Daily Driver: GTI or 370Z

Speedy · 02-10-2012, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by keb370z

And I'm not sure if this matters, but it took two test drives in the Z for me since it was so different from anything I had ever owned (all VWs). The first test drive was, "Wow, this is awesome. I think I might love this. But I can't see a thing, how can I adjust this seat? And it's really fast, oh no I think I just wet myself. And is someone in my blind spot oh god!" The second test drive was, "OMG MUST HAVE."

I had a similar experience. Took two test drives and I was hooked. I'm 5'11 and find there is plenty of room in the car. The blind spots have taken some getting used to, but it has large mirrors. I've learned to hit the gas a bit before changing lanes in the highway to insure no one's in my blind spot. The Z accelerates quickly so it doesn't take much. I've averaged about 24MPG in my 1st and 2nd tanks of fuel with a 70/30 city/hwy ratio with some fun WOT bursts mixed in for good measure.

I'm blessed in that I have a couple of different cars to meet different needs, and having to pick just one would be a difficult decision.

However, based on the two you've chosen, I don't see a WHOLE lot of difference, and would definitely go for the Z in your situation.

Mt Tam I am · 02-10-2012, 11:42 AM

I paid no attention to the blind spot during test drive. I too was hooked immediately. Getting on the freeway moments after buying was terrifying. That was when the blind spot appeared. I looked over my shoulder to see the head rest. Where did the porthole go? What is if for even? Now I've got it down with new mirror positions and little tiny convex mirrors.

The right side blind spot is no picnic either but I move the passenger seat to look out porthole. Passengers must assume this responsibility or they get hit first.

keb370z · 02-10-2012, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Speedy

I've learned to hit the gas a bit before changing lanes in the highway to insure no one's in my blind spot.

I do this too especially in heavy traffic. FTW

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Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3845	I paid no attention to the blind spot during test drive. I too was hooked immediately. Getting on the freeway moments after buying was terrifying. That was when the blind spot appeared. I looked over my shoulder to see the head rest. Where did the porthole go? What is if for even? Now I've got it down with new mirror positions and little tiny convex mirrors. The right side blind spot is no picnic either but I move the passenger seat to look out porthole. Passengers must assume this responsibility or they get hit first. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

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