Daily Driver: GTI or 370Z

bdavis89 · 02-12-2012, 07:17 PM

From what I can tell sounds like you've chosen the 370? Great choice! I also considered a new GTI. Fantastic car, love that German engineering. I'm getting married next month, got the car in October, and still chose it. People say its impractical, but for what? My fiancee and I picked up a rug, get our groceries, go shopping, etc and its fine. No, it can't haul loads and loads of stuff, but for everyday use, (my definition of practical), its perfectly fine. Nice insurance rates too. I pay $660/6 months through USAA.

Face · 02-12-2012, 08:03 PM

We visited my wife's parents this weekend and I took turns giving them rides in the car, they both loved it. My MIL was shrieking and laughing her *** off when we hit *cough* triple digits.

I love everything about this car. Also found out the P.O. paid for XM and it's still working great, so I locked down some great presets.

For what it's worth, I'm 6'1" and when I first got in the car the seat was a little high, but I still had to stretch to get my head to touch, but once I discovered the height adjustment, it feels roomy as hell.

I know there are some fixes I should address first, but I can't stop thinking about re-upolstering my headliner in matching black alcantara. Has anyone done this?

Telephone · 02-17-2012, 05:58 AM

I went with the 370Z

Well I just got home about 45 minutes ago. I was at the dealership till after midnight closing the deal. A 2 hour drive back. Then I had to drop my friend off after she drove my little Civic back at my place. I'm exhausted, but it was worth it. I got the 370Z I initially wanted. danny@FontanaNissan is the forum sponsor who helped seal the deal for me.

KEB, you were 100% right...and I hate telling women that. After test driving the Z, I really wasn't interested in the GTI as much anymore. The Z fits and looks comfy in my garage. It will get lots of love. A BIG change from my Civic. Thanks for all your feedback guys.

alcheng · 02-17-2012, 06:32 AM

Congrat!!!! Smart Choice!!!

And Welcome to the Club!!! LOL

Now a 2nd Q, are you going to keep the civic as your Winter beater?

Augustus · 02-17-2012, 09:41 AM

From one new Z owner to another, welcome! Remember to keep those revs below 4k for the first 1,200 miles.

Quote:

Originally Posted by alcheng

Now a 2nd Q, are you going to keep the civic as your Winter beater?

What, for when it's 50 out? I think he's from San Diego.

alcheng · 02-17-2012, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Augustus

From one new Z owner to another, welcome! Remember to keep those revs below 4k for the first 1,200 miles.

What, for when it's 50 out? I think he's from San Diego.

arr.... my bad, thanks for reminding me

keb370z · 02-17-2012, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Telephone

I went with the 370Z

Well I just got home about 45 minutes ago. I was at the dealership till after midnight closing the deal. A 2 hour drive back. Then I had to drop my friend off after she drove my little Civic back at my place. I'm exhausted, but it was worth it. I got the 370Z I initially wanted. danny@FontanaNissan is the forum sponsor who helped seal the deal for me.

KEB, you were 100% right...and I hate telling women that. After test driving the Z, I really wasn't interested in the GTI as much anymore. The Z fits and looks comfy in my garage. It will get lots of love. A BIG change from my Civic. Thanks for all your feedback guys.

And that's one hell of an upgrade. Enjoy!!!!

02-12-2012, 07:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
bdavis89 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 586 Drives: '10 370Z PW Auto Rep Power: 16	From what I can tell sounds like you've chosen the 370? Great choice! I also considered a new GTI. Fantastic car, love that German engineering. I'm getting married next month, got the car in October, and still chose it. People say its impractical, but for what? My fiancee and I picked up a rug, get our groceries, go shopping, etc and its fine. No, it can't haul loads and loads of stuff, but for everyday use, (my definition of practical), its perfectly fine. Nice insurance rates too. I pay $660/6 months through USAA. __________________ 2010 Pearl White Touring Sport Package \| Navigation \| 7 Speed Automatic

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02-12-2012, 08:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Face Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Bellevue, WA Posts: 109 Drives: 09 370Z PG M6 S/T Rep Power: 15	We visited my wife's parents this weekend and I took turns giving them rides in the car, they both loved it. My MIL was shrieking and laughing her *** off when we hit cough triple digits. I love everything about this car. Also found out the P.O. paid for XM and it's still working great, so I locked down some great presets. For what it's worth, I'm 6'1" and when I first got in the car the seat was a little high, but I still had to stretch to get my head to touch, but once I discovered the height adjustment, it feels roomy as hell. I know there are some fixes I should address first, but I can't stop thinking about re-upolstering my headliner in matching black alcantara. Has anyone done this?

02-17-2012, 06:32 AM	#4 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418355	Congrat!!!! Smart Choice!!! And Welcome to the Club!!! LOL Now a 2nd Q, are you going to keep the civic as your Winter beater?