Driveway vs Garage Owners

IDZRVIT · 12-15-2009, 08:06 PM

I like working on my cars/bikes indoors so the house I bought had to have a double garage.

Lone Wolf 75 · 12-15-2009, 08:29 PM

Although it was never a priority when house shopping last year, I bought a house with a garage and I am happy I did. I never did understand why people have garages and don't use them to park cars inside, most people in my neighborhood park in their driveways instead of the garage.

It is so nice to be able to get in the Z in the morning without having to de-ice the windshield and windows, worry about hail, a tree falling on it, etc. It's also very nice knowing that it is relatively safe from vandals and thieves (not that I live in a bad neighborhood, but a nice car parked out in the open is always a target). An added benefit is that my car stays cleaner longer by not being outside all the time.

carlos3366 · 12-15-2009, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Lone Wolf 75

Although it was never a priority when house shopping last year, I bought a house with a garage and I am happy I did. I never did understand why people have garages and don't use them to park cars inside, most people in my neighborhood park in their driveways instead of the garage.

It is so nice to be able to get in the Z in the morning without having to de-ice the windshield and windows, worry about hail, a tree falling on it, etc. It's also very nice knowing that it is relatively safe from vandals and thieves (not that I live in a bad neighborhood, but a nice car parked out in the open is always a target). An added benefit is that my car stays cleaner longer by not being outside all the time.

I agree w/you 100%. It helps a lot when its raining too.

OldGuy · 12-16-2009, 06:28 AM

Two car integral garage at home was not enough. I had one built at my office, too. Now my Z is undercover 24/7, except for limited highway time (5000 mi./yr.). I sleep well and so does she...

StLRedrider · 12-15-2009, 08:29 PM

plenty of room in the garage since the truck wont fit in there!!!!!

tcarretti · 12-15-2009, 08:43 PM

I've got a reserved space under a 4 car carport. Keeps it dry and out of the sun. It's a little harder to keep it clean, but still safe.

NYBladeZ · 12-15-2009, 08:44 PM

garaged in the winter, I don't really mind keeping her outside during the NY summers

nicknick · 12-15-2009, 08:45 PM

I already have a garage, so when I get the Zed it'll be protected from unnecessary exposure to the elements.

PapoZalsa · 12-15-2009, 08:45 PM

NO garage, NO new car!

My Z is sleeping warm in the garage.

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Originally Posted by KEVTEX

My four car garage has never had a car in it. It is full of big tools, cabinets, parts and lots of miscellaneous stuff. I'm trying to find a way to squeeze the Z in.

OMGWTFBBQ · 12-15-2009, 11:14 PM

My Z sleeps in a parking structure haha. I live in an apartment complex near school.

coaster · 12-16-2009, 02:30 AM

I bought a house earlier this year with a 2 car garage. That was definitely a necessity for me. The funny thing was, right before escrow, I went out to test drive the new Z. I almost signed papers right there for the car, but decided the house was more important. Low and behold, when October came, I went out again to the dealership just for kicks. I made a ridiculous offer and they agreed. Now my Z is tucked safely in my garage.

I would definitely recommend at least a car cover. I have friends that park outside with their nice cars, only to wake up in the morning to see cat print/scratches.

TX_370 · 12-16-2009, 06:39 AM

No garage here, i get to park under a large oak tree, YAY!

zZSportZz · 12-16-2009, 08:45 AM

No garage here.

The Z is my daily driver. Already has rock chips, and a tiny door ding which I fully expected when I made it my DD. When I own a garage, I will buy something garage worthy (i.e. GT-R). I love my Z, but I don't consider it a "must-have" garage car.

The funny thing is, I "down-selected" to a 370z because I DIDN'T have a garage.

dudafunk · 12-16-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by zZSportZz

The funny thing is, I "down-selected" to a 370z because I DIDN'T have a garage.

You must be much older

At 24, the Z is pretty much an up-select

Anyway.. sounds like its comfortably okayish to go for it without a garage after reading all these replies.

ctzn · 12-16-2009, 10:45 AM

Mine lives in a gated, underground, heated garage

I very seldom drive the thing though so I wouldn't want it sitting outside 24/7 (haven't driven it in over week as I type this

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12-15-2009, 08:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 28	I like working on my cars/bikes indoors so the house I bought had to have a double garage. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

12-15-2009, 08:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
StLRedrider A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St.louis,Mo Posts: 17,755 Drives: O9Sprt/Touring,p-51 Rep Power: 61	plenty of room in the garage since the truck wont fit in there!!!!! __________________ Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today J.Dean

12-15-2009, 08:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 21	garaged in the winter, I don't really mind keeping her outside during the NY summers __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

12-15-2009, 11:14 PM	#10 (permalink)
OMGWTFBBQ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: the OC Posts: 1,886 Drives: 08 SGM IS350 Rep Power: 4550	My Z sleeps in a parking structure haha. I live in an apartment complex near school. __________________ Zele Performance \| Varis \| Powerhouse Amuse \| Craftsquare \| Tommy Kaira \| Top Secret \| HKS \| Defi \| Volk Racing \| Cusco \| SPL \| Never ending build thread.. PM me if you have rare JDM parts for sale!

12-16-2009, 02:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
coaster Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370z PW 6MT Rep Power: 17	I bought a house earlier this year with a 2 car garage. That was definitely a necessity for me. The funny thing was, right before escrow, I went out to test drive the new Z. I almost signed papers right there for the car, but decided the house was more important. Low and behold, when October came, I went out again to the dealership just for kicks. I made a ridiculous offer and they agreed. Now my Z is tucked safely in my garage. I would definitely recommend at least a car cover. I have friends that park outside with their nice cars, only to wake up in the morning to see cat print/scratches. Last edited by coaster; 12-16-2009 at 02:35 AM.

12-15-2009, 08:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
Lone Wolf 75 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Future Age: 50 Posts: 191 Drives: 09 370Z PG 6M Rep Power: 17	Although it was never a priority when house shopping last year, I bought a house with a garage and I am happy I did. I never did understand why people have garages and don't use them to park cars inside, most people in my neighborhood park in their driveways instead of the garage. It is so nice to be able to get in the Z in the morning without having to de-ice the windshield and windows, worry about hail, a tree falling on it, etc. It's also very nice knowing that it is relatively safe from vandals and thieves (not that I live in a bad neighborhood, but a nice car parked out in the open is always a target). An added benefit is that my car stays cleaner longer by not being outside all the time.

12-16-2009, 06:28 AM	#4 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	Two car integral garage at home was not enough. I had one built at my office, too. Now my Z is undercover 24/7, except for limited highway time (5000 mi./yr.). I sleep well and so does she...

12-15-2009, 08:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
tcarretti Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 78 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 17	I've got a reserved space under a 4 car carport. Keeps it dry and out of the sun. It's a little harder to keep it clean, but still safe.

12-15-2009, 08:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
nicknick Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 438 Drives: Mazda mx5 2007 6sp m Rep Power: 17	I already have a garage, so when I get the Zed it'll be protected from unnecessary exposure to the elements.

12-16-2009, 06:39 AM	#12 (permalink)
TX_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 5,389 Drives: American Rep Power: 29	No garage here, i get to park under a large oak tree, YAY! __________________ 2009 PW Nissan 370Z with Sports Package

12-16-2009, 08:45 AM	#13 (permalink)
zZSportZz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,095 Drives: 370z Blk on Blk 6MT Rep Power: 19	No garage here. The Z is my daily driver. Already has rock chips, and a tiny door ding which I fully expected when I made it my DD. When I own a garage, I will buy something garage worthy (i.e. GT-R). I love my Z, but I don't consider it a "must-have" garage car. The funny thing is, I "down-selected" to a 370z because I DIDN'T have a garage. __________________ --Rick

12-16-2009, 10:45 AM	#15 (permalink)
ctzn inquisitive Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Back in Midwest, StL Posts: 384 Drives: G35 Rep Power: 17	Mine lives in a gated, underground, heated garage I very seldom drive the thing though so I wouldn't want it sitting outside 24/7 (haven't driven it in over week as I type this )

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