Son's newly bought 09 370Z 6MT

daisuke149 · 06-26-2011, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by NewlyIMPORTed

I had my Z when I was 18 and I never did anything stupid in it. I would still have it today if someone had not pulled out in front of me. some kids are more mature than others the gamble is that you never know until you give them the chance.

18? **** i thought you and alex were like 13!

NewlyIMPORTed · 06-26-2011, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by daisuke149

18? **** i thought you and alex were like 13!

HAHA I know....

whatever man we cant help it! lol

MacCool · 06-26-2011, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by NewlyIMPORTed

I had my Z when I was 18 and I never did anything stupid in it. I would still have it today if someone had not pulled out in front of me.

Heh. Perhaps you don't see the contradiction in those two statements.

NewlyIMPORTed · 06-26-2011, 08:06 PM

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Heh. Perhaps you don't see the contradiction in those two statements.

contradiction? In someone pulling out 20 feet in front of me and it being their fault?

MacCool · 06-26-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NewlyIMPORTed

contradiction? In someone pulling out 20 feet in front of me and it being their fault?

You hit him, right?

NewlyIMPORTed · 06-26-2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by MacCool

You hit him, right?

I hit HER still her fault, im not on the argument of reflexes and vision. A 40 year old man would have done the same thing as me. All I am saying is just because he is 18 does not mean he is not responsible.

oleg · 06-26-2011, 02:30 PM

I'm 18 and most of the time I drive calm unless there is no one around because taking corners in this car is a sh!t load of fun, but my car does have oil temp issues even during a cruise in 70 degree weather so I guess you just need to see if it's one of those that needs an oil cooler for DD.

Synack · 06-26-2011, 03:26 PM

1st car?

Get the warranty. I needed it on mine.

Red__Zed · 06-26-2011, 04:20 PM

getting lost in the age of the owner is the price. What trim is it? 26.4 seems like it is not a very good deal unless the car has some packages...

BrianMSmith · 06-26-2011, 04:35 PM

I was (am) a superb athlete and driver, excellent student, never drank/smoked/drugged, never in trouble, now I am a successful professional, regardless I did stuff I shouldn't have when I was that age, luckily I got away with it. And a kid will do these things regardless of the car they drive, however, this car will get attention your son doesn't need and invite testosterone driven challenges from every other 18yo with a hard on, as is the nature of the animal, and will likely end up in street racing. I have the kids challenge me all the time, and I have enough control of my gentleman to not take the bait.

Have a talk with your kid about street racing. And drugs. You post online, you get advice you didn't ask for. Good luck and I hope you both enjoy the car safely.

RCK · 06-26-2011, 05:59 PM

Thanks for all the advice guys. I do trust my son and will continue to do so.

Synack · 06-26-2011, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by RCK

Thanks for all the advice guys. I do trust my son and will continue to do so.

An extended warranty is just something needed with any driver 16-30 in my opinion. I'm 23 and I've had a warranty on both of my cars and it has saved me numerous times. If any argument is to be made, this warranty will keep him out of many unexpected car problems that cause money (moreso with a 370Z), if you plan on him being in college then it will save so much time, effort, and money. College kids are broke, I was, it saved me. Also, if he's not doing college then just going out into the real world in the very beginning is super expensive. I just moved to Texas to start my very first real job after college and I've easily spent a few thousand dollars just on moving costs. He doesn't need any unexpected expenses, and certainly you won't want him asking for the money when the time comes around when a possible transmission goes out, or the air conditioning system fails. I'm just saying, it is a very smart investment.

sonic370 · 06-26-2011, 08:24 PM

congrats to your son he's a lucky young man........

duct tape the vdc to the on position...

Synack · 06-26-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by sonic370

congrats to your son he's a lucky young man........

duct tape the vdc to the on position...

Haha, so true.

retiredmd · 06-28-2011, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by RCK

Thanks for all the advice guys. I do trust my son and will continue to do so.

You would do very well to send your son to a Driver's School.
As a parent, I purchased both my son and daughter new cars (325 IS) after they both completed their freshman years of college-each with a perfect 4.0 GPA. There were two caveats: Both must attend and complete a Driver's School and neither could receive a moving violation whilst in college. Failure to comply with either would result in the car being taken away.
They completed both Novice and Intermediate training programs and neither received any tickets. They still have those cars today, now some 15 and 18 years after purchase.

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Synack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston Age: 37 Posts: 1,012 Drives: Sideways Rep Power: 17	1st car? Get the warranty. I needed it on mine. __________________ NO LONGER OWNS A 370 Turbo FR-S

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Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 121	getting lost in the age of the owner is the price. What trim is it? 26.4 seems like it is not a very good deal unless the car has some packages...

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BrianMSmith Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: secret Posts: 267 Drives: 370Z, Ducati 748S Rep Power: 16	I was (am) a superb athlete and driver, excellent student, never drank/smoked/drugged, never in trouble, now I am a successful professional, regardless I did stuff I shouldn't have when I was that age, luckily I got away with it. And a kid will do these things regardless of the car they drive, however, this car will get attention your son doesn't need and invite testosterone driven challenges from every other 18yo with a hard on, as is the nature of the animal, and will likely end up in street racing. I have the kids challenge me all the time, and I have enough control of my gentleman to not take the bait. Have a talk with your kid about street racing. And drugs. You post online, you get advice you didn't ask for. Good luck and I hope you both enjoy the car safely.

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RCK Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 9 Drives: 07 G35 6MT;09 370Z6M Rep Power: 15	Thanks for all the advice guys. I do trust my son and will continue to do so.

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