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    Top Ten Reveals of the 2008 LA Auto Show

    Over last week's LA Auto Show, we saw plenty of new models throw their hats into the bloodied arena that is the current automotive market. So put on some R.E.M. and follow us on a jog down flashback lane as we relive all of the fond old memories we've fostered together this past week. Remember when the new Lexus RX came out and we all had a good laugh because of an explosion of vanilla? How about when a Mini E showed up with that totally hot Deputy Mayor? Man, those were the good old days. Hit the jump below before we start tearing up to catch the ten most popular reveals — as judged by your eyeballs — of the show. More »
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    6:00 PM on Mon Nov 24 2008
    By Andrew Didorosi
    10,310 views, 62 comments

    Most discussed Cameron RS: Very nice, but I have a question or two about the Jalopnik Guy: Who is he? How did you find him? What does more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z Revealed Live With Details

    We got a great look at the new Z-car when Wes went out and bagged the 2009 Nissan 370Z at that exclusive LA enthusiast party, and now we've got the details to back up these brand new live reveal shots from the floor of the LA Auto Show. The new 370Z gets added oomph to match the more muscular and compact looks with the now 3.7 liter V6 getting 332 HP and 270 lb-ft of torque to match the six speed manual or a 7-speed automatic with "Downshift Rev Matching" all riding on top of a car 225 lbs lighter than it's predecessor. Conveniently, Nissan has provided an afternoon's reading for everyone which we've included below. There is much to digest about this car and all of it tastes pretty good so far, but as with any car, the proof will be in the driving.

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    2:00 PM on Wed Nov 19 2008
    By Ben Wojdyla
    2,643 views, 51 comments

    Most discussed boosted-lego-wagon: Boo to "SynchroRev Match". If I want a computer to heel-and-toe for me, I'll buy Microsoft's Barndance Simulator. more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z Unveiled Live At Secret LA Event

    As ash rained from the sky, the Nissan 370Z was just unveiled to an exclusive group of enthusiasts in Los Angeles ahead of this week's LA Auto Show. The event was hosted by Edmunds, but we managed to borrow a friend’s GT-R and sneak in; all to bring you these exclusive shots, initial impressions and the exclusive video from Streetfire.net appearing after the jump.

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    9:25 PM on Sat Nov 15 2008
    By Wes Siler
    16,055 views, 79 comments

    Most discussed graverobber- My Yugo Nova!: Looks good in blue. Should be stinkin' fast. They made the door handles even uglier. The Differential Power Switch switches more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z Caught With Its Hood Open, Trunk Empty

    We've already seen most of the Nissan 370Z (even dissecting the design), set to debut at the LA Auto Show next week. Now these photos from GTR-World show us more of a fuller sense of what the engine bay and trunk portal will look like. As you'd imagine, the 3.7-liter VQ37VHR V6 is there in all its normally-aspirated glory, crossed by a large tower bar. Moving to the opposite end of the vehicle you'll notice the 2009 Nissan 370Z features a decently-sized pass-through storage area, at least for this class. What else do we know about the new Z-Car?

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    12:30 PM on Fri Nov 14 2008
    By Matt Hardigree
    3,673 views, 50 comments

    Most discussed johnnyichiban: What's that doodad between the pipes? more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z: Design Dissected

    This year, as the 2009 Nissan 370Z is set to be unveiled next week at the LA Auto Show, marks nearly 40 years since the first Z car's simple origins as the 1969 Datsun 240Z. Since then we've seen the Z go all over the place, from tech-heavy with the 1991 300ZXTT and just plain heavy with the outgoing 350Z. But big was still beautiful, and each iteration of the itty-bitty Nissan, including the final one, has retained many of the simplistic design elements from the original '69. But now there's a new Z car. Will the design stack up with what's come before? Hit the jump to find out.
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    12:00 PM on Wed Nov 12 2008
    By The Auto Insider
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    Most discussed layabout: Probably in the minority here,but i prefer the lines of the 350 to the 370,the wheel arches are more subtly more »

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    LA Auto Show Site Tips Us Off To 332 HP Rating For Nissan 370Z

    The first official data in a murky sea of rumors regarding the power numbers on the 2009 Nissan 370Z has emerged in the form of an easy-to-miss photo caption on the LA Auto Show website. The power output of the fresh 3.7-liter V6 is a confirmed 332 HP, up 26 from the previous 3.5-liter, partly as a result of the new whizbang VVEL system, or Variable Valve Event and Lift. For more on this dark magic acronym and other things setting the 370Z apart from it's predecessor, hit the jump. More »
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    4:30 PM on Tue Nov 11 2008
    By Andrew Didorosi
    2,365 views, 32 comments

    Most discussed Adam: But how much will it weigh... And I really wish it had AWD but that is just a pipe dream. more »

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    Nismo S-Tune Bringing Showroom Upgrades to the 2009 Nissan 370Z

    We can hardly wait for the base model Nissan 370Z to hit showrooms, but even before it does, Nissan dealers have already accidentally let details loose on two performance packages available straight from their dealerships. Our assumption would be these Nismo S-Tune kits should retain the factory warranty while upgrading the looks (supposedly) and performance. Details follow the jump.

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    1:00 PM on Mon Nov 10 2008
    By Wes Siler
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    Most discussed graverobber- My Yugo Nova!: These guys do good work. Honda should partner with them for performance enhancements to their line. They could call it more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z Spotted Naked In Europe But Not On A Beach

    Though we've seen official pictures of the Nissan 370z, we'd yet to see an undisguised photo of the new Z-car that hasn't been set up by the folks at Nissan. That's why we're excited to see these photos by way of Motive Mag from The370Z.com of one of the new zeds outside of a Nissan office in Europe. Hmm...actually, come to think of it, that sounds to us like it was still set up by the folks at Nissan. Whatevs. From the front three-quarters it looks fairly similar to what we've seen in the press shots. The rear shots, however, reveal just how large those sharktooth taillights really are. Expect a large outpouring of live shots when we cover the unveil at the LA Auto Show in a couple of weeks.

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    7:26 PM on Wed Nov 5 2008
    By Matt Hardigree
    9,018 views, 99 comments

    Most discussed graverobber- My Yugo Nova!: Dear Jalopnikians, Would somebody please photoshop those damn headlights and tail lights? Please? Where's DamnElantra? Or that guy that made the more »

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    Nissan 370Z To Make Virtual Debut In Need For Speed Undercover

    Before you'll be allowed to test drive a Nissan 370Z at the dealership you can take it for a spin in the virtual world of Need For Speed Undercover. Judging by the trailer, you'll be able to do things with the new Z that a nervous salesman probably wouldn't let you get away with. The new Z drops cover at the LA Auto Show in late November, with a virtual reveal in the next NFS installment on the 19th of next month. Those that want to see and drive the car in real life will have to wait until the early part of next year. Press release below the jump.

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    2:00 PM on Wed Oct 29 2008
    By Matt Hardigree
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    Most discussed Isetta: Gamers; is that the target market? more »

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    2009 Nissan 370Z Breaks Cover

    We've given you our guess of what the 2009 Nissan 370Z will look like and, according to the first official photos below, we were fairly close. The vehicle is clearly more shapely with a more aggressive nose than the current Nissan 350Z. You'll also notice a little wedge on the C-pillar. Is that a Hoffmeister Kink? More details at the LA Auto Show, in the meantime you can enjoy the official photos and press release below.

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    9:00 AM on Wed Oct 29 2008
    By Matt Hardigree
    107,158 views, 115 comments

    Most discussed layabout: It just doesn't look right in my opinion,the lights are ugly & the suspension appears to be a little high. more »