A soon to be 370z owner

Mayday981 · 01-15-2010, 11:42 AM

Hi everybody! I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm actually 28, never really driven a sports car. I've been driving the Toyota Camry all my life due to budget reasons. Now that I have a decent job, paid off this Camry, I feel like treating myself a bit. From all the reviews, videos, and forum posts on this site, I feel the 370Z would be a great first choice for a coupe for me.

I admit though, I am not really a expert on cars. I do want to be able to know what I'm doing such as maintenance, repairs, how the car works, etc. So, do you guys have any suggestions for what ways or sites I can visit to build up that knowledge?

frost · 01-15-2010, 11:48 AM

Welcome, there are many do-it-yourself articles for people right here on this site:

DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself) - Nissan 370Z Forum

Hope that helps.

Mayday981 · 01-15-2010, 11:54 AM

Thanks Frost! I definitely need to read that. In adidtion, I'm going to be looking at some books on AMazon.com about cars, etc.

theDreamer · 01-15-2010, 12:25 PM

One thing I can suggest is having a friend/co-worker who knows about cars and is willing to help you do basic maintenance. That is what I have done, I have a co-worker who enjoys working on cars and has helped with oil changes & upgrades with my car. While many times he is the one turning the wrench I am quickly learning what he is doing and building confidence.

Trips · 01-15-2010, 12:35 PM

Welcome to the Board!
There is plenty of info to do the basic mainenance or upgrades, and if your not to comfy? you do have the dealer, just hang on to your wallet...

KillerBee370 · 01-15-2010, 05:38 PM

Welcome from another So Cal member!

01-15-2010, 11:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mayday981 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: South Pasadena Posts: 5 Drives: 05 Toyota Camry LE Rep Power: 15	A soon to be 370z owner Hi everybody! I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm actually 28, never really driven a sports car. I've been driving the Toyota Camry all my life due to budget reasons. Now that I have a decent job, paid off this Camry, I feel like treating myself a bit. From all the reviews, videos, and forum posts on this site, I feel the 370Z would be a great first choice for a coupe for me. I admit though, I am not really a expert on cars. I do want to be able to know what I'm doing such as maintenance, repairs, how the car works, etc. So, do you guys have any suggestions for what ways or sites I can visit to build up that knowledge?

01-15-2010, 11:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
Mayday981 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: South Pasadena Posts: 5 Drives: 05 Toyota Camry LE Rep Power: 15	Thanks Frost! I definitely need to read that. In adidtion, I'm going to be looking at some books on AMazon.com about cars, etc. Last edited by Mayday981; 01-15-2010 at 12:13 PM.

01-15-2010, 12:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	One thing I can suggest is having a friend/co-worker who knows about cars and is willing to help you do basic maintenance. That is what I have done, I have a co-worker who enjoys working on cars and has helped with oil changes & upgrades with my car. While many times he is the one turning the wrench I am quickly learning what he is doing and building confidence. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

01-15-2010, 12:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,728 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Welcome to the Board! There is plenty of info to do the basic mainenance or upgrades, and if your not to comfy? you do have the dealer, just hang on to your wallet... __________________

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01-15-2010, 11:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
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