Thinking of selling and buying

ImportConvert · 09-09-2011, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Nikon FM

Different perspectives/logic, but money is not the primary issue here. I have little room for too many cars; function drives the ownership. Why have 2 fast non snow cars? The 300 is a trooper and can handle a little ice and snow just fine.

If money isn't an issue, go drive the car and let preference be the issue. Certainly forum opinion should not be the deciding factor, lol

Zaggeron · 09-09-2011, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

If money isn't an issue, go drive the car and let preference be the issue. Certainly forum opinion should not be the deciding factor, lol

I think that Nikon was just looking for some opinions on the matter, not that necessarily our opinions would be the deciding factor. He's already mentioned that some of issues and warnings we've brought up have reinforced in his mind the things to watch for in the PPI.

BeachZTT · 09-09-2011, 07:08 AM

That is pretty funny. I drove by one sitting in someone's front yard with a for sale sign yesterday taking the back way home from work. I almost stopped and got the number but I am terrified of what I might do if it is in good shape and a descent price. Left brain: "Just keep driving, just keep driving." Right brain: "Dude, you have always wanted that exact car! It looks perfect!" That is an absolute classic!!!

I think I will drive home a different way this eveing....

Nikon FM · 09-09-2011, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BeachZTT

That is pretty funny. I have drove by one sitting in someone's front yard with a for sale sign yesterday taking the back way home from work. I almost stopped and got the number but I am terrified of what I might do if it is in good shape and a descent price. Left brain: "Just keep driving, just keep driving." Right brain: "Dude, you have always wanted that exact car! It looks perfect!" That is an absolute classic!!!

I think I will drive home a different way this eveing....

and so it begins

BeachZTT · 09-09-2011, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Nikon FM

and so it begins

Must......take......interstate.....home......

mr_sk · 09-09-2011, 09:53 AM

Go for it man - whatever makes you happy. Can't really compare the two, one's a nissan the other is a porsche. Two very different cars IMO, with different driving styles, maintenance needs and tuning directions.

I personally love both, but for me, cost of ownership and not having a solid set of tools and place to work on the car dictates I get a newer car w/warranty - I also don't have a daily driver as I take NYC public transportation.

Whatever you do, enjoy. I'm going for the same look as you (mostly stock on the outside) but engine tuned. I want that CF hood - I've been eyeing it for weeks, but I can't confirm with anyone that the fluid sprayers will mate OEM style to the underside of the hood - can you confirm? Also, I love your drop, going for the same thing. Looks great - How do you like the Tein COs?

Nikon FM · 09-09-2011, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mr_sk

Go for it man - whatever makes you happy. Can't really compare the two, one's a nissan the other is a porsche. Two very different cars IMO, with different driving styles, maintenance needs and tuning directions.

I personally love both, but for me, cost of ownership and not having a solid set of tools and place to work on the car dictates I get a newer car w/warranty - I also don't have a daily driver as I take NYC public transportation.

Whatever you do, enjoy. I'm going for the same look as you (mostly stock on the outside) but engine tuned. I want that CF hood - I've been eyeing it for weeks, but I can't confirm with anyone that the fluid sprayers will mate OEM style to the underside of the hood - can you confirm? Also, I love your drop, going for the same thing. Looks great - How do you like the Tein COs?

The fluid sprayers work well on the drivers side although the passanger side slips just a bit. Spray still works fine though just not perfectly symmetrical.

Teins.....pretty stiff/bouncy ride but I like the road feel improvement! In cabin dampening is pretty cool/functional as well. Worth the $$ IMHO

wdkwang · 09-09-2011, 05:36 PM

id dump the z and get the porsche.
power, prestige, and respect
nissan's a poor man's porsche so go for the real deal

Nikon FM · 09-18-2011, 12:44 AM

Short story: drove the car 2.5 days and it was mind blowing fast and fun to drive. I took it in for a full inspection and leak down check and the car had major oil leaks, a cracked waste gate pipe (dangling)…had it tack welded for safety (free), and basically extremely low maintenance for quite some time. The leak check was within spec though so that was good. I thought about offering a price that made sense due to all the required work to be done but decided against that……too much stuff! The owner is a nice guy but seemed a bit defensive when he said all older Porsches leak oil…………(buddy not that much!)

Interesting experience, a bunch learned and fun too…..

Zaggeron · 09-18-2011, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikon FM

Short story: drove the car 2.5 days and it was mind blowing fast and fun to drive. I took it in for a full inspection and leak down check and the car had major oil leaks, a cracked waste gate pipe (dangling)…had it tack welded for safety (free), and basically extremely low maintenance for quite some time. The leak check was within spec though so that was good. I thought about offering a price that made sense due to all the required work to be done but decided against that……too much stuff! The owner is a nice guy but seemed a bit defensive when he said all older Porsches leak oil…………(buddy not that much!)

Interesting experience, a bunch learned and fun too…..

Bummer it ended up not quite being worth the expense and bother.

MightyBobo · 10-18-2011, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

Bummer it ended up not quite being worth the expense and bother.

Seriously - I guess thats just proof that not everything is what its cracked up to be. Looked like a great potential car!

CarsRfun · 09-18-2011, 09:25 PM

Bad move in my opinion. Asking for trouble and asking to empty your bank account. You already have an amazing (and reliable) sports car.

m4a1mustang · 09-18-2011, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by CarsRfun

Bad move in my opinion. Asking for trouble and asking to empty your bank account. You already have an amazing (and reliable) sports car.

He already decided against the Porsche.

CarsRfun · 09-23-2011, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

He already decided against the Porsche.

Who asked you?

Nikon FM · 10-17-2011, 10:55 PM

Long saga but finally picked tis one up on Saturday. Tuned to +500HP and really amazing suspension. 2003 911 Turbo

09-09-2011, 07:08 AM	#3 (permalink)
BeachZTT Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 746 Drives: '10 BC ZR T/S/Nav Rep Power: 18	That is pretty funny. I drove by one sitting in someone's front yard with a for sale sign yesterday taking the back way home from work. I almost stopped and got the number but I am terrified of what I might do if it is in good shape and a descent price. Left brain: "Just keep driving, just keep driving." Right brain: "Dude, you have always wanted that exact car! It looks perfect!" That is an absolute classic!!! I think I will drive home a different way this eveing.... __________________ '10 ZR Black Cherry Sport/Touring/Nav, Swift Springs, Stillen G3s, 15mm-F 20mm-R Spacers, SPC, Spoiler Solutions Rear Wing, Stubby Antenna Last edited by BeachZTT; 09-09-2011 at 08:00 AM.

09-09-2011, 09:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
mr_sk Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 393 Drives: 2011 Z Sport MT Rep Power: 15	Go for it man - whatever makes you happy. Can't really compare the two, one's a nissan the other is a porsche. Two very different cars IMO, with different driving styles, maintenance needs and tuning directions. I personally love both, but for me, cost of ownership and not having a solid set of tools and place to work on the car dictates I get a newer car w/warranty - I also don't have a daily driver as I take NYC public transportation. Whatever you do, enjoy. I'm going for the same look as you (mostly stock on the outside) but engine tuned. I want that CF hood - I've been eyeing it for weeks, but I can't confirm with anyone that the fluid sprayers will mate OEM style to the underside of the hood - can you confirm? Also, I love your drop, going for the same thing. Looks great - How do you like the Tein COs? __________________ Part out thread: http://www.the370z.com/parts-sale-pr...-dynodash.html

09-09-2011, 05:36 PM	#8 (permalink)
wdkwang Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 899 Drives: slidewayz Rep Power: 21	id dump the z and get the porsche. power, prestige, and respect nissan's a poor man's porsche so go for the real deal __________________ Powerhouse Amuse \| K&N Typhoon Intakes \| MotorDyne ART Pipes \| Borla Catback Exhaust \| B&M Short Shifter \| Intake Ducts \| Ichiba 25mm F/R Spacers \| Carbon Fiber Interior Vinyl Wrap \| Tints \| 10000k HIDs \| Vtak, yo!

09-18-2011, 12:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
Nikon FM Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Snoqualmie WA Posts: 973 Drives: 03 996TT Porsche Rep Power: 607	Short story: drove the car 2.5 days and it was mind blowing fast and fun to drive. I took it in for a full inspection and leak down check and the car had major oil leaks, a cracked waste gate pipe (dangling)…had it tack welded for safety (free), and basically extremely low maintenance for quite some time. The leak check was within spec though so that was good. I thought about offering a price that made sense due to all the required work to be done but decided against that……too much stuff! The owner is a nice guy but seemed a bit defensive when he said all older Porsches leak oil…………(buddy not that much!) Interesting experience, a bunch learned and fun too….. __________________ Buddy Revell: "One man's sooner is another man's later"

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09-18-2011, 09:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
CarsRfun Base Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 38 Drives: EVO Rep Power: 15	Bad move in my opinion. Asking for trouble and asking to empty your bank account. You already have an amazing (and reliable) sports car.