Project Z Week 7 : Interior concepts

[Kevin Lee]

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This week is a pretty busy week. Super GT weekend starts soon and everyone is going to be busy preparing for the event. So there wouldn't be much updates for the project, as I have to discuss with my sponsors on what needed to do. But then again, I've dreamed up some great concepts. Check out the photo up above. It came from a 1970's Datsun Z432. What is a Datsun Z432 you say? It's basically an old Datsun 240Z that has been legally meshed up with a Datsun Skyline KPGC10 S20 160 horsepower engine. This Fairlady has the ultimate engine in it was the Z432 is built up in limited pieces and they are worth a handsome some, going about more than 100K+ US Dollars. Check the link below as well

Factory Two-Cammer: 1970 Datsun Fairlady Z432 For Sale

So basically, it is nothing new for someone to put a Skyline engine in a Fairlady in the first place. It has been done over 40 years ago and to make a modern iteration of it, being a Z31 with an RB engine, we definitely have a potential winner here, but I doubt it will outshine the original Z432.

Right now I'm trying to copy the details and interior concept of the original Z432 and implement it i the Z31. I must admit, I have the likings for the ribbed black seats with the wooden steering wheel. As far as the looks go, we do have a similar looking Nardi steering wheel. I'm asking for relevant parties to donate the SSCUS Euros, so I would have a ready made black ribbed seats for the Z31 concept. Here's a picture of a pair of SSCUS Euro. They retail about RM1200 a pair, so let's hope someone is generous to donate it.

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With the pair of seats as above, I'd like to re-trim the rear seats to actually look the same as the one's in front. I would love to re-trim all the seats, including the front to be made of leather. If you know any parties willing to sponsor us for free re-trimming, don't hesitate to contact me on PM, I will gladly visit their shop and do a full cover up of the leather seat re-trimming process.

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I was contemplating dark black ribbed interiors with red striping

OR

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Red Interior

OR

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Beige Interior.

All of these photos come from the Ferrari Dino 308 GTS. It does give a very contemporary feel to it and a hommage to the original Fairlady series. I guess those were the retro 60's design. Of course, the new Ferrari's do incorporate the same old ribbed seats design. It's pretty evident in the Ferrari F430 interior.

https://www.zerotohundred.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/ferrari-f430-interior.jpg

It's coming back with the new 2012 VW Beetle Turbo interior as well. I guess fashion always gets to be in and out all the time and ribbed seats are the next "it" thing.

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So guys, it's time to vote, let me know what does your heart desire. If you have other ideas, please let me know.

 

[Shazerone]

SSCUS Euro

 

[Josh_Takumi_86]

btw, i got friend want to sell his sscus euro pair...

 

[jimmyae101]

seat and safety belt u also wan complaint...did u wear all time?for me,i never wear safety belt...only wear when saw police around...then open back...and speeding...

 

[Ahmad Afif]

seat and safety belt u also wan complaint...did u wear all time?for me,i never wear safety belt...only wear when saw police around...then open back...and speeding...

whoah so taikor u bro....hohohoho

 

[spikyz]

seat and safety belt u also wan complaint...did u wear all time?for me,i never wear safety belt...only wear when saw police around...then open back...and speeding...

better dont get so cocky, =) u might be lucky in d past, but we never know what will happen in future. stay safe bro. cheers

 

[farique]

black on black please..

with other options, its pretty much comes with cons rather than pros.

First off, having lighter shade for the seats and the interiors would make a minute dirty spot (like a drop of a drinks, etc) becomes so apparent or in other word, noticeable. Getting rid of the dirty spots arent of a problem but, it'll become a hectic job to do.

Next, the carpets. Take a look at the Dino with the red interior, see how messy the carpet is? Dirt, pebbles, or even small leaves could be 'transported' into the car. Again, its a hectic job to ensure its clean or at least there's nothing too apparent to the eye everytime you step into the car.


ouh..ouh, I like black with red stitching. Tho its common but, it looks good.


oh btw, are you gonna re-trim the dash as well? Id suggest alacantara.. if the budget permits.

 

[LittleWhiteWagon]

black on black please..

with other options, its pretty much comes with cons rather than pros.

First off, having lighter shade for the seats and the interiors would make a minute dirty spot (like a drop of a drinks, etc) becomes so apparent or in other word, noticeable. Getting rid of the dirty spots arent of a problem but, it'll become a hectic job to do.

Next, the carpets. Take a look at the Dino with the red interior, see how messy the carpet is? Dirt, pebbles, or even small leaves could be 'transported' into the car. Again, its a hectic job to ensure its clean or at least there's nothing too apparent to the eye everytime you step into the car.


ouh..ouh, I like black with red stitching. Tho its common but, it looks good.


oh btw, are you gonna re-trim the dash as well? Id suggest alacantara.. if the budget permits.

Haha dude Kev clearly stated a RED seat BLACK interior combo. I dont think it'll pick up too much dirt that way .

Boring lah seeing every sporty car black and red interior... its so mainstream.

 

[ShinAsakura]

Why not beige? It looks good and retro.

http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/7873/img2935r.jpg
Not my pic.

 

[^pomen_GTR^]

that sscus euro definately a good choice...


black with red ribs was good enough....