Automatic better than Manual?! 2023 Nissan Z Manual Review and Buying Guide

[@Hschlick84]

I still haven't seen a Nissan Z in person yet.

[@badboy-gn8fu]

the Z is a perfect cruiser. im a touring type of guy and i don't race or go to track but i love cruising and this Z is perfect for that.

[@KirkKreifels]

Yes! It feels in some ways the more affordable Japanese GT under the Lexus LC

[@jonesa9214]

I haven't seen any of these on the road.

[@is4life862]

Because their ugly IMO.....

[@2seep]

I’ve seen 1, and that was just 3 weeks ago. They are so rare.

[@hailstorm1986]

I saw a white one in Sacramento California a week ago.😇

[@HailCaesar-lm4bq]

None !!

[@faheemabbas3965]

Thanks, dealer markups. And the fact that the Supra exists. This thing is kinda overpriced even at MSRP. Why have grand-touring-like handling when the Supra exists?

[@lanceareadbhar]

I miss the days when you could get a manual for cheaper than an automatic.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

*Nissan Versa Enters The Chat*

[@laurenzdeganos9875]

My fav color of the Z. Such a striking design and interior. Awesome video on my birthday

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I like the Z because it’s a true Nissan and not a European sports car in clothing. The Supra is just a BMW.

[@Soravia]

Yes, get manual and replace the tiny mid pipes. OE muffler isn't as much issue as mid pipes restrictions

[@bryanrojas2907]

Ayeee I have a 350z down the road from you and I saw the 400z at your house was waiting on this video😁

[@GT-RTData9]

Was watching some some car reviews from 15 years ago and the cars sounded so raw and real back then compared to now.

[@gambj]

I think there might be something up with your test unit's transmission. The one i drove felt great, no issue in 5th at all. Or starting from a stop.

[@markcoopers1930]

Early reviews noted bad gear grinding issues in early gears, 1-2 and 2-3

[@maverick2242]

Sarah n Tuned also says exact opposite to a Kirk, Z Manual better than the Supra, whole car more visceral. Again opposite where Supra AT better than Z Auto. interesting. maybe because Kirk drives on the streets.

[@SvenQ45]

@@maverick2242 Well everyone has different tastes. Sometimes a review can´t really help some because they do feel different than other people. Best thing is always to test something yourself if it fits you or not.

[@Soravia]

If manual transmission is not smooth, replace the factory fluid with a different better fluid. Motorcraft XT-M5-QS is one. GM sells their Synchromesh fluids for corvettes and Camaros, too.

[@aye3678]

Another awesome car we won't be getting in the UK... Such a shame :(

[@TheSkyline5467]

I love the interior of this car.

[@KirkKreifels]

Me too!

[@ciello___8307]

in some parts it feels a bit too 370z ish for me, but they did a good job updating the tech inside

[@Goham7]

Makes me miss my 2007 350z it was a great car. I too would love the yellow in a stick shift for a second car. Looks like a winning refresh 🏆 by Nissan Japan

[@fortheloveofnoise]

I like that maroon color....sounds weird, but would want it with the blue interior. 😂

[@Asiansxsymbol]

Buy a Nismo next year.

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Awesome

[@crazyone1067]

It's great they did hard plastic for the hood over the gauges. Anytime it's soft plastic it cracks after time.

[@reggieparkhurst563]

I had to have the manual. What’s a sports car without shifting? My Z is the Performance version in Gun Metallic without the two tone paint which I prefer. Also my dealer sold the car at MSRP

[@deedgrabber]

Wow, nice find. Can't find anything at MSRP

[@labornurse]

Maybe they are scarce because of the huge market adjustments the Nissan dealers are adding...

[@faheemabbas3965]

And that Nissan is too broke to make it competitive with the Supra. Going GT with this car wasn’t a good idea imo. Though I swear, Nissan being broke is the reason why they’re milking the R35 so much. They can’t afford to make the R36 great…. if not at all.

[@bigd90909]

Kirk going 85mph and still getting passed by a CX5 sums up Florida drivers perfectly

[@billseiler4952]

Correction….dude wasn’t taking a picture of the Z …..it was you ….you da man !!!

[@91_C4_FL]

I’ve seen two in person. Although, the 2nd one I saw had a wrap and the 1st was yellow. So it may have been the same car.

[@White.Halo.]

5:35 I have a manual performance package and I don’t have a notch by my 5/6 gears, I’m wondering if it’s just that particular car.

[@deedgrabber]

Been trying to buy one for 6 months but can't pay 7500-25000 market adjustment...wish they could crank out more of them.

[@6Slick6Rick6]

So I saw the option to control it with your phone (lock it and unlock it and even remote start it) but how can you remote start a manual transmission car?

[@Asiansxsymbol]

Manual is ALWAYS better than auto in fun and sportiness, even if not as quick. 🤟

[@Toddramsey-i5n]

Yea but that fun wears off quickly unless its a 3rd vehicle

[@Mattrz34]

not as ur only car

[@manicoasis4200]

@@Mattrz34 Yes, all your cars should be manual

[@skybluemarshall]

"Should I get the manual or the automatic Z?" I've never driven one, but I'm thinking, the answer is "Yes!!!" 😄

[@seikocitizenwatches]

How many new 2023 Nissan Zs have been bought? I haven’t seen any of the new Zs yet?

[@deedgrabber]

They are sellimg all they can make. ..not sure how many

[@ninjapants7688]

I bought one as a daily driver, because the McLaren keeps getting shit thrown at it/scratched by assholes. Went with Seiran blue and auto for fuel saving, but honestly the paddle shift is really fun.

[@ladyliss]

Manual whenever possible

[@bryantcurtis2573]

Love this car. Considering the new S650 Mustang is out at dealers soon even more competition

[@SKChow-jg2zt]

I would love to make it looks like the "Devil Z"! 😍🤣😍🤣 It's a joy to learn that it has a child seat anchor! Just wondering did the older 370Z has one also? It could be a selling point to dads out there who wants something like this to daily drive while need to picking up a kid on the way home. (It won't work with a 2+ children family however. 😅😅)

[@hailstorm1986]

I saw a white one of these in Sacramento California.😇

[@Wiggy321]

I have a question....you mentioned rev hang, have you tried turning off the rev matching feature, then drive the car to see if the rev match feature is causing the rev hang?

[@clay3544]

I'd get the manual. Then again I'm biased since my 370 is. Maybe if you are tracking it and you are looking to get the fastest lap times. But even then I'd think getting the best possible lap time using a manual would be more satisfying IMO

[@realcreamofwheat7728]

I was fortunate to test drive the proto spex Z. Can confirm the manual will be better than that glitchy transmission.

[@alengreen589]

how is the Z selling in the USA ?

[@fortheloveofnoise]

You should get a manual no matter what vehicle you are buying.

[@faheemabbas3965]

fight the EV-matics.

[@Asiansxsymbol]

Even in a work truck or minivan? 🤣🤦

[@ericB3444]

This car should come with cooled seats, a cooled wheel and a full sized cooler for YOUS steak. The lounge should have an oven.

[@andrewgeddes3375]

I dont own the current model Z but im constantly irritated by the constant moaning about both clutch and manual transmission theoretical issues.For perspective i own a 2018 nismo manual,prior a 350 and 300.I can only assume people who have issues with their competemce driving a stick.

[@Bum_Hip]

Kirk, how tall are you? I’m 6’4” and fit well in a Mustang. You look tall on camera, so hoping to use your experience as a reference.

[@islanddon865]

Automatic. This isn't a cutting edge roadster. The vast majority will see a ride down Hollywood Blvd before they ever see a lap around any track. But I really think this is a great car for casual daily workloads, as well as an occasional hot run down in Julian, CA for some apple pie and non-stop ess turns. I believe the 50+ "white top" crowd will be snatching up these beauties, without too much damage to their Retirement Fund. Very nice car.

[@BADMAN-SJ]

It’s a cheaply built to replace the q60 but still cost more for some reason automatic vs automatic with AWD CarPlay extra seats leather etc

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@lbbncand not everyone seems to want that. People are going for Supra instead. Which honestly is a shame

[@BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

Stick only , wish it was buttery smooth like the MX5

[@didickcheeseburger]

ive still never seen a new z in real life yet. im guessing the greedy dealer markups arent working as well as they hoped.

[@Thrilla604]

Try canada, Nissan canada took preorder deposits in january of 2022, it is now july 30th 2023 and still havent got 1 update from either the dealership or nissan canada. this car is non-existent here

[@vlmoua]

No power seats in a 50k car?

[@philjackett-simpson5149]

The automatics r so good these days it ain't necessary for manual in a sports car anymore. Back in the eighties, the Porsche 928 would be 2 second slower to 100kmh due to the sluggish autos compared to manuals.

[@User2djdb]

rav hang can be a deal breaker, my WRX rav hang ruined my experience a quite a bit.

[@lanceareadbhar]

Manual if you know how to drive one or are willing to learn. Driving a manual is so much more fun than driving an automatic.

[@Lifewithibby97]

Just left a deposit on mine! They’ve dropped a lot in price I got mine 2023 performance auto for $51,000 cad

[@93ksj]

The buying guide: don’t get robbed my markups

[@HailCaesar-lm4bq]

Is it noisy inside like they always have been ?

[@markcoopers1930]

A bad manual doesn't add anything, and thats a lot of money for a bad manual. Its why the new M2 is getting rec'd to get in auto instead of the rubbery lifeless BMW manual that they're known for. With any luck Nissan tweaks the feel to be better in line with the Supra, or even GM's manual in the Camaro. Although they'd have to sell some to get that sort of customer feedback. And Nissan is famous for following up and updating their models...

[@nullravager]

198K Kirk c'mon you can do it

[@nissanzenkiboy]

Manual transmission hands down only real drivers can drive M/T

[@2seep]

Manual is so easy to drive, I don’t know why people act why it’s impossible and if you can your better then those who can’t. The only reason to choose manual is because it’s much more fun.

[@markcoopers1930]

Don't you have a TRD Camry, V6? That's auto only.

[@nissanzenkiboy]

@@markcoopers1930 you remember yes unfortunately I do as of now but this is my first automatic. I wish it was m/t so bad tho. If there was a m/t I would of gone with that. All my last cars where M/T

[@nissanzenkiboy]

@@2seep 100% Agree

[@fortheloveofnoise]

To be honest, for 50k I am getting a new Camaro 1SS convertible 6.2L V8 with manual transmission....but I am poor so I will stick to my 1998 Nissan Sentra with manual transmission. 😂 I did paint it Kubota orange to feel more fun. 😅

[@Live.drones]

Automatics aren’t respectable unless you’re under 35.

[@FeLiX13sLaVe]

Buying guide? Who can buy these? Lmao

[@Hschlick84]

Rich people.