Son's newly bought 09 370Z 6MT
 

Just bought my son an 09 370 6MT with 6,000 miles on it for $26,400. Good deal, I think. Wife and I own an 07 G35S6MT.

A few questions. 1) Should I purchase an extended warranty? I know there is usually a resounding "no" on this. But car is near end of basic 3 year manufacturer coverage because of car's age, not miles. I know "drive train" warranty is still in force up to 5 years, but extended warranty seems to cover more issues. And my son lives in Florida, we live in Brooklyn. This is his 1st car. Don't trust mechanics dealing with a young driver.

2) No fog lights on the 370Z?

3) Noticed the engine temperature issue on this forum but drove in stop and go for 45 minutes in 85 degrees yesterday and the temp was solid and cool. Is there something else I should be looking for?

Is he 16? If so then you have other problems you will need to worry about. This is a lot of car for a new driver.

He just needededed an excuse to buy one. Its really his car in disguise. :D

Yes, watch out for windsheilds caving in when hitting a deer.

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I wouldn't worry about an extended warranty, personally. There haven't been major defects on the car, so I'm not sure it would be worth it.

No, we don't have any fog lights, but our high beams are literally two small suns attached to the front of the car.

And oil temperature isn't an issue unless you are driving fairly hard or driving "spirited" in exceptionally hot weather. I've almost had my car for two years now and I've never had an issue.

No, he's not 16. He's nearly 18. LOL, but he's very responsible, excellent student, superb driver, natural athlete (tennis), outstanding peripheral vision, quick, calm reflexes. Wife feels safer with him behind wheel than she does with me. He's ben driving my G since he was 16

And yeah, it's the kind of car I would drive if I were a teen. As it was, I had an orange 2002 BMW in 1970. Cost $2,900 hundred then but so did college. Yep, a certifiable geezer. Learned to drive as a cabbie in NYC when I was 19. Still aggressive after all these years.

warranty's are one of those thigns that prolly 29 out of 30 people will not need it.

most of those who purchased it wille nd up feeling it was a waste of money.

and then tehre are a few who did not buy it and wish they did.

even fewer who are happy they did.

So really what im saying is, no one can tell you if you SHOUlD, or if you would NEED it. Its basically a gamble everytime. But, if its one of those things that just simply gives you peace of mind for 500$ then just do it. Peace of mind is worth alot more than that. If you feel like having it still wont give you peace of mind then its probably not worth it.

Oil temps is one of those things just keep an eye on it. Nothing to be worried about, but doesnt hurt.

Superb driver?....outstanding peripheral vision?... Wow. I really hope your just trolling, because there is no such thing as a responsible 18 year old when you put him behind the wheel of sports car. It's one thing when he's driving with his Mom holding his hand, another when he's alone or with a girl/guy.

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when i was in the car with my parents i was the 80 year old man driving his buick but as soon as they were gone it was like paul walker got behind the wheel all of a sudden. :eekdance:

people mature differently though im only 21 (and for all the haters yes i bought The Z myself went to work at 17 and started saving my pennies) i dont drive anywhere near like i used to just kinda cruise around in the Z :driving:

i bought my 2011 base metiallic Z when i was 21 (turning 22 the following month, been saver my whole life, never really spent money at will, always kept ir in check but i never really knew what i was saving for... i was just...saving... until someone metioned to me...hey what about a new car... so i started researching the Different cars.... Nissan was on of the dead last companies on my list if at all.... i just happen to stumble across the site when searching for other options, decided heck why not.... and clicked on the coupe section of the site....thought to myself ... "DO MY EYES DECIEVE ME?!?!" The Z was there staring at me in the face saying "come on... you know you want me.... " researched it tirelessly for the next month, and almost a month later... Bought my Z... negoiated a grand off the asking price, and put down 12,000 ontop my trade in )6500 they gave me)

Dont regret it one bit.... now back to saving

Your an awesome dad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish the best of luck to you and your son, but you better make sure he is ready for a car like that. My first car had 90hp and I was an animal with it LOL, never crashed but I drove like a 17 year old. But anyway this is America and you can do whatever you want. Back on topic, the oil temp is not a huge issue but if your son starts to mod the car or ever tracks it you guys might want to invest in an oil cooler.

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!

HAHA I know.... :shakes head: whatever man we cant help it! lol

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.

1st car?

Get the warranty. I needed it on mine.

Oh come on. That sounds like an argument my son would try on me. If it were all about the reflexes and peripheral vision, every teenage driver would be paying less than 50 year-olds for car insurance.

And yes, I'm sure he's a very careful driver when his mother is in the car.

That is said by way of observation, not prediction. I don't know your son. Maybe he'll be the one teenager that bucks the odds. The 370Z is indeed a very quick car, and it most definitely encourages "spirited" driving.



ETA: Get the warranty. You can afford it, and it will buy you some piece of mind.
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Heh. Perhaps you don't see the contradiction in those two statements.

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...

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.

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

RCK,

Been on lots of boards over the years. And every one responded the same way when a young man (never a young woman – guess they don’t drive?) gets a car they now covet. I guess everyone just remembers what they were like at that age.

As for the warrantee, do not buy from an independent provider. Check the records and you will see most suck in purchases then fold under bankruptcy leaving the buyers holding the bag. I assume Nissan offers one. That’s the one I would get. Keep in mind, that these are loaded with markup. So shop it around. Typically, you’ll find it for half what it retails for. It’s all about mitigating risk. So weigh that as you see fit. While no one wants to replace a powertrain, there aren’t hidden big ticket items in our Z’s (compared to dual clutch tyrannys per say) but you gotta know what you are comfortable risking.

I for one think it’s cool to have a couple generations of Z’s across the family generations. Just don’t let him call himself the new and improved model.! Enjoy.

your son is a lucky fellow.

No you dont need extended warranty

Most dont use fog light. Im glad it didnt come installed.

No you dont need oil cooler UNLESS you're tracking/racing your car.

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

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.

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

duct tape the vdc to the on position...

You hit him, right?

Haha, so true.

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.

idk why every forum has to give people a hard time for getting a child a cool car. its a dream to have a "sick" car at a young age. whats the point of having a cool car when you 40+ whats the fun in that ? sure its nice. but a 370z is prime for college.

That's not true at all. Just because you may not be able to control yourself when you are 18 doesn't mean there aren't others who can.

I have never had an accident, never had a speeding ticket, and am responsible in other aspects of my life which is why I got the Z when I was 19. Generalizations are not fair in some cases.

there are ways to protect your kid now a days -- if you're worried about him speeding, install the new GPS tracking device into his car -- I sell probably about 15 of them a year from the dealership to new drivers. I wish I was fortunate back then but watching these kids these days obtain a new $30k+ car, I ask what bad economy are we living in?

Wow, was your other car a time machine? How does one take a 2002 car back to 1970? Flux capacitor?

this thread is great.

All the older folks here (like me :)) are saying kids shouldn't be driving high powered sports cars at their age cause they have a higher probability of having an accident.

All the kids with Z's in the thread quickly point out how they are responsible and able to handle having a car like a Z. (which is exactly how I'd respond when I was that age too...)

ok, carry on...:tup:

PS--extended warrantee is a good idea if the car is going to be left stock and you/your son plan to keep it for a while.

I am old (39) and sometimes catch myself driving the Z like I am 18! :eekdance:

i am 31 and drive like a retard.

Dear lord. You are on an automotive forum and don't know what a BMW 2002 is? Please kindly :gtfo2:

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Such parenting fail in here. Oh well. I'm getting the eff outta here.

LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would have to say if it was me that made a comment like that I would indeed GET THE F**K OUT LOL!!!!!!!!! BMW 2002 was a sick little car, kind of like the first 3 series. Another car that I would like to own in my future along with a TR6, E-Type Jag and a 240Z