Is touring worth it?

Greg · 06-10-2009, 01:52 AM

Look here for exact specs.
2009 Nissan 370Z Coupe Specs - Nissan USA

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Originally Posted by DNadar

ok so now i'm sure that i'll be fine with cloth seats. i have them in my mini and they don't bother me at all.

how about the stereo?

If your into sounds, either systems are pretty (crap) weak. Sounds systems aren't Nissan's forte. Best to go aftermarket.

ocfoilist · 06-10-2009, 02:05 AM

I am very happy that I got the touring model. I like the leather seats a lot and dont' find them to be hot at all. They have quite a bit of suede where your body makes contact, but even the leather is cool to the touch under hot conditions. Due (apparently) to modern treatments applied to leather, gone are the days of the scalding leather seats in summer!

As for the nav system, I think it is a well designed and well integrated feature that complements the touring sound system. I think this Bose system is hands above the old 350 one and I am quite satisfied with the quality. I suspect true audiophiles will always want to install an aftermarket system, regardless of what was placed in stock, so I suspect the choice will depend on how picky you are on sound quality. I had an aftermarket Kenwood head unit/nav system put in my 350 and I have to say that I am very happy with how well the nav option is laid out in the 370.

kannibul · 06-10-2009, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg

Look here for exact specs.
2009 Nissan 370Z Coupe Specs - Nissan USA

If your into sounds, either systems are pretty (crap) weak. Sounds systems aren't Nissan's forte. Best to go aftermarket.

While true, and, I'm not a fan of Bose at all, but I have to say the factory system surprised me a bit - better than a good margin of OEM systems.

Truth be told, I bought the car without even turning the radio on...but when it comes to covering up road noise - it does the job

Tius · 06-10-2009, 09:02 AM

I got a base and the cloth seats were surprisingly nice and hold you well. Granted, take it for what's it worth cause I upgraded from a 01 honda civic. When I was deciding between touring and base, I was kind of disappointed with the touring not being full leather. Navigation would be nice, but I have an Iphone and was planning on upgrading the sound system anyways. The only thing I wish I had were the power seats. For some reason, that was an attractive option for me. As far as the base sound system.....it sucks. And this is coming from a honda civic system for comparison. Never heard the touring sound system so can't compare there.

06-10-2009, 02:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
ocfoilist Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 202 Drives: 09 Blue 6m 370zT/S/N Rep Power: 18	I am very happy that I got the touring model. I like the leather seats a lot and dont' find them to be hot at all. They have quite a bit of suede where your body makes contact, but even the leather is cool to the touch under hot conditions. Due (apparently) to modern treatments applied to leather, gone are the days of the scalding leather seats in summer! As for the nav system, I think it is a well designed and well integrated feature that complements the touring sound system. I think this Bose system is hands above the old 350 one and I am quite satisfied with the quality. I suspect true audiophiles will always want to install an aftermarket system, regardless of what was placed in stock, so I suspect the choice will depend on how picky you are on sound quality. I had an aftermarket Kenwood head unit/nav system put in my 350 and I have to say that I am very happy with how well the nav option is laid out in the 370. __________________ Proud owner of a new 167.2 inch, 3278 lb baby Z! Stillen CBE & G3 Intake // Stillen Lightweight pulley // Stillen Oil Cooler // Goodridge Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines // ACT HDSS Clutch& Alum Flywheel

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06-10-2009, 09:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Tius Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 16 Drives: 09 Base Silver 370Z Rep Power: 18	I got a base and the cloth seats were surprisingly nice and hold you well. Granted, take it for what's it worth cause I upgraded from a 01 honda civic. When I was deciding between touring and base, I was kind of disappointed with the touring not being full leather. Navigation would be nice, but I have an Iphone and was planning on upgrading the sound system anyways. The only thing I wish I had were the power seats. For some reason, that was an attractive option for me. As far as the base sound system.....it sucks. And this is coming from a honda civic system for comparison. Never heard the touring sound system so can't compare there.