SEMA 2009 Preview: Zele Performance Up for 'Rookie of the Year' with Tuned Nissans
Earlier this year we brought you the scoop on Zele International's Nissan R35 GT-R: "Complete Edition" that was set to debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon in early 2009. Apparently the reception was a warm one, because Zele is flying its mascot to SEMA 2009. The company started as a Skyline dealership but is quickly making a name for itself as a high-end one-stop tuning shop for anything Nissan. Pele has accomplshed this by building 8 exclusive Nissan R35 GT-R models called the "Complete Edition." They will be displaying this Carbon Fiber-clad warrior at the ENEOS performance motor oil booth and, trust me, this car will stand out.
Instead of bolting in turbos and bragging about their latest dyno pull, Zele Performance went about modifying the GTR using the Goldilocks theory; not too hot, not too cold....... Although its parts list is longer than the P800 from Switzer, only 3 of those parts influence the horsepower. A Zele ECU and titanium turbo-back exhaust bring power up to 550 hp and the Bilstein suspension (which they perfected at the Ebisu, Tsukuba and Fuji Speedway racetracks) adds another dimension. The list of carbon fiber parts is long but here are the highlights: hood, roof, wing and rear diffuser. This shop is playing for keeps.
Zele Performance brake pads were installed for even more stopping power and a pair of Recaro seats were wrapped in Alcantara and bolted in. The deep-orange paint makes the car stand out, contrasting with the black Carbon Fiber perfectly. 20" black satin Rays Volk Racing wheels round out the look. It reminds me of a Superleggera, only better. Zele has built a stunning car, without clouding its identity.
This car is simply called "Complete Edition", and for good reason: 550 horsepower; 0-60 in under 4 seconds; and track-proven suspension. I don't know about the $200,000 price-tag, but we will take a closer look at SEMA 2009 before we make any calls.
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Apparently United Airlines is giving 2 for 1 deals because Zele Performance is also bringing its stunning and sleak 370Z "Complete Edition." It gets the same CF-treatment, with the black carbon fiber roof and rear-spoiler jumping out of the orange skin. The bumpers are Zele creations, and fit the car really well. For a daily driver you want something that visually fits the car, accentuating the stock design, and Zele has done just that.
The Nissan 370Z also gets a Zele ECU for a moderate power boost, a titanium exhaust, and a height-adjustable suspension. The brakes and seats are also carried over from the GTR. This Z may not have twin-turbos or 3-foot rims, but all the little pieces add up to a striking car that is no doubt just as exciting to drive as it looks.
I am very impressed with how Zele International designs their body kit and trim pieces. Too often it looks like someone designed a side skirt while hiding in a cave in the Mojave desert, without even seeing the car the piece would be attached to. Zele appears to understand what it means to design a car, not just the part. Both cars will stand out at SEMA, and hopefully continue to draw praise. We'll have more SEMA cars for you soon, and keep your eyes here for what other great things Zele undoubtedly has in store for us.
Source: ZELE Performance
