Are you happy with your 370z?

Swede · 06-08-2010, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

hey swede you're typing MINI incorrectly. it's MINI for the new MINI's and Mini's for the classics.

ohh, didnt know.

ZedZed · 06-08-2010, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Swede

No i have not tested it and i know its totally different cars. I mean it feels expensive, i get more power or luxury in other cars for less than what a 370 z costs.

Convince me why i should get a 370 z

To be honnest I don't need or want to convince you (or anyone else for that matter) to buy a Z because I don't personally want to see many of them on the roads

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I'd recommend a test drive if you're interested

ZedZed · 06-08-2010, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

hey swede you're typing MINI incorrectly. it's MINI for the new MINI's and Mini's for the classics.

OldGuy · 06-08-2010, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Swede

I just wanna know how people feels about there 370z. Is the car reliable and fun, is it worth the price cause i can find it abit pricy compared to other cars.

What is the feeling ppl here have that has owned them for some time now?

Everything considered, I am pleased with my purchase.

I agree with many who say:
1) Price is good and deals at invoice or below can be had.
2) Very reliable car and mechanically solid.
3) Styling is gorgeous and impressive.
4) Car handles beautifully.

However,
1) Paint is very soft and chips very easily. Gotta' buy a clear bra.
2) Many consider the ride somewhat harsh.
3) Much road noise.

Test drive and decide for yourself.

j.arnaldo · 06-08-2010, 10:37 AM

Answering your reliability-related question, Swede: According to CR magazine, Zs fluctuate between "Better than average" and "Much better than average", so go for it, dude! A sweet, reliable vehicle that also performs well...Can't beat that! I own an '04 Touring Coupe that's v-e-r-y reliable; only repair has been the replacement of the driver's side power window motor. And the 370's got an even more powerful engine, and is much cuter, 100 lbs lighter than mine, and yields a couple more MPG!!!

pompey · 06-08-2010, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Swede

Well for me in Sweden it costs like 50 K so i can find alot cars like this or better, Dodge challenger, Chevy Camaro, mustang, alot of fun.

the challenger, camaro, and espically mustange cant even compare to the 370Z

Mergnthwirker · 06-08-2010, 10:40 AM

The best part about the Z is driving it! Some things I don't like (rear 3/4 visibility for one), but all is forgiven when hard on the throttle, heel-toe downshifting into a hard corner, blasting out on the other side... Makes me want to be out driving rather than working!

Touring interior is fairly nice, but not up to modern Audi standards. Ride/handling balance is nearly perfect for road use, could be a bit more controlled on the track. A bit noisy, but mostly in a good way - mechanical and honest. You always know what is going on with it. It is NOT a grand touring car, it's really a sports car. Drive = Love!

PapoZalsa · 06-08-2010, 10:43 AM

Best bang for the buck so far!

pompey · 06-08-2010, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ZedZed

To be honnest I don't need or want to convince you (or anyone else for that matter) to buy a Z because I don't personally want to see many of them on the roads

.

I'd recommend a test drive if you're interested

Jesse_Hunter · 06-08-2010, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Sibze

I think I am going to trade mine in for a smart car

Talk about power!

I think smart cars were designed with the reasoning that you could buy one(cheap) and still have a Z too!

fullmonty · 06-08-2010, 07:49 PM

My Z makes me want to touch myself.

shadoquad · 06-08-2010, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

My Z makes me want to touch myself.

My Z makes me want to touch fullmonty...

SophiaZ · 06-08-2010, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by fullmonty

My Z makes me want to touch myself.

My Z ACTUALLY makes me TOUCH myself

He's touched the right spot haha I love the Z...and all of the Z's generation...wished I've owned more than the 350 and 370z. ready to get an old school Z...they're gorgeous! But I still cherish the 370..... he's awesome!

fullmonty · 06-08-2010, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

My Z makes me want to touch fullmonty...

Boosted Josh · 06-08-2010, 08:22 PM

The good:
the car loves to be driven hard.
It eats corners and has great front end grip
nice interior for the price
great styling
somewhat exclusive
great aftermarket developing
mods are cheap
motor seems to be able to handle boost (good for those of us power junkies)
this board

the bad:
if you drive it hard you need an oil cooler
blind spot (I had to get a old person mirror after I ran someone out of their lane)
brakes are a little wooden feeling but are getting better now that they are broken in (or I'm just getting used to them)
NVH from the drivetrain, the car sounds and feels like it's going to blow when you get close to the redline.
Nav not iPhone compatible
Bose blows
revs hang in s-mode

06-08-2010, 10:43 AM	#23 (permalink)
PapoZalsa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Not in Sunny Florida Posts: 6,358 Drives: 16 Nismo w/Tech Pack Rep Power: 4499	Best bang for the buck so far! __________________ 2009 370Z MB Base w/Sport Package 6MT Modshack's Custom Air Intakes /3M Clear Bra/ Illuminated Kick Plates / F. I CBE w/12" resonators / EVO-R Front Lip / Rear Hatch Wing / Tein S-Tech Springs /Ilegal Tint in the Rep. of VA/4x20mm Z1 Spacers/ Vinyl Roof/Liquid Carbon Designs

06-08-2010, 07:49 PM	#26 (permalink)
fullmonty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Dirty Jersey Posts: 7,762 Drives: 370 Touring/Sport Rep Power: 33	My Z makes me want to touch myself. __________________

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06-08-2010, 10:37 AM	#20 (permalink)
j.arnaldo Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 937 Drives: Nissan 350Z, 2004 Rep Power: 0	Answering your reliability-related question, Swede: According to CR magazine, Zs fluctuate between "Better than average" and "Much better than average", so go for it, dude! A sweet, reliable vehicle that also performs well...Can't beat that! I own an '04 Touring Coupe that's v-e-r-y reliable; only repair has been the replacement of the driver's side power window motor. And the 370's got an even more powerful engine, and is much cuter, 100 lbs lighter than mine, and yields a couple more MPG!!!

06-08-2010, 10:40 AM	#22 (permalink)
Mergnthwirker Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Connecticut USA Posts: 243 Drives: '09 370Z PW MT6 S Rep Power: 15	The best part about the Z is driving it! Some things I don't like (rear 3/4 visibility for one), but all is forgiven when hard on the throttle, heel-toe downshifting into a hard corner, blasting out on the other side... Makes me want to be out driving rather than working! Touring interior is fairly nice, but not up to modern Audi standards. Ride/handling balance is nearly perfect for road use, could be a bit more controlled on the track. A bit noisy, but mostly in a good way - mechanical and honest. You always know what is going on with it. It is NOT a grand touring car, it's really a sports car. Drive = Love!

06-08-2010, 08:22 PM	#30 (permalink)
Boosted Josh Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 85 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 15	The good: the car loves to be driven hard. It eats corners and has great front end grip nice interior for the price great styling somewhat exclusive great aftermarket developing mods are cheap motor seems to be able to handle boost (good for those of us power junkies) this board the bad: if you drive it hard you need an oil cooler blind spot (I had to get a old person mirror after I ran someone out of their lane) brakes are a little wooden feeling but are getting better now that they are broken in (or I'm just getting used to them) NVH from the drivetrain, the car sounds and feels like it's going to blow when you get close to the redline. Nav not iPhone compatible Bose blows revs hang in s-mode