Jumping on the bandwagon

r0ckafella · 06-18-2012, 10:53 AM

Hi all

I've been lurking as guest for quite some time but I thought I'd join the fun hehe

There is a high chance that I'm gonna get a Z within the next few months but I'm slightly disappointed with the new '13 facelifts. I don't know about you guys but for me with the fangs gone and the new curly sports package rims somehow make the car look somewhat less aggresive compared to the '09. Maybe they'll grow on me eventually. Probably gonna get an aftermarket rims anyway but that's just my opinion

So, not trying to make my head big here. First of all, I don't know jack about cars but I've always wanted to get a sports car. I think I've found what I've been looking for. So, any advice for a Z newbie here?

red6spd · 06-18-2012, 11:02 AM

Welcome. You will learn alot by searching these forums. Why dont you get a 2012 if you dont like the new look? As for advice make sure you are ready for a car like this. Very limited space inside, not a bad weather car and a tad rough. I just hate when I see a new thread about someone who wants to get rid of their Z within two months of ownership because it cant handle all the grocery's LOL.

r0ckafella · 06-18-2012, 11:17 AM

Thanks. Yeah, I admit the amount of resource on Z cars in this forum is astounding! Hence, why I'm getting more inclined each day on getting the car myself as I'm sure I know where to look if I want to get help or something.

I don't mind the space as I have a hand-me-down nissan saloon car for everyday drive, commuting and, of course, groceries lol. So getting the Z is more for weekend drives and thrills.

KaienZ34 · 06-18-2012, 11:19 AM

The fangs are still there, they are just black and a bit thinner. I seen both the new colors up close at ZdayZ. You could just paint them the body color and still have fangs. I kind of like the new wheels and the LED's.

red6spd · 06-18-2012, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by r0ckafella

Thanks. Yeah, I admit the amount of resource on Z cars in this forum is astounding! Hence, why I'm getting more inclined each day on getting the car myself as I'm sure I know where to look if I want to get help or something.

I don't mind the space as I have a hand-me-down nissan saloon car for everyday drive, commuting and, of course, groceries lol. So getting the Z is more for weekend drives and thrills.

Thats good, having a second car is almost a must with these cars especially if you live somewhere that gets bad weather.

370ZilverZ · 06-18-2012, 01:01 PM

Welcome to the forum!

Magic Bus · 06-18-2012, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

The fangs are still there, they are just black and a bit thinner. I seen both the new colors up close at ZdayZ. You could just paint them the body color and still have fangs. I kind of like the new wheels and the LED's.

Thus a 2013 on order!

OP Enjoy the Z Journey!

KaienZ34 · 06-18-2012, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Magic Bus

Thus a 2013 on order!

OP Enjoy the Z Journey!

Sweat, what color did you go with?

r0ckafella · 06-18-2012, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red6spd

Welcome. You will learn alot by searching these forums. Why dont you get a 2012 if you dont like the new look? As for advice make sure you are ready for a car like this. Very limited space inside, not a bad weather car and a tad rough. I just hate when I see a new thread about someone who wants to get rid of their Z within two months of ownership because it cant handle all the grocery's LOL.

How bad is it when driving in the heavy rain?

KaienZ34 · 06-18-2012, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by r0ckafella

How bad is it when driving in the heavy rain?

It's about the same is any other rear wheel drive car, but not as bad as a truck.

NissanGuy23 · 06-18-2012, 08:36 PM

IMO, this car is 100% daily drivable. The Z is known to be a stable car, so I've found its great in the rain - only issue is spinning the backend on tight corners, but if you have VDC on and you don't have a lead foot you should be fine. The other issue is storage space - but like i told another Z owner at a meet...i don't have that much stuff to haul, so the Z has been fine.

LakeShow · 06-18-2012, 11:12 PM

The stock tires are mainly the reason for making the Z horrible in the rain and cold conditions. Some aftermarket wheels will drastically improve the cars ability and also road noise. Pilot Sports are just one great set of tires to mention.

Zoren 370 · 06-18-2012, 11:35 PM

Nismo89 · 06-18-2012, 11:45 PM

hi there, trust me when i say this, the guys (and gals ) on here know their cars and know how to work on them exc. and i now know a little more than i did before i got the car lol thats for sure. i still do not trust myself with any work done on the car though lol

6MT · 06-19-2012, 01:20 AM

Hi

06-18-2012, 10:53 AM	#1 (permalink)
r0ckafella Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: BN Posts: 4 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 12	Jumping on the bandwagon Hi all I've been lurking as guest for quite some time but I thought I'd join the fun hehe There is a high chance that I'm gonna get a Z within the next few months but I'm slightly disappointed with the new '13 facelifts. I don't know about you guys but for me with the fangs gone and the new curly sports package rims somehow make the car look somewhat less aggresive compared to the '09. Maybe they'll grow on me eventually. Probably gonna get an aftermarket rims anyway but that's just my opinion So, not trying to make my head big here. First of all, I don't know jack about cars but I've always wanted to get a sports car. I think I've found what I've been looking for. So, any advice for a Z newbie here? Last edited by r0ckafella; 06-18-2012 at 10:57 AM.

06-18-2012, 11:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
red6spd A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,277 Drives: 2010 Z Coupe M6 SPT Rep Power: 21	Welcome. You will learn alot by searching these forums. Why dont you get a 2012 if you dont like the new look? As for advice make sure you are ready for a car like this. Very limited space inside, not a bad weather car and a tad rough. I just hate when I see a new thread about someone who wants to get rid of their Z within two months of ownership because it cant handle all the grocery's LOL. __________________ 2010 Base+Sport 6spd: Stillen G3, FI Non-Resonated CBE, FI Non-Resonated Test Pipes, UpRev Tuned, Custom 24R Oil Cooler, JDM Rear Fog-OEM Harness. ???Whp ???WTQ (Will find out come spring time)

06-18-2012, 11:19 AM	#4 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 177	The fangs are still there, they are just black and a bit thinner. I seen both the new colors up close at ZdayZ. You could just paint them the body color and still have fangs. I kind of like the new wheels and the LED's. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

06-18-2012, 01:01 PM	#6 (permalink)
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06-18-2012, 11:12 PM	#12 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 25	The stock tires are mainly the reason for making the Z horrible in the rain and cold conditions. Some aftermarket wheels will drastically improve the cars ability and also road noise. Pilot Sports are just one great set of tires to mention. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

06-18-2012, 11:17 AM	#3 (permalink)
r0ckafella Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: BN Posts: 4 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 12	Thanks. Yeah, I admit the amount of resource on Z cars in this forum is astounding! Hence, why I'm getting more inclined each day on getting the car myself as I'm sure I know where to look if I want to get help or something. I don't mind the space as I have a hand-me-down nissan saloon car for everyday drive, commuting and, of course, groceries lol. So getting the Z is more for weekend drives and thrills.

06-18-2012, 08:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
NissanGuy23 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: West Chester, PA Age: 35 Posts: 752 Drives: 09 370Z NISMO PG 6MT Rep Power: 14	IMO, this car is 100% daily drivable. The Z is known to be a stable car, so I've found its great in the rain - only issue is spinning the backend on tight corners, but if you have VDC on and you don't have a lead foot you should be fine. The other issue is storage space - but like i told another Z owner at a meet...i don't have that much stuff to haul, so the Z has been fine.

06-18-2012, 11:35 PM	#13 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913653

06-18-2012, 11:45 PM	#14 (permalink)
Nismo89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Colora, MD Age: 34 Posts: 15,831 Drives: daily Zen and woosah Rep Power: 37386	hi there, trust me when i say this, the guys (and gals ) on here know their cars and know how to work on them exc. and i now know a little more than i did before i got the car lol thats for sure. i still do not trust myself with any work done on the car though lol __________________ Why yes.. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, The Ford Commericals,Deadliest Catch.. is my cousin. Facebook i outta back hand you with my right hand! and call you b*tch!..... and im Left handed!

06-19-2012, 01:20 AM	#15 (permalink)
6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1789	Hi __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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