LOWFAST

That's too bad, Nissan really has an great opportunity that they seem to have either missed or just not understand.

Hats off to you sir, you seem to have a fine stable of autos.

TangoRed

Nissan understood exactly what they were doing. When the GT-R first came out, it was busting the ***** of cars much more expensive than it. Nissan's engineers knew there was going to be some sacrifices to get there and that's OK- the GT-R is something different but isn't a bad car by any stretch. I've loved my time driving one but it's certainly not an analogue experience. The reviews of the Nismo model have mentioned its incredibly hard-edged, so much so that it's really not enjoyable on the street anymore. I'd wager to say its driving engagement has been enhanced as much as it can be with that chassis.

At this point the GT-R's main fault is that its old, gotten more expensive, and the competition has caught up. The next iteration is likely going to be great.

Motor

S2000toIS350

About 10 pages of corporate spun details


http://acuraconnected.com/2015/10/26...-introduction/

Here are the colors and some options

COLORS
EXTERIOR
Valencia Red Pearl
Nouvelle Blue Pearl
Casino White Pearl
Source Silver Metallic
Nord Gray Metallic
Curva Red
130R White
Berlina Black
INTERIOR
Ebony All interior colors are available with all exterior colors
Saddle
Red
Seacoast
FACTORY OPTIONS
Carbon Fiber Exterior Sport Package Carbon fiber front spoiler, side sills, rear diffuser;
Dark chrome exhaust finisher
Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
Carbon Fiber Roof
Carbon Ceramic Brake Rotors Includes choice of black, red or silver brake calipers
Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler
Exclusive Interwoven Aluminum Alloy Wheels Choice of machined, painted or polished finish
Technology Package – ELS Studio Audio System Includes 9 speakers, Navigation, AcuraLink, front and rear parking sensors
Technology Package – ELS Studio Audio with XM Satellite Radio Same as above and adds XM Satellite radio
Interior Carbon Fiber Sport Package Includes carbon fiber meter visor and steering wheel garnish, aluminum foot rest and sport pedals
Alcantara Headliner Black

bitkahuna

iTrader: (20)

an old lambo was raw... the original nsx was positively genteel in comparison. the beauty of the original nsx (and yes i know you have one) is its lightness in every way... gas, clutch, steering, etc. as you know it wasn't the fastest thing out there, but totally unique and special.

a new nsx doesn't have to be the same in any way really to be unique and special. it may not be for some people, but then the original nsx didn't sell in very big numbers either.

bitkahuna

iTrader: (20)

the motortrend article hardly seems harsh with parts like this:

Vladi

No Nismo? I was gonna give you that

situman

The new NSX seems to lack, as auto snobs calls it, soul. It will do everything you ask it to do, at least based on the auto blog article. I would interpret that as appliance like. And at 3800lbs, the thing is the equivalent of a full size refrigerator in appliance terms.

bitkahuna

iTrader: (20)

you mean it's not crude and brash and noisy? soul is often defined as quirky too... people who test cars for a living but don't have to actually own and use them day in and day out seem like a pretty jaded bunch, wanting something, anything, to jar them out of boredom so they seek 'soul' knowing that once the few hours of testing is over, they are likely to never drive the thing again.

the real world on the other hand, is different.

many who own a 'soul less' GTR love them, because of the sheer technological brilliance and performance as well as uniqueness, while reviewers will complain that it's not like a 'proper' sports car.

S2000toIS350

Some random thoughts

They kind of missed the norms in the super car space

Only a few exterior colors and no bicolor option
The interiors appear to be preset with just a leather grade option (semi-analine) vs do what you want
No front lift option
No electric folding mirrors
No high end hifi option like B and W

rominl

iTrader: (4)

i don't think sales number has anything to do with it. lfa doesn't sell good at all here in the US but it's still a wonderful car. everyone can have their own definition of raw, but when i said original nsx is raw i am comparing the way it was designed. gtr is unique too but i have very little interest in it. i'd rather have a car that challenges me to drive it well, than one that drives well for me automatically

UDel

There are rumors something like that may be coming although it may look different and be called a different name.

Vladi

Interesting cause I think totally opposite. I want my car to let me get to its limits without much effort and fear. I love when car oozes confidence when you drive it.

And I was never a fan of light car + big engines for big bucks like AMG GT. I think its too of an easy formula. I don't count LFA due to arguably one of the best naturally aspirated engines ever put in a production car.

There is something I love about technology overload and side sliding for me doesn't count as fun. I prefer a car that cuts through corners with surgical precision and with an ease while being predictable and neutral. That's why I like GTR and EVOs so much.

UDel

None of those cars are better then the new NSX, they all have compromises, don't perform as well in many aspects, or are simply really dull looking(R8).

UDel

The original NSX was actually not really that raw. Compared to modern cars it was/is but compared to a Ferrari 348, Lambo, or Porsche 911 back then the NSX was sort of like the new is and not as visceral, many criticized the original as not having that white knuckle supercar feeling/experience even though some of that experience was from a more flawed compromised car, rawness or that it was just a little too polished, civil and not as visceral. That is kind of what they are saying about this new one mainly with the standard tires so it is pretty similar to the original despite many not wanting to admit it. The only difference is back then the Ferrari 348 was not all that great and pretty easy to beat to now the Ferrari 458/488 is all the rage with the motoring press and they are in love with it.