2009-10 370Z bad??

TopgunZ · 11-19-2012, 10:58 AM

10 used cars to avoid - MSN Autos read an article on

Here is a quick article that msn posted on top ten cars to avoid. The 09-10 370z made the list. I am in the market for a 370z and am wondering how much legiticy this story holds.

Members, is there a concern for this from what you have seen? If it were you would you buy a 2011+ only?

Thanks in advance for the help.

Red__Zed · 11-19-2012, 11:14 AM

I wouldn't say it's bad. There are a couple things (steering lock, etc) that you should be aware of so you are going in with open eyes, though. I'd read up on the car and make sure you are comfortable with the known issues, and then make a decision.

That article has been discussed and it is generally not accurate. It is rush & fluff.

03g35coupe6mt · 11-19-2012, 11:20 AM

The reviewers of this car for the most part seem to not like this car. probably cause they get no payoffs.. im sure most of the ppl on here would agree that they are full of it . i have a 2010 with no issues . yes if your getting an 09 or early 10 you will have to read on the steering lock issue . mine is a late 2010 and fuse has been removed .

Mt Tam I am · 11-19-2012, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I wouldn't say it's bad. There are a couple things (steering lock, etc) that you should be aware of so you are going in with open eyes, though. I'd read up on the car and make sure you are comfortable with the known issues, and then make a decision.

That article has been discussed and it is generally not accurate. It is rush & fluff.

I'd buy my 2009 over again. And I've had a issue that Nissan fixed.

m4a1mustang · 11-19-2012, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I wouldn't say it's bad. There are a couple things (steering lock, etc) that you should be aware of so you are going in with open eyes, though. I'd read up on the car and make sure you are comfortable with the known issues, and then make a decision.

That article has been discussed and it is generally not accurate. It is rush & fluff.

TopgunZ · 11-19-2012, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 03g35coupe6mt

The reviewers of this car for the most part seem to not like this car. probably cause they get no payoffs.. im sure most of the ppl on here would agree that they are full of it . i have a 2010 with no issues . yes if your getting an 09 or early 10 you will have to read on the steering lock issue . mine is a late 2010 and fuse has been removed .

I own a boosted 350 now. Looking to boost the 370 also. Any word on if there are issues added into boosting an older model?

LMBmikeZ · 11-19-2012, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TopgunZ

I own a boosted 350 now. Looking to boost the 370 also. Any word on if there are issues added into boosting an older model?

As long as you do it right and get all the supporting mods you will have no issues. There are a lot of members on here boosted for quite some time now and most have little to no problems.

GL and hope you get a 370 soon!

One_Quick_Z · 11-19-2012, 12:59 PM

I had an 09 for threes years with no issues at all.

DAN

USAF_troop · 11-19-2012, 01:21 PM

Love my 09!

lemon-fresh · 11-19-2012, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 03g35coupe6mt

The reviewers of this car for the most part seem to not like this car. probably cause they get no payoffs.. im sure most of the ppl on here would agree that they are full of it . i have a 2010 with no issues . yes if your getting an 09 or early 10 you will have to read on the steering lock issue . mine is a late 2010 and fuse has been removed .

Actually, reviewers loved the car when it first came out. Then they started getting payed to hype the next cool thing.

Don't have problems with my 09, just be aware of the possible issues.

NYBladeZ · 11-19-2012, 01:57 PM

I was very happy with my 09 Z, unless you want some of the very minor updates that occurred in later years I would buy an 09. Just be meticulous in your search.

edub370 · 11-19-2012, 02:29 PM

MSN is about as much of an authority on autos as martha stewert....

Mitco39 · 11-19-2012, 02:33 PM

Already been discussed.

2009-2010 370Z is one of the 10 used car to avoid by MSN Autos

tranceformer · 11-19-2012, 02:47 PM

so who's going to trade in their 09 now after reading that article?

LakeShow · 11-19-2012, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

so who's going to trade in their 09 now after reading that article?

Everyone

11-19-2012, 10:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
TopgunZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 2,651 Drives: 06 350Z , 09 370Z MT Rep Power: 6833	2009-10 370Z bad?? 10 used cars to avoid - MSN Autos read an article on Here is a quick article that msn posted on top ten cars to avoid. The 09-10 370z made the list. I am in the market for a 370z and am wondering how much legiticy this story holds. Members, is there a concern for this from what you have seen? If it were you would you buy a 2011+ only? Thanks in advance for the help.

11-19-2012, 11:14 AM	#2 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 119	I wouldn't say it's bad. There are a couple things (steering lock, etc) that you should be aware of so you are going in with open eyes, though. I'd read up on the car and make sure you are comfortable with the known issues, and then make a decision. That article has been discussed and it is generally not accurate. It is rush & fluff. m4a1mustang, Spikuh and Merlinshawn like this.

11-19-2012, 11:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
03g35coupe6mt Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: East Stroudsburg Pa Posts: 183 Drives: 2010 Z / 2003 G35cp Rep Power: 14	The reviewers of this car for the most part seem to not like this car. probably cause they get no payoffs.. im sure most of the ppl on here would agree that they are full of it . i have a 2010 with no issues . yes if your getting an 09 or early 10 you will have to read on the steering lock issue . mine is a late 2010 and fuse has been removed . Last edited by 03g35coupe6mt; 11-19-2012 at 11:22 AM. Reason: added more

11-19-2012, 12:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	I had an 09 for threes years with no issues at all. DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

11-19-2012, 01:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
USAF_troop Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Georgia Posts: 127 Drives: ...really slow? Rep Power: 13	Love my 09! PapoZalsa likes this. __________________ 09 Z34 6MT w/ Sport Pkg ONEighty / Exedy / Fast Intentions / Stillen / NISMO / Evo-R / Clarion / Alpine / Avant Garde

11-19-2012, 01:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	I was very happy with my 09 Z, unless you want some of the very minor updates that occurred in later years I would buy an 09. Just be meticulous in your search. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

11-19-2012, 02:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
edub370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: KCMO Posts: 3,458 Drives: 09 370z S/T 6MT Rep Power: 20	MSN is about as much of an authority on autos as martha stewert.... __________________ 09 370Z ST 6MT//Injen CAI//Greddy CBE//TP//TSW's//Swifts//Stillen lip//Whiteline sways 326whp/268tq

11-19-2012, 02:33 PM	#13 (permalink)
Mitco39 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Edmonton Alberta Canada Posts: 2,089 Drives: 40th 370z Rep Power: 131	Already been discussed. 2009-2010 370Z is one of the 10 used car to avoid by MSN Autos __________________ 2007 Chevy Duramax - EFILive Tuned By Me 2010 40th W/ Nav - Boosted Performance - UpRev Tuned By Me The Mrs. Ride -2012 335XI N55 BMW - Cobb Tuned By Me, Built by her My Build --> http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...39s-build.html

11-19-2012, 02:47 PM	#14 (permalink)
tranceformer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Beach, FL Posts: 1,213 Drives: 2009 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 267	so who's going to trade in their 09 now after reading that article? __________________ Ray 2009 370Z Base Sport 6MT / 12.860 @ 109.09mph / 1.921 60ft / street tires official 1/4 mile track times

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