I'm really digging the new Z. Without pause, I'm a long time Z fan however. I started with a 1981 280ZX 2+2 when I was 20 and have subsequently owned a 1990 300ZXTT (Pearl Yellow), 1990 300ZX Non-Turbo (Aztec Red) and a 1973 240Z (Orange of course).
As enthusiasts, we should be grateful Nissan is even bringing a new Z to the table considering their current woes. I like that the new car pays homage to Z's of yore but still has some modernity to it. The interior is light years ahead of the Supra's cobbled mess IMO. I like that it isn't too overwrought with unnecessary crap. I feel it will be even better in the flesh, particularly in different hues.
My only wishes for this car:
Nissan needs to give this car a 'real' mechanical LSD and not another ####ty viscous unit.
Nissan cannot let the new Z be a car that starts at Supra price points, the audience quickly evaporates if this becomes a $60K car. I wholly expect a price increase, just not an enormous one.
I'm looking forward to seeing this car come to fruition, long live the Z!
For any Z/Nissan/Datsun enthusiasts out there, check out zcarblog.com, they do some amazing builds.
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