New 370Z Owner...Been waiting 20 years

tiger123 · 01-05-2013, 09:38 PM

Just a quick note to say hello to all fellow forum members. I recently joined this forum as I am a Z enthusiast.

I just purchased on 1/1/13 a 2009 370Z Touring/Sport/Nav. Color is Gunmetal Silver with Black leather interior. 19" Rays which simply look fantastic.

I used to own a 1986 300ZX which I purchased in 1988 and sold it in 1993 before my daughter was born. I absolutely loved that car and it was very difficult to get rid of it, but had to start a family. It was my goal to once again own a Z. They are unlike any other sports car. 20 years later, I can happily say I have once again become an owner. It is an awesome feeling.

I live in Chicago, IL. and the weather here has been mild enough to drive this for a few days since I made the purchase. Once the she snow starts falling, this beauty will be kept inside my garage until Spring thaw. I can not wait.

It is amazing how far along the Z has come. It simply brings a smile to my face every time I think about her.

Jasonle · 01-05-2013, 09:42 PM

had my car since 2011 and it still brings smile to my face

congrats and welcome aboard!

6MT · 01-05-2013, 11:17 PM

Hi

gomer_110 · 01-05-2013, 11:26 PM

first thing I'd do since yours is an '09 is check the steering lock.
Here's a thread about that: steering lock/won't start issues

Z-Girl 12 · 01-06-2013, 06:25 AM

Congrats and welcome!

Lemers · 01-06-2013, 08:05 AM

Welcome

DEpointfive0 · 01-06-2013, 08:21 AM

Welcome!

Pull your steering lock fuse:
http://www.the370z.com/exterior-inte...rt-issues.html

You'll thank me later

blackcherry20 · 01-06-2013, 08:24 AM

welcome! And congrats!
My story very similar-children came so 20 years w no sports car .....dang it, i sure have one now!!! 8 months later the thrill remains! ENJOY!

blackcherry20 · 01-06-2013, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Welcome!

Pull your steering lock fuse:
http://www.the370z.com/exterior-inte...rt-issues.html

You'll thank me later

tiger123 · 01-06-2013, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

Welcome!

Pull your steering lock fuse:
http://www.the370z.com/exterior-inte...rt-issues.html

You'll thank me later

I just checked and have RevB. I will be taking it to my dealership to see if they will replace with RevD or RevE.

If not, I plan on purchasing the harness kit and will install myself.

Thanks to all for the heads up. Definitely want to ensure this is taken care of immediately.

2010ZilverZ · 01-06-2013, 06:53 PM

Wel-come to the club ...

LakeShow · 01-07-2013, 01:32 PM

Welcome!!!

ATLsentra05 · 01-09-2013, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tiger123

Just a quick note to say hello to all fellow forum members. I recently joined this forum as I am a Z enthusiast.

I just purchased on 1/1/13 a 2009 370Z Touring/Sport/Nav. Color is Gunmetal Silver with Black leather interior. 19" Rays which simply look fantastic.

I used to own a 1986 300ZX which I purchased in 1988 and sold it in 1993 before my daughter was born. I absolutely loved that car and it was very difficult to get rid of it, but had to start a family. It was my goal to once again own a Z. They are unlike any other sports car. 20 years later, I can happily say I have once again become an owner. It is an awesome feeling.

I live in Chicago, IL. and the weather here has been mild enough to drive this for a few days since I made the purchase. Once the she snow starts falling, this beauty will be kept inside my garage until Spring thaw. I can not wait.

It is amazing how far along the Z has come. It simply brings a smile to my face every time I think about her.

Stories like this warm my heart

Congrats on your Z man.. I've been dreaming of mine and hope I can get it after college..

tiger123 · 01-09-2013, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ATLsentra05

Stories like this warm my heart

Congrats on your Z man.. I've been dreaming of mine and hope I can get it after college..

Thanks. It will definitely be worth it when the time comes. This is one fine automobile. It just is plain awesome.

Save your money and I hope you can find a job once you graduate from college. If you have to sacrifice eating Mac-n-Cheese every night, trust me, it will be well worth it.

All the best to you.

tiger123 · 01-30-2013, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tiger123

I just checked and have RevB. I will be taking it to my dealership to see if they will replace with RevD or RevE.

If not, I plan on purchasing the harness kit and will install myself.

Thanks to all for the heads up. Definitely want to ensure this is taken care of immediately.

Well I took my Z into the dealership the other day to discuss this issue. They admitted they have seen the steering lock issue and replaced many. I told them I have the RevB version which is prone to failure and do not want to be stuck somewhere if it decides to fail. I was told it is a catch 22 issue. Nissan won't replace a working steering lock and will only replace if it fails.

If it should fail, at least I am covered as car under warranty through 2017. Not to mention trip interruption money, food money, full tow service, rental car if needed, etc. It's just the hassle if it should break down away from home.

01-05-2013, 09:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
tiger123 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Chicago Posts: 367 Drives: 09 AT Tour/Sport/Nav Rep Power: 14	New 370Z Owner...Been waiting 20 years Just a quick note to say hello to all fellow forum members. I recently joined this forum as I am a Z enthusiast. I just purchased on 1/1/13 a 2009 370Z Touring/Sport/Nav. Color is Gunmetal Silver with Black leather interior. 19" Rays which simply look fantastic. I used to own a 1986 300ZX which I purchased in 1988 and sold it in 1993 before my daughter was born. I absolutely loved that car and it was very difficult to get rid of it, but had to start a family. It was my goal to once again own a Z. They are unlike any other sports car. 20 years later, I can happily say I have once again become an owner. It is an awesome feeling. I live in Chicago, IL. and the weather here has been mild enough to drive this for a few days since I made the purchase. Once the she snow starts falling, this beauty will be kept inside my garage until Spring thaw. I can not wait. It is amazing how far along the Z has come. It simply brings a smile to my face every time I think about her.

01-05-2013, 09:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 26	had my car since 2011 and it still brings smile to my face congrats and welcome aboard! __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

01-05-2013, 11:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1791	Hi __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

01-05-2013, 11:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
gomer_110 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Perrysburg, OH Posts: 17,992 Drives: '11 Nismo #528 GM Rep Power: 36941	first thing I'd do since yours is an '09 is check the steering lock. Here's a thread about that: steering lock/won't start issues 1st likes this. __________________ '11 370Z Nismo #528 Fast Intentions \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| Uprev \| CSF \| Zspeed \| Z1 Motorsports \| AST \| Swift \| SPC \| SPL \| Whiteline \| Hotchkis \| Bride \| Schroth \| Robispec \| Cusco \| Nismo \| Volk \| Forgestar \| Hoosier \| RJM '17 Titan Bone Stock

01-06-2013, 06:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
Z-Girl 12 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 4,105 Drives: Spirited Rep Power: 11717	Congrats and welcome! __________________ 2012 Z-SOLD 2014 Nismo #565 Fast Intentions CBE/HFC/Swift/SPC/RJM/H&R-15/20mm/Z1 CAI/Headers/Intake Manifold w/Uprev Tune 328.31whp/263.64tq

01-06-2013, 08:05 AM	#6 (permalink)
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01-06-2013, 08:21 AM	#7 (permalink)
DEpointfive0 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 14,824 Drives: a lot Rep Power: 17152	Welcome! Pull your steering lock fuse: http://www.the370z.com/exterior-inte...rt-issues.html You'll thank me later 1st likes this.

01-06-2013, 08:24 AM	#8 (permalink)
blackcherry20 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 22,749 Drives: ‘17 badazz Z51 Rep Power: 240460	welcome! And congrats! My story very similar-children came so 20 years w no sports car .....dang it, i sure have one now!!! 8 months later the thrill remains! ENJOY! __________________ Grand Sport Corvette Arctic White

01-06-2013, 06:53 PM	#11 (permalink)
2010ZilverZ Track Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 699 Drives: Like a bat outa hell Rep Power: 14	Wel-come to the club ...

01-07-2013, 01:32 PM	#12 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	Welcome!!! __________________ \|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\|

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