2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual Review; Lambo Update

Matt Farah reviews the much-anticipated manually-shifted 2027 Nissan Z Nismo; a preview of our thoughts on the new Aston Martin DB12S; a new Countach bill puts things in perspective; and we answer Patreon questions including:

• Nissan's recent comeback strategy
• Is my floor mat fetish strange?
• Does the Z Nismo replace the GT-R?
• Do you need to own a FWD car to truly experience it?
• Pre-flight checklist before getting into a new car
• How do we manage disappointment?
• Is a restomod Countach a good idea?
• A recent graduate wants advice
• First car: 2009 Civic Si or 2001 Prelude SH?
• Best non-automotive item in your car?
• Build a big engine out of small engines: go!
• 4-seat drop-top recommendation
• AMG E53 thoughts?
• Cars that are owned by nerds.
• Link the band to the car
• And more!

Recorded May 18, 2026

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