Considering a 370, some questions..

Econ · 03-01-2011, 11:38 AM

also remember that if you buy the car, and then continually read and check these forums you will need a lot of self control not to let the MOD bug bite you...

Citadel · 03-01-2011, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

Plenty of room in the trunk if you pack it right. You can get 2 golf bags in there as others have shown.

Black & the 40th color are my 2 favorites. You can't go wrong with any color. Also, browse thru any noise and oil temp issues on the forum before deciding. They aren't deal breakers, just thought you should know before setting out.

Thank-you for that. I do envy the metallic color over all so far.

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Originally Posted by Econ

also remember that if you buy the car, and then continually read and check these forums you will need a lot of self control not to let the MOD bug bite you...

That's what happened to me when I got my Titan, too many mods to list. I like what you guys have done with them though, very clean looking.

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-01-2011, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Citadel

Goodmorning all,

I'm new here but I am posting to ask a few questions aimed at the owners of the 350/370's. Do you find the two seat ride a bit cramped? Is the trunk space sufficient enough to make a long haul with your luggage (3+ hrs)? What's your average MPG city and highway (granted, if anyone is like me, it's drastically reduced due to a lead foot)? Lastly, what's the main difference between the 350/370?

Just some basic questions, and I appreciate any who answer.

Currently I own an 07 Titan Crew cab with a lift and mud tires, but recently I've realized that I haven't been using the extra space (or bed) much at all. I figure for the drives I do between NC/SC I might as well be doing it in a smooth ride like a Z.

Thanks

One thing I wanna mention since you are asking about trunk space. The 350z. Has the crossbar right in the middle of the trunk. So you can only pack several small items in the 350::: the 370 crossbar is located right behind the seats so your trunk is exposed. The crossmember is also removeable on the Z if you need that last lil bit of space. The 370 has a much better trunk.

cossie1600 · 03-01-2011, 09:52 PM

Outside of the bar, I believe the 370 trunk is smaller though

Citadel · 03-01-2011, 10:09 PM

Again, thanks all. I have been talking with my girl about it, and she is pretty adamant on me keeping my truck. I don't know whether to part it out and trade it in, or sell privately...or keep it for that matter.

I'll let the forum know once I have made a decision, though it may be soon since I am test driving this weekend.

ProfessorDave · 03-02-2011, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Citadel

Again, thanks all. I have been talking with my girl about it, and she is pretty adamant on me keeping my truck. I don't know whether to part it out and trade it in, or sell privately...or keep it for that matter.

I'll let the forum know once I have made a decision, though it may be soon since I am test driving this weekend.

Take her with you when you test drive. She'll change her mind!

Some color choosing advice: There are 3 colors (red, black cherry, blue), black and white of course, and 17 shades of gray/silver. They all have fancy names to make you think they aren't gray or silver

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The all look good IMO. That's unusual for a car design, I think. So you can't go wrong!

jaedub · 03-02-2011, 02:52 PM

370z is actually spacious. Well.....Im not a big guy or anything so I have alot of room to play around.

And as previous comments stated, you can fit 2 golf bags in the trunk but barely.

Highway I get about a good 28 mpg. Not bad.

And 350 is a good sports car BUT 370 is even better than 350 hands down no doubt. Its shorter, lower, wider, and has a bigger engine...which equals to much MUCH better sports car features. 370 Interior looks a lot more amusing and entertaining. Got rid of every flaws that 350 had and improved it.

Overall, its bang for your buck, a great sports car that can out perform porsche boxster,cayman, some 911s, vette, mustangs, evo, etc. (on track). I have no compliant about 370......except some blind spots, but its a sports car so cant avoid blind spots =)

Fire · 03-02-2011, 03:20 PM

I have to side with your girlfriend. Keep the Titan. Once you get rid of it you will see all the things that you need it for. I would go for the same color as your Titan. Oh and go with the vert.

themann1984 · 03-02-2011, 04:10 PM

The Z is pure sex! It is hot, loud, and rough!

Citadel · 03-02-2011, 04:22 PM

Good to hear guys. I showed my girlfriend some pictures of member's platinum graphite 370's and she changed her mind fairly quick. Being its the same color as my truck, she loves it. Whether or not I sell my truck, that's a whole new question that I can only answer when I know what the dealer is willing to take for it.

There's a Nismo 370 being sold at a local dealer near my school, and I will prob be test driving it this weekend. ( Used 2009 Nissan 370Z Charleston, SC - Hudson Nissan )

Again, thank-you all for your input, it has helped tremendously

b1adesofcha0s · 03-02-2011, 04:27 PM

My 2 favorite colors are the 40th anniversary gray and the new gun metallic color for the 2011.

LunaZ · 03-02-2011, 07:39 PM

Cramped compared to what? Your Titan? Other two-seater sports cars?

Personally, I don't find it cramped at all. I like the seats and the ergonomics. I'm only 5' 9", though.

Trunk space?
A lot less than my Mazdaspeed3 hatchwagon and definitely nowhere near the cargo carrying ability of a Titan. I can get a large roll-abord in the hatch with no problem. Garment bags and an assortment of duffels or other soft-luggage is no problem. Two cases of beer, a bucket of KFC and two Coleman folding chairs fit, too.

My mileage sucks. I can't stay out of the happy place.

Smooth ride, but watch that cabin noise.

03-02-2011, 03:20 PM	#23 (permalink)
Fire A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: WNY Posts: 4,117 Drives: 12 ZL1 6mt black Rep Power: 42	I have to side with your girlfriend. Keep the Titan. Once you get rid of it you will see all the things that you need it for. I would go for the same color as your Titan. Oh and go with the vert. __________________ 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6MT coupe Back N' Black. 680hp

03-02-2011, 07:39 PM	#27 (permalink)
LunaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vagabond Posts: 6,704 Drives: Project: a white one Rep Power: 512	Cramped compared to what? Your Titan? Other two-seater sports cars? Personally, I don't find it cramped at all. I like the seats and the ergonomics. I'm only 5' 9", though. Trunk space? A lot less than my Mazdaspeed3 hatchwagon and definitely nowhere near the cargo carrying ability of a Titan. I can get a large roll-abord in the hatch with no problem. Garment bags and an assortment of duffels or other soft-luggage is no problem. Two cases of beer, a bucket of KFC and two Coleman folding chairs fit, too. My mileage sucks. I can't stay out of the happy place. Smooth ride, but watch that cabin noise. __________________ 2009 370Z Sport/Touring/Navigation \| see my journal for mods facebook: Be my friend... or not.

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03-01-2011, 11:38 AM	#16 (permalink)
Econ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 2,546 Drives: Fiat? Rep Power: 19	also remember that if you buy the car, and then continually read and check these forums you will need a lot of self control not to let the MOD bug bite you...

03-01-2011, 09:52 PM	#19 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 29	Outside of the bar, I believe the 370 trunk is smaller though

03-01-2011, 10:09 PM	#20 (permalink)
Citadel Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Charlotte Posts: 19 Drives: 07 Nissan Titan Rep Power: 14	Again, thanks all. I have been talking with my girl about it, and she is pretty adamant on me keeping my truck. I don't know whether to part it out and trade it in, or sell privately...or keep it for that matter. I'll let the forum know once I have made a decision, though it may be soon since I am test driving this weekend.

03-02-2011, 02:52 PM	#22 (permalink)
jaedub Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 906 Drives: 2010 Black 370Z MT Rep Power: 304	370z is actually spacious. Well.....Im not a big guy or anything so I have alot of room to play around. And as previous comments stated, you can fit 2 golf bags in the trunk but barely. Highway I get about a good 28 mpg. Not bad. And 350 is a good sports car BUT 370 is even better than 350 hands down no doubt. Its shorter, lower, wider, and has a bigger engine...which equals to much MUCH better sports car features. 370 Interior looks a lot more amusing and entertaining. Got rid of every flaws that 350 had and improved it. Overall, its bang for your buck, a great sports car that can out perform porsche boxster,cayman, some 911s, vette, mustangs, evo, etc. (on track). I have no compliant about 370......except some blind spots, but its a sports car so cant avoid blind spots =)

03-02-2011, 04:10 PM	#24 (permalink)
themann1984 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 100 Drives: 09 370Z Yellow M6 Rep Power: 16	The Z is pure sex! It is hot, loud, and rough!

03-02-2011, 04:22 PM	#25 (permalink)
Citadel Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Charlotte Posts: 19 Drives: 07 Nissan Titan Rep Power: 14	Good to hear guys. I showed my girlfriend some pictures of member's platinum graphite 370's and she changed her mind fairly quick. Being its the same color as my truck, she loves it. Whether or not I sell my truck, that's a whole new question that I can only answer when I know what the dealer is willing to take for it. There's a Nismo 370 being sold at a local dealer near my school, and I will prob be test driving it this weekend. ( Used 2009 Nissan 370Z Charleston, SC - Hudson Nissan ) Again, thank-you all for your input, it has helped tremendously

03-02-2011, 04:27 PM	#26 (permalink)
b1adesofcha0s A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: MD Posts: 40,963 Drives: HypeTrain Choo Choo! Rep Power: 141	My 2 favorite colors are the 40th anniversary gray and the new gun metallic color for the 2011.