Customization and personalization are alive and well in the import market.
If you think a vehicle should be older to be modified, think again. You can make money manufacturing, selling, and installing parts designed for late-model muscle cars, such as the new Nissan Z-car. The beautifully styled fifth-generation Nissan Z (2003-06 Nissan 350Z) has emerged as a star player in the import-car tuning scene in the U.S. and the rest of the world. Of course, in Japan, the Z-car is a Japanese domestic model (JDM).SHUBIN'S "EYE-CANDY" MACHINE
Shubin had always liked the 350Z's lines, and after confirming he could build it in any way, shape, or form, sans interference, he set out with a plan, starting with a color rendering and lots of phone calls and meetings with his friends in the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) community. By day, Shubin is the sales manager at MagnaFlow Performance Exhaust. When away from the office, he builds show-winning vehicles displayed at major trade shows and events, like The SEMA Show and Hot Import Nights. A busy man, Shubin also finds time to organize the popular California car club Kontradictions. When does he sleep?Just as with the rest of the car, Shubin cut no corners with in-car electronics (ICE), which uses a Swiss Audio system with in-dash DVD and TV, digital surround processor, Center Channel amplifiers and speakers (including 6.5-in. front and rear with 10-in. subwoofers), Mono Class D sub amp, and more. Crank it up! Scosche supplied the complete car wiring and installation components.
BOTTOM LINE: Turning the key and hearing the engine roar to life is the first indication this modified Nissan 350Z is no poseur. It more than delivers on the promise of its stellar looks. Thanks to all the careful planning and product selections, this Red Rocket is a real sports car with serious performance.
SOURCES
APR Performance (aerodynamics kits, front wind splitters, front air dams, etc.)
Auto Air Colors (custom paint and graphics)
Baer Brake Systems (brake system; calipers, rotors)
Dazz Motorsports [Racing Hart] (wheels)
DG Motorsports (gauge covers)
Do-Luck USA (body kits, wheels)
Kinetix Racing (suspension, intake manifolds)
MagnaFlow Performance Exhaust (exhaust systems, performance mufflers)
NRG Innovations (flared rings)
Paint n Place (custom paint)
Scosche (electronics)
Seibon (carbon fiber hoods, spoilers, fenders, etc.)
SPC Performance (racing/performance tools, arm components, etc.)
Stitchcraft Interiors (custom interior design)
Sube Sports [COBRA] (racing accessories)
Swiss Audio (audio systems)
Toyo Tires (tires)
Vogtland (sport suspension kits, shock absorbers)