Motor Trend 8/29/12 2012 370 Review

Jordo! · 08-29-2012, 02:32 PM

Actually, based on performance it's priced pretty much spot on. Handles better than the Camaro or Mustang and accelerates better than the Genesis, and is thus a bit more cash.

The BRZ/FR-S is hopelessly outclassed, except perhaps in "fun" (i.e., hype) factor.

The reviewer didn't like the amenities or the engine noise.

Whatever.

If the next version is more tossable and has equal or greater power at a lower weight and similar price point, it's a no-brainer for me on my next car.

delusional · 08-29-2012, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

Actually, based on performance it's priced pretty much spot on. Handles better than the Camaro or Mustang and accelerates better than the Genesis, and is thus a bit more cash.

The BRZ/FR-S is hopelessly outclassed, except perhaps in "fun" (i.e., hype) factor.

The reviewer didn't like the amenities or the engine noise.

Whatever.

If the next version is more tossable and has equal or greater power at a lower weight and similar price point, it's a no-brainer for me on my next car.

price for performance, the z beats all those cars listed in my opinion. all i can agree with the article is that the interior seems a bit outdated. but the touring + nav options fill that void.

shadoquad · 08-29-2012, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by delusional

price for performance, the z beats all those cars listed in my opinion. all i can agree with the article is that the interior seems a bit outdated. but the touring + nav options fill that void.

"outdated" interiors don't bother me. I've heard that said about the C6 Corvette and the FT86 twins, and I like the interiors of those and the Z. They are functional and not too badly laid out imo.

Quick370z · 08-29-2012, 04:36 PM

I agree with the reviewer on pretty much everything

I have the exact model he tested, apart from it being a 2011.

Reviewers are supposed to be nit picky though that's their job.

Base Stereo does suck (who keeps stock though replacing mine)
Buttons that are blank (Nissan was lazy on this part)
Sound of the engine (well yes does suck really) Don't think many keep
stock though, intakes/exhaust make the car come alive and sound is beautiful

The BRZ is nice but its not intimidating and like others say, 200hp is not much. The mustang is decent but honestly the only mustang id have is the Rousch one (convertible) or the Leguna Seca. The stang is definitely a comfortable car but its a boat.

He mentioned the Genesis, well the look has already been dated imo and well its a Hyundai (lol).

Does that make the Z the best choice? Hell ya. A couple mods and you have a best looking, best sounding car.

forza370z · 08-29-2012, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by enkei2k

One of the main reasons why I got a base + sport was because IMO I believe that 'sports cars' shouldn't need all the extra luxuries such as heated seats, navi, power seats, blue tooth, etc etc...just adds unwanted weight to the car. I have no interest in any of these things in a sports car. If I wanted all that stuff, I would get a G37.

That's why I got my Nismo. I have a g35 coupe too. But do I miss all the luxury features on the g35? Not really... The only thing I like my g over z is the stock exhaust note. The reviewer got this one right - 370z should sound sportier.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jordo!

Actually, based on performance it's priced pretty much spot on. Handles better than the Camaro or Mustang and accelerates better than the Genesis, and is thus a bit more cash.

The BRZ/FR-S is hopelessly outclassed, except perhaps in "fun" (i.e., hype) factor.

The reviewer didn't like the amenities or the engine noise.

Whatever.

If the next version is more tossable and has equal or greater power at a lower weight and similar price point, it's a no-brainer for me on my next car.

Speaking of fun factor, why they don't compare 370z with my mountain bike? It's fun as hell... just lacking of horsepower compare to the z... but much much cheaper...

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08-29-2012, 04:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
Quick370z Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Edmonton Posts: 168 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 15	I agree with the reviewer on pretty much everything I have the exact model he tested, apart from it being a 2011. Reviewers are supposed to be nit picky though that's their job. Base Stereo does suck (who keeps stock though replacing mine) Buttons that are blank (Nissan was lazy on this part) Sound of the engine (well yes does suck really) Don't think many keep stock though, intakes/exhaust make the car come alive and sound is beautiful The BRZ is nice but its not intimidating and like others say, 200hp is not much. The mustang is decent but honestly the only mustang id have is the Rousch one (convertible) or the Leguna Seca. The stang is definitely a comfortable car but its a boat. He mentioned the Genesis, well the look has already been dated imo and well its a Hyundai (lol). Does that make the Z the best choice? Hell ya. A couple mods and you have a best looking, best sounding car.