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-   -   How reliable is Nissan 350z & 370z ?? (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/13310-how-reliable-nissan-350z-370z.html)

frost 01-16-2010 12:57 PM
Have an 05 350 and a 370. Not sure what specifically you're looking for, but they have both started every time Ive tried.

MightyBobo 01-16-2010 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Slynky (Post 362913)
Well, why does it require such expensive oil? I mean, my RSX redlines at a high RPM, is a high-revving engine and an oil change is just $30 at the dealer. I'm sure the oil doesn't cost $9-10 a quart--why would the 370 engine need something so special ?
You can use whatever 5W30 oil you wish - it doesn't call for a specific type. Could run Mobil 1 if you'd like...or, hell, DinoJuice(tm).

Some just prefer the benefits that better oils have, like valve train noise reduction, among other things.

tonybui 01-16-2010 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Daishi (Post 362841)
I have about 6500 miles on my 09 370z its in the shop now and it was diagnosed to be a bad steering wheel lock. the intelligent key warning light went on and i couldnt start the car. had to be towed to the dealership. before that i had to take my car to the dealer for a grinding noise. after i would drive the car and get it up to temp turn it off then start it right back up a few seconds later it would make a grinding noise on startup.. dealer said it was the starter and that was replaced but my car still does it. But only when its extremely cold out below 30 degrees and only after i had just driven the car.

If i drive the car and wait a minute before starting it back up everything is normal.. Other than thos 2 things the car runs great no other issues..
This is what I meant reliable and it scares me to buy it when these things happen !! I mean I love these cars and of course cars will have some problem but it happen mostly to nissan and my cousin's G35 too !!

Daishi 01-16-2010 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by tonybui (Post 363156)
This is what I meant reliable and it scares me to buy it when these things happen !! I mean I love these cars and of course cars will have some problem but it happen mostly to nissan and my cousin's G35 too !!
In these cars there are alot of electronics.. and when its this cold in the low 20's like it has been its easier for things to go bad. I mean the engine is still fine thats the most important part lol. the steering wheel lock is electronic on this car and when its REALLY cold i could hear it struggle to engage and disengage and then it finally just went.

SigPapa226 01-16-2010 04:42 PM
The reliability of any model can be different from its predecessor, but I have had my 300ZX TT for 19+ years and its been very reliable and still going strong (knock on wood).

IDZRVIT 01-16-2010 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by tonybui (Post 363156)
This is what I meant reliable and it scares me to buy it when these things happen !! I mean I love these cars and of course cars will have some problem but it happen mostly to nissan and my cousin's G35 too !!
Not. There are millions of cars out there of all makes and models. None are perfect. Maybe car ownership is not for you if you're worried about reliability.

Lug 01-16-2010 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by frost (Post 362978)
Have an 05 350 and a 370. Not sure what specifically you're looking for, but they have both started every time Ive tried.
+1 My 06 has never has a single problem. It's only been back to the dealership for it's first 2 oil changes.

tonybui 01-17-2010 12:30 AM
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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT (Post 363358)
Not. There are millions of cars out there of all makes and models. None are perfect. Maybe car ownership is not for you if you're worried about reliability.
Well I'm not saying every car gotta be perfect but from what i've seen or heard, a lot of nissan vehicles (I'm just talking Japanese made) tend to hvave a lot of problems, I used to own a 06 honda civic, drove that for 46,000 miles no problems AT ALL. Then my 08 acura TL at 30,000 miles and same thing. My friend's 350z has to go to dealer for some problems, my cousin G35 engine wont start 3 times and also some problems at just 25,000 miles.

You feel me now ?? you are not thinking of what I'm thinking or is it just my lack of English vocab to express myself lolz

rcm2525 01-17-2010 01:21 AM
I'm not sure any of us are going to be able to give you what you want.
What are you looking for a 100% guarantee?

Just quit screwing around and get a Z or don't. Just do something.
:happydance::happydance::happydance::happydance:

Mr Ed 01-17-2010 01:47 AM
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Originally Posted by tonybui (Post 363974)
Well I'm not saying every car gotta be perfect but from what i've seen or heard, a lot of nissan vehicles (I'm just talking Japanese made) tend to hvave a lot of problems, I used to own a 06 honda civic, drove that for 46,000 miles no problems AT ALL. Then my 08 acura TL at 30,000 miles and same thing. My friend's 350z has to go to dealer for some problems, my cousin G35 engine wont start 3 times and also some problems at just 25,000 miles.

You feel me now ?? you are not thinking of what I'm thinking or is it just my lack of English vocab to express myself lolz
you know, notwithstanding those issues, if you wanna talk about poor quality - look to the USA built cars such as GM/Ford/Chrysler, or Australia - Ford / Holden (subsidiary of GM). Those cars are known for bad quality.

Or just keep to your Hondas. The closest car is probably the S2000. I dont know the cost of it in USA though? But you wont get the performance and the S2000 is starting to get a tad old now.

OldGuy 01-17-2010 10:24 AM
S2000 discontinued.

nuTinmuch 01-17-2010 11:47 AM
Every car has some problems somewhere. I've only had my Z for a couple of weeks, so I can't really comment about anything other than off-the-line quality, which is excellent.

I previously owned two GM cars and I didn't really have any major issues with either (though I did have some smaller issues). My main gripe was that they just didn't have a feeling of polish to them at all.

To be quite honest unless you hear about a common mechanical malfunction (such as the problem with WRX engines between 08-09 or the auto tranny in the Camaro) then I would just buy whatever car you like based on other factors. I mean, small **** will happen to any car no matter how good the quality is or how cheap/expensive it is. That's why you have a warranty.

tonybui 01-17-2010 02:46 PM
Alrite guys, I'm getting the Z hahaha

IDZRVIT 01-17-2010 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by tonybui (Post 364355)
Alrite guys, I'm getting the Z hahaha
:tup:

PapoZalsa 01-17-2010 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by tonybui (Post 364355)
Alrite guys, I'm getting the Z hahaha
About time...come to the dark side. :tup:


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