Possibly trading in the Z, have some Questions

mantella87 · 01-19-2012, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by themann1984

Indeed! I'm glad I'm getting my point across to people!

The 370Z is pure sex! It is hot, loud, and rough!

Hahah! I was hoping you'd see that.

CC_370z · 01-19-2012, 08:13 PM

Keep the bike and the Z, get a $2000 beater car like 2000ish model: impala, v6 mustang, dodge neon, old civic/accord, cavalier, etc, they are around $2-3k.

Trust me, you will want to keep both. I have Z and CBR1000RR and a daily driver

Red__Zed · 01-19-2012, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by CC_370z

Keep the bike and the Z, get a $2000 beater car like 2000ish model: impala, v6 mustang, dodge neon, old civic/accord, cavalier, etc, they are around $2-3k.

Trust me, you will want to keep both. I have Z and CBR1000RR and a daily driver

Doesn't solve towing

FL 4Motion · 01-19-2012, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Doesn't solve towing

sure it does, IF you are cossie.

Red__Zed · 01-19-2012, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by FL 4Motion

sure it does, IF you are cossie.

Bikes are different than tires.

FL 4Motion · 01-19-2012, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Bikes are different than tires.

but not that much different than scooters....

370Zsteve · 01-19-2012, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by buddahson

In my experience its tough to buy a reliable truck for $4k

One word, son. Toyota.

Nikkolai · 01-19-2012, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

One word, son. Toyota.

Or Nissan, I got mine for like $2.7k, lol.

Brazilbro · 01-19-2012, 11:04 PM

you will get probably 22k for it. Maybe a tad less since its winter time and it's going to sit on their lot until march.

cossie1600 · 01-20-2012, 12:50 AM

The blackbook is actually showing

Black Book Trade-In as of 01/16/2012
Clean Average Rough
Base $25,100 $23,400 $19,745
Options $0 $0 $0
Mileage $850 $1,100 $0
Total $25,950 $24,500 $19,745

PapoZalsa · 01-20-2012, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Brazilbro

you will get probably 22k for it. Maybe a tad less since its winter time and it's going to sit on their lot until march.

Guard Dad · 01-20-2012, 02:14 PM

In my experience the dealer will be reluctant to pay more than a $1000.00 BELOW book value.

If you do sell to a dealer pull the all the mods (a nice, low key, audio system might be OK to leave in place) that can be seen or heard and resell them. Mods are a red flag for most dealers. Mods suggest abusive driving to many potential buyers.

Don't forget the cost of changing ownership (taxes, license and assorted fees) can really cut into the cash that you can recover from the Z and then dump into a new vehicle.

The best place to sell would be private party to someone who might appreciate your mods and be willing to pay for them.

The economics suggest that you keep the Z and buy a truck when you can afford it, sometimes we just have to wait to achieve our goals.

The advice about deciding what is your first love, cars or bikes, is spot on. Only you can decide.

I've pulled 1200 pound trailers (for work, five days a week) with a 99 Camaro SS M6 and a 2004 GTO M6. Why? Because life is too short to drive boring trucks when cool cars are everywhere.

gr8-wrx · 01-20-2012, 03:13 PM

Personally, I'd go for the no debt, no payments choice.

buddahson · 01-20-2012, 08:08 PM

They confirmed they are totaling out the truck today. Still have to wait until next week for them to assess the value though. I appreciate everyone's comments and suggestions. Its supposed to be nice this weekend so I'll spend some time in the Z. I've only driven her briefly in the last couple of months. I suspect when I wind her up a bit I'll fall in love all over again. Been looking at some cheap truck, suv and awd car options.

Brazilbro · 01-20-2012, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by buddahson

Been looking at some cheap truck, suv and awd car options.

01-19-2012, 08:13 PM	#17 (permalink)
CC_370z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 250 Drives: Corvette, CBR1000RR Rep Power: 13	Keep the bike and the Z, get a $2000 beater car like 2000ish model: impala, v6 mustang, dodge neon, old civic/accord, cavalier, etc, they are around $2-3k. Trust me, you will want to keep both. I have Z and CBR1000RR and a daily driver __________________ Mods: Redline Synthetic Motor oil (5W30) - K&N Oil Filter HP - K&N Drop-Ins - Lumar CTX Tints - F.I. HFC - F.I. TDX CBE SS /w 18" Resonated.

01-19-2012, 11:04 PM	#24 (permalink)
Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 848	you will get probably 22k for it. Maybe a tad less since its winter time and it's going to sit on their lot until march. __________________ Juke AWD/240Z SR20 08 Evo 10(Stage 2) SOLD Fastest Sport 6spd 370Z 11.8 @126.5SOLD

01-20-2012, 02:14 PM	#27 (permalink)
Guard Dad Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: South Orange County, CA Posts: 422 Drives: 2010 370Z Silver A7 Rep Power: 14	In my experience the dealer will be reluctant to pay more than a $1000.00 BELOW book value. If you do sell to a dealer pull the all the mods (a nice, low key, audio system might be OK to leave in place) that can be seen or heard and resell them. Mods are a red flag for most dealers. Mods suggest abusive driving to many potential buyers. Don't forget the cost of changing ownership (taxes, license and assorted fees) can really cut into the cash that you can recover from the Z and then dump into a new vehicle. The best place to sell would be private party to someone who might appreciate your mods and be willing to pay for them. The economics suggest that you keep the Z and buy a truck when you can afford it, sometimes we just have to wait to achieve our goals. The advice about deciding what is your first love, cars or bikes, is spot on. Only you can decide. I've pulled 1200 pound trailers (for work, five days a week) with a 99 Camaro SS M6 and a 2004 GTO M6. Why? Because life is too short to drive boring trucks when cool cars are everywhere. __________________ 2010 Brilliant Silver, Base w/Sport Package, AT7, Katzkin leather, upgraded audio and lots of Dynamat and a bunch of small stuff.

01-20-2012, 03:13 PM	#28 (permalink)
gr8-wrx Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 607 Drives: 10 370z Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 15	Personally, I'd go for the no debt, no payments choice. __________________ Me: 2022 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double-Cab SB, 2023 Toyota Corolla Wifey: 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD Weekends: 2010 Nissan 370z Roadster

01-20-2012, 08:08 PM	#29 (permalink)
buddahson Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 272 Drives: 09 370z, 07 R6 Rep Power: 15	They confirmed they are totaling out the truck today. Still have to wait until next week for them to assess the value though. I appreciate everyone's comments and suggestions. Its supposed to be nice this weekend so I'll spend some time in the Z. I've only driven her briefly in the last couple of months. I suspect when I wind her up a bit I'll fall in love all over again. Been looking at some cheap truck, suv and awd car options. __________________ Thanks for the sig EazyD.

01-20-2012, 12:50 AM	#25 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 29	The blackbook is actually showing Black Book Trade-In as of 01/16/2012 Clean Average Rough Base $25,100 $23,400 $19,745 Options $0 $0 $0 Mileage $850 $1,100 $0 Total $25,950 $24,500 $19,745

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