How hard is it to steal a 370z?

zZSportZz · 05-30-2010, 06:13 PM

Sounds like that bait car show needs to visit this area

frost · 05-30-2010, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by zZSportZz

Sounds like that bait car show needs to visit this area

I love that show

drdre8424 · 05-31-2010, 03:02 AM

this maybe a stupid question...
but besides the fact that you'd be pretty f'ckd, what happens when you lose your key?

does the dealer use some computer thing to program another key, or do u have to pay like $23452345 to get another key directly from Nissan?

1slow370 · 05-31-2010, 03:15 AM

if you lose your key you go to the dealership (with the car somehow) and then they get two new fobs and use there fancy dealer only computer to reprogram it all, if you don't lose that little metal rectangle with some numbers on it that came with your car then they don't have to replace all the mechanical locks either so keep that baby in your dresser at home (if you didn't think it was just some part tag deal and throw it out like most owners). It's a pain and it will cost you lots of money, and it will be the worst day of your life and totally screw your plans.

drdre8424 · 05-31-2010, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 1slow370

if you lose your key you go to the dealership (with the car somehow) and then they get two new fobs and use there fancy dealer only computer to reprogram it all, if you don't lose that little metal rectangle with some numbers on it that came with your car then they don't have to replace all the mechanical locks either so keep that baby in your dresser at home (if you didn't think it was just some part tag deal and throw it out like most owners). It's a pain and it will cost you lots of money, and it will be the worst day of your life and totally screw your plans.

sounds like you know from personal experience...

Scott @ RA · 05-31-2010, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1slow370

if you lose your key you go to the dealership (with the car somehow) and then they get two new fobs and use there fancy dealer only computer to reprogram it all, if you don't lose that little metal rectangle with some numbers on it that came with your car then they don't have to replace all the mechanical locks either so keep that baby in your dresser at home (if you didn't think it was just some part tag deal and throw it out like most owners). It's a pain and it will cost you lots of money, and it will be the worst day of your life and totally screw your plans.

^^ mostly true. Unless you have access to a Nissan Consult II computer like we do. LOL But that is usually only issued to Nissan Dealerships.

As for the metal tag, it is the best idea to keep it for sure, but even without it the dealership can look up the code they need based on your VIN # and ECU bar code number. Of course they will want to see ID and a few forms of paperwork to confirm that you do indeed own the car, LOL hahaha

VCuomo · 05-31-2010, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott @ RA

^^ mostly true. Unless you have access to a Nissan Consult II computer like we do. LOL But that is usually only issued to Nissan Dealerships.

As for the metal tag, it is the best idea to keep it for sure, but even without it the dealership can look up the code they need based on your VIN # and ECU bar code number. Of course they will want to see ID and a few forms of paperwork to confirm that you do indeed own the car, LOL hahaha

That's good to know since I never got a metal tag with my Z...

Chris@FsP · 05-31-2010, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott @ RA

^^ mostly true. Unless you have access to a Nissan Consult II computer like we do. LOL But that is usually only issued to Nissan Dealerships.

As for the metal tag, it is the best idea to keep it for sure, but even without it the dealership can look up the code they need based on your VIN # and ECU bar code number. Of course they will want to see ID and a few forms of paperwork to confirm that you do indeed own the car, LOL hahaha

That's nice, but the 370Z and even the newer 350Z's use the Consult III

Scott @ RA · 06-01-2010, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by FailsafePerf

That's nice, but the 370Z and even the newer 350Z's use the Consult III

Haha... That is true, although...... if you have the correct upgraded software and the newest card for the actual Consult II hand held computer, than you can access many of the Consult III features, including but not limited to the NATS system of the newest cars.

Way to be on top of it though.

AK370Z · 05-31-2010, 03:16 AM

This guy did it ...

Crazy Italian guy tries to steal the new 370z !!!

fullmonty · 06-01-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

This guy did it ...

Crazy Italian guy tries to steal the new 370z !!!

Hahah I l0l'd

SkyZ · 06-01-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

Hahah I l0l'd

haha i did too, thats one way to steal a Z. take one from what looks like a nissan factory or nissan place. probably keys were in it XD.

Red370 · 06-24-2010, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

Hahah I l0l'd

guy had no intention of stealing the car, he just wanted to cut a few sweet drifts in here and there, thats all. And for that, I applaud him. Bravo sir, well done.

Scott @ RA · 05-31-2010, 03:36 AM

For the most part it is very hard to conventially steal the newer Nissan's. They have the newer and ever evolving NATS (Nissan Anti Theft System) A few years back when they stole my G35, they were smart enough to know this and just used a tow truck to steal it. LOL

Even if you had the exact key cut (even the proper laser key for the car) you have to use a Nissan Consult II hand held computer to properly program that particular key or set of keys to your cars particular ECU.
When we flash the ECU's in these cars we have to reprogram both the laser keys for the car as well, otherwise after 10 start attempts without the laser chip in the key properly programmed for the car the cars NATS system (that is built into the ECU) will completely lock any user out, even with the correct programmed key.

Jeffblue · 05-31-2010, 07:12 PM

as many of you know probably, my wheels were stolen off my car parked in my driveway. I did not have wheel locks on, as the dealer didn't have them in stock when i bought the car, and i didn't have time to get them after the fact. I had the car for less than 3 weeks. So yea, no wheel locks, no alarm, in front of my house in a nice neighborhood. you guys think wheel locks alone would have stopped this?

Needless to say, wheels replaced by insurance, in garage, wheel locks installed, viper alarm with tilt sensor/audio sensor/smart start will be installed on thursday.

Will your insurance company ever declare your car totalled if it has been stripped enough?

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Scott @ RA Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 410 Drives: Ridiculously Fast Rep Power: 16	For the most part it is very hard to conventially steal the newer Nissan's. They have the newer and ever evolving NATS (Nissan Anti Theft System) A few years back when they stole my G35, they were smart enough to know this and just used a tow truck to steal it. LOL Even if you had the exact key cut (even the proper laser key for the car) you have to use a Nissan Consult II hand held computer to properly program that particular key or set of keys to your cars particular ECU. When we flash the ECU's in these cars we have to reprogram both the laser keys for the car as well, otherwise after 10 start attempts without the laser chip in the key properly programmed for the car the cars NATS system (that is built into the ECU) will completely lock any user out, even with the correct programmed key. Last edited by Scott @ RA; 05-31-2010 at 03:39 AM.

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05-31-2010, 03:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
drdre8424 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: https://t.me/pump_upp Posts: 133 Drives: 09 Pearl 370z Auto Rep Power: 0	this maybe a stupid question... but besides the fact that you'd be pretty f'ckd, what happens when you lose your key? does the dealer use some computer thing to program another key, or do u have to pay like $23452345 to get another key directly from Nissan?

05-31-2010, 07:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 37 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 38	as many of you know probably, my wheels were stolen off my car parked in my driveway. I did not have wheel locks on, as the dealer didn't have them in stock when i bought the car, and i didn't have time to get them after the fact. I had the car for less than 3 weeks. So yea, no wheel locks, no alarm, in front of my house in a nice neighborhood. you guys think wheel locks alone would have stopped this? Needless to say, wheels replaced by insurance, in garage, wheel locks installed, viper alarm with tilt sensor/audio sensor/smart start will be installed on thursday. Will your insurance company ever declare your car totalled if it has been stripped enough?