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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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Those Ray's are sexy. But the ass looks like ass.
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 09:00 PM
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As far as the exterior goes, I'm really suprised that Nissan went this hardcore JDM for the US market... I'm actually suprised it doesn't come with canards. You better keep this baby stock!
Yea, I don't plan on doing much to it if at all except maybe clear corners.
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 09:01 PM
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I thought 3k, but now I heard it was 1500. So I am not sure and have been unable to find the exact number.
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 09:02 PM
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Rear wing and rear bumper
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 11:14 PM
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here's number 33 from NC, looks great in black:

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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 11:48 PM
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Special consideration is given during assembly of the NISMO 350Z – structural rigidity is enhanced by additional body welds to the already rigid 350Z body and additional supports have been added front and rear. The NISMO 350Z also utilizes special body dampers mounted in the front radiator core support and in the rear cargo area, which assist in controlling body vibrations. Additional performance features include a special NISMO-tuned independent multi-link suspension,
Its the only part that i thought was worth the price. Otherwise. meh.

I personally think i would have gone with the G37 coupe since its faster but im sure this 350z handles way better

on being different though.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 12:43 AM
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this car is bad ass! i wonder if it would make the rear end look better if you lowered it
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 01:07 AM
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nice car, but i would much rather get a civic... muuahah. wish i could afford that.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 01:53 AM
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looks nice, I like the race-inspired touches. interior is also nice.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 03:33 AM
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despite our differences in the past... I gotta hand to ya... NICE CAR! and welcome to the Nissan family
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 07:48 AM
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Thanks guys. I can't believe what I found. I knew the car was riding extremly rough...here is why:

And the dealer heard about it too. I removed them and it rides 50X better now.








And some more underbody pics while I was under it...









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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 08:37 AM
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What are those things?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 08:53 AM
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They prevent the suspension from compressing while the car is on the boat being shipped over. Saves the suspension from wear. I didn't see any on the rear so I am not sure if the rear had any.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 09:18 AM
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wow, so you went from Infiniti to Acura and back to Nissan? sweet car though!

are you planning to go Lexus next?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 09:19 AM
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Wow, that's the first I've ever seen anything like those. You'd think they'd just fall off or something when the car starts hitting the highway.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 09:40 AM
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holy shit!! glad you found those!
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 10:35 AM
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I like the Nismo 350 but the rear bumper looks funny to me. IMO they could have done a better job.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
wow, so you went from Infiniti to Acura and back to Nissan? sweet car though!

are you planning to go Lexus next?
If Lexus had manual cars that would happen and they were sporty. :P
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 02:44 PM
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dang I cant imagine what that car would ride like with those things on!! a bit bone-jarring eh?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 02:54 PM
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Yes it was bad.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 03:02 PM
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s2k's come with those also. I found the hang tag reminder for one in my mom's s2k
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 03:12 PM
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wow awesome car bro but yeah like everyone else the rear is but everything else looks good man
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 03:13 PM
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Every time I come back to this thread and see the pics I like the car more and more. I've very rarely drooled over a 350Z before but this one is just so damn sweet.

So how difficult was it to find? Were you on a waiting list or anything?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 03:14 PM
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I'll be adding this to my list of things to check on when I buy a new car from now on!

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s2k's come with those also. I found the hang tag reminder for one in my mom's s2k
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by SuperTrooper169
Every time I come back to this thread and see the pics I like the car more and more. I've very rarely drooled over a 350Z before but this one is just so damn sweet.

So how difficult was it to find? Were you on a waiting list or anything?
No waiting list. The dealer ordered 4 with no people waiting. I think people just do not know about it.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 04:42 PM
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lol thats hard core if you bought it thinking it drove like crap.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 04:47 PM
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finally can see your pics! they were blocked at work, but cool Z again!

but, had one minor nitpick, why did Nissan put the rpm indicator in the middle?? i'm so used to the speedometer being in the middle, not the rpm indicator.

i got to research, but what are the hp/torque #'s on the nismo 350z?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
but, had one minor nitpick, why did Nissan put the rpm indicator in the middle?? i'm so used to the speedometer being in the middle, not the rpm indicator.
I'm thinking they designed that witht the pure driving enthusiasts in mind... be it at the tracks or simply trying to out do another guy off the light (I try NOT use the "R" word), they probably figured looking down at the rpm gauge at the shortest/quickest glance (for shifting purposes) is more important then knowing how fast you're going... ( )
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
finally can see your pics! they were blocked at work, but cool Z again!

but, had one minor nitpick, why did Nissan put the rpm indicator in the middle?? i'm so used to the speedometer being in the middle, not the rpm indicator.

i got to research, but what are the hp/torque #'s on the nismo 350z?
actually many sports cars have the tach in the center of the dash.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 05:52 PM
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actually many sports cars have the tach in the center of the dash.
did the nsx and s2000 have that?

seriously i haven't sat in any ferrari, lamborghini, or porsche 911, so that is how the tach is setup in these cars?
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 05:55 PM
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No waiting list. The dealer ordered 4 with no people waiting. I think people just do not know about it.
Yep, must be the case, because until I saw your pictures I didn't know the new Nismo had such big changes from the regular Z. I know the previous years were mainly just very small changes. Anyhow, if I had the money I'd be checking one out myself. Just looks killer.

If you have a video camera you should post a vid of the exhaust note. It seems everyone's curious how nice it sounds since the stock VQ sounds so beautiful and melodic.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
did the nsx and s2000 have that?

seriously i haven't sat in any ferrari, lamborghini, or porsche 911, so that is how the tach is setup in these cars?
Ferrari F430

Porsche 911

Mits Evo
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:00 PM
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Hot car. I love the Z/G coupes, especially their exhaust note and I can imagine how good yours is
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by SuperTrooper169
Ferrari F430

Porsche 911

Mits Evo
thanks for the pics! probably the only time i'll ever see a ferrari that upclose.

honda needs to come out with a mugen powered s2000 sold from the honda dealer not aftermarket to match this hot nismo 350z. but, unfortunately they won't do it.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:13 PM
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considering the most popular trim of 350Z cost around 30k.. this is a VERy very good deal for 38k.


Those wheels and bodykit alone with paint will probably cost over 8G....
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:15 PM
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ugly on the outside. nice on the inside. congrats though.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:43 PM
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cool pics pimpin, verrrry niiice (in borat voice). i had an 03 350z in your color, picked it up the first week it arrived in dealerships in summer of 03. upgraded for the rl but definitely miss the sportiness and handling. it was pretty jarring over potholes and i would imagine the tuned suspension of the nismo edition would be even more so. plus interior was kinda plasticky and meh but your interior shots show a significant upgrade from stock btw i got way more stares and compliments on my z compared to my rl if that's your cup of tea and with the unique exclusivity of the nismo models this should be even more so in the case. whether others love or hate the styling (i.e. rear facade), your ride is sure to elicit opinions either way and that in itself is ballin.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 07:01 PM
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I'm certain it looks more badazz in person
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 07:09 PM
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by SuperTrooper169
Yep, must be the case, because until I saw your pictures I didn't know the new Nismo had such big changes from the regular Z. I know the previous years were mainly just very small changes. Anyhow, if I had the money I'd be checking one out myself. Just looks killer.

If you have a video camera you should post a vid of the exhaust note. It seems everyone's curious how nice it sounds since the stock VQ sounds so beautiful and melodic.
If the weather is good this weekend, there is a Z cruise and I will have my video cam inside the car mounted with me.
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