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

TheGreatOne · 03-24-2011, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

chevy cruze

kenchan · 03-24-2011, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

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

LunaZ · 03-27-2011, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by vgd

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

Exclusivity comes at a premium price. Otherwise, everyone would have one.
Of course, you could just go to Canal St. and get a knockoff.

jaedub · 03-24-2011, 12:54 PM

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

PapoZalsa · 03-25-2011, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jaedub

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

I just don't fit in the damn car!

11Thumper · 03-26-2011, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jaedub

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

I have a 2005 S2000 and I'm getting my 2011 370Z on Monday. Can't comment much on the 370Z but the S2000 has been great. Mine is stock, never modified (owned it since new) and never had a single issue with it. Not the best daily driver that's where the 370Z will fit in.

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

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	#15 (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

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03-24-2011, 12:42 PM	#8 (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

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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	#14 (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