370z as a first car
 

hey everybody! do you think that a nissan 370z would be a good first car?

thanks

It's fine as long as you're responsible.

And most people aren't.

I don't think it would be a good first car because of one's lack of driving experience. The main concern for a new driver is probably the blind spot. As a new driver, who knows what kind of things you may run into. Ultimately, it is up to you.

Exactly :iagree:. Don't jump in and start pushing the car to its limits, overconfidence and not learning the car can leave you wrapped around a pole or tree.

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What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. :rofl2:

Depends on how mature and experienced you are. I say if you can afford to buy one on your own, then yes!

A safe and disciplined driver should have no reason not to enjoy this beautiful machine.


*However, the fact that you're asking this question tells me you likely aren't ready for this car.

Get something thats less likely to get you into trouble :rolleyes:

Id say no. Blind spots, bit more maintenance sensitive than say a civic or Camry, and too much power/temptation for your average teenager. Also not much space for your average high school/college student with any sort of active lifestyle. It would never function as my only car either. Oh yeah and lackluster mpg and premium fuel requirements will mean 70-100 dollars a week in fuel.

All just my opinion.

Agreed, not to mention insurance & ticket cost ;) I think that it would be a very poor choice for a first car or only car for that matter.

$.02

perhaps a ford mustang..(?) :icon17:

Why don't you be normal like everyone else and drive crappy cars as a starter? I started out with an automatic 93 Celica. I started driving in 2004.

I was gonna say that but didnt want to beat the dead horse... so to speak :rolleyes:

Yes lets start with even MORE power! :icon17:

Camaro because they have even more blind spots than 370.

:iagree: If you have the funds, then yes. I assume your really young because your saying this is going to be your first car. If you dont have any real experience with a quick sports car, it could be a bad idea. Asking if a 370z for a first car is a good idea, isnt really a good idea lol.

Who is paying for this first car?

No, buy something (or have your parents buy) something fwd. I would recommend an 06+ civic si. The are fun, have decent power and insurance isn't horrible. Plus they are safe and forgiving

got ya beat..mine was a 79 Celica lol....started driving in 90 though....still, what a beater it was...stearing wheel shook at 55mph. had to add a quart of oil every other week :) ahhhh to be young again.

If you want your loved one to get into an accident, yes... This is one of the most tail happy cars I have ever driven...

Oh, and did I mention the blind sports???

thanks this really helped alot i didn't know about the blind spots. some of you guys are saying get a fwd or get a mustang (i was actually thinking of getting that car too) so my question is why?

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Get Z, don't drive fast. Enjoy the car. Ezpz.

From what I read so far... the FR-S and BRZ seem like great first cars. Acceptably quick, very neutral in daily driving and tossable when having fun. Quick without being exaggeratedly fast. A Z for a first time buyer has too much margin for error.
I don't believe FWD is a good first time car due to its plow effect in corners. FWD is harder to control for a youngbuck starting out and trying to develop good driving habits. RWD is better. Keep your VDC on, on roads in your car no matter what... Lower hp rwd is a great way to start... and get a MANUAL. I love my auto but if you're starting out? Get the manual. That way you know how to drive both.

Just remember ONE true rule and you won't have a problem.

Its not how fast your car can go that matters. Its how well you can handle the car. A car should be an extension of you before you attempt to go fast. And that takes time in the drivers seat.

Take your time and learn how to drive it, no problem. My first car was a 66 mustang with a 302 that I dropped in with a 4 speed and power nothing. Driving it in rain and snow made me a better driver today. No VDC and no traction control made me learn throttle control to drive. So learn the car before you wick it up and you can handle it.

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And resist showing off for friends and chicks!

The Z was my first car. I'm doing well with it! I had a Tundra and a lifted 2006 silverado 2500HD diesel before that though.

Everyone here is right, it's perfectly fine to have the Z as the first car. If you are paying for it congrats, if your parents are, get ready to ignore what everyone says. My dad paid for mine, but I have earned him well over the amount of the Z.

Just be careful. I honestly did not push my car for almost a year. You can't be scared of the car, but you have to have a lot of respect for its capabilities. Just take your time becoming more and more comfortable with it and you will be ok.

P.S.- please don't mod your car for at least 6 months. Get some time and miles on it stock, and I promise you will enjoy your mods a lot more!

I do not. Having watched so many new drivers bounce their car off minor objects, until they get the hang of it. Then, they learn how to avoid things and it is time to upgrade. The Z has a huge blind spot on the right hand side. To learn with blind spot and too much power seems the wrong fit right out of the chute.

This!


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Not to mention the Z car's ability to make you feel a much better driver than you really are.

Not only does it have a huge passenger side blind spot, there is always some giant knob riding in that blind spot and staring at my car. Almost every time I need to switch lanes on the highway to exit right, I have to punch it before I make the switch just to make sure I go past anyone that may be there because my car hypnotized their dumb ***. You know the kind. They are the same mouth-breathers that feel the need to turn their flashers on in the rain so you can't tell what lane they may go to.

I have even thought about getting those little blind spot mirrors that go on each sides door mirror like the Mustangs have now.

More likely than not, you'll run your first car into things like curbs, mailboxes, and maybe other cars. When I started driving, it was enough knowing that I may scratch the paint or the wheels on our old family car. I'd suggest getting a lot of time behind a more forgiving car at first to get used to driving around through traffic and then move on to a more powerful car when you feel comfortable driving your car at the limits.

+1 for the FR-S, BR-Z making a pretty good first car, along with the Miata. They handle very well while not having as much power to get you into trouble fast. Nothing wrong with starting with the family sedan either. Much more practical and less of a burden to not ding it.

You should listen to those more experienced, though applaud your first choice.

My first was a 69 Nova that I beefed up with headers, high rise, cam, holley 650, and transmission work. Not much more power than today's 370....maybe just a little.
Ended up with a nice BIG "V" in the truck when it got away from me and back ended a telephone pole.

You have time...wait for the 470Z.

I got an 06 Infinti g35 coupe when I was 16 and I am 19 now. But it was an Automatic and I am currently looking for a 6MT. Did a few minor things such as hit a garbage can (scratch), curbed my rims, avoided a wreck, etc. Got my first speeding ticket during first week of getting my license but never gotten another one until a few months ago. Just be a responsible driver and know your limits.

As long as he's not like this guy then the FRS/BRZ should be good. This is a good example of why you keep traction control on and don't try to show off.

I addressed this issue on the last paragraph of my post. the you drive any car, sports or not, like a D1ck and that's the outcome.

yea. you need something slow and fwd as your first car.

I'd look for something along the lines of a mid 80s Dodge Aries K-Car. Very forgiving, great gas mileage and built like a tank.