370Z or used LS3 C6???

sprix! · 01-21-2009, 06:09 AM

I think both are worth their weight in a heaping pile of cash.

It would come down to whether you are comfortable buying a used sports car. I would heavily recommend against this, as you don't know its record. You don't want a car that has been beaten to hell; even if it has a "warranty". Speaking from experience, used car warranties are not as reliable and forgiving as new car warranties. And as someone who previously dealt with a used sports car that was billed as "certified pre-owned" and came with what I thought was a helluva warranty, it was a mistake. The car had more issues than it should have; due to the previous owner modifying things and the dealer not knowing or caring enough to put things back to stock order.
After all I went through with a used sports car, I can't suggest you get the used C6. The brand new Z is a better investment in this scenario.

speedworks · 01-21-2009, 07:23 AM

The C6 was one of the cars I was looking at as well. After driving one (used with 10k on it), I was very impressed with the hp/tq but was definately concerned about how 'rickety' it was. Made various squeeks etc on the inside. I also had the concern of buying a used sports car, because you know it has been abused - you don't buy them and toodle around. For me the new car (warranty) mystique made me go with the Z. As for handling, the C6 handles very well as well. So to me, I agree as above, it all comes down to your confidence in buying a used sports car. Good luck in your decision. (I also drove a 911, s2k, and 335i in making my decision).

01-21-2009, 06:09 AM	#1 (permalink)
sprix! Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 10 Drives: 06 Honda S2000 6MT Rep Power: 288	I think both are worth their weight in a heaping pile of cash. It would come down to whether you are comfortable buying a used sports car. I would heavily recommend against this, as you don't know its record. You don't want a car that has been beaten to hell; even if it has a "warranty". Speaking from experience, used car warranties are not as reliable and forgiving as new car warranties. And as someone who previously dealt with a used sports car that was billed as "certified pre-owned" and came with what I thought was a helluva warranty, it was a mistake. The car had more issues than it should have; due to the previous owner modifying things and the dealer not knowing or caring enough to put things back to stock order. After all I went through with a used sports car, I can't suggest you get the used C6. The brand new Z is a better investment in this scenario.

01-21-2009, 07:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
speedworks Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 550 Drives: PW purchased 01/09 Rep Power: 18	The C6 was one of the cars I was looking at as well. After driving one (used with 10k on it), I was very impressed with the hp/tq but was definately concerned about how 'rickety' it was. Made various squeeks etc on the inside. I also had the concern of buying a used sports car, because you know it has been abused - you don't buy them and toodle around. For me the new car (warranty) mystique made me go with the Z. As for handling, the C6 handles very well as well. So to me, I agree as above, it all comes down to your confidence in buying a used sports car. Good luck in your decision. (I also drove a 911, s2k, and 335i in making my decision).