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This is not another 350Z vs. RX8 thread. I was just intriuged when a stumbled across a picture of the concet version of the 350Z. I am not a big fan of the current styling, but I think it is alright. The concept seems to be more raked back and sleaker. The production model lost the edge the concept car had. I even like the grill better, though some may think it looks a little too much like it has an orange in its mouth. I'll post the pictures and let you decide.
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Isn't that the way of the (auto) world.
I agree with you, I liked the concept better on the 350Z than the production model (overall I still perfer the styling of the G35 coupe better) but take a look at the concept Chrysler Crossfire and compare it to the production images --- IMHO I again would choose the concept over it's production model!
Of course, the only exception is (our beloved) RX-8!
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I much prefere the final production version (but I really do miss the side lights on the side mirrors) to the RX-8 concept show car - but again (I might be the only one here) IMHO the RX-Evolve "looked" better - with the front end and the rear wrap-around window which had more of a fastback angle that I really loved!
Still all in all, I can't wait for the RX-8 to arrive!
I agree with you, I liked the concept better on the 350Z than the production model (overall I still perfer the styling of the G35 coupe better) but take a look at the concept Chrysler Crossfire and compare it to the production images --- IMHO I again would choose the concept over it's production model!
Of course, the only exception is (our beloved) RX-8!
:D
I much prefere the final production version (but I really do miss the side lights on the side mirrors) to the RX-8 concept show car - but again (I might be the only one here) IMHO the RX-Evolve "looked" better - with the front end and the rear wrap-around window which had more of a fastback angle that I really loved!
Still all in all, I can't wait for the RX-8 to arrive!
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The production version of the RX8 is the best looking one IMHO. It is more aggressive and muscular looking. The evolve was a little to bubbly for me.
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Originally posted by cueball1029
The production version of the RX8 is the best looking one IMHO. It is more aggressive and muscular looking. The evolve was a little to bubbly for me.
The production version of the RX8 is the best looking one IMHO. It is more aggressive and muscular looking. The evolve was a little to bubbly for me.
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actually, i loved the Red preproduction (was it the Concept RX-8??) with the side marker (and sleeker) mirrors, with teh louvers in the hood... *sigh of euphoria*
but overall, other than those exceptions, there is nothing on the exterior that changed in a way i didn't like... the lastest incarnation is smooth, muscular, and in-yo-face... i love it.
but overall, other than those exceptions, there is nothing on the exterior that changed in a way i didn't like... the lastest incarnation is smooth, muscular, and in-yo-face... i love it.
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Originally posted by wakeech
... louvers in the hood... *sigh of euphoria*
... louvers in the hood... *sigh of euphoria*
Maybe they will come back as a Mazdaspeed or aftermarket item ...
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Originally posted by wakeech
actually, i loved the Red preproduction (was it the Concept RX-8??) with the side marker (and sleeker) mirrors, with teh louvers in the hood... *sigh of euphoria*
but overall, other than those exceptions, there is nothing on the exterior that changed in a way i didn't like... the lastest incarnation is smooth, muscular, and in-yo-face... i love it.
actually, i loved the Red preproduction (was it the Concept RX-8??) with the side marker (and sleeker) mirrors, with teh louvers in the hood... *sigh of euphoria*
but overall, other than those exceptions, there is nothing on the exterior that changed in a way i didn't like... the lastest incarnation is smooth, muscular, and in-yo-face... i love it.
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Oh yeah, I forgot about those! I do miss them too.
Maybe they will come back as a Mazdaspeed or aftermarket item ...
Oh yeah, I forgot about those! I do miss them too.
Maybe they will come back as a Mazdaspeed or aftermarket item ...
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