 08:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
SophiaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,463 Drives: 2020 50th anniv 7AT Rep Power: 6733	It depends on what you want. The Nismo is much stiffer and rough on the roads ( so I hear) and the base or touring is more street. Maybe a base model would be just as good for you and later get some upgrades ; HFC, exhaust, headers, and intakes. JUST AS GOOD if not better

01-29-2010, 11:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
gumpy Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 449 Drives: 09 370z white manual Rep Power: 16	Get the sports pack and go on an awesome holiday with the savings from the nismo. =)