Jan 19, 2014 article: next 370Z

7speed · 01-21-2014, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterbeatty

The 2.5 four cylinder makes the most sense. Nissan already has the qr25det in the juke. Maybe they were using that to test the engine and then tweek it alittle for the next Z.

Juke has only 1.6

Maybe they will offer 2 different engines like most of the sports cars it wants to compete with. That would also separate nismo vs base. They may do turbo 4 and turbo 6. But I see the vq37 as dead.

Firebase99 · 01-21-2014, 08:09 AM

I think the turbo four and basically the entire Q50, squished down will be the options. Either way the MOST expensive base model SHOULD not exceed $32K. Unless the its a Nismo, than three models. Fecking car prices are crazy. I have zero interest in a $48K Z.

Firebase99 · 01-21-2014, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ

Just wanted to remind everyone I get 13-15 mpg city. That's worse than a v8.

How?? Do you have a fuel leak? I drive like a lunatic pretty much ALL the time and am in some pretty bad commute traffic, just sitting there, making noise and I STILL get 22....

Chuck33079 · 01-21-2014, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ

Just wanted to remind everyone I get 13-15 mpg city. That's worse than a v8.

Dammit, the ban expired and the first thing he does is come back with the same old complaints. Dude, there is something wrong with your car if you get that kind of gas mileage. I don't actually think you get that kind of gas mileage. I think you make up complaints because you leased more car than you can afford, and now you're car-poor and miserable and taking it out on the car.

Firebase99 · 01-21-2014, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Dammit, the ban expired and the first thing he does is come back with the same old complaints. Dude, there is something wrong with your car if you get that kind of gas mileage. I don't actually think you get that kind of gas mileage. I think you make up complaints because you leased more car than you can afford, and now you're car-poor and miserable and taking it out on the car.

Ahhhh....so this is documented. LOL!

Chuck33079 · 01-21-2014, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Firebase99

Ahhhh....so this is documented. LOL!

He's got a long history of being unpleasant. We just can't figure out why someone who hates a car as much as he claims to would spend as much time as he does on the forum for that car. It makes no sense unless his life is just that empty and meaningless.

Alstann · 01-21-2014, 12:22 PM

A while ago, we were speculating that Nissan would be collaborating with Mercedes-Benz on engines, no? I'm curious if this is still true.

shawnski · 01-21-2014, 12:24 PM

how about just quit making the Z so our resale value go up!!

cheshirecat · 01-21-2014, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Alstann

A while ago, we were speculating that Nissan would be collaborating with Mercedes-Benz on engines, no? I'm curious if this is still true.

They've had a partnership since 2010 with confirmed engineering and parts collaboration since 2013.
http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2013...ype=blogs&_r=0

Justice97 · 01-21-2014, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by shawnski

how about just quit making the Z so our resale value go up!!

Would not bother me one bit if they did.

ElVee · 01-21-2014, 01:47 PM

As long as it's not straight automatic, I'm thrilled. Give me *some* control over the shifting, and I'm a happy, engaged-when-I-want-to-be driver.

my2004Z · 01-21-2014, 02:43 PM

I hope it has some sort of hybrid element to it. A 300 hp, 4 cylinder turbo with an extra 100 electric ft/lbs on tap all in a sub 3,000 lb sexy package is what I am expecting to happen.

Z_ealot · 01-21-2014, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by shawnski

how about just quit making the Z so our resale value go up!!

Duc_Z09 · 01-21-2014, 03:08 PM

Ugh, Nissan please please PLEASE stay away from a boosted 4 cylinder platform! If you want to build a Miata that's fine, but leave the Z out of it.

I chose my Nismo over the more powerful Ford Mustang 5.0 and SS Camaro because it was/is a better overall package IMO. Squeeze out 50 more hp (preferably NA, but low psi SC would be cool too) and it would be absolutely perfect.

Not sure why people are talking about the Subaru/Toyota/Scion thing in the same conversation... different price point and entirely different performance level. Has anyone driven one? I have, and that thing is gutless!

ajc1884 · 01-21-2014, 03:41 PM

When will we hear an an official announcement pertaining to the 2015 z? Does anyone know what month the 2014 Z was made available/announced? Maybe that will give us a clue.

Come on Nissan!!! Get it together!!!!!

01-21-2014, 12:22 PM	#52 (permalink)
Alstann Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: South Florida Posts: 882 Drives: 12 PW 370z 6MT Sport Rep Power: 15	A while ago, we were speculating that Nissan would be collaborating with Mercedes-Benz on engines, no? I'm curious if this is still true. __________________ 2012 Pearl White 370Z GReddy Twin Turbo

01-21-2014, 03:08 PM	#59 (permalink)
Duc_Z09 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Frederick MD Posts: 876 Drives: With the blinker on. Rep Power: 23	Ugh, Nissan please please PLEASE stay away from a boosted 4 cylinder platform! If you want to build a Miata that's fine, but leave the Z out of it. I chose my Nismo over the more powerful Ford Mustang 5.0 and SS Camaro because it was/is a better overall package IMO. Squeeze out 50 more hp (preferably NA, but low psi SC would be cool too) and it would be absolutely perfect. Not sure why people are talking about the Subaru/Toyota/Scion thing in the same conversation... different price point and entirely different performance level. Has anyone driven one? I have, and that thing is gutless! gomer_110 and FatBodyZ like this. __________________ 2009 370z #206 (all mods are Home Depot) 2009 Ducati 848 (full Ohlins, Termignoni, etc) 2003 Grand Cherokee (long arms, big tires, 4.56, lockers)

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Firebase99 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: fl Posts: 1,372 Drives: 14 3.8 Gen Coupe GT Rep Power: 14034	I think the turbo four and basically the entire Q50, squished down will be the options. Either way the MOST expensive base model SHOULD not exceed $32K. Unless the its a Nismo, than three models. Fecking car prices are crazy. I have zero interest in a $48K Z.

01-21-2014, 12:24 PM	#53 (permalink)
shawnski Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: houston,tx Age: 67 Posts: 71 Drives: 12 zx14r, 12 370z Rep Power: 12	how about just quit making the Z so our resale value go up!!

01-21-2014, 01:47 PM	#56 (permalink)
ElVee Track Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Iowa Posts: 750 Drives: 13 370z 7at t+s grey Rep Power: 16	As long as it's not straight automatic, I'm thrilled. Give me some control over the shifting, and I'm a happy, engaged-when-I-want-to-be driver.

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01-21-2014, 03:41 PM	#60 (permalink)
ajc1884 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: central, pennsylvania Posts: 191 Drives: 2012 370z Touring Rep Power: 12	When will we hear an an official announcement pertaining to the 2015 z? Does anyone know what month the 2014 Z was made available/announced? Maybe that will give us a clue. Come on Nissan!!! Get it together!!!!!