Buying Used 2013 or Newer or 2012 or Older?

hey32g · 02-22-2015, 03:14 PM

Starting to seriously look for a 370. Is there a consensus opinion on buying a 2013 or newer or a 2012 or older. I believe it's all just cosmetics, but if there are any other significant differences please let me know.

It looks like in my price target ($25k max) I can get a non-touring 2013 or newer or a touring 2012 or older. Not sure which way to go.

Sports package is a must in both.

Would love to hear opinions.

Thanks

edk370 · 02-22-2015, 03:17 PM

With that Nismo GTR in your avatar, I wouldn't want to downgrade to a 370

nis350 · 02-22-2015, 03:39 PM

I don't think anyone other than yourself can answer the question. You are the one who will be paying and driving the car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hey32g

Starting to seriously look for a 370. Is there a consensus opinion on buying a 2013 or newer or a 2012 or older. I believe it's all just cosmetics, but if there are any other significant differences please let me know.

It looks like in my price target ($25k max) I can get a non-touring 2013 or newer or a touring 2012 or older. Not sure which way to go.

Sports package is a must in both.

Would love to hear opinions.

Thanks

Z-Girl 12 · 02-22-2015, 05:56 PM

Minimal difference in either...I'd go for the lowest mileage and price.

brancky3 · 02-22-2015, 05:59 PM

The 2013+ have way nicer wheels in the sport package and have the LED DRL bumper. Besides that there are not many differences besides the factory oil cooler starting in 2012

Swindler · 02-23-2015, 02:30 AM

The wheels are definitely a lot nicer on the 2013+ if your gonna keep them stock in my opinion

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mag_black · 02-23-2015, 05:27 AM

Something else to think about is having less options for front lip if you go 13+. If you plan on replacing w/ aftermarket bumper, then my point is moot.

hey32g · 02-23-2015, 07:01 AM

Probably should have mentioned this, I won't do a lot as far as mods. Maybe an exhaust and intake. Will leave the wheels stock. Maybe get some spacers. That's about it.

kenchan · 02-23-2015, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Z-Girl 12

Minimal difference in either...I'd go for the lowest mileage and price.

And check the car thoroughly. GL

Joker_J · 02-23-2015, 10:07 AM

From what I've heard, the issues that were happening to older versions were fixed from the 2013 models and up.

hey32g · 02-23-2015, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Joker_J

From what I've heard, the issues that were happening to older versions were fixed from the 2013 models and up.

Can you specify?

hey32g · 02-23-2015, 01:14 PM

I should have asked this too. I have had a couple of Maximas and they were ridiculously reliable. Do you guys think trying to find a CPO is worth it?

vtec to vvel · 02-23-2015, 08:37 PM

I recently bought my 09 370Z, after 8 months of searching. I know you said your budget is 25K, so keep in mind there are lots of variables that go into this equation.

1. do you have a trade? if so, are you upside down?
2. if you find a 370Z for 25K, remember to add on taxes/registration fees/dealer fees/etc., which tack on about 2K to 4K.

My 09 Z Touring with Sports Package and Navi was 20K, but after everything was said and done, it came out to around 24K.

vtec to vvel · 02-23-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by hey32g

I should have asked this too. I have had a couple of Maximas and they were ridiculously reliable. Do you guys think trying to find a CPO is worth it?

CPO IMO means nothing.

NismoNY · 02-23-2015, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

CPO IMO means nothing.

The extended warranty that comes with a CPO car means nothing to you? Having pricey items such as engine and transmission covered until 100k means nada?

In my opinion CPO is a big plus

02-22-2015, 03:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
hey32g Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 278 Drives: ‘14 370Z, Black, 7AT Rep Power: 6726	Buying Used 2013 or Newer or 2012 or Older? Starting to seriously look for a 370. Is there a consensus opinion on buying a 2013 or newer or a 2012 or older. I believe it's all just cosmetics, but if there are any other significant differences please let me know. It looks like in my price target ($25k max) I can get a non-touring 2013 or newer or a touring 2012 or older. Not sure which way to go. Sports package is a must in both. Would love to hear opinions. Thanks

02-22-2015, 05:56 PM	#4 (permalink)
Z-Girl 12 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 4,105 Drives: Spirited Rep Power: 11716	Minimal difference in either...I'd go for the lowest mileage and price. kenchan, /Angelo350Z/ and Brendan like this. __________________ 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

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brancky3 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Greer, SC Age: 36 Posts: 754 Drives: 14 370Z Gun Metallic Rep Power: 15	The 2013+ have way nicer wheels in the sport package and have the LED DRL bumper. Besides that there are not many differences besides the factory oil cooler starting in 2012 __________________ 2014 Nissan 370z Gun Metallic 6-spd Test Pipes \| Nismo CBE \| Stillen Gen3 \| Swift springs \| Advanation Sway Bars \| RJM Clutch \| GTR DBA Premium Wheels

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mag_black A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,400 Drives: 09 370Z MT6 Rep Power: 666	Something else to think about is having less options for front lip if you go 13+. If you plan on replacing w/ aftermarket bumper, then my point is moot. __________________ fujimura ≠ abbeyRoadCompany ≠ fastIntentions ≠ motordyne ≠ avantGarde ≠ ecutek ≠ nismo ≠ stillen ≠ stoptech ≠ gtm ≠ spl ≠ carbonfiberelement ≠ stance™

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02-22-2015, 03:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
edk370 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: So Cal Posts: 296 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 12	With that Nismo GTR in your avatar, I wouldn't want to downgrade to a 370

02-23-2015, 02:30 AM	#6 (permalink)
Swindler Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Central CA Age: 34 Posts: 219 Drives: 2014 370Z PW Manual Rep Power: 11	The wheels are definitely a lot nicer on the 2013+ if your gonna keep them stock in my opinion Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02-23-2015, 07:01 AM	#8 (permalink)
hey32g Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 278 Drives: ‘14 370Z, Black, 7AT Rep Power: 6726	Probably should have mentioned this, I won't do a lot as far as mods. Maybe an exhaust and intake. Will leave the wheels stock. Maybe get some spacers. That's about it.

02-23-2015, 10:07 AM	#10 (permalink)
Joker_J Track Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: The Ville, KY Posts: 576 Drives: 2014 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 12	From what I've heard, the issues that were happening to older versions were fixed from the 2013 models and up.

02-23-2015, 01:14 PM	#12 (permalink)
hey32g Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 278 Drives: ‘14 370Z, Black, 7AT Rep Power: 6726	I should have asked this too. I have had a couple of Maximas and they were ridiculously reliable. Do you guys think trying to find a CPO is worth it?

02-23-2015, 08:37 PM	#13 (permalink)
vtec to vvel A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: 813 Posts: 3,903 Drives: 13 Z Rep Power: 499553	I recently bought my 09 370Z, after 8 months of searching. I know you said your budget is 25K, so keep in mind there are lots of variables that go into this equation. 1. do you have a trade? if so, are you upside down? 2. if you find a 370Z for 25K, remember to add on taxes/registration fees/dealer fees/etc., which tack on about 2K to 4K. My 09 Z Touring with Sports Package and Navi was 20K, but after everything was said and done, it came out to around 24K.

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