Hi, Someone please update me with the 370z !!!
 

Hello folks i am considering purchasing a 370z but i need to now what are some of the common problems with this car ( 09 model problems? 10 model?). Also what are the first mods that people usually do to this car! It would be very helpful if someone could answer these questions...

problems: thin paint, ecu noise, hatch sticking sometimes thats the majors. but none a big deal.
first mod: HFC, or CAI

as far as I know the hatch and ecu issue are 09 issues.

Problems: can't stop driving the thing, everyone wants to race you, smudged glass on the driver and passenger windows where people cup their hand to peer inside
First mod: CAI, HFC, and CBE seem the best for performance but I'm going with locking lugs, H&R 15mm/20mm spacers, and tint for starters

Yeah, that about sums it up. :)

like someone else stated the paint on these car is so easy to put swirl/spiderweb scratches on them

Can you please tell me more about the ecu noise? what exactly is causing the noise and how would you fix it. And can you tell me more about the thin paint issue and the hatch issues, have they fixed these problems on the 2010 models?

thank you guys for all this info! Because i am deciding whether to get the genesis coupe 3.8, or this car. That is why i wanted more info on the car!

Z>Genesis

way classier and better performance.

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i have an 09 and the ecu noise is just a high pitch noise coming from the ecu inside the car i dont have the problem and not all Z's do but some have had the issue the paint isnt much of a problem for me either because i have silver so it doesnt show as much but compared to a genesis 3.8? no comparison i looked at the two and the Z is just in a whole dif category in performance imo

Genesis got nothing on the Z, either styling or power !!

Does genesis has SRM ?

screw the srm, the genesis is a better match up with the 350HR, not the 370

Poeple must not be complaining about the ECU Noise, because there nothing in the sevice tech online support.

Nissan uses soft paint, get a clear bra

Hatch- hold the button in for a full second.

Everyone uses soft paint.. To be honest my Nissan paint has been better than the civic si paint. Everycar these days scratch easily.The only thing that pisses me off is how they didn't paint undr the hood like they did the outside of the car. They did it to cut cost.

Plenty of people have the problem here. must be nissan not caring.

and holding the button in for a full second or two or more doesn't fix the hatch

hell the belgian dealerships don't even have the service report on the hatch. :shakes head:

The hatch problem is not an issue. If you have an 09 just tell the dealer of the TSB and they will replace the part. I just got my mine replaced on Saturday, it works fine now!

Also, the ECU noise(high pitched whine you hear when the car is on/moving) isn't experienced on ALL cars but again it's an 09 issue apparently. Let the dealer know and they will replace your ecu with a new one to fix the problem. I have an 09 and I personally do not have this problem, hope this helps!

Yes, the paint is soft. It's not TERRIBLE but I would invest in a clear bra treatment if you are on highways a lot. I came from an 08 GTI which uses water based paint and that thing would flake and chip in a stiff breeze, so I have no issue with the Nissan paint, I still take good care of my paint though!

I pulled up next to a guy with a Genesis 3.8 Coupe yesterday and we talked for a little bit, last thing he said was that he wish he got the 370Z instead...he had the top of the line too, with the sport exhaust and all the stuff...

I noticed this too for the first time the other day - kinda happy about it because eventually I plan to change the color scheme on the car - not having to worry about the engine compartment makes it that much easier to change color. I do agree though that it seems like a cheap shortcut for such a nice car - does anyone know if they did this for the GT-R?

Il check it out in some hours.

nissan hasn't made a TSB for the hatch in belgian so my dealers cant get a hold of the springs

Both are great cars, it really comes to preference for you, you should go into both dealerships and see for yourself which car you fall in love with.

Motortrend has a video on Genesis v Mustang v 370z I think, if you want to compare the technical stuff, but other than that, you can probably find issues with the 370z's in a few of the complaints threads or that 2011 wishlist thread:happydance:

I bought a 2010 370Z Nismo ~ 40 days ago. I only have one problem: Obeying the posted speed limits.

Otherwise, this is by far one of the greatest vehicles I've ever driven... and I was 2nd in command at a Chevy Dealership for 6 years (owned by my dad). I've driven every Chevy, Olds & Cadillac produced from 1999 to 2005. I've driven BMWs, Audis, Ferraris and other cars i can't even remember. I even drove a Vette around the Indy 500 race track (twice) in 2002, after we won the contest in our area. I still prefer the 370Z.

For the price, the 2010 370Z Nismo simply kicks arse.

I almost bought one of those, 3.8 fully loaded an all that. I wasn't impressed with the performance, and even in the top of the line model it still had a PLASTIC STEERING WHEEL. The rest of the interior is nice though, and it's still good considering it's price.

I'm VERY glad I held out for the Z, yeah it's more money but it's worth every penny and then some. I do wish the Z included a Brembo brake kit like the track package Genesis had though. :P

Buy what you like. The Z is pretty damn fine out of the box, so mods aren't really necessary to get great performance. Most common performance mods are cat-back exhaust, high-flow catalytic convertor & improved intake. This car responds well to these bolt-on mods. Most common other mods are cosmetic: wheels especially.

The Genesis coupe is a fine effort, but really needs some mods to up its performance. Overall, it is more practical, more storage space, and so forth. But really it has no performance heritage, no racing cred, and the buyer base is much more female (not a bad thing when it comes to insurance).

If you really want a SPORTS car, the Z is the only choice in this price range, unless you buy a used Boxster, or Corvette or something. The Genesis coupe is more rounded, but won't deliver as well without mods if you have a real Jones for performance.

HTH!

while I am korean, as a third person, I put hands up for Z. Theres no doubt about it :)

Hyundai or Nissan... I think Nissan. Problems with the 370z is the constant noise coming from the hatch that about it.

My buddy bought a Genesis and had the dealership replace all the car badging from Hyundai to Sterling before he took ownership. Apparently in the middle east and in europe they sell the hyundai as sterlings, or some bs like that. The moral to the story, buy a car you dont have to rebadge, e.g. Z.

Ha ha ha, I can run to the store for a drink, and have to make an entire trip through town. Esp. since I'm still in my break in period, and anxious to get through it. :driving:

1" Holes on the front bumper underneath the license frame.

Front windshield and front bumper chips very easy.

Soft paint, especially red color.

Blind spots.

Other than that great car!!!!!

Disclaimer: I love all cars, I'm not saying this because I'm a Nissan :nutswinger: or anything.

The Genesis is not in the same class as the Z. It isn't even marketed against it, really. Quality, interior and performance wise it doesn't come very close. Subjectively, the rear styling looks awesome but the front needs some help.

I considered it briefly but once I saw/felt one in person I just had to walk away. TST sums up what I think:

Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L V6 Review | The Smoking Tire

Thanks for everyones reply! I really appreciate it !