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  1. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Very true! I drove an M2 and it was an incredible machine. I just couldnā€™t see myself driving it dailyā€¦.but tracking it?!??? Oh yes!!
  2. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    I cant fault you there. Specifically with the pricing differences in AUS. Here in the states, a fully optioned Z start encroaching on C8 territory. I can agree that the z feels like a gift in a way from Nissan. Really any 2 seat sports car running on petrol these days is a gift. I looked...
  3. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    That was also one of my favorite things about owning one. I loved the conversations it started. From middle aged guys approaching me to tell me about their early Z Cars, to curious teens and 20 somethingā€™s. That was one of the most enjoyable aspects of owning the Z. LOVE that blue Restomod...
  4. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Thank you! And congrats back on the Nismo!
  5. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    A little of both. The local BMW dealer is a friend of mine and had a buyer lined up for the Z quickly. They facilitated the sell for a small ā€œkickbackā€. I was happy to do that for simplicity. The best thing I did when searching was pay attention to the ride over to the dealership and...
  6. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Hopefully the Z hangs around for a few years and I can give it another go in a manual. I havent heard from many people with the manual that donā€™t really enjoy the car. ā€œThe performance better ugly choiceā€ šŸ˜† No doubt the Z is the better looking car :)
  7. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    exactly right! Thatā€™s the reason there are so many options! I admit a restomod Z is on my short list after our detached is completed. I absolutely love those!! Also seems as though everyone pretty much loves the Nismoā€¦I havenā€™t driven one personally but have heard nothing but praise. Iā€™ve...
  8. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Correct. Not exactly ideal. I would think they would make it easy to turn on or offā€¦.
  9. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Thatā€™s good news on the 2024. Havenā€™t heard of the issue on the Nismo either. Perhaps it is just early models. There is a way to turn that off / but it is not straightforward or available through the settings or even unlocking the service menu.
  10. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    we No doubt the Z is a more comfortable car to sit in and look out of than the claustrophobic Supra..the back window, high door trim, and curved/slopped side roof line make it feel so tight compared to the Z. Dukes of Hazard or not! šŸ˜ Unfortunately I did not have much luck with Nissan on my...
  11. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Auto. Thatā€™s where the issues with the transmission came into play. I would have loved a manual, but it just wasnā€™t a practical choice for my daily
  12. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Thank you! Glad to hear you havenā€˜t had the same experience. Perhaps I would have felt differently if I opted for the manualā€¦(love your color combo btw)
  13. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    I am a manual fan as well - but there is a part of my daily commute that is heavy stop and go through THREE school zones EVERY morning..so a manual is just not practical for me
  14. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    I can understand that. I donā€™t think there is much middle ground on the looks for the 240. Lot of people hate it / lot of people love it. I wasnā€™t crazy about it in pics, but did feel like it looked better in person. Sucks that you can only get the X package / itā€™s a rocket as well and...
  15. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    I hear you on the manual. The new M2 comes in a manual (I actually drove the manual version) and I must say it was a blast to drive. There were two things that held me back. I actually preferred the overall styling of the 240 in person, and the M2, even in its most comfortable settings - I...
  16. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    Thanks man! Your Nismo is awesome! I think it is what NisSan should have released from the get go as the ā€œZā€. Beautiful car!
  17. mtjohnson

    So Long Z - it was Fun(ish)

    I made the decision it was time to move on from the Z after nearly a year and under 5K miles. I loved the style, the nostalgia, the raw power. I loved forums like this one where fellow enthusiasts could share their passion. I felt like a teenager the day I got my Z. That initial feeling...
  18. mtjohnson

    New Member New Z!

    Looks Great! White is such a killer color on this car!


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