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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