370z Complaints so far?

Red__Zed · 12-20-2012, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by enkei2k

My major complaint is that we got ripped off by not having a rear wiper like the Z33 had. Yes international 370Z have rear wipers but USDM don't

Location:NYC

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Originally Posted by Haboob

Meh, overrated.

Just drive faster or do like I do and don't even look out the rear window. Pointless anyways.

Location: Pheonix, AZ

Location says it all.

JARblue · 12-20-2012, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Location says it all.

but the rear wiper on the 350Z is fugly. I definitely am glad the 370Z doesn't have one (purely cosmetic reasons, though).

Zero complaints - there are too many things I love about the car to start nitpicking the minor things that are bothersome to me.

My biggest complaint is the lack of "What Oil Should I Buy?" and "What Tires Should I Buy?" threads on this forum.

Red__Zed · 12-20-2012, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

but the rear wiper on the 350Z is fugly. I definitely am glad the 370Z doesn't have one (purely cosmetic reasons, though).

I agree, but if I lived in NYC I'd probably decide it was worth it

HankL · 12-22-2012, 11:25 AM

I do love my but there are a few things . . .

Regarding problems, my hatch sticks in cold weather, it pops up but doesn't completely release, you have to press the button again. One of the cargo hold downs broke after 1 1/2 years and I wasn't even trying to bungee down a Buick, just my work bag.

For dislikes, there are a few . . .
Agree with the comments about the seats. I wish the bottom had more adjustment range and was slightly longer (I'm 5'10" - 170 lbs.). That said, drive an S2000 sometime, holy crap, talk about tight. The side bolsters will poke holes in ya!

I hate (I know, such a strong word) auto headlights so the fact that Nissan doesn't put the auto position at either end makes me crazy.

Even more, I hate (there I go again) the auto dash lights, please just give me a day/night button, I can handle it, really !

Car should have a telescoping steering column.

The gate for 5th and 6th gears could use some work. It is hard to skip 5th and not hit the reverse gate. Maybe it's the reverse gate that could use a tweak.

Still love my Z.

luigi90210 · 12-23-2012, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by HankL

The gate for 5th and 6th gears could use some work. It is hard to skip 5th and not hit the reverse gate. Maybe it's the reverse gate that could use a tweak.

how the heck are you able to do that? unless you are pushing down on the stick, it shouldnt let you put it into reverse

i dont have that problem skipping 5th

onzedge · 12-23-2012, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by luigi90210

how the heck are you able to do that? unless you are pushing down on the stick, it shouldnt let you put it into reverse

i dont have that problem skipping 5th

Zoren 370 · 12-23-2012, 05:06 PM

My only complain about the Z is Im having a hard time driving it slow .

I HATE that it just take for a few seconds to reach 60 to 100miles/hr then I had to slow down again to maintain the speed limit of 70miles.

Cruise control is such a bore.

I wish there's a autobahn over here.

scope22 · 12-23-2012, 09:07 PM

Seats do suck, i was sitting my boss's porsche, and i loved how low and sporty the seats were.

Visibility is not a problem since i'm passing everyone anyways, panoramic side mirrors would be cool tho.

Clock gauge should have arms to match other gauges instead of numbers.

HankL · 12-24-2012, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

It doesn't go into reverse, I have to be very deliberate going from 4th to 6th or the shifter catches the edge of what I can only guess is the reverse gate. 3rd to 5th is no issue. In general, I find 5th and 6th to be not as smooth as 1 through 4. After driving my CL for 8 years I got used to the feel and maybe still haven't adjusted. IMHO Nissan could learn something from Honda shifters.

Anyway, just my experience. Thanks for reading the post.

OldGuy · 12-08-2013, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by HankL

I do love my but there are a few things . . .

Regarding problems, my hatch sticks in cold weather, it pops up but doesn't completely release, you have to press the button again. One of the cargo hold downs broke after 1 1/2 years and I wasn't even trying to bungee down a Buick, just my work bag.

For dislikes, there are a few . . .
Agree with the comments about the seats. I wish the bottom had more adjustment range and was slightly longer (I'm 5'10" - 170 lbs.). That said, drive an S2000 sometime, holy crap, talk about tight. The side bolsters will poke holes in ya!

I hate (I know, such a strong word) auto headlights so the fact that Nissan doesn't put the auto position at either end makes me crazy.

Even more, I hate (there I go again) the auto dash lights, please just give me a day/night button, I can handle it, really !

Car should have a telescoping steering column.

The gate for 5th and 6th gears could use some work. It is hard to skip 5th and not hit the reverse gate. Maybe it's the reverse gate that could use a tweak.

Still love my Z.

After four years and new hatch springs, my hatch also continues to require the double take as soon as the weather cools. Has anyone found a solution to this annoyance?

SouthArk370Z · 12-08-2013, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

After four years and new hatch springs, my hatch also continues to require the double take as soon as the weather cools. Has anyone found a solution to this annoyance?

Put some coins in the bottom of the rubber boot of the hatch spring. Very easy job. At least one DIY on this site.

Edit: And make sure the seal and the mating surface are clean and not sticking.

DEpointfive0 · 12-08-2013, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

After four years and new hatch springs, my hatch also continues to require the double take as soon as the weather cools. Has anyone found a solution to this annoyance?

This will hopefully help a bit
DIY: Weight reduction/Fix hatch not opening issue

12-22-2012, 11:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
HankL Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PA Posts: 25 Drives: '11 Touring/Sport 6M Rep Power: 16	My List I do love my but there are a few things . . . Regarding problems, my hatch sticks in cold weather, it pops up but doesn't completely release, you have to press the button again. One of the cargo hold downs broke after 1 1/2 years and I wasn't even trying to bungee down a Buick, just my work bag. For dislikes, there are a few . . . Agree with the comments about the seats. I wish the bottom had more adjustment range and was slightly longer (I'm 5'10" - 170 lbs.). That said, drive an S2000 sometime, holy crap, talk about tight. The side bolsters will poke holes in ya! I hate (I know, such a strong word) auto headlights so the fact that Nissan doesn't put the auto position at either end makes me crazy. Even more, I hate (there I go again) the auto dash lights, please just give me a day/night button, I can handle it, really ! Car should have a telescoping steering column. The gate for 5th and 6th gears could use some work. It is hard to skip 5th and not hit the reverse gate. Maybe it's the reverse gate that could use a tweak. Still love my Z.

12-23-2012, 05:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913654	My only complain about the Z is Im having a hard time driving it slow . I HATE that it just take for a few seconds to reach 60 to 100miles/hr then I had to slow down again to maintain the speed limit of 70miles. Cruise control is such a bore. I wish there's a autobahn over here. CDepp likes this.

12-23-2012, 09:07 PM	#8 (permalink)
scope22 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 1,179 Drives: wife crazy Rep Power: 56	Seats do suck, i was sitting my boss's porsche, and i loved how low and sporty the seats were. Visibility is not a problem since i'm passing everyone anyways, panoramic side mirrors would be cool tho. Clock gauge should have arms to match other gauges instead of numbers.