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08-04-2008 09:15 PM We’ve never believed that a racing game should have to include an underground street racing storyline and the presence of dubs. Call us Gran Turismo snobs if you must, but the reason the GT series appeals to our inner nerds is the rich selection of classic cars available in the game. Recently there’s been a lot of noise on teh Internets about Midnight Club: Los Angeles, the latest in one of the cartoonish series we’ve been ignoring. That is, until this Datsun 280Z caught our eye. Admittedly, the ridiculous X-wing spoiler doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, but consider our interest piqued. For those jonesing for some old school Gran Turismo goodness…
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08-05-2008 09:40 PM Sorry, Zedheads. This is in fact the second horribly customized Datsun Z-car we’re bringing you in as many days. It’s not like we’re trying to find hideous nostalgic cars, they just have a habit of popping up, but at least yesterday’s X-wing Z was virtual. Today’s, however, is much too real. It was sent in by JNCer Crazy Backyard Builder, who alerted us to the fact that the 1978 movie Corvette Summer didn’t just destroy a perfectly good Corvette Stingray and Firebird, but a Datsun as well. And here it is. If the glitter of a 1970s Las Vegas casino doesn’t blind you, the gleam coming off its metal flake paint and chrome mirrors certainly will. Its…
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08-07-2008 01:10 PM The automotive world is saddened today by news of the passing of Andreas Pininfarina, CEO of the renowned Italian design house responsible for everything from the Peugeot 403 to the Ferrari Enzo. Pictured here is the Honda HP-X, unveiled at the 1984 Turin Motor Show. It’s powered by a 2.0L Formula 2 V6 mounted midship, just behind the two seats and wrapped in a sleek, Pininfarina-penned body. Andreas Pininfarina was the grandson of founder Battista “Pininâ€� Farina, who in 1930 opened a small auto body shop that went on to become one of the most famous design studios in the world. The firm designed cars for a wide range of manufacturers, inclu…
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08-07-2008 10:24 PM We’ve had a streak of poorly customized Z-Cars recently, but here’s a radically modified one that still turns out to be pretty durned cool. Anyone that liked the original Transformers remembers Prowl, Autobot Military Strategist, Optimus Prime’s second-in-command, and all-around badass. His alternate form was not only a Datsun Fairlady Z, but a hard-core highway patrol version in a Japanese police paint scheme. Over the years as the Transformers line was hashed and rehashed, Prowl has been remade into many forms, including a Lamborghini Diablo, Acura RSX, Acura NSX and a lion, but die-hard fans will always remember him as a Nissan. If that’s you,…
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08-11-2008 09:46 PM Just a quick reminder for those in New England this weekend. The Larz Anderson Auto Museum in Brookline, MA is having their annual Japanese Car & Motorcycle Day on August 17. It’ll be one of their summer lawn events with the beautiful museum as a backdrop. Doors open at 10am and (get this), Sapporo Beer is a major sponsor! If you have any questions, be sure to ask JNCer and one of the organizers, TSiSS350. More...
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That’s right, subscribe or renew by July 2 and receive a free Nissan Sport t-shirt! It’s a great time to subscribe too – the Summer issue is about to come out, and in it, you’ll find loads of great Z info with an article on Larry Thompson’s Datsun 280ZX, a Behind the Wheel 240Z, a project 240Z, lots of great Z event writeups, and much more! Also, we’re looking for vehicles for Behind the Wheel! If you think your car deserves a Behind the Wheel spot, check out www.nissansportmag.com/contact/vehiclesubmissions.html. And check out the Behind the Wheel section of your magazine – it’s a great spot to really show of your Z with a page all for your car. This i…
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Greetings S30 owners, it's time to fill you in on the latest Spring 2006 issue--and it's loaded for first-gen fans. (BTW, you can preview the new cover and table of contents now at our website www.sportzmagazine.com, where you will also find a list of more than 200+ bookstores that carry SZM.) We have a number of first-generation Z articles; the question is where to start? Project 240Z, our DIY shade-tree resto, gets its act “cleaned up.â€� Our centerfold this issue features a highly modified 240Z. We revisit a 240Z restoration that is finally (well mostly) completed. Coverage continues on the S30’s success in the motorsports arena. We go back a few years to a race t…
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It's time again for Car of the Quarter for Summer 2008! But this time, I'd like to allow a bit more time so that hopefully we can have more participants submit their terrific vehicles. From the time/date that this post goes up until Thursday, May 15 at 9:00 pm EDT (6:00 PST) post the following information in order to be eligble for the contest: name (first and last), handle, city/state, year/make/model, 20 word or less description, and a high resolution picture of your car. At 9:00 pm, we'll do a random number drawing amongst every entry that has posted the necessary information. I look forward to it, let's get some great vehicles in!
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You've probably already seen all the recap info from Dave down a few posts with lots and lots of details about the upcoming issue. We know you'll love it - there are so many terrific features, projects, tech, and much more inside that it'll prove to be another great read. If you've already seen the details, terrific! Please check out www.nissansportmag.com to see the cover and table of contents, and let me know what you think! Also, please note that in order to get the new Spring 2008 issue and avoid the $1.95 shipping charge, order by SUNDAY, March 30. Call 505-771-2374 or visit www.nissansportmag.com to subscribe or renew; the magazine will be in most Barnes & Nobl…
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With the redesign of www.nissansportmag.com, Nissan Sport is now offering the sold out Winter 2007 issue as a free download. The 140MB file includes every page in the magazine as it was originally published. Enjoy. NOTE: This free issue includes a great story on a 1973 240Z, a full feature on how to buy a classic Datsun at auction, and the wheel and tires chapter of Project 240Z. Dave Bexfield Managing Editor, Nissan Sport editor@nissansportmag.com
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Check it out at www.nissansportmag.com. The article was too long for us to include in full in the magazine (there is a shortened version in the Spring 2008 issue), so here it is unabridged, along with some bonus pics. It was written by classic Z fans Trevor Bladon and Blake Frazier, both great guys. Enjoy. Dave Bexfield Managing Editor, Nissan Sport editor@nissansportmag.com
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A full preview of the cover and table of contents is available at: www.nissansportmag.com Classic coverage includes: -Award-winning 280Z -Project 240Z continues its restoration -Morton and Brock attend Amelia Island -Nissan's first electric car (from 1947) -Family 240Z gets passed down -Cross country stunt in Datsun 510 -Rumors on the new Z picking up cues from the 240Z -More! Enjoy! Subscribe by Friday, March 28, to get this issue sent directly from the printer and avoid first-class postage charges. Call 505-771-2374 or visit www.nissansportmag.com. The magazine should be in bookstores mid/late April. BTW, we offer a money-back guarantee, so if you think the magazine suc…
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