stock sport black z, what should i do first?

henryy370z

anyone got anything in mind what to do to it first

6MT

Park it in a non-dusty environment. You're in for many cleanings......

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Andrew

2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold
2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

brucelidat

depend son what you want out of it. Stock is great for many, others want more go or show, or a mix. It really depends on what your goals are. But yes, with black, there will be much washing in your future.

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henryy370z

yeah i just waxed it, its already dusty

6MT

Get used to that. Black has got to be the worst color to maintain.

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2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold
2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

Drex

get a california car duster, works wonders

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2011 Nissan 370z | 6MT | Magnetic Black | Sport Package

370Z Purist

That stuff is trash; it holds onto everything, and then it rubs it on the paint! My friend with a black Mazda3 used his around a month, then realized it put swirls all over the car when the cloud cover/rain finally broke. Nothing looks worse than swirls on a black car.

A better option is to just get a nice, clean microfiber cloth, then use a bit of instant detailer to polish the car continually. Spray-on wax has come a LONG way since only a few years ago so it might be a good idea to try that stuff. You know, avoid tennis elbow.

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bigdog1250

Get a clear bra on it ASAP!!! Then go from there

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Footloose301

My vote

I really regret not getting a clear bra on mine. Now the whole front needs to be repainted before I throw a bra on it.

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Telephone

I agree. Then have your door handles painted black.

enkei2k

Pay it off. If you've already paid it off in full, then whatever you want.

twinturbonet

Suspension! PANK that sh*ttt!!!!

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DLSTR

You must ask yourself what deficiency(s), are you trying to address. Sound/exhaust note? Ride quality/performance for the track. Interior noise issues? Hows the oil temp for you as you drive normally/spirited?

You should tell us what you do with it beyond driving it normally. If you are just enjoying it as is, ie, no track or autocross then stock is probably good. Its faster than the law allows from the get go. It corners beyond the average driver and is a more than respectable and capable sportscar.

Im in Germany. Speed is life. I have ZERO mods but an oil cooler from Z1 motorsports. In this country Im not getting pushed around the Autobahn much unless it has much more power. Im stock.

Honestly the best thing I did was getting MICHELIN Pilot Super Sports. It changes the car in the most wonderful way. That should be your first change if you do any at all.

Cmike2780

Exhaust would be the first thing. The stock setup is just way too quiet. If you don't want to go too crazy, also install lowering springs & wheel spacers. Get a lip kit you like and call it a day. You don't need to do a whole lot to make this car look good, but it's fun to be a little bit unique.

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dastaco

I have a black sport as well. I did suspension first and then exhaust shortly afterwards. Lowering the car made it look much better and the improved ride is a joy through the corners.

Your first purchase should probably be car cleaning products and good wax. You will use it more than any other modification.

One thing I do recommend though is to look at photos of other members cars to get an idea of what kind of modifications you want to make.

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