Annoying things people do, JUST because you are in a Z!

vividracing · 08-11-2011, 02:00 PM

Aggressive driving will piss people off. I had a guy rage really hard the other day when I wouldn't let him cut me off to get in the left lane, after he came flying up in the right lane, passing like a dozen cars. He tried to fight me at the red light... I lol'd and rode off. Motorcycles fit between cars a lot better than a Dodge Durango

It's possible that you're getting the finger because people think you're driving aggressively or cutting them off.

CrownR426 · 08-11-2011, 02:00 PM

Usually for me it's tailgating, cutting me off and my most favorite ricer fly by.
The older folks always roll their windows down and compliment my z it's usually the younger folks driving like maniacs.

Lemers · 08-11-2011, 02:04 PM

I hate when motorcycles go in-between me and another car. I had one squeeze between me and an accord. We were on the highway about 80 mph and the motor cycle came flying through use like we were standing still. The accord jerked around a bit in his lane and I thought we would end up in an accident with the bike. I think the accord didn't see the bike coming up on us and was surprised when he was between use.

vividracing · 08-11-2011, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemers

I hate when motorcycles go in-between me and another car. I had one squeeze between me and an accord. We were on the highway about 80 mph and the motor cycle came flying through use like we were standing still. The accord jerked around a bit in his lane and I thought we would end up in an accident with the bike. I think the accord didn't see the bike coming up on us and was surprised when he was between use.

Yeah, splitting lanes @ 80mph is stupid, but in all honesty, the Accord driver is just as much at fault for not being aware of their surroundings. I only split lanes at intersections, when everyone else is stopped, and only if I'm at the back of the pack. If I get rear ended by some moron not paying attention, I could get seriously hurt. I could even die. If a car gets rear ended, it's usually nothing more than whip lash. I'm going to assume the dude was riding a sport bike aka crotch rocket?

In my situation, I had 3 choices.

Let this angry dude control the situation (No way is that ever happening)
Fight him
Leave

When I was younger, I would have probably puffed my chest out and told him he needed to get back in his car and leave before I got angry. Now that I'm older, I don't need any of that B.S. I chose to just leave because I don't need to get in trouble for road rage just because this dude sucks at driving. Besides, I literally got the last laugh haha.

Apoc370z · 08-11-2011, 02:31 PM

Doesnt happen a lot here cuase the people are more civilized (yeah right)

Anyways one time i was driving home from work and the route i choose is a one-lane canyon road cause there are lots of corners and turns that made driving more enjoyable.

So anyways i was on the road that merges to the single lane canyon road and some dumbass on a STI cuts me off, to a point where i have to hard steer to the left shoulder. (he sped up so he can overtake me on the merge when i have the right of way) long story short, i managed to overtake him and i wad driving at 25 mph the entire way. Took me 30 mins to get home but it was well worth it.

He kept flashing his high beams and honking but i just turn the volume and and ignore him.

AlphaSnacks · 08-11-2011, 04:03 PM

A bunch of douchebags were in a 92 Corolla - all 5 of these douche nozzles packed into that sardine can - talking sh*t at the light. They were 4 lanes away from me, but they were talking sh*t trying to goad me into flooring the car off the light.

I just pretended like the music was loud enough that I didn't hear them. But Christ, what a bunch of f*cking goons. Keep your mouth shut if you're talking out of your friend's busted asss Corolla.

akong51 · 08-11-2011, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nmjaxx9

So i have found over the past couple weeks driving the roads are filled with morons. Not only some but now everyone acts like one...especially if you are in a 370z. I have noticed people wave, and give the thumbs up to rev their engine, give the thumbs down, pull up next to you speed off, (but not getting very far because they are driving a camry) or just plain and simple give u the ugly look and give u the finger. I had a lady pull up next to me the other day in her late 40s early 50s prolly, and give me the finger....I dont know why but by the way she zoomed off and looked at my car in disgust I was like uhhh...really?

Are people really that much haters....I find it funny, but then when the cops get in on it its not. One cop decided to follow me down a road then he pulled up next to me, gave the glance then shaked his head...then before the light turned green he floored it ( and went no where) but still managed to leave me at the red light confused. Has anyone else experienced this type of behavior since you have gotten a Z, I mean sheesh I know its a nice car and all....but relax people. Also ESPECIALLY other tuners, or muscle cars act the most annoying...sorry mustang lovers but all u mustang pppl (especially the older ones before 2002ish) always try to "race" me, even when im just cruising on the highway. They intentionally tailgate me and then speed off...like im suppost to chase them?

I dont mean to intetnionally show off, I can afford it so I drive it. Never had this problem when I had my T-bird....I wonder what has changed.....

This has nothing to do with the fact that you are driving a Z, but everything to do with geography and demographics. Most of what you talked about does not happen at all in So. Cal. Maybe the occasional bone head will want to race...but all the other stuff just doesn't happen here. The Z is just another car on the highway, nothing special. Now in the boonies...that's another story.

nmjaxx9 · 08-11-2011, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by akong51

This has nothing to do with the fact that you are driving a Z, but everything to do with geography and demographics. Most of what you talked about does not happen at all in So. Cal. Maybe the occasional bone head will want to race...but all the other stuff just doesn't happen here. The Z is just another car on the highway, nothing special. Now in the boonies...that's another story.

Yeah well I dont live in the ghetto, or in a bad area, infact I live in a upper-middle class commuinty, and even the highway I commute to has mostly people from my town and neighboring travelling to Hartford (the capital of CT) where most ppl are at desk jobs...so its not like im dealing with no good, drop out bums, its educated to highly educated folks acting a fool as well. So I dont really think geography and demographics really plays a role in this, although im sure there are much more higher end cars in So Cal, and way more Ferraris and Lambos running round, but people are people no matter where you go, and attitudes wont change.

nmjaxx9 · 08-11-2011, 09:06 PM

This kinda reminds me of the lady who flipped me off, but she was a tad bit older.

akong51 · 08-11-2011, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nmjaxx9

Yeah well I dont live in the ghetto, or in a bad area, infact I live in a upper-middle class commuinty, and even the highway I commute to has mostly people from my town and neighboring travelling to Hartford (the capital of CT) where most ppl are at desk jobs...so its not like im dealing with no good, drop out bums, its educated to highly educated folks acting a fool as well. So I dont really think geography and demographics really plays a role in this, although im sure there are much more higher end cars in So Cal, and way more Ferraris and Lambos running round, but people are people no matter where you go, and attitudes wont change.

Woah there...I think you missed my point. I never implied that you lived in a poor neighborhood, nor did I imply that those around you were "no good drop out bums". When I spoke of demographics, I didn't mean socioeconomic status, but rather ethnic background. My assumption is that your area has less Asians compared to where I live, L.A., therefore you stand out more, and probably the reason the nice white lady flipped you off for no reason. (I could be wrong, maybe you cut her off or did something else to piss her off that you didn't realize.)

I'm Asian and I drive a Z, just like you, however I don't experience any of the things you described in your OP. So the variables in this equation seems to be area (geography) and people (demographics) that has lead to our vastly different experiences in Z ownership. Sorry if you misunderstood my point...didn't mean to offend.

nmjaxx9 · 08-12-2011, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by akong51

Woah there...I think you missed my point. I never implied that you lived in a poor neighborhood, nor did I imply that those around you were "no good drop out bums". When I spoke of demographics, I didn't mean socioeconomic status, but rather ethnic background. My assumption is that your area has less Asians compared to where I live, L.A., therefore you stand out more, and probably the reason the nice white lady flipped you off for no reason. (I could be wrong, maybe you cut her off or did something else to piss her off that you didn't realize.)

I'm Asian and I drive a Z, just like you, however I don't experience any of the things you described in your OP. So the variables in this equation seems to be area (geography) and people (demographics) that has lead to our vastly different experiences in Z ownership. Sorry if you misunderstood my point...didn't mean to offend.

Hmm...you bring up a valid point, true there are fewer Asians where I live, however, its not like we are uncommon.

Every 4 of 10 people are Asian. So I don't see why it would even be a demographic thing either..I still feel you cant generalize it because whether you are black, white, hispanic, asian, doesnt matter, this type of behavior happens because of people we now call haters. plain and simple...people who dont like to see other people succeed in life, and when they do they make sure they give u a hard time about it. Cuz wats to say another asian wont do the same thing? I get what you are saying in differencces in owining a Z where u live and where I live but I bet there are just as much people that probably hate over there, just not to u. Its human nature I guess, sad but becasue of the economy and other issues people really have resorted to this type of behavior in order to express their jealously towards others. and about the lady who flipped me off, it might have been because of something else that I failed to recognize but as far as I remember I did nothing wrong.

nmjaxx9 · 08-12-2011, 11:17 AM

^^^ and let me remind you that the majority of ppl are still nice they give me the thumbs up while driving, compliment me on the car when im at autozone, or ask me questions about it, but its just certain ppl act like douchebags.

Z-ELVIS · 08-12-2011, 03:00 PM

Man I know why the people give you the dirty looks and the FINGER..
Its because of your orange jump suit and red rimmed glasses bro.
Try navy shorts and white t shirt....happy cruising!!!!!!!!!LOL

KingZee · 08-11-2011, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by akong51

This has nothing to do with the fact that you are driving a Z, but everything to do with geography and demographics. Most of what you talked about does not happen at all in So. Cal. Maybe the occasional bone head will want to race...but all the other stuff just doesn't happen here. The Z is just another car on the highway, nothing special. Now in the boonies...that's another story.

Absolutely right on that...No one gives a crap about my car in L.A. other than some enthusiasts who give a head nod or a thumbs up.

christian370z · 08-12-2011, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by KingZee

Absolutely right on that...No one gives a crap about my car in L.A. other than some enthusiasts who give a head nod or a thumbs up.

This is exactly right, my experience in Socal too.

08-11-2011, 02:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 40	Aggressive driving will piss people off. I had a guy rage really hard the other day when I wouldn't let him cut me off to get in the left lane, after he came flying up in the right lane, passing like a dozen cars. He tried to fight me at the red light... I lol'd and rode off. Motorcycles fit between cars a lot better than a Dodge Durango It's possible that you're getting the finger because people think you're driving aggressively or cutting them off. __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

08-11-2011, 02:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	Usually for me it's tailgating, cutting me off and my most favorite ricer fly by. The older folks always roll their windows down and compliment my z it's usually the younger folks driving like maniacs. Dlm6568 and HaHaNdN like this. __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

08-11-2011, 02:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	I hate when motorcycles go in-between me and another car. I had one squeeze between me and an accord. We were on the highway about 80 mph and the motor cycle came flying through use like we were standing still. The accord jerked around a bit in his lane and I thought we would end up in an accident with the bike. I think the accord didn't see the bike coming up on us and was surprised when he was between use. __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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Apoc370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 999 Drives: 2011 GM z34 Rep Power: 16	Doesnt happen a lot here cuase the people are more civilized (yeah right) Anyways one time i was driving home from work and the route i choose is a one-lane canyon road cause there are lots of corners and turns that made driving more enjoyable. So anyways i was on the road that merges to the single lane canyon road and some dumbass on a STI cuts me off, to a point where i have to hard steer to the left shoulder. (he sped up so he can overtake me on the merge when i have the right of way) long story short, i managed to overtake him and i wad driving at 25 mph the entire way. Took me 30 mins to get home but it was well worth it. He kept flashing his high beams and honking but i just turn the volume and and ignore him.

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AlphaSnacks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Windermere, FL Posts: 1,618 Drives: '13 XKR-S, '10 370Z Rep Power: 19	A bunch of douchebags were in a 92 Corolla - all 5 of these douche nozzles packed into that sardine can - talking sht at the light. They were 4 lanes away from me, but they were talking sht trying to goad me into flooring the car off the light. I just pretended like the music was loud enough that I didn't hear them. But Christ, what a bunch of f*cking goons. Keep your mouth shut if you're talking out of your friend's busted asss Corolla.

08-11-2011, 09:06 PM	#9 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 27	This kinda reminds me of the lady who flipped me off, but she was a tad bit older.

08-12-2011, 11:17 AM	#12 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 27	^^^ and let me remind you that the majority of ppl are still nice they give me the thumbs up while driving, compliment me on the car when im at autozone, or ask me questions about it, but its just certain ppl act like douchebags.