Let me get this straight.
Anyone who has ever driven a ZF8 speed can attest it is a great auto; it shifts fast and can hold a lot of torque. I’m sorry but the Mercedes 9 speed auto isn’t anywhere near the ZF level.
So basically it’s a rehash 350/370z chassis that has been reinforced for stiffness. Anyone who has driven a Z can attest the Z is not nimble at high speeds. It’s not precise; it’s a brute at the limits.
The interior is a remix of the old Z with new electronics. The old Z’s interior is so outdated and crusty looking. I’m not a fan of arm rest area.
I’ll give Nissan props on keeping the manual but we all know for sure, 90% of the Z owners will buy the auto. If the Supra came in manual, I would still buy the ZF auto. Every car I’ve owned is a manual but after experiencing a ZF auto, i just can’t go back to a manual for the Supra.
My biggest concern is that the new Z will be just like the old Z in many ways. The Z needed an all new chassis design and interior redesign. My expectation for the Z was real until these leaks came out.
I’ll keep my BMW Supra.
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