Why a 370Z, Why not a G37

PapoZalsa · 06-23-2011, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by AutoRacer100

so why you chose to get a Z370?

Is that a new BMW model?

Alto101 · 06-23-2011, 08:27 AM

I was actually considering a G37s, then I realized my wife already had one! Now the big decision in life is which car to take to car shows, the G or the Z.

Brutal 370Z · 06-23-2011, 08:28 AM

I currently have a G37s and switching to a 370z. Its not that I had any major complaints about the G. It has been a great car. Very comfortable, performs when you need it to, and has all the toys you need. I don't discourage anyone from getting it. I am switching to the 370z, however for the following reasons:

- I am 21 years old, and the G IMO is made for a more distinguished and mature person because its a more professional car...I figure that as long as I'm young I might as well drive a true sports car as a daily driver and not a luxury coupe

- I was tired of driving my roommates around and trying to squeeze 4 people's grocery run's in the already limited amount of space lol (i.e. less car pooling as mentioned before)

- you do not give up many luxuries when moving from a G to a fully loaded 370 which makes the transition easier

- the look/feel of the car is more sporty (little noise reduction as compared to the G and a more performance-oriented stance for improved handling over the G)

- I really like the persimmon interior which was a major selling point for me

- Syncro Rev match is awesome and makes you feel like a professional (which I'm not)

Now I will go through the reasons I enjoyed the G so much:

- more comfortable for longer trips (my school is about 2 hours from home and I come home quite frequently)

- perceived as more of a gentleman, especially my gf's parents (which I'm not sure is 100% accurate but I'll take it)

- stock exhaust sounds better than the Z's IMO (but since I'm ordering the Stillen CBE for the Z, this is not bothersome)

- the laser cruise control system helped on longer drives as well

- it was a bit more understated than my old red 350z which made a noticable difference in the amount of attention I got from cops

- for some reason, I didn't feel as guilty for driving it in the rain/snow, maybe because its more of a lux-coupe rather than a sports car

I think ultimately, it depends on what you're looking for. Sports Car or Lux-Coupe (as previously stated)? Each has its benefits and drawbacks.

hope this helps.

FromG2Z · 06-23-2011, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Brutal 370Z

I currently have a G37s and switching to a 370z. Its not that I had any major complaints about the G. It has been a great car. Very comfortable, performs when you need it to, and has all the toys you need. I don't discourage anyone from getting it. I am switching to the 370z, however for the following reasons:

- I am 21 years old, and the G IMO is made for a more distinguished and mature person because its a more professional car...I figure that as long as I'm young I might as well drive a true sports car as a daily driver and not a luxury coupe

- I was tired of driving my roommates around and trying to squeeze 4 people's grocery run's in the already limited amount of space lol (i.e. less car pooling as mentioned before)

- you do not give up many luxuries when moving from a G to a fully loaded 370 which makes the transition easier

- the look/feel of the car is more sporty (little noise reduction as compared to the G and a more performance-oriented stance for improved handling over the G)

- I really like the persimmon interior which was a major selling point for me

- Syncro Rev match is awesome and makes you feel like a professional (which I'm not)

Now I will go through the reasons I enjoyed the G so much:

- more comfortable for longer trips (my school is about 2 hours from home and I come home quite frequently)

- perceived as more of a gentleman, especially my gf's parents (which I'm not sure is 100% accurate but I'll take it)

- stock exhaust sounds better than the Z's IMO (but since I'm ordering the Stillen CBE for the Z, this is not bothersome)

- the laser cruise control system helped on longer drives as well

- it was a bit more understated than my old red 350z which made a noticable difference in the amount of attention I got from cops

- for some reason, I didn't feel as guilty for driving it in the rain/snow, maybe because its more of a lux-coupe rather than a sports car

I think ultimately, it depends on what you're looking for. Sports Car or Lux-Coupe (as previously stated)? Each has its benefits and drawbacks.

hope this helps.

Well stated.

I think ideally, I'd want one of each. When I'm feeling reserved and in a business suit, I take the G. When I'm feeling like donning relaxing attire and a loud pair of Oakley's, I take the Z.

I wish I didn't trade in my G for my Z. I wish I kept them BOTH.

(enter Kenchan.... he is my idol... he has both!!!)

Brutal 370Z · 06-23-2011, 09:48 AM

Ya that would definitely be ideal!

kenchan · 06-23-2011, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

I wish I didn't trade in my G for my Z. I wish I kept them BOTH.

(enter Kenchan.... he is my idol... he has both!!!)

lol

but my G looks out of place when i go to HomeDepot.

so i take my FitSport...

b1adesofcha0s · 06-23-2011, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

lol

but my G looks out of place when i go to HomeDepot.

so i take my FitSport...

VaGntlmn · 06-23-2011, 10:46 AM

Looked at a G35 several years agp. Of course, it was advertised as "the best car in it's class". When I asked the salesperson how it compared to a Z, their only response was "different class".
Of course, I liked the looks of the G35 a lot more than the 350z; especially with the rear spoiler. It was a nice car, but it was like driving a pillow.
I'm glad I waited and got a 370. Love EVERYTHING!!!

kenchan · 06-23-2011, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by VaGntlmn

It was a nice car, but it was like driving a pillow.
I'm glad I waited and got a 370. Love EVERYTHING!!!

mine drives pretty razor sharp with its mods.

G35C and 370Z are two completely different cars though and thats why i like keeping them both.

06-23-2011, 10:46 AM	#8 (permalink)
VaGntlmn Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Centreville, Va Age: 65 Posts: 378 Drives: '10 Tour/Sport, 6MT Rep Power: 17	Looked at a G35 several years agp. Of course, it was advertised as "the best car in it's class". When I asked the salesperson how it compared to a Z, their only response was "different class". Of course, I liked the looks of the G35 a lot more than the 350z; especially with the rear spoiler. It was a nice car, but it was like driving a pillow. I'm glad I waited and got a 370. Love EVERYTHING!!! __________________ Bill 2010 370z; Tour/Sport; 6mt; BlackCherry/Grey; 318 rwhp; 265 lbs rwtq. To view a list of my mods, click here; To view a photo journal of the mods, click here.

06-23-2011, 08:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Alto101 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 93 Drives: 2011 370Z Rep Power: 16	I was actually considering a G37s, then I realized my wife already had one! Now the big decision in life is which car to take to car shows, the G or the Z.

06-23-2011, 08:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
Brutal 370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Greater Toronto Area Posts: 357 Drives: 11' MB/Pers/6M/S/Nav Rep Power: 16	I currently have a G37s and switching to a 370z. Its not that I had any major complaints about the G. It has been a great car. Very comfortable, performs when you need it to, and has all the toys you need. I don't discourage anyone from getting it. I am switching to the 370z, however for the following reasons: - I am 21 years old, and the G IMO is made for a more distinguished and mature person because its a more professional car...I figure that as long as I'm young I might as well drive a true sports car as a daily driver and not a luxury coupe - I was tired of driving my roommates around and trying to squeeze 4 people's grocery run's in the already limited amount of space lol (i.e. less car pooling as mentioned before) - you do not give up many luxuries when moving from a G to a fully loaded 370 which makes the transition easier - the look/feel of the car is more sporty (little noise reduction as compared to the G and a more performance-oriented stance for improved handling over the G) - I really like the persimmon interior which was a major selling point for me - Syncro Rev match is awesome and makes you feel like a professional (which I'm not) Now I will go through the reasons I enjoyed the G so much: - more comfortable for longer trips (my school is about 2 hours from home and I come home quite frequently) - perceived as more of a gentleman, especially my gf's parents (which I'm not sure is 100% accurate but I'll take it) - stock exhaust sounds better than the Z's IMO (but since I'm ordering the Stillen CBE for the Z, this is not bothersome) - the laser cruise control system helped on longer drives as well - it was a bit more understated than my old red 350z which made a noticable difference in the amount of attention I got from cops - for some reason, I didn't feel as guilty for driving it in the rain/snow, maybe because its more of a lux-coupe rather than a sports car I think ultimately, it depends on what you're looking for. Sports Car or Lux-Coupe (as previously stated)? Each has its benefits and drawbacks. hope this helps.

06-23-2011, 09:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
Brutal 370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Greater Toronto Area Posts: 357 Drives: 11' MB/Pers/6M/S/Nav Rep Power: 16	Ya that would definitely be ideal!