Considering 370z
 

I'm considering a 370z as a weekend track/auto-x car, but after reading through the throttle delay thread, I'm now re-thinking my decision (seems there is no fix yet for this issue). I didn't experience it during my test drive, but that was a pretty short drive, about 10 min.

Would any of you have bought a different car if you knew about it?

I'm less concerned about the brake fade, oil temp, and springy clutch issues as there seem to be solid solutions for all of those. FWIW, the other cars I'm considering are the Evo X GSR and Scion FR-S. Thanks!

I only experience the issue if I have been stuck in traffic for a long time ot if I have been driving it like a grandma for a while. Its almost as if the computer learns your driving style and puts the throttle in like economy mode lol. All I do is get on it once and the car wakes up and I wont experience it again.

Um, isn't the throttle delay issue fixable with a tune?

No. I still do not know about it. It has never happened to me.

RE:brake fade, oil temp, these do happen and can be fixed.

Brake fade can happen on an Audi R8 before mine fade now.

incorrect. a dyno tune will take this delay out.

evo- ugly interior, and scion - u will get bored with the lack of power.

i wonder if pedalbox that TWM sells ( throttle accelerator thingie) can fix this or not...(?)

PedalBox by DTE Systems GmbH - Introduced in North America by TWM Performance

nevaR had the delayed throttle issue...

You should look at the FR-S
As much as I love the Z..
Seems like the FR-S is a better auto-x and nimble car.
$ + 4 Seats + -Weight.
Seems like a no brainer.
Unless you enjoy cruising and tracking

stop considering...just buy.

I think the OP should look at all cars he's considering, including the FR-S. But I think the Z is still the better car. Obviously, opinions will vary. I would just rather have the faster car. Also, I'm not so sure that the FR-S is beating the Z at any auto-x.

Go drive each one extensively. See if you can take one for a couple of days to make your decision easier.

:iagree:

Sounds good, thanks for the input. Doesn't seem like the throttle delay issue is widespread.

I'm looking at a 2011 w/5k miles on it from Carmax. They've got a 5-day return policy, so I might be able to take it for an "extended" test-drive.

yah, carmax is on the expensive side but at least you do get to return it if it doesn't work out for you. i suppose take it to your mechanic too while you have that grace period to ensure your car is sound. GL! :tup:

saw an frs and brz in person at cars and coffee this past saturday, while fairly similar there are some things about the brz that i liked more. i think the frs is on the cheaper end of the build when it comes down to interior and subtle exterior differences...

Get a C6 Corvette:wtf2:

Are you psychic? I'm browsing carmax vettes in another tab :roflpuke2:

Purchased an 06 C6 convertible off the showroom floor. Bolt-ons got it to 440 hp.
Loved the car but wanted more car/driver involvement. Unfortunately the vette was an automatic.
My 12 370 6mt with FI CBE is perfect for what I wanted. However, a Z06 might be another story.....http://www.the370z.com/images/smilies/tiphat.gif

ive seen a lot of review knocking the fr-s's headunit that it looks dated and cheap. i happen to like that HU design. it looks like professional audio equipment from the late 80's/early 90's which is cool. :tup: kinda reminds me of Emu Systems stuff.

I ordered one of these from TWM, it arrived DOA and TWM is very slow to process returns, I still haven't received my refund and they received the return almost 3 weeks ago. Don't waste your time on this POS and stay FAR away from TWM

I thought there was a fix for the delayed throttle response by doing something with te gas pedal? Spring swap or something. I'll have to find it when I have time.

Yeah I also heard wearing heavier shoes will do it.:p

If you are considering an FR-S and a 370z ... :eek:
I drove a friend's BR-Z, pretty fun cornering (easy, maybe too easy, to break loose), no power.

From what I've read the throttle response delay is only with certain Auto's .... idk =P

Intake modification enhances throttle response.

Evo=BEAST and highly mod-able, but lacking in quality and refinement.
FRS=slalom track car, no power, engaging to drive, lacking in refinement, but not quality.
370=BEAST, but not mod-friendly, high quality, but no refinement.