Maybe I'm getting a little ahead of myself

vgd · 03-24-2011, 12:27 PM

A 370z is definitely in my future but maybe getting one now is too soon. I can afford the monthly payments but I think I would feel better with a cheaper car right now.

What are some other cars in the ~16k range? I've always wanted a "roadster" type car. I looked at the AP2 S2000 and that seems perfect. Although it doesn't seem to be easy to find a stock.. in my opinion any mods on that car make it borderline ricer. Also prices vary quiet a lot.

Thoughts?
Maybe other cars you guys may suggest?

nuTinmuch · 03-24-2011, 12:30 PM

S2k, Miata, Used 300zx/350 -- maybe even a Solstice GXP.

gbrettin · 03-24-2011, 12:32 PM

You could rock a 350z for fairly cheap.

jaedub · 03-24-2011, 12:36 PM

^ Yes, I agree. You can get a decent 350z for around 12k

kenchan · 03-24-2011, 12:42 PM

chevy cruze

vgd · 03-24-2011, 12:42 PM

As you 370 owners already know, the sort of feeling of exclusivity is cool

That is kind of the reason I kind of want to stay away from the 350.

The S2000 are hard to come by here, so it will be cool. Also a convertible is a huge selling point in this beautiful weather :P

TheGreatOne · 03-24-2011, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

chevy cruze

jaedub · 03-24-2011, 12:54 PM

My brother owns a s2000 and its such an amazing car. I'd take s2000 over 350z.

kenchan · 03-24-2011, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Sizzle · 03-24-2011, 01:36 PM

You can get a good used BMW Z3 or Audi TT for that amount too.

Red__Zed · 03-24-2011, 01:42 PM

S2k ftw

GZ3 · 03-24-2011, 04:04 PM

id get an s2k over a 350Z de, but not an HR Z

brado · 03-24-2011, 04:25 PM

look on autotrader.com u can get a low mileage g35 for cheaper than a 350

Mt Tam I am · 03-24-2011, 04:36 PM

300ZXtt best car I've ever owned. Buy that over a 370 and pocket $20,000 for the future.

cfweber · 03-24-2011, 05:10 PM

you said you can afford the monthly payments

done deal

start driving one

like the song says this isn't a dress rehearsal

03-24-2011, 12:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
vgd Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 10 Drives: I'd rather not say Rep Power: 14	Maybe I'm getting a little ahead of myself A 370z is definitely in my future but maybe getting one now is too soon. I can afford the monthly payments but I think I would feel better with a cheaper car right now. What are some other cars in the ~16k range? I've always wanted a "roadster" type car. I looked at the AP2 S2000 and that seems perfect. Although it doesn't seem to be easy to find a stock.. in my opinion any mods on that car make it borderline ricer. Also prices vary quiet a lot. Thoughts? Maybe other cars you guys may suggest?

03-24-2011, 12:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
nuTinmuch A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,092 Drives: PG 7AT 370Z Rep Power: 17	S2k, Miata, Used 300zx/350 -- maybe even a Solstice GXP. __________________ nuTinmuch! -- Platinum Graphite 370Z -- Check out my Gallery thread here!

03-24-2011, 04:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
GZ3 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: SATX Posts: 3,296 Drives: Z Rep Power: 21	id get an s2k over a 350Z de, but not an HR Z __________________ 09 GT-R 12' 370Z 7AT HANDED DOWN 12'+13' 5.0 SOLD

03-24-2011, 04:36 PM	#14 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3842	300ZXtt best car I've ever owned. Buy that over a 370 and pocket $20,000 for the future. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

03-24-2011, 05:10 PM	#15 (permalink)
cfweber Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Independence Posts: 388 Drives: 10 370Z BS 6 SP Rep Power: 14	live life you said you can afford the monthly payments done deal start driving one like the song says this isn't a dress rehearsal

03-24-2011, 12:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,237 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 542172	You could rock a 350z for fairly cheap.

03-24-2011, 12:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
jaedub Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 906 Drives: 2010 Black 370Z MT Rep Power: 304	^ Yes, I agree. You can get a decent 350z for around 12k

03-24-2011, 12:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	chevy cruze

03-24-2011, 12:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
vgd Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 10 Drives: I'd rather not say Rep Power: 14	As you 370 owners already know, the sort of feeling of exclusivity is cool That is kind of the reason I kind of want to stay away from the 350. The S2000 are hard to come by here, so it will be cool. Also a convertible is a huge selling point in this beautiful weather :P

03-24-2011, 12:54 PM	#8 (permalink)
jaedub Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 906 Drives: 2010 Black 370Z MT Rep Power: 304	My brother owns a s2000 and its such an amazing car. I'd take s2000 over 350z.

03-24-2011, 01:36 PM	#10 (permalink)
Sizzle Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 45 Drives: 2010 Black Roadster Rep Power: 14	You can get a good used BMW Z3 or Audi TT for that amount too.

03-24-2011, 01:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 119	S2k ftw

03-24-2011, 04:25 PM	#13 (permalink)
brado Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 216 Drives: 09 touring w/ sport Rep Power: 14	look on autotrader.com u can get a low mileage g35 for cheaper than a 350

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