350Z Turbo?

vvtivanos · 11-15-2001, 12:00 PM

is nissan coming out with a high powered version of the new 350z? like in a turbocharged form?

Granted 280 hp and 0-60 under 6 seconds in plenty good for the 350z, i would really like to see over 300 hp and 0-60 under 5 seconds like the 300zx TT or supra TT of old. For 40k, i'd be a potential buyer.

The market is missing those kind of cars.

But i guess a 350z is a good start

JBL85 · 12-24-2001, 01:35 PM

That would be damn sic....that motor turbo'ed would pull like 350 RWHP, probably more with boost or even twin tubo

dkmura · 12-24-2001, 02:13 PM

I've seen so many posts on a turbo 350Z, but the truth is that no one really knows. What we do know is that Nissan is pushing for a back-to-basics, affordable sportscar. IMHO turbos do not represent either of those goals. Much as I enjoy ultimate performance, a turbo 350Z does not seem consistent with the design goals of this car.

Perhaps in a few years, when the model ages a bit, we may see a factory turbo model. For the immediate future, I'd be ready to spend some BIG BUCKS for an aftermarket application if you must have a blown Z.

zenthusiast · 12-28-2001, 03:13 PM

Should I go ahead and get one this summer or should I wait till the 2004 models come and hope their is a power upgrade package? The thing is, I can't wait to get one. And I have a feeling the first run models won't have systemic bugs in them.

JBL85 · 12-28-2001, 07:06 PM

If you got cash buy one and throw on a turbo + rebuild after it comes out, if you dont like that idea just be patient, because before you know it, you will be smoking everything around ya

dorifkin · 01-10-2002, 10:54 PM

IMO, if they really come out with the new skyline gtr here than its most likely they wont have a turbo model. Of course if the r35 comes out to be really expensive then maybe they will, it's just a matter of how much the r35 will cost. They'll want to make the most amount of money.

Wiz · 01-11-2002, 10:21 AM

As far as I remember the press-release stated that Nissan's own performance division (or company) will be wildly supporting the new Z with the performance parts. Here's the quote from the release:

"When you look at the Z®'s standard equipment you get an even stronger sense of its high value positioning, with two of the five Z coupe models under $30,000," said Connelly. "Our lowest price 350Z® is positioned not as a base model, but as a starting place for enthusiasts who wish to modify their new Zs with their own selection of aftermarket equipment. In fact, to help them out, NISMO performance parts will be offering a wide selection of parts and accessories for the Z beginning this fall."

dorifkin · 01-11-2002, 04:35 PM

:smoker2:
I hope when Nismo does come out that they offer true performance products as they do in Japan. Adjustable suspension components, full exhaust modifications, clean body mods, and last but not least forced induction. To top that all off would be to bring existing Nismo parts from their extensive collection in Japan for older Nissans. Actually if they brought over the sr20det I would consider them god.

ImportFreak · 01-11-2002, 09:00 PM

dorifkin
I hope when Nismo does come out that they offer true performance products as they do in Japan. Adjustable suspension components, full exhaust modifications, clean body mods, and last but not least forced induction. To top that all off would be to bring existing Nismo parts from their extensive collection in Japan for older Nissans. Actually if they brought over the sr20det I would consider them god.

agreed.

JBL85 · 01-11-2002, 09:10 PM

sr20dett sounds better =P

nazzdeq · 03-13-2002, 02:36 PM

The 350z looks sweet. However, if Nissan decides not to offer a twin-turbo version I will be very dissappointed.

They should make the twin-turbo version and let the consumer decide.

I understand the rationale about keeping the price down, but if I want a factory turbo and am willing to pay what's their problem?

To make a car this nice looking and get beat by a Mustang would be a joke if you ask me.

I hope they change their minds. Personally, I'm not buying one until they make a turbo version.

arenology · 04-03-2002, 03:00 AM

i spoke to a salesman at Stillen. for those of you that own a Z32 (300zx) you know what i'm talking about. he said Stillen is working on a few upgrades for the new 350 Z. he also mentioned a supercharger. i don't know how true this is or if it's just rummers going around at Stillen but i don't see how they can fit a supercharger under the hood. it would be nice though.

www.stillen.com

n3985 · 11-29-2002, 07:18 PM

There is a twin turbo kit being dveloped by Ziel Motorsports. As for Nismo, the only "performance" parts include a stainless steel cat-back, air filter, and upgraded suspesion parts. The rest include body kit, radiator cap...I think the only true performance adders right now are: titanium cat-back, Y-midpipe, titanium headers from Top Secret, then either a JIC or Injen intake.

350ZMotoring · 11-29-2002, 08:19 PM

I think Nismo needs to come out with a twin turbo setup for it to be taken seriously like the M division of BMW.

JBL85 · 11-29-2002, 08:50 PM

Greddy made the kit already, I dont think its a matter of who makes it, its just a matter of when its available, how reliable the kit is and what kind of turbo's they use.

Also voiding factory warranty is another issue.

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