I said GoodBye to my Z - III

m4a1mustang · 01-11-2011, 06:27 PM

Looks great, man. Enjoy.

BobDigi5060 · 01-11-2011, 08:38 PM

She's a beaut! Didn't know you had the 4s.

Good stuff.

cab83_750 · 01-11-2011, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BobDigi5060

She's a beaut! Didn't know you had the 4s.

Good stuff.

There was an S, but it was silver. Had not planned on getting the 4 due to weight. I came to realize that I probably would never hit the track so my ROI on the 4S grip would be greater.

BobDigi5060 · 01-11-2011, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by cab83_750

There was an S, but it was silver. Had not planned on getting the 4 due to weight. I came to realize that I probably would never hit the track so my ROI on the 4S grip would be greater.

I hear that.. I got to drive a 07 S a few years ago when I was a tech for VW, excellent cars.. Reminded me a lot of the S2K I once had.. The gearbox, engine, and suspension were all in sync.. It was a dream

Sorry to beat a dead horse, but were oil temps a reason why you parted with the Z?

SoCal 370Z · 01-11-2011, 08:45 PM

Big thumbs-up! Beautiful model. I don't even have to add "enjoy" as that's pretty much a given.

m4a1mustang · 01-11-2011, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

Big thumbs-up! Beautiful model. I don't even have to add "enjoy" as that's pretty much a given.

Way to one up me, ya jerk.

cab83_750 · 01-11-2011, 09:06 PM

Thank you all for the compliments and congratulations.

Understand that these cars do require a lot of care and, based on my own experience, if you do not have the skills, patience, creativity, tools, you better have the money. Else, they might take you to the cleaners.

Yes, I am grinning now. But 'balance of nature' will kick-in years from now and I might cry. I do have extended warranty, so major expenses should be no issues. I do plan on doing my own minor maintenance, until years from now when the warranty expires. I think I would have won the lotto by then.

As you can see, I am somewhat equipped to do mechanical work. The only thing I am missing is a lift.

JB1 · 01-11-2011, 09:39 PM

Nice! That's the upgrade I hope to make in a few years as well, Z to 997

dAvenue · 01-11-2011, 11:33 PM

Oooh that's a sexy car. I would definitely take her out for a nice steak dinner.

cab83_750 · 01-11-2011, 11:56 PM

Hello Bob,

I do not think it would be Kosher to discuss the Z's alleged-characters here. As you already suggested, the character you mentioned has been a beaten-horse many many times. I had a 280Z before and was very pleased and has been, and will always be a Z-fan. I will always lurk here hoping for the next Z-generation.

All I can say is that the 997S remains at 210 deg max using the same path I used to take on the Z; the Z would hit 250-260 driven a lot easier and slower than the 997S. Given that the regular 997 has a lower HP rating compared to the S, I wonder what the temps would be.

As a Volkswagen (possibly Volkswagen/Audi/Porsche tech?), you probably have your own guidelines about oil and engines. Let's possibly leave that as-is to maintain harmony.

FreshFish · 01-12-2011, 12:03 AM

Congrats W-

Parked it right where the Z used to be

Can sure show those Cayman S's in your hood who's boss now. Enjoy!

Gunzero · 01-12-2011, 12:45 AM

that nick guy is a straight fanboy..
getting all worked up over nothing.
anways cool car +1

cab83_750 · 01-12-2011, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Gunzero

that nick guy is a straight fanboy..
getting all worked up over nothing.
anways cool car +1

Not sure about others but I did not get worked-up. Classic case of 'book info/education vs. experience.'

Thanks for the compliments.

cab83_750 · 11-08-2014, 03:25 AM

I just saw this one and I thought, after almost 4 years, I would give an update:

1. The 997 C4S has been my daily driver.
2. 60,000 miles on her now and no major issues. I replaced the water pump and alternator recently. I do my own mtce so it has been pretty inexpensive to own.
3. Everything is still bone dry. No leaks or sweating of any kind.
4. As expected, I am on my 4th rear tires. These Michelins cost so much. Grrrr!
5. Still enjoying her everyday. No dings yet

Lastly, most importantly, and honestly
6. I do miss the Z. I still troll here and try to be incognito. I still stare at black Zs whenever I see one on the freeway.

DavidZ370 · 11-08-2014, 11:09 AM

Happy to hear, I'm sure the Z misses you too.

01-11-2011, 06:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
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01-11-2011, 08:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 34	Big thumbs-up! Beautiful model. I don't even have to add "enjoy" as that's pretty much a given. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

01-11-2011, 09:39 PM	#8 (permalink)
JB1 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 748 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z sold Rep Power: 18	Nice! That's the upgrade I hope to make in a few years as well, Z to 997 __________________ Black Fangs // Black rear Valance // Berk CBE // COBB post MAF tubes // K&N drop in filters // Setrab Oil Cooler // Stillen Sway bars // Z1 SS brake lines // Stillen brake cooling kit // Harness bar //

01-11-2011, 11:56 PM	#10 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 418	Hello Bob, I do not think it would be Kosher to discuss the Z's alleged-characters here. As you already suggested, the character you mentioned has been a beaten-horse many many times. I had a 280Z before and was very pleased and has been, and will always be a Z-fan. I will always lurk here hoping for the next Z-generation. All I can say is that the 997S remains at 210 deg max using the same path I used to take on the Z; the Z would hit 250-260 driven a lot easier and slower than the 997S. Given that the regular 997 has a lower HP rating compared to the S, I wonder what the temps would be. As a Volkswagen (possibly Volkswagen/Audi/Porsche tech?), you probably have your own guidelines about oil and engines. Let's possibly leave that as-is to maintain harmony. Last edited by cab83_750; 01-12-2011 at 12:04 AM.

01-12-2011, 12:45 AM	#12 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 259	that nick guy is a straight fanboy.. getting all worked up over nothing. anways cool car +1 __________________

01-11-2011, 08:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
BobDigi5060 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 49 Drives: 2013 G37X Rep Power: 17	She's a beaut! Didn't know you had the 4s. Good stuff.

01-11-2011, 09:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 418	Thank you all for the compliments and congratulations. Understand that these cars do require a lot of care and, based on my own experience, if you do not have the skills, patience, creativity, tools, you better have the money. Else, they might take you to the cleaners. Yes, I am grinning now. But 'balance of nature' will kick-in years from now and I might cry. I do have extended warranty, so major expenses should be no issues. I do plan on doing my own minor maintenance, until years from now when the warranty expires. I think I would have won the lotto by then. As you can see, I am somewhat equipped to do mechanical work. The only thing I am missing is a lift.

01-11-2011, 11:33 PM	#9 (permalink)
dAvenue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: present Posts: 1,971 Drives: angry Rep Power: 49	Oooh that's a sexy car. I would definitely take her out for a nice steak dinner.

01-12-2011, 12:03 AM	#11 (permalink)
FreshFish Base Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 201 Drives: on marshmallows Rep Power: 15	Congrats W- Parked it right where the Z used to be Can sure show those Cayman S's in your hood who's boss now. Enjoy!

11-08-2014, 03:25 AM	#14 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 418	I just saw this one and I thought, after almost 4 years, I would give an update: 1. The 997 C4S has been my daily driver. 2. 60,000 miles on her now and no major issues. I replaced the water pump and alternator recently. I do my own mtce so it has been pretty inexpensive to own. 3. Everything is still bone dry. No leaks or sweating of any kind. 4. As expected, I am on my 4th rear tires. These Michelins cost so much. Grrrr! 5. Still enjoying her everyday. No dings yet Lastly, most importantly, and honestly 6. I do miss the Z. I still troll here and try to be incognito. I still stare at black Zs whenever I see one on the freeway.

11-08-2014, 11:09 AM	#15 (permalink)
DavidZ370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: [= Posts: 1,065 Drives: 17' CWP STI Rep Power: 23	Happy to hear, I'm sure the Z misses you too.

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