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Nissan 370Z Roadster Drops Top For $36,970

Matt Hardigree — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:00:00 EDT

The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster starts at $36,970 for the well-heeled capable of putting their heels to a clutch pedal and $38,270 for those unwilling to row their own gears.

Nissan Announces U.S. Pricing on 2010 370Z™ Roadster
– All-New Open-Top Z® Goes On Sale in September, Starts at $36,970 USD MSRP –
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (July 13, 2009) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced pricing for the all-new 2010 Nissan 370Z™ Roadster, which goes on sale in September at Nissan retailers nationwide.
The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster is offered in four models. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) start at $36,970 USD for the 370Z Roadster 6MT and $38,270 USD for the 370Z Roadster 7AT. Also offered are two Touring models, which add a 6CD Bose® audio system, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, aluminum-trimmed pedals and power leather-appointed heated and cooled ventilated net seats. The 370Z Touring Roadster 6MT is priced at $40,520 USD and the $370Z Touring Roadster 7AT is $41,820 USD.

"The new 370Z Roadster offers more refinement, quality, performance and sheer driving pleasure than any Z® convertible that has come before – while retaining its great value positioning in the sports car segment," said Christian Meunier, vice president, Nissan Marketing, NNA. "Compared to the 2009 350Z Roadster, the new 370Z Roadster features 26 more horsepower and cleaner emissions from an all-new standard 3.7L with VVEL technology. The Z® Roadster also offers an all-new exterior design, refined interior, all-new auto-latching convertible top design, and technology not previously available on the 350Z Roadster, including Bluetooth®, XM® Satellite Radio and Nissan Navigation System with XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic Information."

NISMO 370Z: 350 HP Catfish Pricing Starts At $39,130

The Auto Insider — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:30:00 EDT

Expect to shell out $39,130 for the base version of Nissan's catfish-inspired and sport-tuned NISMO 370Z.

The NISMO carpeted floor mats will run an additional $115, carpeted trunk mat is $95, while the NISMO illuminated kick plates will set you back $200. Don't worry, it's all in the name of looking cool. Adding to the boy racer styling package is a NISMO-tuned V6, producing 18 horses more than the base 370Z for a total of 350 HP @ 7,400 RPM and 276 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 RPM. You can thank the NISMO dual exhaust for that little bump.

Not content releasing just a mild power pack, NISMO has added a strut tower brace, new performance dampers, a viscous limited-slip differential and sport brakes. You can visit your local Nissan dealer and pick up your very own starting today.

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) announced pricing for the all-new 2009 Nissan NISMO 370Z™, which goes on sale today at Nissan retailers nationwide. The new, second-generation NISMO Z® continues the tradition of the original, offering unique performance and design attributes that true sports car enthusiasts are looking for – including a functional aerodynamic body design, 18 additional horsepower and a special sport-tuned suspension.
The 2009 Nissan NISMO 370Z™, which is equipped with a 350-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 and close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match, has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price* (MSRP) of US $39,130. Only three accessories are available on this well equipped vehicle – NISMO carpeted floor mats, illuminated kick plates and a carpeted trunk mat.

"The new NISMO Z® is a tuner and Z® enthusiast's dream – straight from the factory," said Pat Steiner, Director, Specialty Vehicles, Nissan Division, NNA. "With its dramatic exterior, custom interior, sport-tuned performance and under $40,000 price, this new NISMO Z® is possibly the best ‘bang-for-the-buck' sports car available today."

About the 2009 NISMO 370Z™
The NISMO 370Z™ was developed by Nissan's Specialty Vehicles Group in conjunction with Autech Japan, Nissan's longstanding conversion partner. The NISMO Z®'s standard 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL) develops 350 horsepower and 276 lb-ft of torque (versus the standard 370Z Coupe's 332 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque), thanks in part to an exclusive free flow dual exhaust system, muffler tuning and an optimized Engine Control Module.

As expected of a true performance machine, the NISMO 370Z™ is offered with only one transmission – a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with standard SynchroRev Match-the world's first synchronized downshift rev matching manual transmission introduced earlier this year on 370Z Coupe (which simulates perfectly matched heel-toe-like downshifting).

The NISMO 370Z™ also features a refined 4-wheel independent suspension, a reinforced strut tower brace for enhanced body rigidity and a pair of performance body dampers to manage road-input vibrations and help contribute to the NISMO 370Z™'s stability and performance feel. The NISMO-tuned suspension includes specially tuned springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bars. Wider, unique 5-spoke 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels are mounted with Yokohama ADVAN Sport Y-rated high-performance tires. Nissan Sport Brakes and a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential are also standard on the NISMO 370Z™.

Along with its standout performance, the new NISMO Z® stands out from the crowd with its dramatic performance-oriented exterior and interior styling. The functional and fully integrated aerodynamic body modifications include an extended nose with a canard design at each corner for improved downforce and a fully integrated chin spoiler. Special side sills and a unique rear fascia help manage airflow under the vehicle, while the functional rear spoiler also increases downforce.

The interior includes NISMO logo seats with black and red fabric and red stitching, a NISMO tachometer, a smooth leather-wrapped steering wheel with red parallel stitching, a smooth leather-wrapped shift knob and aluminum trimmed pedals. A serialized plaque of authenticity is also matched to each NISMO Z®, identifying its unique serial and model year designation.

2010 Nissan 370Z Battles Nissan 350Z Superleggera

Matt Hardigree — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:00:00 EDT

The Nissan 370Z is a substantial update from the previous generation, but can it outperform a radically upgraded Amuse NISMO 350Z Superleggera? Watch and see who earns the overly dramatic music award. [YouTube via Straightline]

NISMO 370Z S-Tune: An Angry Catfish

The Auto Insider — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 08:15:00 EST

Here's eight new photos of the NISMO 370Z S-Tune package for the JDM version of the 2009 Nissan 370Z to add to those leaked scans we showed you last month. What they show is the design team at Nissan's in-house tuning shop's taking some serious risks with this angry-looking catfish. But rejoice, the 370Z S-Tune isn’t all show.

Performance upgrades include a NISMO stainless-steel performance exhaust, NISMO S-Tune brake pads, NISMO S-Tune springs and dampers and a new set of lightweight 19” forged aluminum NISMO LMZ5 wheels. Now although we may think it looks like an angry catfish, don’t take our word for it. Take a look for yourself and let us know in the comments below what you think. [via the370, 370ztech]

2009 Nissan 370Z: What To Expect

The Auto Insider — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:00:00 EDT

With the new 2009 Nissan 370Z scheduled to drop cloth at the LA Auto Show at the end of November, we figured it high time to give you an up-close look at what you should expect to see. Better yet, we decided not to give you some namby-pamby camo-covered silliness in favor of some speculatively rendered (sans a lot of speculation) shots of the new, slightly-smaller, but also slightly up-powered Z-car thanks to our good friends at KORS Design. Although we already all know to expect the 3.7-liter Nissan VQ engine under the hood just like the Infiniti G37 coupe and sedan, we're expecting it to seriously kick some ass, more than likely exceeding the G37 coupe's 330 HP and 270 lb-ft of torque. But that's not all we should expect. Hit the jump for the rest of the story.

It's also pretty likely we'll see that engine mated to your choice of either a seven-speed automatic, like the just-introduced G37 sedan, or with a manual transmission. But the real story here's going to be the reduction in size of the new "Z," as Nissan moves it to the FM platform, reducing the size from the 350Z's current 104.3-inch wheelbase to something just shy of 100 inches — taking it back to more sports car-esque roots.

We've also been told to expect a familiar-looking interior, but with significantly upgraded materials from the 350Z's oft-discounted plastic dash. We're told we'll find out for sure how close our renderings are come October 29th when we hear we'll see the first official photos of the car, and all the deets on the technical side should hit November 11th. Don't expect to see a roadster come next month, but don't toss it out as an optional reveal for later into the winter auto show schedule.

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Nissan 370Z Spotted Hiding Undercover In New Need For Speed Trailer

Mark Arnold — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:40:00 EDT

Even though the Nissan 370Z hasn't been officially revealed yet, it hasn't stopped it from showing up in a trailer for the upcoming video game Need For Speed: Undercover. The game is due out next month, right about when the car is expected to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show. From all the other photos we've seen, this car definitely looks like the 370Z, though we're not sure just how accurate the in-game car will be, or just how much Nissan has been cooperating with the guys at Need For Speed.

[3djuegos via carscoop]

Nissan 370Z Spotted Testing In Germany, Shows New Details

Ben Wojdyla — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:31:00 EDT

Those KGP spies stationed over in Germany on the edge of the Nurburgring have spotted the Nissan 370Z testing near the famed Nurburgring (is there anywhere else to test in Germany?), obviously getting in a few last laps before next month's unveil at the LA Auto Show. These images clearly show the new Nissan will be following the lead of the Maxima with those wacky "boomerang" headlights which are also mirrored in the tail lights. We also see hints of a more aggressive front-end treatment and radically revised side glass, most evident in the new quarter windows which act as a throwback to the original Datsun 240Z. Heck, we can even sense a bit of family resemblance to the Nissan GT-R in the roof line. Full spy report after the jump.

Nissan's revamped 370Z has just shown up in Germany, perhaps in preparation for some testing on the Nürburgring. Despite the black paint and the heavy rains, the Z's new shape is clearly apparent here. The Maxima-inspired boomerang headlight design appears to be in play, and a similar treatment has been given to the Z-car's tail-lights, as well.

We'll continue to monitor the Z's testing regimen, in case some 'Ring hot laps are also on the agenda.

2010 Nissan 370Z?

Ray Wert — Wed, 14 May 2008 08:30:00 EDT

The always strange looking Vince Burlapp at the always blogasmic The Hollywood Extra (as well as the off-road-loving boys at the 4WheelsBlog have a scan up of what they're claiming is the 2010 Nissan 370Z. The shot looks very similar to the shots we've already seen out of Japan's Best Car magazine of the replacement for the Nissan 350Z.
While we don't know anything more than the one picture we've got, we're always happy to see new proof of the new 3.7-liter VQ37VHR-powered pudding from the Japanese side of Carlos Ghosn's globe-spanning automotive empire. We're just hoping the rumors we'll be seeing it live at the LA Auto Show later this year are true. (Hat tip to Scoobie!) [The Hollywood Extra, 4WheelsBlog]