370z DD?

justsomeguy · 04-13-2016, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by abmobil

Hello everyone.
I don't have a 370 yet, but I'm strongly considering one for my next DD.
Current DD is a 95 Nissan Hardbody V6 5mt. Running strong with 214k.
Other ride is a 13 Titan Crew Cab.

The Titan will remain my wknd ride, but I've decided I need something sporty to help me enjoy my 90 mile round trip daily commute a little more. I know the 370 is not the most practical choice for that.

I feel the bang for the buck for a new base model is really good, and I can keep the manual trans. Was considering CPO G37 sedans before.

I know tire life isn't great, but with mostly hwy miles is it possible for me to get 30,000 miles out of a set of tires? The car won't be tracked. Also has Nissan made any changes at all to the CSC? I'm hoping if I buy a new 2016 or 2017 model I won't have to worry about that. Those are the biggest things I'm questioning at the moment.

Thanks for any feedback!

I have had it for a DD for the last 2 years.. You should get the sport model! As it's resale value will be great considering it comes with the S mode (Synchro Rev Match although I don't use it). It also comes with the BBK which makes a big difference as well. I went up to 25,000 miles with the potenzas that came with the sport package. The 19" inch rays are great too. Some cons about it though, are obviously, no space, expensive tires (19s i switched over to continental extreme contact rated to last 50k miles since DD and not tracked about $1300). Gas mileage, but other than that it is fun to drive.

As for the CSC issue... Mine kicked in at 30,000... It is bound to go out sooner or later, but I think with some good driving technique (not dropping the clutch, and taking your time to depress the clutch slowly) then you will make the most out of your CSC life. 1st and 2nd gear are rough due to short gear ratios but I never had a problem.

IMHO get a Black one <3

abmobil · 04-13-2016, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by justsomeguy

I have had it for a DD for the last 2 years.. You should get the sport model! As it's resale value will be great considering it comes with the S mode (Synchro Rev Match although I don't use it). It also comes with the BBK which makes a big difference as well. I went up to 25,000 miles with the potenzas that came with the sport package. The 19" inch rays are great too. Some cons about it though, are obviously, no space, expensive tires (19s i switched over to continental extreme contact rated to last 50k miles since DD and not tracked about $1300). Gas mileage, but other than that it is fun to drive.

As for the CSC issue... Mine kicked in at 30,000... It is bound to go out sooner or later, but I think with some good driving technique (not dropping the clutch, and taking your time to depress the clutch slowly) then you will make the most out of your CSC life. 1st and 2nd gear are rough due to short gear ratios but I never had a problem.

IMHO get a Black one <3

I'm probably going to stick with a base model, and keep it for a long time because of the miles I will put on it, its going to depreciate quickly anyway.

My garage is full so the Z will have to stay outside. I'm going to try ,and get a Silver one since it will be easier to maintain over the years. Thanks for the info!

The Base 370 seems like a lot of car for 30k. Question for everyone, I know this is a 370 page, but what else would you guys consider for a NEW fun DD if 30k was the price cap? I don't think there is anything else out there.

RobV · 04-14-2016, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by abmobil

I'm probably going to stick with a base model, and keep it for a long time because of the miles I will put on it, its going to depreciate quickly anyway.

My garage is full so the Z will have to stay outside. I'm going to try ,and get a Silver one since it will be easier to maintain over the years. Thanks for the info!

The Base 370 seems like a lot of car for 30k. Question for everyone, I know this is a 370 page, but what else would you guys consider for a NEW fun DD if 30k was the price cap? I don't think there is anything else out there.

If you look around you should be able to get a Sport Package for $30k. I got a left over 2014 Touring Sport w/Nav last September for $34K off the showroom floor with 12 miles on it.

FiftyFiv3 · 04-14-2016, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by RobV

If you look around you should be able to get a Sport Package for $30k. I got a left over 2014 Touring Sport w/Nav last September for $34K off the showroom floor with 12 miles on it.

Wow I got a leftover 2014 with 60 miles on it for 25k

RobV · 04-14-2016, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by FiftyFiv3

Wow I got a leftover 2014 with 60 miles on it for 25k

What model? I am fine with an $8k discount off of sticker for my car. My other option was to order a 2016 at full price since my 2 local dealers had 1 Z between them.

RobV · 04-14-2016, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by RobV

What model? I am fine with an $8k discount off of sticker for my car. My other option was to order a 2016 at full price since my 2 local dealers had 1 Z between them.

NVM I found out what model. Yours is a base Sport so you got roughly the same deal as I did being your sticker is $33.5 ish & mine $42.2. I just noticed you can't even buy a Touring Sport now. You have to get the Nismo I guess.

abmobil · 04-14-2016, 02:03 PM

Glad to see you guys getting decent discounts. I was going to shoot for 27k OTD after ALL fees for a base model.

barncobob · 04-14-2016, 02:25 PM

in Sept. 15 bought new MB 2016 Sport with everything but that mirror gizmo for $34K + tax.. the 3 sacramento dealers (all owned by same guy) were $4K higher..
went to SF and the dealers and they were dealing, all were close but I went with the guy closest to me, still 2 hour drive but for $4K....

04-14-2016, 02:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
abmobil Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: GA Posts: 13 Drives: 13 Titan 95 Hardbody Rep Power: 11	Glad to see you guys getting decent discounts. I was going to shoot for 27k OTD after ALL fees for a base model.

04-14-2016, 02:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
barncobob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: hangtown, CA Posts: 1,164 Drives: 16 370Z auto Rep Power: 591	in Sept. 15 bought new MB 2016 Sport with everything but that mirror gizmo for $34K + tax.. the 3 sacramento dealers (all owned by same guy) were $4K higher.. went to SF and the dealers and they were dealing, all were close but I went with the guy closest to me, still 2 hour drive but for $4K....