What Japanese Car for road racing?

[Phrost]

It sure is not an easy decision.

[clawhammer]

What'd you get?

[Phrost]

I am really leaning towards the 350z but I am going to have to go out and test drive one.

One of you mentioned the Evo, I really like that car and it may very well be my next daily driver once I save up enough money. I currently have the lower model Subaru Impreza and I really love it. Based on that my next daily driver will most likely be an STI or an Evo but for now I am looking for a 2 seater rear wheel drive for the track.

[k3smostwanted]

Originally Posted by kman10587

I've always heard that the 350Z has very neutral handling, with slight understeer if anything.

i should have rephrased that a bit. the 350z handles well. it CAN be a reputable track car, in my opinion. stock it isnt bad but it isnt amazing.

[Broke_as_****]

Originally Posted by kman10587

I've always heard that the 350Z has very neutral handling, with slight understeer if anything.

Steering wheel: turned

Gas pedal: down

Ass end: out


Little bit of that booty steering can certainly help to get the back around a corner.

[Mtang36]

personally i find the 350z rather heavy for it's power delivery. I like the evo alot. Well they're rather expensive, but if you can afford one, get the MR. Impressive.

[aznxthuggie]

the 350z isn't the best track car stock, but it has lots of tuning capability from the stock v6

i would actually suggest the s2k, its a nice track car, not much potential, but stock it is already a nice car, fun to drive as well

also the evo MR which just came out in the US a lil while ago should be a great car, awd, nice handling, all you need for about the same price as a 350z

[Phrost]

I have decided to go with a used 2003 base model 350z. With the money I save going used and by choosing the base I will upgrade the front and rear brakes, get some new wheels and tires, and throw in an aftermarket LSD. Other then that I'll leave the rest stock until I improve my driving skills and feel the need for more upgrades.

I think the base model is the perfect choice for a track car as it is the lightest, and it doesn’t have the VDC system. You also save a good chunk up money which can me spent on better aftermarket parts.

[youngvr4]

350Z is a good choice, in most mags i've read the 350Z handles very well actually. you have a low 14's high 13 second car and if you know how to drive a rwd car then the 350Z is a outstanding pick

[Phrost]

Thanks, now I just have to find one a like.

[Wraith28]

I would say a Lancer Evo for sure... Again if you have the budget...