The New NISMO Z is the Best Modern Nissan Sports Car (But Needs a Stick!)

The New NISMO Z is the Best Modern Nissan Sports Car (But Needs a Stick!) - TheSmokingTire

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NISMO, Nissan's in-house performance division, wants you to believe their clients care about better lap times with this vehicle, and that's why it's automatic only. I don't believe their clients only want that, and if they did, they wouldn't be spending $67,000 on a brand new Z to achieve this goal. Fortunately, despite the lack of a stick, the NISMO Z has a ton going for it. It's tighter, more engaging, more responsive, much faster, and a lot more fun to drive than the standard Z Performance or Sport, and compared to its competition, the BMW M2 and Mustang Dark Horse, it's cheaper too. And in our opinion, though it's not as fast, it's more fun to drive than the current GTR. In this first drive, we hit Sonoma Raceway in the NISMO Z and see what it's all about.
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@davidfreauf7587 9 ай бұрын

Crazy how they said during the release that “it’s not a Z without a third pedal” then make then nismo auto only? I don’t get it… such a shame

@Arrozconchopsticks 9 ай бұрын

"marketing"

@jacksonmccormick3839 9 ай бұрын

In the Savagegeese video they say since the car has more power that the manual they have isn’t up to par for reliability.

@RagingBullNuts 9 ай бұрын

They did exactly what was asked. A track focused car. Most modern race cars are paddle shift. It’s quickest that way. They don’t want quickest manual they want what’s quickest for the chasis overall.

@TML34 9 ай бұрын

@@jacksonmccormick3839it’s barely any more power. But I’ve heard the manual exists, just going to be another “special version” next year. 😅

@madrx2 9 ай бұрын

Go winge about the nissan gtr instead. I'm sick of hearing this same bot comment from everyone.

@lukedowney7421 9 ай бұрын

3704 lbs 😳2009 GTR 3800 lbs with AWD

@claudemartin7785 9 ай бұрын

My 2018 is 3498lbs

@air-headedaviator1805 9 ай бұрын

About the weight of the G37 🤷🏾‍♂️

@BigHeadClan 9 ай бұрын

Modern safety/crash regulations will do that to you. It’s the same platform so in order to hit those targets and improve the structure that means more weight. That said I’ve yet to see a review of any of the Z where the person complained it felt heavy.

@claudemartin7785 9 ай бұрын

@lw1878 yes, i felt it on the track with 86s, (small track) but in the curves they braked later and turned faster, back on the straight id get it all back tho lol

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

@@claudemartin7785, wait, are you speaking about a 370Z or a G37. There's no way any R35 GTR is 3500lbs unless it has been stripped and prepped for racing (new wiring, RWD conversion, lighter sequential, etc.)

@dirtysp00ns 9 ай бұрын

I feel like Nissan is going to pull a Toyota with this car... sell a bunch of these with the automatic right off the bat, and release a "surprise" manual in a few years to set the market back on fire.

@joshlamar1990 9 ай бұрын

They won’t sell much of these at near 70k not including markup.

@_Mario_PL_ 9 ай бұрын

@@joshlamar1990 Good to see someone that thinks and not "feel like" here.

@joeynimmbletv7765 9 ай бұрын

@@joshlamar1990 exactly. I have seen more new 2024 Mustangs on the road and even though this is a new version that has not been out long I don't not see the base/Sport versions on the road. And on a side note I don't even see the new Integra Type S on the road either. Price point is going to reduce sales for sure. The used car market 3 years from now is where you might see them more. But hey we will see many youtubers driving them 😆

@joshlamar1990 9 ай бұрын

@@joeynimmbletv7765 because all the base zs in my area are over 50k with no lsd who’s gonna buy that lol.

@johnnymartinez478 9 ай бұрын

You’re a fool if you think these are going to move units I think I have only seen 1 400z. On the road. They arnt selling

@nathankendall3467 9 ай бұрын

I’m sure Nissan will offer the Nismo with a third pedal in a year or two.

@mengher9600 9 ай бұрын

Exactly what I’m saying. They know there’s a demand and it’ll sell

@FullMoon91 9 ай бұрын

Just like the Supra

@CrappyCar 9 ай бұрын

Another review I watched said Nissan doesn't have a Manual that will handle the increased power, per the Engineering team.

@nathanwabre 9 ай бұрын

@@CrappyCara hundred percent

@ParabolicBox 9 ай бұрын

@@CrappyCar Maybe they can ask Toyota.

@paulhawkins95 9 ай бұрын

I’m glad to hear the Nismo is a great car. It sounds like the chassis is very competent and fun to drive. I’m mixed about the lack of a manual. Like you I will always prefer a manual but being labeled as a track car, paddles will consistently be faster and eliminate driver errors. I grew up in a Z car home before graduating to Porsche’s with my earliest memories being my dad taking me to daycare in his 280z and will always remember when he got an early 350z which I eventually purchased from him. I’m very glad to see Nissan is doing a great job with the current Z.

@noobasdfjkl 9 ай бұрын

I don’t understand why you wouldn’t replicate this in the aftermarket. We’re talking about some chassis bracing/sealer/welding, stiffer bushings, big brakes, wider wheels, a body kit, and a tune. That’s all doable by a competent shop.

@ZackNakazora1 9 ай бұрын

Also Thank you Nissan for making an actual Nismo. Not just a body kit and suspension swap.

@tlrprice7 9 ай бұрын

Great video! Nismo Z is a very nice car but the price and the third petal are the only issues with it. Im glad Nissan made it though. I want them to continue there endeavors in the sports car segment

@PigglyWigglyDeluxe 9 ай бұрын

That’s exactly it. Nissan has a stick coming, they just aren’t done with it yet. Would they rather give us something now in the meantime or wait until they have auto and stick available at the same time?

@Corsaconcepts_ 9 ай бұрын

Nissan May adapt a manual my friend, they just need the demand for it..

@mengx94 9 ай бұрын

60k+ for a shtbox nissan!?!? 🤯

@jz7551 9 ай бұрын

@@mengx94”shitbox Nissan” My guy just a hater that thinks he knows something about cars…

@brandenissp00n 9 ай бұрын

Very good and informative video Matt!

@M_IkeLeBlanc 9 ай бұрын

Another great video Matt! Thanks. 👍

@MegaRetr 9 ай бұрын

Another great video Matt! Thanks.

@ZWortek 9 ай бұрын

This video is incredible, thank you Matt! I love all the extra camera shots, it really helps put us there on track with you a bit more.

@McNasty43 9 ай бұрын

I get it. It's a track car. Track cars are about lap times. Sports cars are about fun and engagement. Get the standard Z for canyon stuff, and the Nismo if you're going to be doing track work. I don't necessarily AGREE with it, but I understand focused products. The manual from the standard model is exactly the same as the 370z, so it's not like it would cost them any more in development costs. Maybe they're planning on a hardcore "Black" edition, or will introduce the manual at a later date? We know from the drift folks that the gearbox can hold the power.

@TheBovinated 9 ай бұрын

I agree the manual can handle a lot more power but maybe not necessarily enough reliability to pass their internal testing standards

@Unicornpirate 9 ай бұрын

My 07 Nismo 350z only came in a manual. 1st gen Nismo 370z's were manual only. It was only in 2015 with the second gen (aka uglier looking) 370z where they offered an auto and navigation. Nismo has never been about luxury and automatic transmissions. If they really wanted this thing to be made for the track, they should have stuck their own 6 speed DCT from the GTR in it instead of using a Mercedes 9 speed torque converted automatic.

@davidsucks922 9 ай бұрын

It just seems silly though. Anyone wanting to go fast around a track will not buy this car, there are faster cars for cheaper. This car is for a customer that doesn't exist. Not to mention, they can't even get the regular Z out the door, and models near me are already marked up to the Nismo's MSRP. It feels like they rushed this to production, they could have taken their time to make a manual work while they figured out production on the regular version, and it would have been a home run. Instead they're going to rush a manual to market in the next few years like the Supra did, given recent news that manual sports car sales are increasing. Just another miss for Nissan management, not at all surprising

@mcbedeakin 9 ай бұрын

@@UnicornpirateGTR has a rear transaxle transmission. Very difficult to adapt to the Z.

@jeffk464 9 ай бұрын

You have to switch out the standard Z's bumper and grill for the Nismo though. It really fixed the looks of the car.

@flea4061 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, no manual is a big mistake. And there's a lot of better competition in that price range.

@jeffk464 9 ай бұрын

Its up to Supra base Corvette price.

@mengx94 9 ай бұрын

60k for a shtbox nissan!? 🤯

@andrewrossnagel9433 8 ай бұрын

M2 is ugly but a way better car

@tilmonr 9 ай бұрын

I think at $66k, it should have 450hp on California's 91 octane. Also, it should at the least have the GT-R's standard front brakes.

@olajimimark 9 ай бұрын

GTR is much heavier than the Z, putting those brakes on it would be pointless.

@tilmonr 9 ай бұрын

@@olajimimark so... a car like the GT4-RS, which is lighter than this Z, which has a 6 piston front brake system with the option of a carbon ceramic setup is pointless? Please make that make sense....

@Unicornpirate 9 ай бұрын

At that price it should have the GTR's DCT transmission. 09 GTR's were available for 70k and that came with the DCT. This is only 4k cheaper and doesn't make as much power or torque as a 09 GTR.

@lappu911 9 ай бұрын

@@Unicornpirate 70k from 2009 in 105k in 2023. you know that inflation exists right?

@basithph8958 9 ай бұрын

@@lappu911Really? No shit Sherlock then what about cars like the GR86? Supra? GR Corolla? Integra Type S? M2? Mustang? Corvette? Don’t even talk to me about markups you can always find a place that sells at retail we should all know that by now

@MultiBluedog123 9 ай бұрын

70 k is steep for this can’t lie, can get a 1le for 20 k less.

@_Bishopton 9 ай бұрын

Yup... SS 1LE, Mustang Mach 1 and if you are lucky... you can find a C8 Z51 w/ comp seats for $75k. Then there is the used market...

@MultiBluedog123 9 ай бұрын

@@_Bishopton it’s a shame cause I desperately want a competitive marketplace again from Japan but unless you’re a die hard z guy I don’t see how you can justify spending 70 grand on this, that’s like almost used m series money too

@_Bishopton 9 ай бұрын

@@MultiBluedog123 Yeah I feel ya man. I love the Z but I also love cars in general. The price point is going to get this car axed.

@MrStinkeyWinkey 9 ай бұрын

C6 or c7 grand sport?

@MultiBluedog123 9 ай бұрын

@@MrStinkeyWinkey yeah or either of those, I just mean there’s a lot out there better for this price.

@Comprezzed 9 ай бұрын

Well done. No hype, just facts, and live opinions. Good driving too.

@basithph8958 9 ай бұрын

The price for the new Z Nismo or even the Z will be one of the biggest discussions when it comes to MSRP and inflation especially when you take everything everything consideration especially all the cars in that price range

@claudemartin7785 9 ай бұрын

I paid my 2018 base brand new for 30k cad. (Around 26k usd) no negotiation. It was cheaper than a civic SI and a BRZ/86. And in 2018 i have no cameras no gizmos no nothin (its what i wanted)

@claudemartin7785 9 ай бұрын

@lw1878 so are Chargers and Challengers and... 300s i guess, they got "updated" 🤣. I think the Z was the last car to get a rear view camera in 2019

@basithph8958 9 ай бұрын

@@claudemartin7785Except that it’s a Hellcat🥱

@Roberto-de8xv 9 ай бұрын

@claudemartin7785 Yeah I prefer having no infotainment system..just give me physical controls, buttons, stereo, & an aux port & I'm good.

@claudemartin7785 9 ай бұрын

@@Roberto-de8xv and even a Mirage, a Spark and a Micra had those in 2018. So im glad/happy that the base Z didnt. The newest oldest car 🤔 😂

@nx_Exe 9 ай бұрын

Matt dropping some content to enjoy with dinner on this beautiful October Monday here in Ohio.

@twistedsneaks1932 9 ай бұрын

That watch is insane on camera my god🔥

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

What watch is it?

@Justin-jp5ov 9 ай бұрын

It definitely needs a stick...after driving both nismo 370z back to back, the stick was much more enjoyable and felt even more connected

@ciello___8307 9 ай бұрын

this is a lot different than the auto in the 370. . .

@jeffkelly9197 9 ай бұрын

This is a different league of acceleration than the 370z. It may be 1-1.5 seconds faster to 60, but it feels like a different league of performance from the vr30 torque.

@wicked_smaaht 9 ай бұрын

Car to car shots are fabulous.

@bradnoakes5808 9 ай бұрын

A well informed video on an excellent car. 94 octane north of the boarder will make the Z sing.

@JPD617 9 ай бұрын

Back end looks great

@nsarboc 5 ай бұрын

Thats tight!

@06XTOR 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful looking car

@antonioruiz1540 2 ай бұрын

I love this car !😮

@Raven_A5 9 ай бұрын

Im sure it’s a wonderful car to drive but I can’t get over paying almost 70K for what’s pretty much a slightly better 370z Nismo with a little turbo. You could buy a Supra, M2, RS3 for the same price brand new. For 10-20k less you can buy a civic type r, corolla GR, Elantra. Imo all the cars I listed are the better more affordable choice for a more track focused sports car

@BigHeadClan 9 ай бұрын

You could also get this Z for 12-15k less with a manual and a bit less power and just toss new suspension at it and call it a day. The Nismo had never been the value proposition for the Z.

@ActNasty5 9 ай бұрын

I got my supra for 52k with 6k miles 🤣

@aebk8439 9 ай бұрын

You could also buy a Z51 C8 for this kind of money with a real dual clutch transmission and mid engine mounted V8😂

@jeffk464 9 ай бұрын

@@aebk8439 yup

@weyo14 9 ай бұрын

Would really like to see a nismo z vs m2 comparison

@StrongerThanEver84 9 ай бұрын

There is no comparison. The M2 is better in every way

@Unicornpirate 9 ай бұрын

@@StrongerThanEver84 Except for looks. G87 looks ugly AF

@Unicornpirate 9 ай бұрын

Forget those. Go watch Throttle House video of the Emira. If you are in the market for a sports car 50 to 80k...spend the extra money and get the Emira. It puts the Z, Supra, M2, C8 Corvette and Cayman S to shame

@jeffk464 9 ай бұрын

@@Unicornpirate The Nismo Z is a very good looking car.

@jeffk464 9 ай бұрын

@@Unicornpirate I'd probably buy the Supra.

@MrDede2011 9 ай бұрын

Omg finally the note book is back

@baseballer21and0 9 ай бұрын

Sick watch Matt.

@baseballer21and0 9 ай бұрын

Didn't know you were a lefty

@air-headedaviator1805 9 ай бұрын

I’m convinced.

@Levibetz 9 ай бұрын

Maybe they should do a like "Z GTS-T" with the base engine and manual transmission but with the chassis mods of the NISMO.

@original__gmebvy 9 ай бұрын

They’re not gonna do that. Which is why Nissan sells the Nismo parts catalog through their dealership network. So if you don’t like the Nismo Z then you can just “make your own”, it’s easier to make money off customers by selling the “Nismo Z” as a set of parts for those that can’t or don’t want to buy the actual car itself

@johnnymartinez478 9 ай бұрын

Bro move on nissan ain’t like that anymore

@MonroweToussaint-gr4gb 9 ай бұрын

Fantastic review brother. Mercedes would give you that same car with the same tuning and you would pay much more money just because of the name. It's perfectly priced.

@bbpleg 9 ай бұрын

Nice car and I’ve always loved the Z, but if this is a track car, then does it come with a cage and harness?

@Clutch_Kick187 7 ай бұрын

Does a Shelby GT350 come with a cage or harness bar? does an SS 1LE come with them?.. NO.. NO Car ever driven on the street for any reason, should not come with a cage or harness bar.. Harnesses should never be used without a hans device, and no caged car should ever be driven without a helmet, as a small fender bender will crush your skull against a steel bar inside the drivers compartment.. If you want to ride around town with your helmet, get a cage.. a harness bar is not needed as this car doesn't have the speed to need either imo, unless door to door scca racing is being done, and then its gonna be a dedicated track car, which no one would want this for as it would get drug by Miata's at most tracks, and many fun Manual V8 cars that are obviously superior in many aspects.. This new Z looks like a high school or college girls car.. Its not tough looking like a Camaro, Mustang, or even the new Supra.. Its the worst looking sports car in its price range imo!! With an auto trans.. lol

@robertrobertson1269 9 ай бұрын

Matt you need to get a tuned one from Z1 Motorsports in Carrolton ga. 600 hp. That should be the nismo

@twistedsneaks1932 9 ай бұрын

I want to see the dyno comparison to the normal manual

@antoinecava8370 9 ай бұрын

What is THAT watch. It looks amazing

@samchisholm2088 9 ай бұрын

I came to see if I could take Matt's Shacket pattern and see if Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur would make into seat inserts.

@jpslaym0936 9 ай бұрын

I don’t understand why the Z Performance wasn’t this NiSMO car, not the Buick suspension dynamics car they sell as non NISMO Z

@BigHeadClan 9 ай бұрын

Yeah that’s a bit of my issue with the Nismo the performance trim went a bit too GT and the Nismo didn’t go as far as it probably should for a 66K price. I’m suspecting they will bring some of these changes to later versions of the Z.

@worldwidewally1134 9 ай бұрын

As much as I hear people talk about this car I still have yet to see one on the road here in Houston. Could just be me, idk🤷🏾‍♂️

@Mustangkid29 9 ай бұрын

I wonder if you can pull both paddles in to go to neutral at anytime like the lambo

@uliwehner 9 ай бұрын

that would be interesting for a launch. wide open throttle in neutral.

@m.j4037 9 ай бұрын

I'm. Putting a deposit down tmrw. Waiting to here Matt, how you compare it to the supra and type r

@evolnivlek 9 ай бұрын

Watch and jacket please? I’m trying to rock both this fall. Proper Dad threads

@acerdale5099 9 ай бұрын

I actually LOLed alone in my kitchen when he said it was $66k

@Petrospect 9 ай бұрын

70k doesn't have me going like a Nismo Zed. More like a turbo Vette. Or a 1LE... but agreed. Who is this for? Also, euro viewer here! Wish the vid had released when I got the notification a couple of hours ago but alas, y'all know best but maaaaaaaaan wish I coulda seen it with my dad. He's asleep now lol

@PigglyWigglyDeluxe 9 ай бұрын

At the end of the day, sticks are more fun, but good autos win races. Can’t have both.

@mji9208 5 ай бұрын

Is this a better drivers car than the mustang DH ?

@ZackNakazora1 9 ай бұрын

I was turned away when I heard auto only but after Savage geese. Your reviews and the tst podcast reviewing it.. I'm willing to actually look at it I have this 9 speed in the frontier. sporty it is not. And the first 500 miles I swore the truck was dragging the converter at parking lot speeds. Now at 11k miles I don't even notice the trans unless it's bitter cold. (course all autos don't like sub 40 degree Temps) so.. We will see. Also the gtr is auto only and it's still a seller.

@potatochobit 9 ай бұрын

r u shur turn off traction control in a Z?

@ChrisDorgan 9 ай бұрын

Shame it hasn't come to the UK

@duffydon1741 9 ай бұрын

Is this a torque converter or DCT? Because it doesn’t sound robust enough for a DCT and not calibrated enough to compete with the BMW torque converter…gear changes are tiny bit slow..

@BOOSTEDDUDE 7 ай бұрын

This is quite the turn around from when the newest Z first hit the market was was known to handle terribly.

@berky1976 9 ай бұрын

I'm waiting on my manual GR86 Prem to come in now. I drove an automatic Mazda past few years and I just don't like automatic transmissions. Even the good ones seem to have a mind of their own. My Mazda takes a count of 2 if I push the throttle to floor to select its gear and engage or if I'm unlucky, I floor it and it stays in that gear and never shifts. I'm looking forward to having control over that process again. My 1996 Impala SS had an automatic that slipped so much in stock form that you couldn't even feel the shifts and it felt like a turd. After putting in a shift kit, it brought the car to life, but still there were times when it wouldn't shift when I wanted it to or it would shift before I wanted it to. Those are things that just a small percentage of us fret over, which is likely a reason why automatics are more popular. No Z for me.

@2bunphettered788 9 ай бұрын

No carbon ceramic brake option for a track focused sports car? Still nice.👍

@acx2035 9 ай бұрын

I get that a track car is supposed to be about the fastest lap times, but honestly isn't it more about the fastest lap time "you" can get as the individual driver? There are plenty of drag racers that still use manuals and while the autos might be a hair faster they still go for their own record and have fun in the process. If we all wanted the absolute fastest lap times I don't think we would be looking at a Z to begin with(no offense, it is still fast but). I personally think the manual would engage more track drivers as they can truly hone their skill and it would be more engaging. Maybe I'm wrong? idk

@dielaughing73 9 ай бұрын

I mean if it were truly about faster lap times they'd give it a DCT

@acx2035 9 ай бұрын

@@dielaughing73 I agree but they had like zero budget for this car allegedly so, cant win them all. I actually think a good DCT comes close to a manual.

@dielaughing73 9 ай бұрын

@@acx2035 in terms of driver enjoyment? I'm confident from my limited experience that a DCT is the better choice for a dedicated track car, and definitely for a race car. I'm a manual transmission devotee, but a DCT just frees up your attention and limbs to focus on driving faster. And you still get to shift all you want

@JimmieBrown-sg8fq 9 ай бұрын

Funny I have not seen one new Z on the road, where are they?

@ba77leman. 7 ай бұрын

I love mine

@sanxi34 9 ай бұрын

I guess the question left for any potential buyers is; is it worth buying the Nismo over a "regular" Z + choosing what to aftermarket parts to install?

@ssjMaximum22Goku 9 ай бұрын

Totally up to the buyer, but as explained in the video, there are mods done by Nismo that will be near impossible to replicate on a normal Z.

@theunknown302 8 ай бұрын

Its a cool car and I'm glad it drives well, but that price is way too close to a c8 Corvette

@beexiong2995 8 ай бұрын

Savagegeese just tested this against the gr supra manual with the same tires and it lost by 2 seconds

@lowpack8792 9 ай бұрын

I heard that the manual does not hold up well with abuse or more power.

@t7489 9 ай бұрын

Any videos to link?

@Cloxxki 9 ай бұрын

Slight bit cheaper only than a Corvette. How do these compare in a track/daily sense? Matt got 115 mph indicated, C8 123 mph in a random video I found. I like their looks similarly, but C8 just has the more naughty supercar look.

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

The C8 is shockingly heavy, but that snappy DCT, short gearing, and freight train of an engine simply outgun the Z. The C8 also has phenomenal braking for 1 or 2 laps until its brakes overheat. Ironically, the Z is probably making up its time in the corner since all C8s (and that includes the C8 Z06, which I have had the pleasure of driving on track) are understeering messes in the corners.

@bizzless2308 9 ай бұрын

@@flyingphoenix113 the C8 is almost 200lbs lighter than this Z

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

@@bizzless2308, I meant for a Corvette, not relative to the Z. I would expect a 2+2 with a generous hatch to always be heavier than a dedicated, impractical 2-seat sports car.

@TRiley201 9 ай бұрын

Looks great, but for $66K I think I'd prefer a base C8

@SireEvalish 9 ай бұрын

I’m gonna be honest, being the best modern Nissan sports bar is hurdling a VERY lowered bar.

@Preludis 9 ай бұрын

If this is the best modern Nissan sports car, what is the GTR now? Or as compared too?

@wetwea33 9 ай бұрын

Shares the engine with the q50/60

@jcat96 9 ай бұрын

I dont see them not making a manual Nismo. Even if its a limited run, maybe theyll follow the "limited Special Editions" trend a la Porsche and ask $20k more.

@bizzless2308 9 ай бұрын

It seems like a great car for what is is, but that MSRP is simply unacceptable. There is just too much competition at 70k, including buying a cherry 370Z NISMO (that can be had in manual) and pocketing 40 grand.

@garythecyclingnerd6219 9 ай бұрын

I live in a small PA town and I have seen more Bugatti's than I have new Z cars. Do these actually exist??????

@mauriciomendez1912 9 ай бұрын

I like it but hate the price tag!!!! This should be the performance package price point....

@christopherappleton4041 9 ай бұрын

I got to sit in the new Z at the Philly auto show, and it just didn’t feel new. If looked and felt way to similar to my friends 350Z. My barber has a redsport with this new engine, and he got his engine and turbos replaced under warranty because of bad castings. I’m just not stoked about the new Z. At least the nismo looks better than the base.

@MrDaoby 9 ай бұрын

I believe they've improved the turbos on the new Z compared to the older VR30 platforms.

@christopherappleton4041 9 ай бұрын

@@MrDaoby That's good to hear.

@alexcheetah79 8 ай бұрын

5:34 that is actually not true, The new Z is an evolution of the 370z and shares both the platform and the engine with the Infiniti Q50/Q60/G37 etc...

@rajeshwarsawh8379 9 ай бұрын

matt looked like the faster driver than the lead driver

@77trashman 9 ай бұрын

Now that is screaming.........LS3 SWAP!!!!

@AnythingEvil78 9 ай бұрын

I have this car shortlisted to replace my Audi TTRS (2012 manual) If this doesn't come with manual in the Australian market I won't be buying . . .

@randomperson8991 9 ай бұрын

Personally id love to own this car in blue 🥰

@jeffkelly9197 9 ай бұрын

People wanted to hate this car, but now this its actually good they complain about the price. In 2023 fast cars aint cheap, it sucks but thats the new normal.

@2bunphettered788 9 ай бұрын

10:59 min - 😉👌🏾

@boywhohadatiger 9 ай бұрын

If this was the regular Z performance it’d be a very good bargain of a sports car but it’s not and the markups will make it out of reach for its market

@johnnymartinez478 9 ай бұрын

When Matt Farrah said “not platform shared, not powertrain shared”….. why are you lying it shares its chassi with the 370z and the engine for the Q series Infiniti

@knowmorestuff 9 ай бұрын

The shifting sounds real quick

@bitkarek 9 ай бұрын

takes time to react tho... look when he moves his hand and when it shifts

@user1138 9 ай бұрын

I feel like car makers are just trolling us at this point. Like how Mazda finally made an Mazda 3 turbo hatchback with AWD but psych! only available with an automatic :(

@patriciahastings2197 9 ай бұрын

Where's the roadster?

@TankQ50 9 ай бұрын

Idk I think the price will go down whenever the economy do but that’s a stretch so hey 😞

@brianjackson5732 9 ай бұрын

Why can't you replicate the Nismo's power/handling in the aftermarket? This was stated but not explained.

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

I didn't feel like it was well justified either. It's not like they have special chassis bracing, different engine mounts, or something integral to the car that would require a massive level of service to replicate. Coilovers, ARBs, brakes/pads, etc. are easy to do.

@brianjackson5732 9 ай бұрын

@@flyingphoenix113 I have a 2016 370z Nismo, and I greatly improved already excellent handling through Swift Springs, SPL Suspension Parts and Whiteline Bushings.

@UnitiveWILLIAM24 9 ай бұрын

I’m not mad about the Nismo being auto-only. It makes sense if you’re looking for speed and outright performance in the modern era. If you want a stick just get a performance model Z.

@Clutch_Kick187 7 ай бұрын

An auto will only be faster in a short drag race by about a 1 car length.. no one is gonna be drag racing a 13second car that weighs over 3700lbs.. its 200+ lbs heavier than the base Z and 102lbs heavier than the Z performance.. And is about $12-15k markup with a whopping 20hp extra.. This car is a complete flop and will die in a year or two.. The US market will not pay $65k for one of these heavy tiny cars with lacking performance in nearly every single area to measure.. My 22 SS 1LE 6mt beats this car in every single category you can think of, yet only cost $48,965.. has better power, better brakes, better suspension, better cooling, better trans options, better rear diff, better seats, better drag times, faster around any track.. It so overweight and so overpriced its just not gonna sell to anyone who knows anything about cars..

@mikemcc1156 9 ай бұрын

oh my GOD! as a Zowner

@2bunphettered788 9 ай бұрын

15:32 min - 😉👍🏿

@MultiBluedog123 9 ай бұрын

Still running akebonos after all these years

@ekklipse 9 ай бұрын

There's nothing wrong with the Akebonos, If they're good enough for McLarens, they should be good for this.

@MultiBluedog123 9 ай бұрын

@@ekklipse wasn’t a knock, just genuinely surprised to know they still rocking with the same brands after 20 plus years.

@joe718gt4 9 ай бұрын

@ekklipse also Enkei supplied their F1 cars with wheels since 1995 until BBS became the supplier for all teams

@FightingCooky 9 ай бұрын

We need the manuel

@joshuasutton4043 Ай бұрын

Love my 370z sorry can’t drive a stick no more cause of health issues but love my car

@Vertigo11 9 ай бұрын

thanks

@Sosanatorz33 6 ай бұрын

$70k for a Z without dealer markup is crazy.

@jtaheri223 9 ай бұрын

Man I wish it came in stick shift

@lambrosstamos4494 9 ай бұрын

I am 6'4". With a lowered seat, please.

@enginelover5095 9 ай бұрын

I want a replacement for my lightly modded C7 GS M7 but this Z sure isn’t it! As always thanks for the content Matt-ster, although you probably won’t read this! Cheers

@papa_pt 9 ай бұрын

Is the SS 1LE too similar?

@flyingphoenix113 9 ай бұрын

@@papa_pt, probably a downgrade in sheer performance. Would need to be a ZL1 1LE, which isn't easily streetable, but will regularly show up C7 Z06s on track.

@flexican77 9 ай бұрын

I've driven the zl1 1LE... and I thought it was amazing in the street... for the weight, it felt planted, the tires stuck on hard turns, despite being boat sized...and it was effortless. My Z to compare it took a lot of work because of the aggressive race suspension I have. Both cars manual and fin in their own way. Love both. I'd totally take a ZL1

@humzai9885 9 ай бұрын

Bets on Nissan pulling a page out of Porsches GT3 book, selling Auto-only first to cover the development costs, and then drop a mid-cycle refresh variant with a 6-speed and a marketing story along the lines of "our engineers worked on this in complete secrecy, and surprised our CEO" etc. That's the only way they're going to milk the most sales from this model.