370Z

The 370Z Roadster will be available for purchase this September with the 6-speed manual transmission starting at $36,970. Another version will be available with a 7-speed automatic transmission for $38,270. Also offered are two Touring models, which add a 6CD Bose sound system, XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, HomeLink Universal Transceiver, aluminum-trimmed pedals and power leather-appointed heated and cooled ventilated net seats. The 370Z Touring Roadster 6MT is priced at $40,520 and the $370Z Touring Roadster 7AT is $41,820.

For a summer-type car, it's rather odd that this will be released near the end of the warm, sunny season. Also, its price puts it up near other luxury roadsters that have more of an appeal to most consumers based on their brand name. I'm just really curious as to how well this roadster will fare in the marketplace…

The NISMO-tuned V6 engine produces 18 more horsepower than the base 370Z for a total of 350hp @ 7,400 RPM and 276 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 RPM. It runs with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match.

The NISMO 370Z rolls on a set of unique 5-spoke 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with Yokohama ADVAN Sport Y-rated high-performance tires.

Also, NISMO has added a strut tower brace, new performance dampers, a viscous limited-slip differential, sport brakes, a dual exhaust system and a nice body kit. You can visit your local Nissan dealer and pick up your very own now.

If you want NISMO carpeted floor mats, that will cost you an additional $115, carpeted trunk mat is $95, while the NISMO illuminated kick plates will set you back $200. Read more