Another Nismo or Touring thread.... But with an actual basis!

dP3NGU1N · 03-21-2011, 02:17 PM

Before I get flamed I'd like to atleast get my question out...

I'm on the fence with purchasing a 370 because I still can't figure out the better value between the trims. A lot of my love for the Nismo comes from the body kit. I think it looks great and if I get the nismo I probably wouldn't touch it for the life of the car. Further more in both cars I will eventually swap out all the parts anyway: exhaust, rims, brakes, etc.

On the other hand, I'm not particularly fond of the stock 370 body, however, I want the features of the touring: built in nav, leather seats, backup cam, etc. but would want to put the nismo body on it because I don't want the nightmare of doing body work to the vehicle, it's a bloody nightmare (unless someone knows of another kit that is already completely fitted to the 370. Is the amuse?). Problem is the nismo kit is $8000 or so on its own.

Guess the question would be:

Nismo with catskinz, double dins, etc.

Or

Touring with Nismo kit and possibly being called a poser?

I'm looking for responses regarding cost comparison, potential problems down the road regarding body, performance, or warranty issues. So with that... let the flaming commence.

370zproject · 03-21-2011, 02:19 PM

will you be tracking it?

dP3NGU1N · 03-21-2011, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370zproject

will you be tracking it?

I intend to do light tracking but this will also be a DD. Forgot to mention that!

I expect maybe 3-5 times a year tracking which isn't much.

kenchan · 03-21-2011, 02:19 PM

in your case, do the nismo and the hopups you listed.

in my case im not a fan of the nismo body kit, didn't want leather in my sports car, so went with base with sport package.

ProfessorDave · 03-21-2011, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

in my case im not a fan of the nismo body kit, didn't want leather in my sports car, so went with base with sport package.

Ken is VEGAN. Don't listen to him.

370zproject · 03-21-2011, 02:22 PM

well the nismo not for DD the touring is but u can still have fun i have a touring w/ sport and love it

kenchan · 03-21-2011, 02:23 PM

dd nismo in LA = bumpy ride.

theDreamer · 03-21-2011, 02:23 PM

Lets look at the Nismo:
-You can add leather seats for under 2k
-Double din will function just as well as stock navigation and with upgraded speakers you will be a good step about the stock bose for under 3k

Now the Touring:
-Nismo kit will probably run 5k (you can get the wing from Seibon which cuts down cost) or you can do the Amuse kit for about the same price
-Suspension will run 2-3k (this includes coilvoers, sways, etc.)

That basically makes the cars very similar overall in terms of what you get, but if you honestly plan to throw out a lot of things then I would suggest the Touring.

dP3NGU1N · 03-21-2011, 02:26 PM

I tested the Nismo. Obviously not a long term test thing but it seemed bearable to me. As was the sound level. I couldn't say if I would get annoyed long term.

Ofcourse the street was rather immaculate so it's hard to say. Just gotta avoid roads with a ton of pot holes i suppose. Would an adjusted suspension help? For both cars I'll probably eventually get coil overs so harshness may be equal later. thoughts?

kenchan · 03-21-2011, 03:09 PM

yah, if you get softer rates obviously that will help greatly with the nismo's ride if it's too stiff for you. it's subjective so hard to say... i mean, i use to setup my cars pretty stiff when i was young and thought that was kinda cool, but these days i like my cars tight but forgiving yet not soft. the base's suspension imho is near perfect for street.

toxik · 03-21-2011, 03:14 PM

Honestly I'd get the touring man. The OEM nav and OEM leather is way better than any aftermarket replacement you can get, where as a Nismo body kit will look exactly the same. Interior was very important to me and eventhough I have an aftermarket Double Din Navigation system in now, my biggest regret is not having an OEM Navi which looks, feels, and performs better imho.

SkyZ · 03-21-2011, 03:21 PM

doesnt the nismo also have seam welds and additional body reinforcement thats not possible with aftermarket? im not too sure if im confusing it with the 350

GZ3 · 03-21-2011, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkyZ

doesnt the nismo also have seam welds and additional body reinforcement thats not possible with aftermarket? im not too sure if im confusing it with the 350

Nope, just the 350Z Nismo

FairladyZ10PG · 03-21-2011, 04:37 PM

Nismo +1

Red__Zed · 03-21-2011, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toxik

Honestly I'd get the touring man. The OEM nav and OEM leather is way better than any aftermarket replacement you can get, where as a Nismo body kit will look exactly the same. Interior was very important to me and eventhough I have an aftermarket Double Din Navigation system in now, my biggest regret is not having an OEM Navi which looks, feels, and performs better imho.

OEM leather sucks IMO.

If you love the body kit, and it's worth it to you, go for it. I'll buy the Nismo rims off you if you go that route

I think the Nismo is pretty pricey for what you get though.

03-21-2011, 02:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
dP3NGU1N A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Irvine Posts: 1,682 Drives: 13 PW sport 6mt Rep Power: 19	Another Nismo or Touring thread.... But with an actual basis! Before I get flamed I'd like to atleast get my question out... I'm on the fence with purchasing a 370 because I still can't figure out the better value between the trims. A lot of my love for the Nismo comes from the body kit. I think it looks great and if I get the nismo I probably wouldn't touch it for the life of the car. Further more in both cars I will eventually swap out all the parts anyway: exhaust, rims, brakes, etc. On the other hand, I'm not particularly fond of the stock 370 body, however, I want the features of the touring: built in nav, leather seats, backup cam, etc. but would want to put the nismo body on it because I don't want the nightmare of doing body work to the vehicle, it's a bloody nightmare (unless someone knows of another kit that is already completely fitted to the 370. Is the amuse?). Problem is the nismo kit is $8000 or so on its own. Guess the question would be: Nismo with catskinz, double dins, etc. Or Touring with Nismo kit and possibly being called a poser? I'm looking for responses regarding cost comparison, potential problems down the road regarding body, performance, or warranty issues. So with that... let the flaming commence.

03-21-2011, 02:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	will you be tracking it? __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

03-21-2011, 02:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	well the nismo not for DD the touring is but u can still have fun i have a touring w/ sport and love it __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

03-21-2011, 02:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4211	Lets look at the Nismo: -You can add leather seats for under 2k -Double din will function just as well as stock navigation and with upgraded speakers you will be a good step about the stock bose for under 3k Now the Touring: -Nismo kit will probably run 5k (you can get the wing from Seibon which cuts down cost) or you can do the Amuse kit for about the same price -Suspension will run 2-3k (this includes coilvoers, sways, etc.) That basically makes the cars very similar overall in terms of what you get, but if you honestly plan to throw out a lot of things then I would suggest the Touring. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

03-21-2011, 04:37 PM	#14 (permalink)
FairladyZ10PG A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SoCal-IE Posts: 1,890 Drives: PGraphite m6 Rep Power: 255	Nismo +1 __________________ ///MPPSK///M Performance FRONT SPLITTER///M Performance KIDNEY GRILLS///MPerformance CF MIRRORS///MPerformance CF SPOILER///AC SCHNITZER

03-21-2011, 02:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	in your case, do the nismo and the hopups you listed. in my case im not a fan of the nismo body kit, didn't want leather in my sports car, so went with base with sport package.

03-21-2011, 02:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	dd nismo in LA = bumpy ride.

03-21-2011, 02:26 PM	#9 (permalink)
dP3NGU1N A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Irvine Posts: 1,682 Drives: 13 PW sport 6mt Rep Power: 19	I tested the Nismo. Obviously not a long term test thing but it seemed bearable to me. As was the sound level. I couldn't say if I would get annoyed long term. Ofcourse the street was rather immaculate so it's hard to say. Just gotta avoid roads with a ton of pot holes i suppose. Would an adjusted suspension help? For both cars I'll probably eventually get coil overs so harshness may be equal later. thoughts?

03-21-2011, 03:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	yah, if you get softer rates obviously that will help greatly with the nismo's ride if it's too stiff for you. it's subjective so hard to say... i mean, i use to setup my cars pretty stiff when i was young and thought that was kinda cool, but these days i like my cars tight but forgiving yet not soft. the base's suspension imho is near perfect for street.

03-21-2011, 03:21 PM	#12 (permalink)
SkyZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 382 Drives: 09 370z PG M6 Rep Power: 16	doesnt the nismo also have seam welds and additional body reinforcement thats not possible with aftermarket? im not too sure if im confusing it with the 350

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