2013 370z for 2007 Corvette Base coupe..
 

There is a pristine 2007 Corvette Base with under 20k miles for sale at a local dealer for about $28k. I have a 2013 sports 370z with 30k miles on it.

Should I trade?

If yes, how much would I pay over my car?

While it's much faster than my Z car, my understanding is that the ride may not be as good for a daily commute.

Opinions?

bad idea
 

Don't do it as someone that had 2 C-6 models I can tell you first hand that these cars are junk. I had an 09, and 12 both had electrical problems that the dealerships could not correct. How often do you exceed 150mph or take your car to the track these are the only times you will notice the extra power.

I'd keep the Z over an older C6, honestly. C7, no contest, but I think the Z makes a better DD than the C6.

My ex, who I was with for several years, had an 06 Vette that she bought brand new. Had that car for 4 years and aside from the rear diff bearing recall that the dealer fixed for free the car never had a single problem. That being said I wouldn't trade a 370z towards a base C6 LS2 vette. I had my 09 370z touring sport during the last part of her Vette ownership and never once was envious. However the Vette was faster, easier to launch, and cornered more flat than the 370z. The 370z overall cornered better, tighter, and had better traction in the corners; less traction off the line from a dig though. From a DD standpoint the vette is great as a DD. The Z is slightly better from a comfort suspension standpoint. However compared to my 2010 NISMO the Vette was so much better. The NISMO isn't the best DD. While I never complained about it there is an obvious difference compared to the Vette. And no one liked riding in my NISMO for long distances; not that I had many passengers.

Now compared to my 2012 Grand sport Vette, I'd take the Vette any day. Much faster, corners better at low speed or high speed, traction is better, and overall just a better car. Not to say there aren't a few advantages to the Z but from a performance standpoint the grand sport is superior. From a comfort standpoint a standard 370z is just as good. The NISMO would be inferior.

What was said about not noticing the power compared to the Z is false from my point of view. No offense. It's not hard to notice the different in the Vette vs. the Z. While you'll never appreciate the Vette or the Z's true performance potential on the street, you can definitely appreciate the difference between the two cars. The torque of the V8 is just truly amazing.

If you really want a vette get a Grand sport or Z06. Otherwise keep the Z. The Z is a great car in it's own respect.

:iagree: a grand sport vette is the better option.

It's not an option I have here. It's a 2007 Vette base with low miles.

I know I'm just saying..I'll keep the Z than have a base corvette.

Apples and Oranges man, get what you like and be happy with it.

:iagree: This. You're comparing two very different cars. Personally, I would never trade a Z in for a base Corvette that is already going on 8 years old. On top of that, I am not a huge fan of American cars and Corvettes are a dime a dozen around me. Everyone and their grandpa (literally) has a Corvette.

I love the Z's exclusivity :driving:

Somewhat rare, sure, but in no way is the Z "exclusive." ;)

low number of total sales......yes.

exclusive.....no.

I made a thread about this awhile back about how the Corvette is a dream car of mine and money is no issue with getting one, but I honestly don't think the C7 looks better than my Nismo. On top of that I'll see a 1000 C7's before I see 1 Nismo on the road here here in GA. I'll get one eventually, but right not I'm fighting the demons.

Relax people!! Exclusive sounded better than rare..:rofl2:

Sorry, that's my trigger word. :rofl2:

Exactly. Having a car that is sort of rare to be seen, adds to the fun of owning it. Your car isn't so "cool" if you drive around and see half a dozen other cars like yours. :ugh2:

I dunno, I don't think it matters that much. If anything, seeing a lot of them reinforces how cool it is... everyone wants it!

It's funny how here everyone praises the low sales numbers. Over on the Mustang/Camaro/Challenger forums there is a monthly battle over which of the 3 muscle cars sells the most. :icon17:

My view is if it makes you happy, then it's cool. ;)

I guess you could look at it from either side. Everyone wanting it and everyone wanting it AND having are two different things, IMO. Many of the cars that are sought after across the world, are not seen on every couple of miles.

That is a funny point you had mentioned :icon17:. Maybe it is their way of coping?? :bowrofl:. The only major benefit I see that comes from a vehicle being mass-produced is it (generally) creates a lower price point, and allows a broader range of consumers.

Yeah it does help lower the price point. All of those base versions help subsidize the V8s that everyone wants.

Well, I have a Dodge Magnum SRT8 in Steel Blue, very rare, 1 of only 118 made in 2007 and then production was ended in 2008. I love the car even after 8 years of ownership, but at times I hate to bring it out because of the other monstrosities with BS candy paint, 30" rims and just total destruction of a great looking sports wagon IMO. Granted, these are all base model V6's, but to non car guy, it's just a Magnum with a better spoiler and wheels I would assume. I personally don't like to see a lot of the cars I own on the street which is the reason I only buy the High Performance version of every car I choose, M's, AMG's, SRT's, R's, Nismo's ect. Maybe it's just me, but I like being exclusive, LOL.

I loved that I rarely saw another 370z, let alone another NISMO, when I owned my Z's. However I've gotten far more comments, questions, stares, thumbs up, etc in my Vette than I ever did in either of my 370z's. I'm not sure why it's that way given the Z is far more rare. Then again when I pull my 280z out it's nothing but attention left, right, center. My 300zx gets no love.

Do't do it.

Exclusivity? My Z is gun metallic and was built in a machine factory in Tochigi.

Was your Z hot pink & built by the son of Mr. K or something?

Too many vettes on the road now. How many Z's do you see when driving around? :excited:

Since Halloween just passed I am "reviving" this thread. I am in the same predicament as the OP. I am not sure if he traded his Z in or not. I have a 2013 370z touring model roadster with sports package. I have 20500 miles on it and am itching to sell and buy a vette. I have found a 2007 Base Vette with 9300 miles and Z51 package. Should I pull the trigger. I woud have to pay around 3000 dollars for this deal does not include tax I would have to pay also. I can't give a good reason for wanting to change cars just that I have had the Z for quite some time and having a coupe vette with removal hard top appeals to me and I have always wanted a Corvette.

Do it. If the car’s in great shape and not a money pit, why not? You’re not cheating on your hot girlfriend or divorcing your wife, you’re experiencing a different car.

The reason why I’m on this forum, is because I’ve owned a number of other sports cars, currently an M2, but the Z for driver enjoyment is up there with all of them. Back in the day, I owned a 72 Vette and sold it for a 76 280Z, in I believe the year of 1980. It would have been nice to own both, but that wasn’t reality.

I sold the Z about 6 years later. Got married, and was going to have kids, so there went the Z. About 16 years later got into a G35C.

Point being, life goes in all different directions. So a 2 seat sports car is probably not a life long decision. If you love cars, enjoy as many as you can (affordability speaking wise). Because you never know when these wonderful ICE dinosaurs will end.

Hey thank you for the reply, I have decided to part ways with the Z. I have a buyer coming up today to put a deposit down. Crazy thing is I paid 22,000 for this car just about 2 and a half years ago it had 13000 miles I am selling it for 25000 dollars and put about 7500 miles on the car. Crazy times.

The Corvette is such a competitive package in the consumer market.

Kinda kicking myself when used C7's dipped for like 2 seconds.
Supposedly better ground clearance, hatch space, fuel economy on the highway, faster if not probably more reliable than a boosted Z build, just all around better equipment from suspension to cooling, and yes to the targa top.

That's not to put down the Z, as evidently I stuck with mine and continue to invest into it. These are in two different price brackets altogether, but yeah, if you pay up you'll get your worthwhile.

I wont lie, having a Z that is not clapped out is nice.

What does clapped out mean?

I will share I owned a 2005 Corvette before although it is a fun vehicle to own for a domestic sport car it is far from perfect lol. Corvette’s are quite common a lot of people own them and for a domestic sport car they are wanted vehicles and have good overall resale value out of a lot of the American sports cars out there (Camaro, Challenger, Mustang etc.) The 2005 Corvette I purchased was ok until down the line there are curtain issues that will dollar you to death (Corvette Tax) and could never be fixed. As far I can remember the Corvette I had suffered from the following issues pinion seal leaked twice, electrical issues that could never be fixed by the Chevrolet dealership service department, fuel pump failure, fuel level sensor failure, check engine light due to gasoline cap issue, leaking water pump that caused coolant leaking, steering wheel position sensor failure, the LS2 engine had high oil consumption issues and had to do oil changes earlier and check the motor oil level on the dip stick quite often. If you do purchase a C6 Corvette be sure to get a 2008+ Corvette I believe the LS3 is a all around better engine in my opinion. Most will agree that the C6 body style looks more tasteful than the C7 Corvette but the C7 Corvette makes more power of course. I would not purchase a Corvette again without some kind of warranty. The Nissan 370Z may have it’s corks but not only will the 370Z make a way better daily driver it is far more reliable/dependable than the Corvette from my own personal experience. If you have the budget for a build the 370Z can be made fast as well. I believe the pluses of the Nissan 370Z is that not everyone has a 370Z they seem to be more rare than the Corvette I think. For a Japanese sports car they are wanted vehicles too and have good resale value for owners. The biggest blunder with the C6 Corvette I thought is the independent rear suspension design at the track it was not good and left a lot to be desired.

I wouldn't get anything less than a C7 Corvette Grandsport. They are great handling cars with very few issues. The C7 ZO6 has overheating issues on the track, get a later model one 2018 to 2019. The C7 ZR1's are going for way over sticker. Would I get ride of my Z, heck no.