Irvine here-- I got mine in August 2024. You should check out Cars and Coffee in San Clemente on Saturdays. Tons of cars and people (not many Z cars yet) but plenty of cars on every level and style.
I have only seen 4 on the road here in Orange County, CA. I love the uniqueness of not seeing my car everywhere. I end up seeing at least 2 Cyber trucks a day however lol
I want to hear more about your Swift springs... What would be the downside of just getting the springs over buying coilovers, etc? (I want to close the gap on mine as well)
Welcome to Exclusivity and be prepared to get many looks and thumbs-ups... My dad had a 280Z (how I learned to drive stick). I've had in the past 2 350Zs (silver '03/blue '06), 3 370Zs (black '09, white '13, red nismo '16). My '24 Boulder is AT also and I prefer it. Enjoy your new toy!