2009 Nissan NISMO 370Z @ Willow Springs Video

SoCal 370Z · 06-10-2009, 08:27 PM

Highlights:

No factory oil cooler
Same LSD as standard 370Z
Disappointing track use (then they go on to state it is at home on the track)
Under $40K USD

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CBRich · 06-10-2009, 08:45 PM

No oil cooler.

DannyGT · 06-10-2009, 10:04 PM

Damn under 40k tho? That really F's with my head...I love that car in motion, it really has a striking look. I mean - strap on an oil cooler and it sounds like a mini-GT3.

sensi09 · 06-10-2009, 11:13 PM

I'm really loving this car. The review mentions a stiff ride, but I don't think that will be an issue. Edmunds said the same thing about the Nismo 350Z, but that car is just fine for daily driving IMO. Much more compliant than a typical Z with aftermarket suspension.

Minicobra1 · 06-10-2009, 11:13 PM

No oil cooler or diff cooler

that blows.

sensi09 · 06-10-2009, 11:17 PM

The lack of an oil-cooler is a concern, but any person who brings their car to the track with any regularity will make the appropriate upgrades. Brake pads, oil cooler....tires, suspension, LSD....

Minicobra1 · 06-10-2009, 11:19 PM

I know the rear spoiler creates downforce, (they are saying 150lbs at 70mph) but how does that effect 1/4 mile times and acceleration? does the downforce create drag, or does it decrease drag, effectively lowering 1/4 mile times?? never understood that part.

sensi09 · 06-10-2009, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minicobra1

I know the rear spoiler creates downforce, (they are saying 150lbs at 70mph) but how does that effect 1/4 mile times and acceleration? does the downforce create drag, or does it decrease drag, effectively lowering 1/4 mile times?? never understood that part.

The combination of diffuser, spoiler and front bumper combine to create that 150lbs of downforce.

This will create more drag compared to a stock 370Z and lower 1/4 mile times. The extra weight of the body parts will also negatively effect 1/4 mile times, but then again the car does have extra HP.

One_Quick_Z · 06-10-2009, 11:34 PM

I like it even without the oil cooler. they are only a couple hundred bucks and can be installed easily if you are that serious about tracking the car

DAN

DannyGT · 06-10-2009, 11:39 PM

I doubt there is extra weight! All body kit manufactures - take note! - thats how you do it! They pulled off something that looks so much more aggressive and lower but in reality they maintain virtually the same clearance! Those bumpers are probably lighter for all we know...

I do agree with the drag part!

The car as a whole is fantastic but it really isnt better against a lightly modified standard Z...Then again you dont have to do much to that car and its someone's mini-GT3 LOL

sensi09 · 06-10-2009, 11:50 PM

I'd expect the Nismo to likely be the heaviest model.

Clearance should be similar to a regular 370Z, but the front bumper looks to extend out a bit which makes it more easier to scrape.

I think if someone went all aftermarket, they can easily get more performance than the Nismo model, but for the price and everything turn-key, it's hard to beat.

travisjb · 06-10-2009, 11:54 PM

Danny, I fully agree... I'm always amazed that we see so many body kits but few if any mention the downforce benefit and clearance impacts... it's the last thing I'll do, but I am willing to invest some in aerodynamics

MC · 06-11-2009, 12:00 AM

anyone find out which magazine wrecked it during their review yet ?

Brazilbro · 06-11-2009, 12:02 AM

Love the body kit! ill have to upgrade once it comes out for sell!!

NewlyIMPORTed · 06-11-2009, 12:04 AM

how come the nismo doesn't have the rear fog light. thats lame they could have easily taken it out of the regular 370 but god forbid an automaker lose a dollar

06-10-2009, 08:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
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06-10-2009, 10:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
DannyGT Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jersey Posts: 919 Drives: 370Z (SOLD) Rep Power: 279	Damn under 40k tho? That really F's with my head...I love that car in motion, it really has a striking look. I mean - strap on an oil cooler and it sounds like a mini-GT3. __________________ Performance GTM Stage 1 SC, GTM Res.Test Pipes, Invidia Gemini Exhaust, GTM HD Oil Cooler Wheels & Suspension AME Tracer TM02's 19x9.5F 19x10.5R w/ 265x35F & 305x30R, Hotchkis Sways, BC (BR) Racing Coilovers (Car Sold)

06-10-2009, 11:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
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06-10-2009, 11:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
Minicobra1 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orange County, CA. Posts: 1,205 Drives: 370Z Tour, Spt, 6mt Rep Power: 645	I know the rear spoiler creates downforce, (they are saying 150lbs at 70mph) but how does that effect 1/4 mile times and acceleration? does the downforce create drag, or does it decrease drag, effectively lowering 1/4 mile times?? never understood that part. __________________ 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

06-10-2009, 11:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	I like it even without the oil cooler. they are only a couple hundred bucks and can be installed easily if you are that serious about tracking the car DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

06-10-2009, 08:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	No oil cooler.

06-10-2009, 11:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 16	I'm really loving this car. The review mentions a stiff ride, but I don't think that will be an issue. Edmunds said the same thing about the Nismo 350Z, but that car is just fine for daily driving IMO. Much more compliant than a typical Z with aftermarket suspension.

06-10-2009, 11:17 PM	#6 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 16	The lack of an oil-cooler is a concern, but any person who brings their car to the track with any regularity will make the appropriate upgrades. Brake pads, oil cooler....tires, suspension, LSD....

06-10-2009, 11:39 PM	#10 (permalink)
DannyGT Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jersey Posts: 919 Drives: 370Z (SOLD) Rep Power: 279	I doubt there is extra weight! All body kit manufactures - take note! - thats how you do it! They pulled off something that looks so much more aggressive and lower but in reality they maintain virtually the same clearance! Those bumpers are probably lighter for all we know... I do agree with the drag part! The car as a whole is fantastic but it really isnt better against a lightly modified standard Z...Then again you dont have to do much to that car and its someone's mini-GT3 LOL __________________ Performance GTM Stage 1 SC, GTM Res.Test Pipes, Invidia Gemini Exhaust, GTM HD Oil Cooler Wheels & Suspension AME Tracer TM02's 19x9.5F 19x10.5R w/ 265x35F & 305x30R, Hotchkis Sways, BC (BR) Racing Coilovers (Car Sold)

06-10-2009, 11:50 PM	#11 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 16	I'd expect the Nismo to likely be the heaviest model. Clearance should be similar to a regular 370Z, but the front bumper looks to extend out a bit which makes it more easier to scrape. I think if someone went all aftermarket, they can easily get more performance than the Nismo model, but for the price and everything turn-key, it's hard to beat.

06-10-2009, 11:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 188	Danny, I fully agree... I'm always amazed that we see so many body kits but few if any mention the downforce benefit and clearance impacts... it's the last thing I'll do, but I am willing to invest some in aerodynamics __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

06-11-2009, 12:00 AM	#13 (permalink)
MC Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NC Posts: 3,238 Drives: 2015 GTR NISMO Rep Power: 24	anyone find out which magazine wrecked it during their review yet ? __________________ 2015 GT-R N1SMO "THE ONE" Instagram MCGTRN1SMO Youtube MCGTRNISMO

06-11-2009, 12:02 AM	#14 (permalink)
Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 848	Love the body kit! ill have to upgrade once it comes out for sell!!

06-11-2009, 12:04 AM	#15 (permalink)
NewlyIMPORTed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 1,109 Drives: 11 STI Sedan Rep Power: 18	how come the nismo doesn't have the rear fog light. thats lame they could have easily taken it out of the regular 370 but god forbid an automaker lose a dollar

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