2011 road noise

slammiam · 01-15-2011, 04:43 PM

I think they tweaked the 2011's some. The road noise is far less than the 2010 I drove for a while. Anyone else experience this?

(sport package)

Rui Z · 01-15-2011, 05:46 PM

I don't doubt the road noise is less on the 2011. Edmunds.com's Inside Line mentioned a while back that their complaints to Nissan about the road noise on the 370Z made Nissan decide to fix the issue.

http://www.insideline.com/nissan/370...term-test.html

Bodytechz · 01-16-2011, 12:02 AM

Well everything I've read about the road noise issue stems from the Bridgestone Potenzas... these tire have gotten terrible reviews.

spearfish25 · 01-16-2011, 06:39 AM

^and very undeserved. I swapped to Hankook Ventus V12s and the road noise is the same. Those who claim its better are fulfilling their own prophecy to justify their purchase decision. The RE050As are excellent tires. I'd buy them again but I'm interested in trying new options so continue to jump brands and designs. As with anything, you'll get what you pay for, so don't expect a cheap tire to outperform a more expensive tire. C&D reviews aren't the holy grail.

didymus · 01-16-2011, 10:32 AM

I wonder what they "fixed," if anything..

msb3079 · 01-16-2011, 10:39 AM

They would have had to have added insulation under the mats in the back hatch...

Haven't some on here installed dynomat? I wonder if it's worth it.

SPOHN · 01-16-2011, 10:47 AM

If it's less the previous model, it must be awful. My 2011 is loud on some road conditions. But it doesn't bother me. I don't really think much of it. I believe it's defiantly louder than my old 350. I always relate my car to a racecar anyways. LOL.

LunaZ · 01-16-2011, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msb3079

They would have had to have added insulation under the mats in the back hatch...

Haven't some on here installed dynomat? I wonder if it's worth it.

See the novel in the "Cabin Noise" thread.

SP00LN · 05-09-2011, 10:21 PM

EXACT same thing I was thinking when I read the thread title!

chops · 05-09-2011, 10:22 PM

Quote:

With all the attention (rightfully) focused on the new Esflow pure-electric sports coupe concept at the Geneva Motor Show, Nissan’s announcement on the presentation of the updated for European market 370Z Coupe slipped by almost unnoticed. For the new model year, Nissan introduces a number of suspension, transmission and equipment improvements for the entire 370Z Coupe range while also adding a new trim level to the range called the GT Edition.

Starting with the performance upgrades, the 370Z Coupe benefits from retuned dampers which promise to provide a better balance between ride comfort and high-speed handling. Nissan said that due to the higher average speeds regularly enjoyed in Europe, technicians from Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) engineered these changes.

For 2011, refinement is also enhanced through revisions to underbody insulation to reduce road noise.

The optionally available seven-speed automatic transmission gains a snow mode which, when applied, starts the car off in second gear and controls engine revs to prevent wheel spin on ice or snow.

Equipment upgrades come in the form of a new rear view-parking camera as part of the Nissan Premium Connect satellite navigation option and the standard fitment of a tire pressure monitoring system.

Wrapping up the changes for 2011, is the introduction of a GT Edition for the Coupe model. Buyers can choose from three different body colors - metallic black, pearl white and Black Rose, the latter shade being exclusive to the GT Edition, with each featuring contrasting stripes running along the flanks of the car. The exterior is set off by the standard 19inch RAYS forged alloy wheels, which are finished in a dramatic anthracite color and replace the standard 18-inch rims.

Nissan Updates 2011 370Z in Europe, Adds GT Edition to the Range - Carscoop

happytheman · 05-09-2011, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SP00LN

EXACT same thing I was thinking when I read the thread title!

I've gotta be honest...for the most part my Z is quieter than mt Toyota Matrix XRS was!

svmtbman · 05-09-2011, 11:01 PM

My 2011 is hell of a lot quieter than my S2000 was!

steveg78 · 05-09-2011, 11:04 PM

I cured my road noise by installing a FI exhaust! Seriously, even with the more "subdued" 18" resonators, it drowns out the road noise with a much more pleasant exhaust note

happytheman · 05-10-2011, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveg78

I cured my road noise by installing a FI exhaust! Seriously, even with the more "subdued" 18" resonators, it drowns out the road noise with a much more pleasant exhaust note

I know it's OT, but I gotta ask (sorry OP):

I don't suppose you've got everything straight up stock AND have some in cabin and mild drive by clips posted on YouTube would you?

Econ · 05-10-2011, 09:03 AM

exhaust cured everything for me...

ECU whine, road noise, gf talking....everything!

01-15-2011, 04:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
slammiam Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 61 Drives: jesus built hotrod Rep Power: 14	2011 road noise I think they tweaked the 2011's some. The road noise is far less than the 2010 I drove for a while. Anyone else experience this? (sport package) Last edited by slammiam; 01-15-2011 at 04:59 PM.

01-15-2011, 05:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Rui Z Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: (.)(.) Posts: 931 Drives: 8====D Rep Power: 16	I don't doubt the road noise is less on the 2011. Edmunds.com's Inside Line mentioned a while back that their complaints to Nissan about the road noise on the 370Z made Nissan decide to fix the issue. http://www.insideline.com/nissan/370...term-test.html __________________ Last edited by Rui Z; 01-15-2011 at 05:54 PM.

01-16-2011, 06:39 AM	#4 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	^and very undeserved. I swapped to Hankook Ventus V12s and the road noise is the same. Those who claim its better are fulfilling their own prophecy to justify their purchase decision. The RE050As are excellent tires. I'd buy them again but I'm interested in trying new options so continue to jump brands and designs. As with anything, you'll get what you pay for, so don't expect a cheap tire to outperform a more expensive tire. C&D reviews aren't the holy grail. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

01-16-2011, 10:47 AM	#7 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 45 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	If it's less the previous model, it must be awful. My 2011 is loud on some road conditions. But it doesn't bother me. I don't really think much of it. I believe it's defiantly louder than my old 350. I always relate my car to a racecar anyways. LOL. __________________

05-09-2011, 10:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
SP00LN Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: 91370 Posts: 107 Drives: 09 370z SR M6 Rep Power: 14	EXACT same thing I was thinking when I read the thread title! Last edited by Super Moderator II; 05-11-2011 at 07:47 PM.

01-16-2011, 12:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
Bodytechz Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 253 Drives: '11 MB NISMO #0008 Rep Power: 14	Well everything I've read about the road noise issue stems from the Bridgestone Potenzas... these tire have gotten terrible reviews.

01-16-2011, 10:32 AM	#5 (permalink)
didymus Track Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Providence / Boston Posts: 564 Drives: 280 / 370Z Rep Power: 306	I wonder what they "fixed," if anything..

01-16-2011, 10:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
msb3079 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: collingswood.nj Posts: 133 Drives: 12 Touring Sport 6MT Rep Power: 16	They would have had to have added insulation under the mats in the back hatch... Haven't some on here installed dynomat? I wonder if it's worth it.

05-09-2011, 11:01 PM	#12 (permalink)
svmtbman Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Macon, GA Age: 53 Posts: 219 Drives: 2011 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 14	My 2011 is hell of a lot quieter than my S2000 was! __________________ 2011 Pearl White, Persimmon, Touring, Sport, Navigation, 6sp - PW JDM shift knob, Invidia Gemini CBE, aFe dry filters, HPS intake tubes, JDM fog light, Redline shift boot, LED interior lights, Z1 hood struts, and 30% tint.

05-09-2011, 11:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
steveg78 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MD Posts: 569 Drives: 09 370Z PG M6 +Sport Rep Power: 17	I cured my road noise by installing a FI exhaust! Seriously, even with the more "subdued" 18" resonators, it drowns out the road noise with a much more pleasant exhaust note

05-10-2011, 09:03 AM	#15 (permalink)
Econ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 2,546 Drives: Fiat? Rep Power: 19	exhaust cured everything for me... ECU whine, road noise, gf talking....everything! mrthomr likes this.

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