Traded my 370z for a New 2011 Corvette Grand Sport

Dark Sarcasm · 05-02-2011, 07:21 PM

Nice car. Does the Grand Sport have the same body as the Z06?

Mike · 05-02-2011, 08:26 PM

yes it does, but with a removable roof and slightly different vents on the front fenders.

ImportConvert · 05-02-2011, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBSS2008

You guys are right they look a lot like the NISMO wheels expect the rears are 12" wide!

It came with the optional dual mode exhaust which has the flaps in the rear that open up at 3500rpm. I did my first mod and just pulled the fuse to run the exhaust open all the time. I can't believe how aggressive it sounds now. I think I will keep this one stock it has so much power from the factory and the exhaust note sounds great.

I have kept mine stock, even leaving the fuse in. I might pull it sometime, though. Mine opens up at around 3K rpm, though. Then again, different car.

My mod-list:

Lloyd embroidered floor and cargo mat-$250

Pinnacle F1 Ceramic 30% all around with 5% brow: $400 (You need the Brow to keep the Valentine 1 cool in the sun when you mount it high. Get the Ceramic tint ONLY! as metallic will block a lot of radar. I even have mine peeking JUUUUST out from under the cermic, for good laser detection (pointless, really, when they hit you, it's done). You are the lowest car on the road for the most part, so it's still invisible.

Ventureshield Ultra on the brake-scoops, roof-line, first 1/3 of fenders and hood, full front-clip, rocker-panels, fog-lights, mirrors, headlights (do NOT! allow them to use alcohol based cleaner/prep, soap and water ONLY! on these headlights or they will crack/craze, get an experienced installer!) $1100

Valentine 1 and Dashtronix HUD/DIC integration: $700

In action:YouTube - 075

Hope this gave some ideas!

Have fun doing stuff like this!
(I LOVE! NPP exhaust, it is loud!)
YouTube - 035

Boost_lee · 05-02-2011, 11:55 PM

Looks good bro!

Sad to see you left the Z crew

I would have bought that M370 off of you haha.

Nismoracer · 05-03-2011, 12:04 AM

I don't think you'll need any mods for the gs anytime soon. Its fast as is and if you want it to rumble just pull the fuse. I was considering a white gs before my nis but man$ 65k vs$ 37k and the insurance, not good if have a speeding ticket. And it scrapes everywhere you go but... its a vette, badass on the gs.

christian370z · 05-03-2011, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBSS2008

It came with the optional dual mode exhaust which has the flaps in the rear that open up at 3500rpm. I did my first mod and just pulled the fuse to run the exhaust open all the time. I can't believe how aggressive it sounds now. I think I will keep this one stock it has so much power from the factory and the exhaust note sounds great.

I love hearing the exhaust just explode around 3500, same with other cars such as the F430 which has the same flaps. I listened to some youtube footage of Vettes with the fuse pulled and I cannot believe that is the factory exhaust. Definitely learn the car first, enjoy her!

ImportConvert · 05-03-2011, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nismoracer

I don't think you'll need any mods for the gs anytime soon. Its fast as is and if you want it to rumble just pull the fuse. I was considering a white gs before my nis but man$ 65k vs$ 37k and the insurance, not good if have a speeding ticket. And it scrapes everywhere you go but... its a vette, badass on the gs.

I disagree.

Sure, there is an art to driving a 'vette, but I have never had a problem with it and neither did my roommate. You just learn to correctly angle.

A GS can be had in the mid 40's if you aren't too bent on loading it out. Well optioned for high 40's/low 50's. Even a "base" 'vette is pretty loaded.

Insurance runs me $140/mo on my Z06. I am 25, male, single, and live in Louisiana, the #1 most expensive state to insure a car in in the nation. I have full coverage and they will buy me a new Z06 if anything occurs to total it within the first 3 years of ownership. Not a new 2011. A new 2012,13, or 14, whichever the case may be at the time of the incident. I also have accident forgiveness, so theoretically I wouldn't get dinged for that new car on my rates, either.

OP should really watch my video, though, regarding the Valentine 1. A scene in it one should see. Entirely avoidable...

Kingbaby · 05-03-2011, 02:19 AM

how do you guys like that floating steering feel...

I'm hating...

approach & patience is everything. I've watch folks scrape and destroy bumpers after I've gotten in and out the same spot.....

ImportConvert · 05-03-2011, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kingbaby

how do you guys like that floating steering feel...

I'm hating...

approach & patience is everything. I've watch folks scrape and destroy bumpers after I've gotten in and out the same spot.....

My "steering feel" is just as planted as the feel of the 370Z's I have driven.

You are right about approach, etc. If you angle the car, you won't have a problem. Try to fly over a curbed parking-lot entrance at a 90* angle, and yeah, you probably will have a problem.

TBSS2008 · 05-03-2011, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boost_lee

Looks good bro!

Sad to see you left the Z crew

I would have bought that M370 off of you haha.

I did keep the M370. I thought someone from our meets would like to have it. I also have my COBB AP with AAM Canned Comp tune. I really liked the COBB for its ability to run live data (A/F, Intake Temps, and Timing) and there is still a professional tuner in Austin that works with COBB and tunes 350z and 370z.

If my Z did not have the issues with oil consumption I would have kept it. I stuck with it through the Short Block replacement but when it started consuming again I knew the motor would go out again. I had 43k miles on my Z, warranty was starting to run out.

Sent you a PM about the parts.

TBSS2008 · 05-03-2011, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I have kept mine stock, even leaving the fuse in. I might pull it sometime, though. Mine opens up at around 3K rpm, though. Then again, different car.

My mod-list:

Lloyd embroidered floor and cargo mat-$250

Pinnacle F1 Ceramic 30% all around with 5% brow: $400 (You need the Brow to keep the Valentine 1 cool in the sun when you mount it high. Get the Ceramic tint ONLY! as metallic will block a lot of radar. I even have mine peeking JUUUUST out from under the cermic, for good laser detection (pointless, really, when they hit you, it's done). You are the lowest car on the road for the most part, so it's still invisible.

Ventureshield Ultra on the brake-scoops, roof-line, first 1/3 of fenders and hood, full front-clip, rocker-panels, fog-lights, mirrors, headlights (do NOT! allow them to use alcohol based cleaner/prep, soap and water ONLY! on these headlights or they will crack/craze, get an experienced installer!) $1100

Valentine 1 and Dashtronix HUD/DIC integration: $700

Hope this gave some ideas!

Have fun doing stuff like this!
(I LOVE! NPP exhaust, it is loud!)

Thanks for the ideas I am thinking about hard wiring the radar detector, getting tint, and the clear bra (Ventureshield Ultra). My 370z looked like it took a buck shot to the front end with all the rock chips it had endured as a DD. You’re right the NPP exhaust sounds really good. The fuse to pull is the far bottom/right 10 fuse right under the passenger foot well fuse box. You can always just put it back in if you don't like it. On deceleration it will snap crackle pop like crazy sounds awesome and will only drone a little at 2000rpm not bad at all. Plus with this car I find myself in the low rpm all the time with the extra tq no need to wind it up. With the fuse pulled I get to hear the exhaust note below 3500rpm as well.

ImportConvert · 05-03-2011, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBSS2008

Thanks for the ideas I am thinking about hard wiring the radar detector, getting tint, and the clear bra (Ventureshield Ultra). My 370z looked like it took a buck shot to the front end with all the rock chips it had endured as a DD. You’re right the NPP exhaust sounds really good. The fuse to pull is the far bottom/right 10 fuse right under the passenger foot well fuse box. You can always just put it back in if you don't like it. On deceleration it will snap crackle pop like crazy sounds awesome and will only drone a little at 2000rpm not bad at all. Plus with this car I find myself in the low rpm all the time with the extra tq no need to wind it up. With the fuse pulled I get to hear the exhaust note below 3500rpm as well.

If you want to hardwire a RD and go with the Valentine 1, I have a very nice hardwire that is 9" long (no perv

)

Has a 2A inline fuse and is wrapped with mesh similar to the OEM mesh around your electrical going to the back of the mirror.

It cost me more than it will cost you, and $30 shipped USPS priority within the US.

Just let me know.

TBSS2008 · 05-03-2011, 10:16 AM

ImportConvert did you do some kind of break in with your Corvette?

I am not finding much information on it but have been performing the Z break in. Not going over 4000rpm and no WOT until 1200miles or first oil change.

saxx77 · 05-03-2011, 10:32 AM

Nice upgrade !! Totally different car though !

TBSS2008 · 05-03-2011, 10:55 AM

Cold Start with the NPP exhaust flaps open (Fuse Out).

Slight rev at the end at 2:37, and yes I need to clean out my garage, paint it etc...
YouTube - 2011 Corvette Grand Sport NPP opened (Cold Start)

05-02-2011, 07:21 PM	#16 (permalink)
Dark Sarcasm Track Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Katy Texas Posts: 552 Drives: 11 CTS-V Coupe Rep Power: 15	Nice car. Does the Grand Sport have the same body as the Z06? __________________ wax

05-02-2011, 08:26 PM	#17 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2186	yes it does, but with a removable roof and slightly different vents on the front fenders. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

05-03-2011, 10:16 AM	#28 (permalink)
TBSS2008 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 195 Drives: 11 Corvette GS 6spd Rep Power: 16	ImportConvert did you do some kind of break in with your Corvette? I am not finding much information on it but have been performing the Z break in. Not going over 4000rpm and no WOT until 1200miles or first oil change. __________________ 2011 Black Corvette Grand Sport 6spd \| NNP Daul Mode Exhaust 2008 Trail Blazer SS Black \| SuperChips Tune 2009 370Z Black 7AT Touring Sport (TRADED)

05-03-2011, 10:55 AM	#30 (permalink)
TBSS2008 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 195 Drives: 11 Corvette GS 6spd Rep Power: 16	Cold Start with the NPP exhaust flaps open (Fuse Out). Slight rev at the end at 2:37, and yes I need to clean out my garage, paint it etc... YouTube - 2011 Corvette Grand Sport NPP opened (Cold Start) __________________ 2011 Black Corvette Grand Sport 6spd \| NNP Daul Mode Exhaust 2008 Trail Blazer SS Black \| SuperChips Tune 2009 370Z Black 7AT Touring Sport (TRADED)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition	bigu	Other Vehicles	19	09-19-2011 11:18 AM
Corvette Grand Sport wheels	toxik	Other Vehicles	8	11-17-2010 06:42 AM
Traded in 2006 350Z for 2010 Corvette	Mag350Z	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	60	10-11-2010 12:00 PM
traded in (yes, traded in) my Ferrari for a new Nissan 370Z	ferrari_rich	Introduction	122	12-29-2009 09:32 AM
Corvette Grand Sport and Nismo 370 similarity?	zman1910	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	36	09-15-2009 05:45 PM

05-02-2011, 11:55 PM	#19 (permalink)
Boost_lee A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SATX Posts: 2,813 Drives: 09 370Z TT 6MT Rep Power: 29	Looks good bro! Sad to see you left the Z crew I would have bought that M370 off of you haha.

05-03-2011, 12:04 AM	#20 (permalink)
Nismoracer Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 420 Drives: 10 Nismo Rep Power: 15	I don't think you'll need any mods for the gs anytime soon. Its fast as is and if you want it to rumble just pull the fuse. I was considering a white gs before my nis but man$ 65k vs$ 37k and the insurance, not good if have a speeding ticket. And it scrapes everywhere you go but... its a vette, badass on the gs.

05-03-2011, 10:32 AM	#29 (permalink)
saxx77 Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: CANADA Posts: 11 Drives: 2011 370Z NISMO Rep Power: 14	Nice upgrade !! Totally different car though !