Unpopular Post (no doubt but...)

SmoothZ · 11-22-2009, 10:22 AM

Problem is that too many people complain about the smallest things or what they perceive to be a problem. I have an 03 Z that I'm very happy with, but I don't really post about all the little things. I'd rather find the problem and fix it first. If it's major, then that's a different story. Thankfully, I don't really have major problems with the Z.

Matt · 11-22-2009, 10:30 AM

When I was narrowing my decision down to a few cars, I checked out the forums for each. 135i, Lexus IS, 370z, G37 and the Camaro. I went to all the forums and to my disbelief, each of them was littered with complaints, defects, and problems.

One of the reasons I chose the Z was the fact that it had far less than the others, for whatever that's worth!

And I've zero issues listed in the OP other than the 1st-2nd shift clunkiness...and with the little time I spend in those gears, I'm not really worried about it!

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frost · 11-22-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt

When I was narrowing my decision down to a few cars, I checked out the forums for each. 135i, Lexus IS, 370z, G37 and the Camaro. I went to all the forums and to my disbelief, each of them were littered with complaints, defects, and problems.

Right, if you go to the camaro board and read about their problems, you would think the thing was going to blow up. Not to mention the fact I've seen one broken down on the side of the road already.

m4a1mustang · 11-22-2009, 10:48 AM

One of the things about complaints on message boards... if you go to a board looking for complaints, you're going to come out thinking the car is completely messed up regardless of which board you go to. It's a lot like those apartment rating websites. NO ONE bothers to make a post to boast about how great their apartment is... they go there to complain.

People are always more likely to vocalize their complaints than their praise. It's just human nature.

Slynky · 11-22-2009, 11:05 AM

Thanks, everyone, for the well-expressed concerns.

ONE of the items I did NOT mention in my initial post was that I realize more complaints will get posted than posts talking about how their car has no problems.

Like a restaurant. People will complain when the service or food is bad but never take the time to call the manager over to compliment excellent service or food...which I take the time to do EVERY time it happens.

So, I expect there to be a disproportionate amount of "problem" posts.

And... LMAO... haven't been to any American car forums...I imagine the comment about them is on target.

Matt · 11-22-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Slynky

And... LMAO... haven't been to any American car forums...I imagine the comment about them is on target.

Yeah, if you go to a dodge website, it'll say,

"Sorry, our cars...err...site is still under construction! You will now be redirected somewhere else!"

Urbanracer · 11-22-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Slynky

Like a restaurant. People will complain when the service or food is bad but never take the time to call the manager over to compliment excellent service or food...which I take the time to do EVERY time it happens.

So, I expect there to be a disproportionate amount of "problem" posts.

You pretty much hit the nail on the head as far as how automotive forums work regarding manufacturer issue. Even the most reliable cars have the same posts on their forums. Some problems are ligit, others not so much.

DavidL · 11-22-2009, 12:26 PM

I bought my 370 7 spd auto sport touring in march and must say , I LOVE MY CAR ! I use it for a daily driver and have 16000 miles on it , have increased rear wheel hp by 72 hp , average mpg is showing 25.4 for the last 6000 miles . I have had my car on a track actually racing at full throttle or hard braking for 20 solid min with no oil cooler and no oil temps over 245 ever. the speeds were from 50mph to 150 plus every lap. I have never burned any oil that i can tell since the 1st oil change and go 3750 miles between changes . My paint is excellent , the hatch has worked flawlessly , the car is tight and I have had no problems at all. My dealer gave me three oil changes and washes with the sale and honored this.
Now I bought a z in 1984 and had many problems with it many the dealer did not warranty. I could go on and on but I am a very happy customer with the best looking car nissan has ever produced , and also the best quality I had from them.

ConchZ2 · 11-23-2009, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slynky

Thanks, everyone, for the well-expressed concerns.

ONE of the items I did NOT mention in my initial post was that I realize more complaints will get posted than posts talking about how their car has no problems.

Like a restaurant. People will complain when the service or food is bad but never take the time to call the manager over to compliment excellent service or food...which I take the time to do EVERY time it happens.

So, I expect there to be a disproportionate amount of "problem" posts.

And... LMAO... haven't been to any American car forums...I imagine the comment about them is on target.

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11-22-2009, 10:30 AM	#2 (permalink)
Matt A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Augusta, GA Age: 43 Posts: 1,680 Drives: 2010 Avalanche LT Rep Power: 20	When I was narrowing my decision down to a few cars, I checked out the forums for each. 135i, Lexus IS, 370z, G37 and the Camaro. I went to all the forums and to my disbelief, each of them was littered with complaints, defects, and problems. One of the reasons I chose the Z was the fact that it had far less than the others, for whatever that's worth! And I've zero issues listed in the OP other than the 1st-2nd shift clunkiness...and with the little time I spend in those gears, I'm not really worried about it! Spelling error __________________ "Any man who can drive a 370z while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the Z the attention it deserves." Albert Einstein....modified. Last edited by Matt; 11-22-2009 at 10:47 AM.

11-22-2009, 10:48 AM	#4 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6964	One of the things about complaints on message boards... if you go to a board looking for complaints, you're going to come out thinking the car is completely messed up regardless of which board you go to. It's a lot like those apartment rating websites. NO ONE bothers to make a post to boast about how great their apartment is... they go there to complain. People are always more likely to vocalize their complaints than their praise. It's just human nature. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

11-22-2009, 11:05 AM	#5 (permalink)
Slynky Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: McDonough, GA Posts: 595 Drives: 2010 Red 370Z T/S/N Rep Power: 18	Thanks, everyone, for the well-expressed concerns. ONE of the items I did NOT mention in my initial post was that I realize more complaints will get posted than posts talking about how their car has no problems. Like a restaurant. People will complain when the service or food is bad but never take the time to call the manager over to compliment excellent service or food...which I take the time to do EVERY time it happens. So, I expect there to be a disproportionate amount of "problem" posts. And... LMAO... haven't been to any American car forums...I imagine the comment about them is on target. __________________ A veteran is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America," for an amount of "up to and including my life."

11-22-2009, 12:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
DavidL Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fort Worth TX Posts: 13 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 17	I have to respond I bought my 370 7 spd auto sport touring in march and must say , I LOVE MY CAR ! I use it for a daily driver and have 16000 miles on it , have increased rear wheel hp by 72 hp , average mpg is showing 25.4 for the last 6000 miles . I have had my car on a track actually racing at full throttle or hard braking for 20 solid min with no oil cooler and no oil temps over 245 ever. the speeds were from 50mph to 150 plus every lap. I have never burned any oil that i can tell since the 1st oil change and go 3750 miles between changes . My paint is excellent , the hatch has worked flawlessly , the car is tight and I have had no problems at all. My dealer gave me three oil changes and washes with the sale and honored this. Now I bought a z in 1984 and had many problems with it many the dealer did not warranty. I could go on and on but I am a very happy customer with the best looking car nissan has ever produced , and also the best quality I had from them.

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11-22-2009, 10:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
SmoothZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Arrakis Posts: 7,952 Drives: giant sandworm Rep Power: 37	Problem is that too many people complain about the smallest things or what they perceive to be a problem. I have an 03 Z that I'm very happy with, but I don't really post about all the little things. I'd rather find the problem and fix it first. If it's major, then that's a different story. Thankfully, I don't really have major problems with the Z.