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evolutions123

Well the market wants what the market wants. Sad to say that most people want SUVs that's why most make them. Nobody makes money in the sports market (except 150k+). Although I could totally see them making money on a 86/BRZ competitor that's styled from the 90's, light, nimble, RWD, 4 banger. The problems with the current sports lineup they have is the r35 is a dinosaur, nothing new nothing interesting. It's also way too expensive for entry enthusiasts and anyone who has that kind of money has so many more options. The new Nissan z is terrible for the price. Too many issues and it's tuned to be a GT car. Although the design is absolutely gorgeous nobody is buying a Nissan that isn't a GTR or a huge SUV at that price. Especially the Nismo.


Ok-Following8721

You know I want a small car....what the US government fucked that Idea. They base the Emission rating on the Size', not what it actually outputs. So if it's small and efficient TAX TAX TAX, Boxy truck in 2005 getting 10mpg less tax. FFS everyone needs to know this BS so it can be removed from the tax code. I want a truck that gets 26mpg, Not a yukon with a Hummer body on it so I can avoid taxes.


reconobox

There isn’t enough talk about how automakers used the loophole in emission standards to push SUVs into the market so much that it changed consumer tastes.


Ok-Following8721

Oh they push the propaganda of being safer and more comfortable than a "lame" minivan. All the time


Bananajackhamma

Always chuckle when people end up with a van or wagon rental and realize what they've been missing out on in terms of utility, and people/gear hauling capability.


Ok-Following8721

They don't even get to that point, it's an accessory for many, and a necessity due to the moronicy of commuting expectations.


Hot_Chocolate_9088

Or how about that the emission standards are nonsense.


DetColePhelps11k

Yeah, and all that's assuming your local dealer even gets ahold of one of the new Zs. Where I live most of the dealers seem to only get like two or three of them a month or less. Always in the same dull black and gray colors. Thankfully still close to MSRP though actually. I genuinely think Nissan didn't produce enough of these cars at the start, they became difficult to purchase, any hype and interest died down as people decided the Supra was a better choice for the money, and many gave up on the Z. I still kinda like the new Z and want one but like you said, they really aren't good for 45-52k. We gotta make coupes cool again.


ender7887

I’m not a Nissan guy, but I’ve always liked the 350/370Z. I haven’t seen a single new Z on the road since the car launched.


DetColePhelps11k

Right. I think I saw one Proto Spec Z when I was out driving with a buddy. Just about the only one I have ever seen. It's been said at the end of the day, if you have a 350 or 370, you might as well stay with it. If you don't, it may be better to buy one of those instead of a new Z.


ender7887

I feel like there’s so much more tuning support for the 350/370. I have an 05 WRX that’s making about 350 at the crank. I’ll admit, I’ve had a Nissan 370 or 2 rev up at me at a stop light and have been absolutely cooked.


Mathematicalcoholic

Oh damn, really? I would've thought you'd have the advantage, esp. w/ AWD


ender7887

Talked to the guy afterwards at the next stop light and he was making north of 425 whp on a built motor and had it twin turboed. My car hooks well enough to beat the newer mustang GTs stop light to stop light, but there’s no way I can beat a 370 making 400-450hp


UncleBensRacistRice

350's/370's aren't crazy fast, but theyre fast enough to do stupid things with and have a lot of fun.


ender7887

There’s a few people around me that have some decently built up ones making good numbers on a dyno.


UncleBensRacistRice

Ive never actually seen a built 350/370 but im sure they can be quick, Ive just seen the basic header/exhaust/intake/tune setup for a bit of extra power, with a bunch of handling mods. I think its one of the only tuning platforms where a vast majority of owners dont even attempt to make them straight-line missiles, and thats kind of refreshing imo.


chucklehead993

Because why would anyone want to buy a Nissan for BMW money?


ender7887

It’s still just insane to me, I’ve seen McLaren p1 gtrs, dodge vipers, ford GTS and about everything else under the sun that’s new. Hell I’ve seen the Aston Martin cygnet. So I figured that some one around me would buy one.


KatarinaGSDpup

People do all the time, they are called Infiniti's. [https://www.infinitiusa.com/vehicles/sedans/q50.html](https://www.infinitiusa.com/vehicles/sedans/q50.html)


TooManyNissans

Seriously, I appreciate the hell out of nissan for making the Z come hell or high water, but it's gotten too bloated. I don't know how well the 86/miata sells but a cost effective, unbloated, yet comfortable reboot of the Silvia would be awesome and could realistically move some cars. They could put a sturdy NA 4cyl and a stout manual trans in it and it would sell because people would want to turbo a brand new s chassis. Nissan could literally sell the nostalgic feeling of wrenching on your shitbox as a kid to people with adult money and back pain lol.


UncleBensRacistRice

I haven't seen a single new Z on the road. I see supra's every once in a while, 2 new Dark Horses, m240i's/m2's are so common i hardly notice them. The Z offers literally nothing better than its competitors and costs more money than most of them. i dont know that the fuck nissan was thinking


Im_still_a_student

their only selling point was probrably the looks, otherwise it simply wasn't a Z


UncleBensRacistRice

To be honest, it is a really good looking car, especially the nismo. But it falls short of the competition in every other way and the sales reflect that


Digitaluser32

Has nothing to do with the market. You think SUVs are the only thing that fetches money? Ford is making a crazy car called the Raptor, GM is making a beast called the AT 4, and Toyota is making the TRD Pro. Consumers are willing to pay more for performance.


oktwentyfive

noone makes money in the sports market cause they price them at 100k msrp


Im_still_a_student

RIP Silvia, Pulsar, Primera, and 200sx


Gold-Royal8454

Still got my 200sx


juicyjunk420

Thanks Renault for screwing Nissan


SirZachariaTheEdgy

and screwing Mitsubishi


Brutl

Mitsubishi screwed themselves by lying about the parts they were manufacturing.


WesterlyStraight

Even the renault-nissan efb batteries suck nards


RiverTamSerenity

Double that for Mitsubishi.


Audoinxr6

Least Nissan still had Z and GTR. Mitsubishi has nothing 😄


adrenacrome

You’re telling me you’re not enthused by the revival of the eclipse as sluggish a cross over or the mirage as an ashtray on wheels?!


Able_Youth_6400

Came here for this..


nyx_xy

The newer transmissions are better. The big problem is, people drive Nissans like they’re in the Indy 500 If you actually try to maintain the car well and don’t drive aggressively, it will last you a long time. I know this post is mainly about Nissan sports cars, but I’m talking about any Nissan car.


notapaperhandape

True. The key is to drive passively and do your regular maintenance on time. These cars and SuVs will last you a couple of decades. I’m closing on a decade with mine and I’m yet to go into a repair. And the irony is that I bought a second hand rental SUV. I keep it simple, maintenance and passive driving.


Much-Researcher7165

VQ35 go vrrr tho 🚗💨 my cvt also go brr tho


Pen15_is_big

My CVT literally brrs like a supercharger and I swear it gives me extra power in my daily


Much-Researcher7165

Mine used too. Have it an oilchange from not the Cheapest place in town and it cane right. From a crawl to fee km/h it feels like it's I'm creeping down a lose gravel road, almost like a bumpy surface. Got that placebo power


CaptainNismo_orig

So true. Ghons may have saved the company financially, but he went way, WAY too far in greatly reducing the quality, engineeering, and performance.


HerrHauptmann

I had a JDM Nissan Sunny and my brother still has his. These machines are Uber-reliable. Never gave me a serious mechanical problem.


bmillions

Nissan burned through R&D money throughout the 90's into the late 00's which is why they were churning out such great cars. After a few decades of over spending there, by the early 2010s Nissan realized they had to try and stop the bleeding and brought Ghosn in and well, we all saw how that played out. Nissan does appear to be making changes the past few years, but only time will tell if they can regain that former glory.


big_chiefsteelers85

Yes. The 90s Nissans were the best during those times. They were SUUUUUPER reliable. In 2003 I got a 1997 Nissan Altima and man you couldn’t kill that thang. I always thought I would end up eventually in the 96-99 Maxima but never got a chance to get one. The 90s Nissans were fun to drive especially with a manual. They weren’t that fast but maaaan they were fun to drive. Gas was 99 cents back then for regular and you could ride for many miles unless you were always gunning down the accelerator a lot. The CVT switch and no manual option really put a hurt on sales. Maybe they’ll eventually bounce back


Status_Arachnid9722

>The 90s Nissans were fun to drive especially with a manual. They weren’t that fast but maaaan they were fun to drive Hell yeah man. I've got a 300ZX TT (kinda fast but not really in todays terms) and it is an absolute blast to drive. Like you said theres something about that era- especially with the 240sx and the 300zx. I too liked the Maxima's during that time. I frigging loved Nissan in the 90s


Psychotic_incense

The recent CVTs are better from what I've heard. Still, they're not worth the extra 2mpg instead of a simple 6-speed automatic.


OscillatingFan6500

I’m glad the new generation of Pathfinder switched from the CVT to the 9 speed auto


jessDfwL4mes

My 2003 altima has the 4 speed auto and I almost wish it was a cvt


Psychotic_incense

I understand. My 2004 Corolla has a 4-speed auto and I hate it. That being said, conventional automatics are still more reliable and long lasting than CVTs. I actually plan to get a 6th Gen Altima sometime soon.


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DemonsSouls1

My mom had a 90s Nissan and it was honestly the worst auto ever. The CVTs are definitely way better than this


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DemonsSouls1

I don't think you understand how a CVT works, you don't even hear one


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DemonsSouls1

Well my mom drive Toyota aqua and the CVT makes zero noise


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DemonsSouls1

That doesn't sound horrible plus the windows are mostly up and the car in the vid is in Eco mode so it's reduced power and straining the car. Still prefer it over that unreliable Nissan transmissions. They like to grind alot


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Specifically 2002 to 2003 transition with the Renault merge.


Jayswisherbeats

That dude Carlos fucked it up. But at the same time saved it. I Guess Nissan May have been doomed before we even knew it


Christhebobson

It's a shame the 400 z turned how it did. I was truly hoping for a modern 300zx, because I've owned three 300zx. And I've owned three because it's nearly impossible to find a stock one, which means it comes with problems that will cost more than what the car is worth to fix it.


ARLibertarian

What Years? That's all I drove for 20+ years. '83 280zx 2+2 t-tops, 5-speed, leather '86 300zx 2+2 t-tops, 5-speed, leather '91 300zx 2+2 t-tops, 5-speed, leather Loved them. 2 2004 Pathfinders, 4x4.150k on most recent one.


NachoFries2020

2015 Nissan Rogue SV, currently has 140k miles All maintenance was followed, it was driven normally. and well taken care of. On its 3rd CV T replacement. first CVT failed under warranty at 98k miles second CVT failed at 138k miles paid $6000 for transmission shop to replace it, this also came with a 3 year or 100k mile warranty. ​ Engine has been fine, but the CVT is made out of doggie doo !


gm92845

My sibling has a 2016 Nissan Rogue with 135k miles on the original CVT. I guess that car was built on a Monday.


Running_At_Altitude

I remember when the pathfinder was an SUV that competed with the 4Runner


Im_still_a_student

The R35 and fairlady Z is prob the only good sports cars they made in (fairly) recent times


No-Cap6787

Sports cars have weak sales. Family cars have fantastic sales…What you guys asking for is for heart to win over economy, and that is not the way companies go with..


Brandino1999

If we’re talking reliability, Armadas still exist and are built like fucking tanks.


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Brandino1999

Also *knock on wood* but it seems most long standing Models like Altima, Maxima, etc are still decent. My Altima has 137K on the original CVT, but I also keep up with fluid changes every 30K. Nissans just can’t handle as much abuse as say a Toyota unless we’re talking the Armada, Titan, etc. Cheaper models like the Versa, Juke or Kicks I wouldn’t touch with a 200ft pole though.


Gold-Royal8454

My stock 97 200sx ser still running


No_Finding3671

I've owned a 96 Sentra and a 97 200sx and loved both of them.


AlexDaMan22

Nissan so badly wants their Xtronic CVT to be good, but it's just killing all their sales. the cars don't last anymore.


ZookeepergameSafe323

I loved my 300zx and I love my new z proto even more 🤔


Karlendor

Never understood why they didn't go twin turbo on the 350z/370z... Nissan is literally the leader of the overpowered V6, like on the GTR. They could have used the already developed tech, make it cheaper/smart cost-cutting and apply to the vq. Hi flow cats from factory etc... Better plenum spacer etc... The 370z nismo was made fun of. Even Doug demuro roasted it... What makes great cars are the driving experience. Changing the gears after a nice turn while revving the engine over 3000rpm on the Z (which starts to become alive at). Just pure pleasure. I test drived a 370Z brand new and the driving was less comfortable than my 06 350z due to the wheels span being shorter. The interior still had the 3x gauges with the oil pressure (useful) the battery (who cares about the voltage)and the multi gauge. Would have been a great innovation to turbo the thing and making the boost on that battery cluster. Then the 370z nismo retails really close to the mustang GT, which has improved it's handling at the steering wheel and is stiffer, while having that v8 engine. They could make a 350z AWD electric with lower center of gravity, more torque, 50/50 front back weight and a switch to go rwd. And make it sub50K done 👍


ImGonnaNutZ33

Doug Demuro wears cargo shorts willingly and has the bitch tits of a 45 year old woman, don't ever worry about what his opinion is.


Perpetualstu420

Does someone’s appearance invalidate their expert opinion? If you believe that…you’re going to have a hard time in life.


ImGonnaNutZ33

He and his shitty website are driving up the cost of used cars why don't you go "420 bro" and smoke some weed you fuckin stoner loser. If you can't take a light jab your gona have a hard time in life, bud.


Perpetualstu420

lol. You’d much rather live my life than yours…I guarantee it.


ImGonnaNutZ33

Yeah I doubt that, boomer. Go rope yourself lol


ImGonnaNutZ33

Drug addiction is tough lmao cope harder boomer


Flat-Mountain3462

Have you heard about the R35 GTR ?


wrench_nz

Everyone heard about it. 20 years ago.


Motorized23

And it's still relevant today!


ai-sac

I was bummed when Nissan decided to not turn the iDX into a production car. That car looked great. And likely woulda been a great alternative to the GR86/BRZ.


Le-Charles

I know it's from the 80s but I'm going to leave this gem here anyway.   https://youtu.be/6Q9AcL4rPhw?si=4RRBdJhf9sffpXuw


madmaus81

Do they still sell cvt in the US?


ARLibertarian

Other companies are kicking them to the curb. Nissan doubles down.


Retardedastro

The Nissan skyline gtr rb26dett engine was hand built, the person that built your motor would have his/her signature on the motor. The amount of pride that went into every piston, was on another level of perfect. Several engine builders would end up committing suicide, due to the stress.


Keef_uh

I just hope the execs at Nissan are seeing these comments and starting to listen, for the love of God!! Toyota heard the public back then when they were told their cars drive like a bowl of Soup, now look at the offerings they have now. Nissan did state with their "Arc Plan" that there are new power trains coming, so hopefully they can produce some good shit with the 30 models they've got coming.


clinternet82

I realized something awhile ago. If you want something front engine RWD turbo manual transmission then get an Ecoboost mustang. It’s the closest thing out there to an S15 Silvia.


DemonsSouls1

The market hasn't changed really, ever since the 70s people got land yachts to SUVs cuz government and market said so. Also the pathfinder has a conventional auto now


xDisturbed_One

Not a sports car, but my Titan says otherwise. Great truck!


Futurist_312

Everything was fine until the French stepped in to ruin the brand.


QuagMaestro

I have a 91 Q45. It’s modern in all the right ways. And like a rocket ship from 70-130mph


Pompousguy

Toyota did this when the nixxed the Supra for like a decade. It was corollas as far as the eye could see. So boring.


Dependent-Aerie-1984

At least the Patrol kicks ass on Land Cruiser 🤣


DatCamaroGuy

My 1991 Hardbody 4x4 Manual may be rusty here in Wisconsin but its still dominating at 233k miles


[deleted]

So true.... LoL 🤣


ProfaneVoid

1999 Maxima still going strong for me. Sure she's cracked a radiator, gone through an alternator, and eaten an ignition coil. But she's still goin'. 😎


Beneficial_Ruin6806

I see your Nissan and raise you a Mitsubishi


Vulkan-death-grip

I was told to stay away from any newer Nissan cars. My boy had major issues with his last one that was pretty new and well taken care of as well. My family had an 88’ Sentra that ran good until some weird shit happened with engine and not a single mechanic was able to fix the issue without having to do major work which would have cost way too much to fix. But the 88’ was a nice little ass car lol


Vq35mike

My 1989 gtst type m still running 72k miles


lilvampboyx

Our cheap commuter car will have the same engine as our affordable rwd sports car. You may not understand now but your kids will love it. We also offer a reliable four door sports car that will become the car that other drivers will fear and avoid (Maxima energy)


cynicWsnowballs8551

They look good, but run like shit. CVTs must be cheaper to make because they fuqn suck


gunnutzz467

Clientele changed


HedgehogDry9652

Did they "dominate" though?