Carbon fiber roof!

fly yellow · 07-05-2009, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

Sometimes I wish those who feel compelled to design add-ons would think things through so whatever it is they design has some kind of good reason to be made and has some true added-value in functionality or performance. This thing does neither. Instead it actually distracts from the 370's natural design beauty

....no thanks....

I do understand your POV, but some people put just as much weight on appearance as they do performance. Of course appearance is always subjective, and performance is undeniable. If Nissan made a Z that performed like a GT-R, but looked like an 85 Yugo then I doubt too many people would be buying it.

I see these CF mods as being no different than people who spend 5 figures on paint jobs. It may not do a thing for performance, but it looks good to those people that choose to do it. Personally I want my Z to stand out when they start becoming commonplace. I don't want it to be too over the top and I think this CF could be just what I am looking for. The Z is still a mass produced, reasonabley priced, well performing car. This isn't as sacreligious as putting CF overlays on a Ferrari Enzo.

bullitt5897 · 07-05-2009, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

Sometimes I wish those who feel compelled to design add-ons would think things through so whatever it is they design has some kind of good reason to be made and has some true added-value in functionality or performance. This thing does neither. Instead it actually distracts from the 370's natural design beauty

....no thanks....

Seriously?!?!? I track my 370z... already been to the track after owning the car for 2 months. These pieces are just the beginning of a whole slew of parts to be designed!!! These parts have a true added value to those who wish to separate themselves from other generic 370z's... John and crew are working on my car which will have TONS of parts on it including: CF hood, Hatch, Fenders, Pillars, Roof, and etc...

Maybe you should do a lil more reading before you make judgmental comments! If its not your thing then leave it at that. don't take a positive thread and add a negative spin to it.

Thanks, Hopefully you will find some parts that do add value to you.

respectfully,

Mike

Celcius · 07-05-2009, 10:26 PM

600 is a great price for an overlay, but I think a full-replacement would sell like hot cakes!

They offer this for several other cars and people love them regardless of the functionality. Good luck with the project - I'm looking forward to photos of the final product!

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-06-2009, 12:49 AM

Like it was said above its for those who like cosmetical add ons and if you like it then what’s the waste?

Its just like getting a paint job or putting on rims or tinting your windows. Anybody who has said anything about it being stupid for it being cosmetically. I bet that person also has something that is just for cosmetical purposes weather it be rims or anything else. Its just to improve the look of the car to that one person who owns the car.

Like others say not one product is going to be like by every person but there is no point to question its purpose when we all clearly know the purpose.

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-06-2009, 11:08 AM

Yes yes.

miguez · 07-06-2009, 12:09 PM

Careful everyone, narrow mindedness is contagious...

m4a1mustang · 07-06-2009, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miguez

Careful everyone, narrow mindedness is contagious...

You're right. *eject*

Celcius · 07-06-2009, 12:41 PM

I'm sure John's used to catching flak like this. All aero and style companies have to deal with the occasional hardcore function over form fanatic.

Don't let it discourage you John! Keep up the good work and please post up some higher quality photos once everything is finished!

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-06-2009, 12:56 PM

Thanks!!!

tvfreakazoid · 07-07-2009, 04:23 AM

Just curious, what is the guestament

of a 100% carbon fiber hood? And what would the weight difference be compared to the Z's aluminum hood?

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-07-2009, 07:30 AM

If you wanted a full carbon fiber roof replacement youd shed at least 10 lbs. We only make roof caps though :-/

nogoodname · 07-07-2009, 08:26 AM

^^ lol.....freakazoid asked about a hood.
Hoods and roofs are being mixed up now.

tvfreakazoid · 07-08-2009, 03:48 AM

ha ha, come you get the darn point.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname007

^^ lol.....freakazoid asked about a hood.
Hoods and roofs are being mixed up now.

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-07-2009, 09:54 AM

Sorry! The CF hood would shed a little more than 10 lbs. Not exactly sure yet we still have to weigh the two.

SpawnAeroJohn · 07-08-2009, 04:34 PM

Bump!

07-06-2009, 12:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
Celcius Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 68 Drives: Honda :( Rep Power: 16	I'm sure John's used to catching flak like this. All aero and style companies have to deal with the occasional hardcore function over form fanatic. Don't let it discourage you John! Keep up the good work and please post up some higher quality photos once everything is finished! __________________

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tvfreakazoid A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: kommie kali Posts: 1,238 Drives: 2015 Audi S5; 6spd. Rep Power: 10325	Just curious, what is the guestament of a 100% carbon fiber hood? And what would the weight difference be compared to the Z's aluminum hood? __________________ Mudders milk

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07-05-2009, 10:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
Celcius Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 68 Drives: Honda :( Rep Power: 16	600 is a great price for an overlay, but I think a full-replacement would sell like hot cakes! They offer this for several other cars and people love them regardless of the functionality. Good luck with the project - I'm looking forward to photos of the final product!

07-06-2009, 12:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	Like it was said above its for those who like cosmetical add ons and if you like it then what’s the waste? Its just like getting a paint job or putting on rims or tinting your windows. Anybody who has said anything about it being stupid for it being cosmetically. I bet that person also has something that is just for cosmetical purposes weather it be rims or anything else. Its just to improve the look of the car to that one person who owns the car. Like others say not one product is going to be like by every person but there is no point to question its purpose when we all clearly know the purpose.

07-06-2009, 11:08 AM	#5 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	Yes yes.

07-06-2009, 12:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
miguez Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 359 Drives: '04 Cavalier Rep Power: 182	Careful everyone, narrow mindedness is contagious...

07-06-2009, 12:56 PM	#9 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	Thanks!!!

07-07-2009, 07:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	If you wanted a full carbon fiber roof replacement youd shed at least 10 lbs. We only make roof caps though :-/

07-07-2009, 08:26 AM	#12 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	^^ lol.....freakazoid asked about a hood. Hoods and roofs are being mixed up now.

07-07-2009, 09:54 AM	#14 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	Sorry! The CF hood would shed a little more than 10 lbs. Not exactly sure yet we still have to weigh the two.

07-08-2009, 04:34 PM	#15 (permalink)
SpawnAeroJohn NOT A CURRENT VENDOR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 609 Drives: you Rep Power: 17	Bump!