Karmann

This. But judging by the pictures, it looks solid. Theexbrit did say however that he needed to tweak the "wings" on his, so I'm not sure if you'd have to do the same to this one. The sides look solid and might not respond well...

Despite living by Huntington Beach, CA, I'd still trade it for that beach in a heartbeat.

Well as long as there's a manual option, I'll be happy. There's been rumors floating around for a while that Nissan would do something like this, and I don't think the design is as blatantly retro as Mustang, Camaro etc. My thinking is, if we all went retro with car designs, then we'd still be stuck with the Model T. But this has enough new and somewhat curvy touches to keep it interesting. Would I like more curves? Yes, curves are always better (ask Beyonce ) but for what it is, this is solid.

Just to have the (IIRC) correct info out there: the interior (dash, wheel, etc) of the pathy was redesigned along with the facelift in 1999.5. The center consoles are the same from 1999.5 to 2004. The only differences being on options like auto/manual, 4x2/4x4, heated seats etc. That said however, if you don't like it, I think a flat piece of aluminum would be a good place to start, and you could build it so it surrounds the shifter, and then "steps up" into a cupholder and then armrest. Kinda like this: http://www.4wd.com/Jeep-Interior-Parts-Accessories/Subwoofer-Security-Console.aspx?t_c=9&t_s=411&t_pt=8379&t_pn=TFY066-03 You may be able to take some measurements and retrofit it in, or copy the design. Just some ideas

I really like the Nissan IDx Concept, seems to have a really nice link to the 510, and hopefully will make it to production and give the BRZ/FR-S a run for their money. Here's the MotorTrend article http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/1311_nissan_idx_concept_2013_tokyo_motor_show/ Finally a simple interior! I really hope it makes it to production.

See Here http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/36787-bumpers/ And For the install http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/36130-went-to-big-bear-on-saturday-for-a-little-r-r-rough-rugged/page-2

Show me the carfax

You think Mercedes parts are expen$ive now.... just wait for the Zompocalypse

I've used the aerosol duplicolor bed armor on my half rack and skidplates: not very durable or rough, but cheap-ish.

Supposedly the air is cleaner, and they act as a ram-air so possibly a small increase in mileage from the extra air.

Ah yes the great frozen North, king of chemical destruction hahaha Well I guess I should revise my statement: depending on where you live, it can be a vary easy job.

I guess if you were converting from a powered one to a fixed mast? I have no idea. Either way, OP, judging from what you said, it should be easy-peasy: just screw off the old one, and screw the new one on.

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Jeez guys, all I did was unscrew the thing. Replaced with a "euro style" one and called it a day. Didn't have to break anything.

Good to hear you were ok, out of curiousity, what are some of your initial impressions about the facelifted model vs. early?

Please don't.

Yeah he's a fan. And that's a sad loss of 80s design, though I'd never drive it, my dad bought an audi 5000 brand new and the glovebox door handle came off in a month. It was steeply down hill from there.

I believe a buddy of mine actually has a cabin up in your neck of the woods, and out of curiousity, what's that little white car?

Same as above, though the truck doesn't matter so much as were you ok?

Way cool, wish I could get into some of those myself. Despite being a 'jdm culture' area, actual shows are few and far between in SoCal...

I have an SNES, and used to mess with Mario Kart for hours. Wish I had that friggen red turtle in real life....

I've never really had the need to go much lower, 20 makes a dramatic difference, and to be honest the possible difference in ground clearance would hurt in some situations. Plus a blown bead would really bite

Karmann

Sounds pretty average on my 02. Are your shifts between 1st and 2nd somewhat harsh too? Because that's well documented, but completely normal.

SICK car! Wish they were in the States so badly. Just out of curiosity, what kind of shows would you have taken it to?