Andrew Jacobs wrote
>So many negative thoughts on the new z are surprising to me.
>
>but to set the record straight as i understand it:
>
>--the new z was designed as a coupe AND convertible from the
>beginning, so i don't think it will be a "a chopped coupe with big
>steel beams welded in"
Glad to hear it won't be a chop job, still at "under $30,000" read
$29,999.99,
It's WAY too expensive.
> to me it seems that nissan went
>in the right direction by trying to go back to the 240z recipe--i.e. a
>relatively light weight (rumored to be 2600-2800lbs), n.a. powered,
>affordable car with a mind towards pure sportiness rather than gt
>luxury.
2600-2800 Pounds doesn't strike me as particularly light, nor does "Under
$30,000" Strike me as particularly affordable. IMHO.
I'm happy for the folks who like it, there's something exciting for them
to look forward to, but if it doesn't float my boat, I don't think I
should be required to be silent on the subject.
...Now, about that Mini :-)
-Marc
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