Need help picking out my new Z, also, prev 350 drivers would like your input.

m4a1mustang · 10-12-2010, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by SophiaZ

Yawn...

XwChriswX · 10-12-2010, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Whatever you do, get the color you don't want first then trade it in on the one you really wanted to begin with.

That is why you got a RED Z right???

SophiaZ · 10-12-2010, 10:28 AM

^ I agree.
I did come from a 04 350z and Im glad I made the switch! It rides and handles so much better. The only pro IMO about the 350z is that the stock exhaust sounds way better than the 370z. But an F.I. Exhaust will be the fix to that

kenchan · 10-12-2010, 11:05 AM

OP- you're coming form a modded 350z, right? im a little skeptical that you'll be just suddenly satisifed with a nismo. i think you're going to mod it anyways... so get the base.

XwChriswX · 10-12-2010, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

OP- you're coming form a modded 350z, right? im a little skeptical that you'll be just suddenly satisifed with a nismo. i think you're going to mod it anyways... so get the base.

Spending 10k more for a kit and some basic improvements prolly is a bit much. I think you'll be happier getting a good deal on a sport pkg and putting that 10k in better mods.

PLatinum350 · 10-13-2010, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

OP- you're coming form a modded 350z, right? im a little skeptical that you'll be just suddenly satisifed with a nismo. i think you're going to mod it anyways... so get the base.

Yes I am and this is what I was also wondering. The main reason I was looking at getting the Nismo is for the bodykit. I know I'll want one (I always do) but don't feel like bothering with it, had several issues with paint work etc on the last one.
The flip side of it, I get the Nismo then want to strip some of the mods off to replace with what I want.
Either way, I will be getting one that is slightly used...
Thanks for you input!

m4a1mustang · 10-12-2010, 11:10 AM

It makes me feel more pretentious than Arizona Tea, therefore it is better!

TreeSemdyZee · 10-12-2010, 12:26 PM

I had an '05 and the 370 is a huge upgrade IMO. No rattles, I think it feels "more secure" when I'm driving. Tighter fitting seats (or maybe I just fill them out more

).
The only thing I miss from the 350 is paint color. I had Daytona Blue and loved it.
The Nismo is not really going to give you much more "oomf". It's built with better handling, etc. More track friendly.
Gopher it. Don't be scurred.

cossie1600 · 10-12-2010, 12:43 PM

If your 350 is old, I would say go for it. If your 350 is in great shape, don't waste your money. The difference is small enough that it isn't worth the $15K (of course some of you guys are loaded, so it doesnt matter)

PLatinum350 · 10-13-2010, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600

If your 350 is old, I would say go for it. If your 350 is in great shape, don't waste your money. The difference is small enough that it isn't worth the $15K (of course some of you guys are loaded, so it doesnt matter)

Yea, the only reason I'm about to do it is cause of the miles I have on mine. Just hit 100K and would rather sell it while I can still get something for it. It's in amazing shape though.

UNKNOWN_370 · 10-12-2010, 06:28 PM

i am a recurring G owner but have driven both 350and 370z often. the only things i felt thats better in a 350z was better color pallette and initial low end torque. from 0-30mph it felt like the 350 pulled a little harder. mid-high end torque on the 370z is much harder on the 370 though. handling, steering feel and overall quality is way better on the 370 too.

Kirkster · 10-13-2010, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

i am a recurring G owner but have driven both 350and 370z often. the only things i felt thats better in a 350z was better color pallette and initial low end torque. from 0-30mph it felt like the 350 pulled a little harder. mid-high end torque on the 370z is much harder on the 370 though. handling, steering feel and overall quality is way better on the 370 too.

What you don't like the 16 shades of ~~gay~~ grey that the 370 comes in???

I came from a burnt orange 350 Track Edition. I would love to have had some better color choices in 2010. I have heard for 2011 they are adding another grey color

The 370 is an all around better handling car. More planted and feels way more responsive in the curves. The stock power is also much better, but I intend to do an SC kit once the two vendors get them all figured out.

The interior is three or six steps up from the 350 as well. Just a great evolution of the brand.

LuckyJinx · 10-12-2010, 06:40 PM

I had a modded 350 also. My dad loves the 350, but the 370z isn't as shaky as the 350 was. The Nismo had about the same design I wanted a kit to be put on the reg Z, so that worked out fine.

sonic370 · 10-12-2010, 07:25 PM

I had a 05 350. The 370 is a big improvement in every area. imho.

but from what i've read on this forum imo,the biggest improvement would be the tranny. the 7AT is a major upgrade from the 5AT in the 350. it almost passes as a manual....

where as the manual in the 370 wasn't as a big change,not counting SRM.

Sports package will be the best 3 grand you spend................

also you can upgrade from the 350.com forum!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

optiontrader · 10-12-2010, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by sonic370

it almost passes as a manual....

Blasphemy!!!

Hehe - but from all accounts, I've been told that slushbox kicks butt! Also better in SoCal traffic...

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SophiaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,466 Drives: 2020 50th anniv 7AT Rep Power: 6734	^ I agree. I did come from a 04 350z and Im glad I made the switch! It rides and handles so much better. The only pro IMO about the 350z is that the stock exhaust sounds way better than the 370z. But an F.I. Exhaust will be the fix to that

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	OP- you're coming form a modded 350z, right? im a little skeptical that you'll be just suddenly satisifed with a nismo. i think you're going to mod it anyways... so get the base.

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TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 62 Posts: 4,888 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27410	I had an '05 and the 370 is a huge upgrade IMO. No rattles, I think it feels "more secure" when I'm driving. Tighter fitting seats (or maybe I just fill them out more ). The only thing I miss from the 350 is paint color. I had Daytona Blue and loved it. The Nismo is not really going to give you much more "oomf". It's built with better handling, etc. More track friendly. Gopher it. Don't be scurred.

10-12-2010, 12:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 32	If your 350 is old, I would say go for it. If your 350 is in great shape, don't waste your money. The difference is small enough that it isn't worth the $15K (of course some of you guys are loaded, so it doesnt matter)

10-12-2010, 06:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14860	i am a recurring G owner but have driven both 350and 370z often. the only things i felt thats better in a 350z was better color pallette and initial low end torque. from 0-30mph it felt like the 350 pulled a little harder. mid-high end torque on the 370z is much harder on the 370 though. handling, steering feel and overall quality is way better on the 370 too.

10-12-2010, 06:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
LuckyJinx Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 465 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 16	I had a modded 350 also. My dad loves the 350, but the 370z isn't as shaky as the 350 was. The Nismo had about the same design I wanted a kit to be put on the reg Z, so that worked out fine.

10-12-2010, 07:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
sonic370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Orange Texas Posts: 1,574 Drives: 09 370Z Sports PGK Rep Power: 20	I had a 05 350. The 370 is a big improvement in every area. imho. but from what i've read on this forum imo,the biggest improvement would be the tranny. the 7AT is a major upgrade from the 5AT in the 350. it almost passes as a manual.... where as the manual in the 370 wasn't as a big change,not counting SRM. Sports package will be the best 3 grand you spend................ also you can upgrade from the 350.com forum!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!