Check it out wantanewlex, cause' it is going to f*** with a lot of heads out there! Not to call any names: Boxster S, Z3, SLK, S2000, just to name a few! :eek: And what is just soooooooo rich, is the price! I went to their site, and you can already build one of 4 models including the "TRACK" model (my choice naturally). "Standard" features on the "Track" model! Note the: Xenon 4-bulb high intensity discharge headlights & Brembo® brakes with 4-piston front calipers, 2-piston rear calipers, 12.8" vented front discs and 12.7" vented rear discs! Uhh, I think Nissan means business! :eek: I've been on the waiting list for the "official brochure" and I'm seriously debating plunking down a deposit now that I've got the go ahead from the Task-Master, oops I mean my wife!

Straight from Nissan's pages the "Track Edition":

Longitudinally-mounted 3.5L 24-valve DOHC V-6 engine with molybdenum-coated pistons
• Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
• Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
• Nissan Direct Ignition System (NDIS)
• Drive-by-wire throttle
• Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
• Traction control system
• Viscous limited slip differential
• Cruise control
• 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission
• Mid-mounted front engine/rear wheel drive
• Carbon-fiber driveshaft
• Brembo® brakes with 4-piston front calipers, 2-piston rear calipers, 12.8" vented front discs and 12.7" vented rear discs
• Anti-lock braking system (4-wheel ABS)
• Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBS)
• Brake assist
• Unibody construction w/corrosion resistant high strength steel
• Aluminum hood
• Power-assisted engine-speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering
• Independent front & rear multi-link aluminum suspension
• Front and rear stabilizer bars
• Rear strut tower brace
• Xenon 4-bulb high intensity discharge headlights
• 18" x 8" 6-spoke super light forged-aluminum alloy wheels by Rays
• P225/45WR18 front & P245/45WR18 rear high performance tires
• Front spoiler
• Rear drag reducing spoiler
• Aluminum-look door handles
• Full body color mirrors and bumpers
• Dual outlet exhaust system
• Homelink universal transceiver
• Aluminum pedals
• Day/night automatic rear view mirror
• Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
• Tilt steering column and integrated 3-bay instrument guage cluster
• Automatic temperature control
• 160-Watt AM/FM/CD w/6 speakers
• Trip computer w/integrated outdoor temperature display & MPG
• Power windows, locks, and mirrors
• Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
• Variable intermittent front wipers
• Rear intermittent wiper
• Electric rear window defroster
• Leather steering wheel & shifter
• Aluminum interior accents
• 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat
• Tire air pressure monitor
• Dual stage supplemental air bags
• Vehicle security system
• Seat belts w/pre-tensioners & load limiters
• Nissan vehicle immobilizer system

 

I am also thinking about buying one of these cars.

 

they got the base Z under 30k. That's cool.

 

Does anyone know what it can run from 0-60mph 1/4mile?

 

This is an interesting question. Motortrend was able to get to sixty in under six seconds with the same engine minus forty horsepower and plus ~200-300 pounds. So why does Nissan guess 6.0 to sixty? Hmmm.

 

Yes very interesting. Since the current test mule is not a straight up "production" model, it's hard to say. I have read diffrerent times from the same tester: anywhere from very low 5's - 6 flat. But the really awesome thing is that Nissan has said that engine can be tweaked to 300-hp normally aspirated!!! :eek: And further still they are claiming it will be the quickest "Z" car ever! :eek:

 

Actually, at first glance I mistook that for a relatively newly redesigned Toyota--the MR2.

 

MR2??? Can you post a pic.?

 

I personally believe the photos don't do it justice. According to specs the upcoming Z will be longer and wider than it's predecesor! :eek:

 

My first car was a 91' 300Z. I loved that car. Till this day, I kick myself for selling it.

Silver300gs

 

I kinda like it, I'll check it out when (if) it comes over!

 

I have the Uniden 944wsi-- Something like that. I had if for 6 years. I tested most of the radar detectors and I am very satisfied it. Never had a ticket. Try the V1 if you are in the market for a detector.

 

Imagine a drop-top on the new Z and see if you don't think they look similar...

 

Come on now! I thought you were talking about an even newer upcoming Mr2.

The new Z is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better looking!

 

one thing i learned in ID is the A pillar should point straight through the center of the front wheel. Thats also the same with the rear wheel, the old Z32 was a perfect example, but this new Z doesn't do that with the rear wheel.

errr...actually i think i may be wrong with the back wheel part. maybe thats y i couldnt hang in ID