Looking to buy a Z in July... 2013 or 2012??

binary0x01 · 06-04-2012, 02:48 PM

Hey guys, I'm new here. I am wondering what you Z'heads think about the 2013 vs 2012 in terms of all aspects, value, looks etc...

I am leaning towards the 2012 for these reasons:

1. The 2012 has the most kinks worked out since 2009.
2. I like the edgy not overly aggressive front styling.
3. There is no difference in HP or anything else performance wise for 2013.
(based on what I've read so far, but don't quote me

)
4. I really don't like the 2013 stock wheels (personal preference),
and I like the 2012 stock wheels very much, even though I would totally
upgrade them to the widest possible, and as far as length goes, I think 18
inches is just right.

How do you guys look at it?

Thanks in advance btw.

danegrey · 06-04-2012, 03:23 PM

I like the 12 styling more than what they did on the 13.
I have the sports package on my 12, and I would like the 13 only because of the upgrade in the sports package for 13.

nepali · 06-04-2012, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by binary0x01

Hey guys, I'm new here. I am wondering what you Z'heads think about the 2013 vs 2012 in terms of all aspects, value, looks etc...

I am leaning towards the 2012 for these reasons:

1. The 2012 has the most kinks worked out since 2009.
2. I like the edgy not overly aggressive front styling.
3. There is no difference in HP or anything else performance wise for 2013.
(based on what I've read so far, but don't quote me

)
4. I really don't like the 2013 stock wheels (personal preference),
and I like the 2012 stock wheels very much, even though I would totally
upgrade them to the widest possible, and as far as length goes, I think 18
inches is just right.

How do you guys look at it?

Thanks in advance btw.

I think the choice is obvious!

LakeShow · 06-04-2012, 03:40 PM

But 12's will probably be very limited in your specific options/color preferences in July.

binary0x01 · 06-04-2012, 03:48 PM

Thanks guys for the replies.

I hope they got one in Black or Pearl White (as my second choice) at local dealers, thankfully there's no shortage of dealers around socal.

Otherwise I'll have to rely on the warranty with the 2013 since you know they'll have something wrong with em when they stock them. We'll live and see though.

Kenny · 06-04-2012, 04:41 PM

I drove by Performance Nissan in Duarte earlier today and I saw six 2012 Z's on their front lot.

Personally, I would wait for the 2013.

Have fun haggling!

Red_Z · 06-04-2012, 05:56 PM

I just got a 12 2 weeks ago. I am happy I still have my fangs and I think u can get a betrer prixe with the 12.

Magic Bus · 06-04-2012, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by danegrey

I like the 12 styling more than what they did on the 13.
I have the sports package on my 12, and I would like the 13 only because of the upgrade in the sports package for 13.

What's the sports package upgrade difference between the 12 & 13? Thanks.

06-04-2012, 02:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
binary0x01 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 892 Drives: 2012 6-SPEED 3.7L Z Rep Power: 13	Looking to buy a Z in July... 2013 or 2012?? Hey guys, I'm new here. I am wondering what you Z'heads think about the 2013 vs 2012 in terms of all aspects, value, looks etc... I am leaning towards the 2012 for these reasons: 1. The 2012 has the most kinks worked out since 2009. 2. I like the edgy not overly aggressive front styling. 3. There is no difference in HP or anything else performance wise for 2013. (based on what I've read so far, but don't quote me ) 4. I really don't like the 2013 stock wheels (personal preference), and I like the 2012 stock wheels very much, even though I would totally upgrade them to the widest possible, and as far as length goes, I think 18 inches is just right. How do you guys look at it? Thanks in advance btw.

06-04-2012, 03:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 25	But 12's will probably be very limited in your specific options/color preferences in July. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

06-04-2012, 04:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
Kenny Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 330 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 14	I drove by Performance Nissan in Duarte earlier today and I saw six 2012 Z's on their front lot. Personally, I would wait for the 2013. Have fun haggling! __________________

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danegrey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Knoxville Age: 71 Posts: 3,082 Drives: 12 370Z BK Cherry M6 Rep Power: 558939	I like the 12 styling more than what they did on the 13. I have the sports package on my 12, and I would like the 13 only because of the upgrade in the sports package for 13.

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binary0x01 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 892 Drives: 2012 6-SPEED 3.7L Z Rep Power: 13	Thanks guys for the replies. I hope they got one in Black or Pearl White (as my second choice) at local dealers, thankfully there's no shortage of dealers around socal. Otherwise I'll have to rely on the warranty with the 2013 since you know they'll have something wrong with em when they stock them. We'll live and see though.

06-04-2012, 05:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
Red_Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: California Posts: 332 Drives: A red Z Rep Power: 14	I just got a 12 2 weeks ago. I am happy I still have my fangs and I think u can get a betrer prixe with the 12.