Nissan 370Z Forum
Page 5 of 5 « First 34 5
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Nissan 370Z Forum (http://www.the370z.com/)
-   Nissan 370Z General Discussions (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/)
-   -   Upgrading from a 370 to a Lexus IS-F (http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/28588-upgrading-370-lexus-f.html)

wolf370z 12-08-2010 10:19 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ImportConvert (Post 842250)
I cannot imagine an E92 M3 or IS-F being very fun to work on, or very practical without specialized tools.
It's really not. I owned a Mini Cooper S for a short while and they apparently use the same windows as the 3-series. Long story short I essentially had to replace the entire driver's side window mechanics (window motor, regulator). Even that job had a freaking special tool associated with it and what I got quoted for it was OUTRAGEOUS. It was a lot cheaper doing the work myself and went fairly smooth. Probably won't ever buy a BMW again without some sort of warranty. :ugh2:

ImportConvert 12-08-2010 11:09 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by wolf370z (Post 843861)
It's really not. I owned a Mini Cooper S for a short while and they apparently use the same windows as the 3-series. Long story short I essentially had to replace the entire driver's side window mechanics (window motor, regulator). Even that job had a freaking special tool associated with it and what I got quoted for it was OUTRAGEOUS. It was a lot cheaper doing the work myself and went fairly smooth. Probably won't ever buy a BMW again without some sort of warranty. :ugh2:
Replacing window-motors is a PITA. At least, on my WS6 it was. Had to drill through the door-panel, or drill the rivets out of the glass. Guess which one I picked. Sucks. Friend at the MOPAR dealership did it for me for $100 including a water-pump change. Can't beat that.

Either way, I am done with un-warranteed cars. The DD is the last of its kind I will own. From here on out, certified pre-owned for a DD, new for a fun-car.

speed_BMW330i 12-08-2010 11:23 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by PR370z (Post 837538)
Well guys i have thought about it a LOT, and I think im keeping the Z, the reason being is that i like the is-f but this specific one is not the right deal for me. I have a EXTRA clean Z, its only 1 year old with 6k miles wich I pay 560 a month. To change it for a 2 year old car with 25k DD miles (door dings, scratches, wheel scraches,tires dont match) and pay 700 a month its NOT the right deal. As some of you recommended ill probable get more goodies for my Z and make it faster than a stock is-f.
Dang!

It would have been cool to get a comparison from someone coming from a 370Z. I've looked at few ISF's and they have the HP and the reliability. Not too keen on the slushbox tranny, although in my case its not a big deal as I'm still learning how to drive a stick.

Looks wise, the ISF looks great in black with silver rims. The other colors aren't as hot.

To be truthful, a 2008 M3 is probably a better direction, but even a 2008 M3 with 15 to 20K miles is going for around $45K to $50K, which in my opinion, is a lot for $$$ for a three or four year old car.

Martin

ImportConvert 12-08-2010 11:39 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by speed_BMW330i (Post 843912)
Dang!

It would have been cool to get a comparison from someone coming from a 370Z. I've looked at few ISF's and they have the HP and the reliability. Not too keen on the slushbox tranny, although in my case its not a big deal as I'm still learning how to drive a stick.

Looks wise, the ISF looks great in black with silver rims. The other colors aren't as hot.

To be truthful, a 2008 M3 is probably a better direction, but even a 2008 M3 with 15 to 20K miles is going for around $45K to $50K, which in my opinion, is a lot for $$$ for a three or four year old car.

Martin
Brand new that car was probably 75K though. M3's stripped are not too bad, but you put even decent options in a BMW and you can add 20K to a price-tag FAST. I "built one" on BMW's website and about gagged.

KillerBee370 12-08-2010 11:43 PM
If you have grandkids I say, go for it!

Jose Aliling 12-09-2010 01:31 AM
yes.

RCZ 12-09-2010 07:08 AM
They are nice with nice transmissions, but meh. I can't get over the fake racer thing with the fake exhaust.

PR370z 12-09-2010 07:15 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Zeto (Post 842433)
PR, an off topic question. How are the chicks in PR? I'm going there for vacation. :tup:
The women here are gourgeous, though a little on the thick side, you will see when you get here. Enjoy your vacation

PR370z 12-09-2010 07:17 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by PapoZalsa (Post 843769)
Well in PR I can understand, not to many 350Zs or 370s!
There are a lot of 350,G35 here but not too many G37 and 370.

Zeto 12-09-2010 07:54 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by PR370z (Post 844144)
The women here are gourgeous, though a little on the thick side, you will see when you get here. Enjoy your vacation
Thanks! :D

ProfessorDave 12-09-2010 07:57 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by wolf370z (Post 843861)
It's really not. I owned a Mini Cooper S for a short while and they apparently use the same windows as the 3-series. Long story short I essentially had to replace the entire driver's side window mechanics (window motor, regulator). Even that job had a freaking special tool associated with it and what I got quoted for it was OUTRAGEOUS. It was a lot cheaper doing the work myself and went fairly smooth. Probably won't ever buy a BMW again without some sort of warranty. :ugh2:
Had my driver's side window motor replaced twice on my Cooper. The parts are crap.


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:56 AM.
Page 5 of 5 « First 34 5
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2