RCZ's 370Z Journal.

RCZ · 10-05-2011, 07:09 PM

I've beet to active many times and met everyone there...It's like 20 mins away from me. I've seen their cars/race cars and its all pretty impressive, but its SO expensive.

I am going with the DCT. I would like to live with the dual clutch at least once in my life. I think I'm going to love it. I love driving simulators with paddles.

As far as new things, there are a few things, but nothing CRAZY. The packages are completely different than from what they currently have on the BMW website. Now there are less packages that include a lot more options...its pretty nice, granted a little pricey.

Its a car you can track and then drive to the grocery store on your way home, which is exactly what I want. So it doesn't go as fast...I can live with that since there are many other things about it that I like. Its a daily driver and it will be way more livable and practical than the Z.

Phelan there's a N/A M3 out there running 11.9! So it can be made quick without going overboard! I'm definitely gonna keep it relatively stock except for maybe exhaust and little quick bolt on things. Maybe wheels!

Also...I'm doing european delivery...gonna drive it through all those passes in the alps and into Italy...maybe to the 'ring, etc. Its an awesome program and takes 4200 off the price of the car...plus I need a vacation!

wstar · 10-05-2011, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

I'm definitely gonna keep it relatively stock except for maybe exhaust and little quick bolt on things. Maybe wheels!

I've heard that before a few times, at least once from myself. Get back to us a year later and let us know how "relatively stock" it still is

MightyBobo · 10-06-2011, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Phelan there's a N/A M3 out there running 11.9! So it can be made quick without going overboard! I'm definitely gonna keep it relatively stock except for maybe exhaust and little quick bolt on things. Maybe wheels!

Also...I'm doing european delivery...gonna drive it through all those passes in the alps and into Italy...maybe to the 'ring, etc. Its an awesome program and takes 4200 off the price of the car...plus I need a vacation!

Im pretty sure an exhaust on an M3 is required - they sound AMAZING.

And the delivery option sounds awesome dude - $4200? That sounds crazy. How much to ship it back to the states when you're done, or is that part of the package also? And why is it so much cheaper to take European delivery?

semtex · 10-06-2011, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

Im pretty sure an exhaust on an M3 is required - they sound AMAZING.

And the delivery option sounds awesome dude - $4200? That sounds crazy. How much to ship it back to the states when you're done, or is that part of the package also? And why is it so much cheaper to take European delivery?

Wow. Looks like European Delivery includes shipment back to the States.

European Delivery - Overview - BMW North America

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European Delivery price includes:

•14 days of free, road insurance

•Tourist registration

•Factory preparation

•European inland transportation from the drop-off point to the nearest port

•Marine insurance

•Customs duty and clearance

•U.S. port processing and accessory installation

•Wharf and handling fees

RCZ · 10-06-2011, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by NewYorkJon34

First Jnaut, then RCZ, so many people have been selling their Z's lately that it's getting kind is sad

Jnaut, great choice on the cts-v, and in manual kudos

RCZ, don't you think you'll be bored driving an auto M3? You've had an STI and 370Z (both manual) why stop now?

Nah, I don't think so. I think im going to pat myself in the back when I'm in miami traffic and i can throw it into full automatic.

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Originally Posted by wstar

DCTs have a lot going for them. Even our Z's true automatic 7AT is a snappy performer on the track. Perfect blips and downshifts every time without even thinking about, which still leaves lots of other things to focus on. The DCT-type transmissions are in a whole other league though. If I ever ditch my Z, it will most likely be for a DCT car of some kind.

Yeah, a whole other league is right, they are so much faster and more responsive.

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Originally Posted by semtex

I think I'm doing things backwards from you, RCZ. I went from my Z to an STi.

Make sure you keep us updated on your trip to pick up your M3. Sounds like a blast! Oh and this 'I'm only doing minor mods' thing? We're well past April Fool's Day buddy! Next you'll be trying to sell us the Brooklyn Bridge!

Yeah haha, I loved my STIs! You made a good choice although I have not even sat in one of the new ones. If it's anything like my 06 then it must be a blast. Now that's a fun car to mod! Simple bolt ons and a tune and youre at 330whp/340wtq.

I think I'm going to be good about this one Ben, It is a much much bigger monthly payment than what I have now and the new M3 is coming out in 2013 as a 2014 model so I will keep my car relatively stock and easy to sell. If the rumors are true, its getting a triturbo V6 and less weight! The first turbo is electronic...kinda like an SC for the super low end response.

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Ah, Raul! One of the first people to start modding their Zs... ah I remember the days of JWTs placed carefully on the backdrop of beautiful floral bedding... to be young again!

Good luck with your sale and the new ride, man.

Thanks a lot, man. Yeah, those were happier times when I didn't hate my transmission. Crazy how long we've all be chatting almost on a daily basis.

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

Im pretty sure an exhaust on an M3 is required - they sound AMAZING.

And the delivery option sounds awesome dude - $4200? That sounds crazy. How much to ship it back to the states when you're done, or is that part of the package also? And why is it so much cheaper to take European delivery?

Agreed, there are sooo many options I'm going to have a really hard time deciding...I was looking at prices too and nothing is less than $2000

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RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1120	I've beet to active many times and met everyone there...It's like 20 mins away from me. I've seen their cars/race cars and its all pretty impressive, but its SO expensive. I am going with the DCT. I would like to live with the dual clutch at least once in my life. I think I'm going to love it. I love driving simulators with paddles. As far as new things, there are a few things, but nothing CRAZY. The packages are completely different than from what they currently have on the BMW website. Now there are less packages that include a lot more options...its pretty nice, granted a little pricey. Its a car you can track and then drive to the grocery store on your way home, which is exactly what I want. So it doesn't go as fast...I can live with that since there are many other things about it that I like. Its a daily driver and it will be way more livable and practical than the Z. Phelan there's a N/A M3 out there running 11.9! So it can be made quick without going overboard! I'm definitely gonna keep it relatively stock except for maybe exhaust and little quick bolt on things. Maybe wheels! Also...I'm doing european delivery...gonna drive it through all those passes in the alps and into Italy...maybe to the 'ring, etc. Its an awesome program and takes 4200 off the price of the car...plus I need a vacation!