370z Complaints so far?

MightyBobo · 03-28-2009, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Jayp03

Wait, so the doors auto lock but don't open when u pull the handle? My car auto locks but all I have to do is pull the door handle and it opens (no need to press the unlock button and then open the door). I agree, I think the auto lock features is to prevent "other" people from getting into the car, rather than the passenger and driver opening it accidentally.

Correct. You have to shut the car down, to automatically unlock the doors. I found this a bit irritating when I took my buddys girl for a spin yesterday - went to drop her off, pulled the E-brake...and she cant get out lol. IMHO, if the car's at 0, and the E-brake is pulled in the stick, those doors should be unlocked.

dad · 03-28-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

I can't speak for anybody else, but I hated the sound of the doors locking each time I went anywhere. I have been driving since 1992 and I've never been in a situation either as driver or passenger where the door suddenly came open. In fact if my car were to ever become submerged in an accident I'd much rather have the doors unlocked than locked.

Window Punches

Pushing_Tin · 03-28-2009, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dad

Window Punches

I have seen those before, but I like to keep it simple. Pull handle, exit car.

kpsc370z · 03-30-2009, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Here are my complaints:

No heated mirrors, WTF is that about? Where I live it's foggy most of the winter and this is a huge safety issue.

No interior fuel release, not a big deal to most but here in Orygun we're too stupid to pump our own gas, so we hire people even dumber to do it for us. Now I have to get out of the car every time to open the fuel door.

No interior trunk release. Why?

No back up camera.

No fog lights.

It seems like there should be a bit more sound insulation in the rear near the tires as you get a lot of road noise and other noises from debris in the wheel wells.

These are mostly minor gripes. The car is fantastic to look at and drive. The navi is great as well. The Bose system is just fine for me. I buy new cars every 2 years or so, so I've had many, and I've never had one that was perfect, there were always a few things that drove me crazy, and this car is no exception.

all these complaints can be solved with 2 words... weight loss!
they were more in line with light weight and balance than comfort items

Pushing_Tin · 03-30-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by kpsc370z

all these complaints can be solved with 2 words... weight loss!
they were more in line with light weight and balance than comfort items

All of those things combined don't weigh 10lbs. They don't have to be standard, but they should be an option on a $40k car.

ohmy · 03-30-2009, 11:11 AM

I can't believe so many folks complained about the rear wiper missing on the 370... it was absolutely terrible looking on the 350, ruins the lines of the 350 completely... actually that was one of the reasons why I never bought a 350, the wiper just ruined the look for me - I am so happy to see it gone for the 370 ...

I think the mirrors should be heated, although I can't say it would annoy me as much as some of the other users seem to be...

SoCal 370Z · 03-30-2009, 11:15 AM

Had this thread not been named "370z Complaints so far?" then those reading it and responding might do so in a different light. It might have fared better being named "370z Issues so far?"

Musashi · 03-30-2009, 11:49 AM

I'm still really pissed off about the oil temp issues, especially since Nissan knows about it (Feb C&D). I called Nissan NA to complain and to try to get the oil and diff cooler put on. If anyone else has experience rising oil temps pushing 300 and rev restrictions make a stink this is BS>

DC370z · 03-30-2009, 12:14 PM

not to hijack this thread, are there any real serious concerns with the drivetrain, tranny, or something serious...all these issues noted are mere tadbits that come with any vehicle. If you know of a perfect vehicle, then you should of bought that instead.

molamann · 03-30-2009, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Musashi

I'm still really pissed off about the oil temp issues, especially since Nissan knows about it (Feb C&D). I called Nissan NA to complain and to try to get the oil and diff cooler put on. If anyone else has experience rising oil temps pushing 300 and rev restrictions make a stink this is BS>

300 under normal driving?

Anatoray · 03-30-2009, 12:22 PM

I think the only real serious issue is the oil temp. While it's been "proven" that the temp is "okay" during normal driving, there's no way of really knowing how that'll hold up as time goes by. The bad part is that Nissan knows about it, but is not doing anything to address it.

Besides that, as of now, there's no serious mechanical problems yet, but a trend with the base model seats moving during hard driving has come up.

CrownR426 · 03-30-2009, 12:31 PM

The only complaints you guys have is probably people moving so slow from looking at your cars!
Jackasses!

alefcole · 04-04-2009, 02:15 AM

The current colors suck, I wish they offered it in lime...........

spearfish25 · 04-04-2009, 08:05 AM

***Blindspots***
This would have been a perfect car to implement side-view cameras instead of mirrors. Nissan would also have gotten incredible publicity for having done so.

***Plastic Wrapping***
I keep finding little bits of plastic in the window and door frames that must have been protective door coverings when it was sent to the dealer. They are annoyingly difficult to remove.

***Fuel Gauge***
As already mentioned, looks dumb and loses some sophistication that the car otherwise has. Nobody what's a 'space car' with bars of lights and thats the feeling I get from it.

***Bluetooth Phonebook***
Why can't Nissan implement a system that downloads your whole phone book to the car? My 2007 Audi A4 had a speed dial phone book but also downloaded the entire phonebook so I could scroll through it on the car's computer to make a hands free call to anyone. On the Z, if they aren't manually programmed into the car, you have to pick up the phone to dial.

***Computer Display***
Having to scroll through all the information is tedious. Nissan could easily implement a design that shows multiple values at once. For example, why can't the car's range and the outside temperature show up together? There's no need to make them 'one at a time' with HUGE digits/letters.

Overall, there are some little things missing. A number of people have griped that a $38k car should have them included. However, my feeling is $38k gets you a AMAZING performer at an awesome value. Start adding in all the little extras and you have yourself an Infinity G37 for $47k.

Educ8r · 04-04-2009, 11:22 AM

I'm sure if it were offered in lime green your signature would be different, no?

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Originally Posted by alefcole

The current colors suck, I wish they offered it in lime...........

03-30-2009, 11:15 AM	#187 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	Had this thread not been named "370z Complaints so far?" then those reading it and responding might do so in a different light. It might have fared better being named "370z Issues so far?" __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

03-30-2009, 12:14 PM	#189 (permalink)
DC370z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: LA Posts: 8 Drives: 09PW6MT Rep Power: 16	Any actual issues that has not been resolved? not to hijack this thread, are there any real serious concerns with the drivetrain, tranny, or something serious...all these issues noted are mere tadbits that come with any vehicle. If you know of a perfect vehicle, then you should of bought that instead.

03-30-2009, 12:31 PM	#192 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 847	The only complaints you guys have is probably people moving so slow from looking at your cars! Jackasses! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

04-04-2009, 02:15 AM	#193 (permalink)
alefcole Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SJ Posts: 709 Drives: 2011 Black ZCP E92M3 Rep Power: 17	The current colors suck, I wish they offered it in lime........... __________________

03-30-2009, 11:11 AM	#186 (permalink)
ohmy Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 1 Drives: 08 C6, 370 next year Rep Power: 16	I can't believe so many folks complained about the rear wiper missing on the 370... it was absolutely terrible looking on the 350, ruins the lines of the 350 completely... actually that was one of the reasons why I never bought a 350, the wiper just ruined the look for me - I am so happy to see it gone for the 370 ... I think the mirrors should be heated, although I can't say it would annoy me as much as some of the other users seem to be...

03-30-2009, 11:49 AM	#188 (permalink)
Musashi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 357 Drives: 09 370Z 6speed Rep Power: 606	I'm still really pissed off about the oil temp issues, especially since Nissan knows about it (Feb C&D). I called Nissan NA to complain and to try to get the oil and diff cooler put on. If anyone else has experience rising oil temps pushing 300 and rev restrictions make a stink this is BS>

03-30-2009, 12:22 PM	#191 (permalink)
Anatoray Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kentucky Posts: 794 Drives: 09 BLK 370Z Rep Power: 17	I think the only real serious issue is the oil temp. While it's been "proven" that the temp is "okay" during normal driving, there's no way of really knowing how that'll hold up as time goes by. The bad part is that Nissan knows about it, but is not doing anything to address it. Besides that, as of now, there's no serious mechanical problems yet, but a trend with the base model seats moving during hard driving has come up.

04-04-2009, 08:05 AM	#194 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	*Blindspots* This would have been a perfect car to implement side-view cameras instead of mirrors. Nissan would also have gotten incredible publicity for having done so. *Plastic Wrapping* I keep finding little bits of plastic in the window and door frames that must have been protective door coverings when it was sent to the dealer. They are annoyingly difficult to remove. *Fuel Gauge* As already mentioned, looks dumb and loses some sophistication that the car otherwise has. Nobody what's a 'space car' with bars of lights and thats the feeling I get from it. *Bluetooth Phonebook* Why can't Nissan implement a system that downloads your whole phone book to the car? My 2007 Audi A4 had a speed dial phone book but also downloaded the entire phonebook so I could scroll through it on the car's computer to make a hands free call to anyone. On the Z, if they aren't manually programmed into the car, you have to pick up the phone to dial. *Computer Display* Having to scroll through all the information is tedious. Nissan could easily implement a design that shows multiple values at once. For example, why can't the car's range and the outside temperature show up together? There's no need to make them 'one at a time' with HUGE digits/letters. Overall, there are some little things missing. A number of people have griped that a $38k car should have them included. However, my feeling is $38k gets you a AMAZING performer at an awesome value. Start adding in all the little extras and you have yourself an Infinity G37 for $47k.