GT -> GT500
06-04-2012, 09:52 PM
#31
I like manual transmission cars. I sat in a GT-R and it was really nice though - if I had to drive an automatic, I'd consider a GT-R but I still like the sound of a V8.
This Nismo in my garage just sounds like a Nissan pickup truck up front and a hair dryer in the back… The GT-R sounds a lot better than the Nismo, but nothing like a Mustang.
This Nismo in my garage just sounds like a Nissan pickup truck up front and a hair dryer in the back… The GT-R sounds a lot better than the Nismo, but nothing like a Mustang.
06-04-2012, 09:54 PM
#32
Awesome! I sat in a 2012 GT500 at the dealership and listened to it idle and revved it a bit (couldn't drive it since it was already reserved for someone). The car sounded and felt amazing. I'm jealous you already have yours. I have to wait a couple more weeks.
06-04-2012, 09:55 PM
#33
06-05-2012, 01:55 PM
#34
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You're right, I need to work on my photobucket and quit trolling for mods.
As far as your question goes, my s/c 4.6 was the funnest car I've ever driven and I'm on my way in making the Shelby the same. Currently, my GT500 is totally stock, the initial punch is nowhere near as "violent" as the GT but when the rpm's and boost goes up, the seats have their work cut out for them, as do the tires.
A tune, pulley, air filter, and some noise, and the Shelby should really wake up and be really fun as it approaches the 600rwhp mark. But right now, it's too quiet and smooth.
As far as your question goes, my s/c 4.6 was the funnest car I've ever driven and I'm on my way in making the Shelby the same. Currently, my GT500 is totally stock, the initial punch is nowhere near as "violent" as the GT but when the rpm's and boost goes up, the seats have their work cut out for them, as do the tires.
A tune, pulley, air filter, and some noise, and the Shelby should really wake up and be really fun as it approaches the 600rwhp mark. But right now, it's too quiet and smooth.
I like manual transmission cars. I sat in a GT-R and it was really nice though - if I had to drive an automatic, I'd consider a GT-R but I still like the sound of a V8.
This Nismo in my garage just sounds like a Nissan pickup truck up front and a hair dryer in the back… The GT-R sounds a lot better than the Nismo, but nothing like a Mustang.
This Nismo in my garage just sounds like a Nissan pickup truck up front and a hair dryer in the back… The GT-R sounds a lot better than the Nismo, but nothing like a Mustang.
About the Nismo I'm guessing it's more open than the stock 370's exhaust.. the stock 350 and 370's sound really good but sound like CRAP with open exhausts. Very raspy and not pleasant
06-05-2012, 03:53 PM
#35
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I got the auto because I was told by lots of different sites and the dealer that the manuals can't hold as much power stock, plus are having some slight issues 
The auto is far more fun than i expected it to be though!
What did the cherrybombs sound like on your GT?
The auto is far more fun than i expected it to be though!What did the cherrybombs sound like on your GT?
06-05-2012, 03:58 PM
#36
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You couldn't hear yourself think while driving...and anytime you stop, all you smell are exhaust fumes. I felt like I was going to pass out lol
edit: the exhaust ended right before the rear axle, so sort of under my seat
Last edited by Jas5; 06-05-2012 at 04:01 PM.
06-07-2012, 12:45 AM
#37
Ditto on the manuals... I just don't understand why you would want a performance car to come in automatic. I do 95% city driving, too. Why oh why didn't Nissan have a standard 6 speed manual option for the GT-R!!
About the Nismo I'm guessing it's more open than the stock 370's exhaust.. the stock 350 and 370's sound really good but sound like CRAP with open exhausts. Very raspy and not pleasant
About the Nismo I'm guessing it's more open than the stock 370's exhaust.. the stock 350 and 370's sound really good but sound like CRAP with open exhausts. Very raspy and not pleasant
Even the GT-R doesn't really sound that great to me.
06-07-2012, 12:52 AM
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Skip to 1:00....sounds very exotic. Lovin it
06-07-2012, 01:18 PM
#39
I really wish someone would develop a safe lopey idle for the GT500. If so I think I'd just end up leaving my car on all the time and sleep in the garage (door open so I don't die from exhaust of course haha).
EDIT: The Boss 302 w/ track key has a lopey idle that I like. Not too lopey but just enough.
Last edited by angryBits; 06-07-2012 at 01:28 PM.
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