Considering a Z; need some advice and wisdom

shadowfax · 01-08-2013, 05:48 PM

Here's what my brain has to say to you:

-I would say if the VW Golf is getting too expensive, the 370z will probably be expensive as well.
-Since it's rainy a lot, a WRX or EVO would make more sense and you wouldn't have to deal with tire swapping.
-You can get employee pricing or invoice anywhere.
-WRX and EVO are both a bit more practical.
-Other cars you could consider are BMW 3 series coupes, 1 series, Audi A4/A5.

Here's what my heart has to say to you:

-The 370z is by far the sexiest out of all the aforementioned cars.

I just picked up a 2013 370z Pearl White Sport. I was considering all these same cars. I think to be honest with you, if I lived in rainy/snowy weather, I'd go with something AWD. But if you can manage it, try to get the 370!

nmjaxx9 · 01-08-2013, 05:57 PM

370z get it!!!

lemon-fresh · 01-08-2013, 06:01 PM

The haters should show up around page 2 to talk you out of it. Just get the Z.

1st · 01-08-2013, 06:02 PM

Get a 2011-13 Z! Get it, Got it, Good. All cars are prone to hydroplane when driven incorrectly in the rain etc. There isn’t any statistics in Seattle that state rwd car owners are in more wrecks then awd, fwd car owners. You drive in the rain you slow down.

280z/300zx · 01-08-2013, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadowfax

Here's what my brain has to say to you:

-I would say if the VW Golf is getting too expensive, the 370z will probably be expensive as well.
-Since it's rainy a lot, a WRX or EVO would make more sense and you wouldn't have to deal with tire swapping.
-You can get employee pricing or invoice anywhere.
-WRX and EVO are both a bit more practical.
-Other cars you could consider are BMW 3 series coupes, 1 series, Audi A4/A5.

Here's what my heart has to say to you:

-The 370z is by far the sexiest out of all the aforementioned cars.

I just picked up a 2013 370z Pearl White Sport. I was considering all these same cars. I think to be honest with you, if I lived in rainy/snowy weather, I'd go with something AWD. But if you can manage it, try to get the 370!

I agree with this. Considering how often it rains there I would be looking more at the STI/EVO option. Sure the 370z can be driven safely in the rain but the STI and EVO will be much better at it. Also with the 370z you have to sacrafice dry traction by getting a better wet traction tire. With the AWD option you can have the best of both worlds. Get the car that makes you happy but if I lived anywhere like Seattle I'd be driving a STI no question about it.

Red__Zed · 01-08-2013, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 280z/300zx

I agree with this. Considering how often it rains there I would be looking more at the STI/EVO option. Sure the 370z can be driven safely in the rain but the STI and EVO will be much better at it. Also with the 370z you have to sacrafice dry traction by getting a better wet traction tire. With the AWD option you can have the best of both worlds. Get the car that makes you happy but if I lived anywhere like Seattle I'd be driving a STI no question about it.

I really don't think that the potential benefits of AWD are worth it IF the OP is looking for a RWD experience. It's not secret I'm a huge fan of the WRX, but if the goal is a RWD coupe, there's no way I'd buy an STI/EVO instead just because of some piddly rain. Snow is a different story.

That said, if the OP doesn't care, the EVO and STI are both great cars. I'd also second the suggestion to at least test drive the new mustang--preferably one with the track pack.

You really can't go wrong with any of the cars TBH.

ZeeingAround · 01-10-2013, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadowfax

Here's what my brain has to say to you:

-I would say if the VW Golf is getting too expensive, the 370z will probably be expensive as well.
-Since it's rainy a lot, a WRX or EVO would make more sense and you wouldn't have to deal with tire swapping.
-You can get employee pricing or invoice anywhere.
-WRX and EVO are both a bit more practical.
-Other cars you could consider are BMW 3 series coupes, 1 series, Audi A4/A5.

Here's what my heart has to say to you:

-The 370z is by far the sexiest out of all the aforementioned cars.

I just picked up a 2013 370z Pearl White Sport. I was considering all these same cars. I think to be honest with you, if I lived in rainy/snowy weather, I'd go with something AWD. But if you can manage it, try to get the 370!

^^^This is the same thing on my mind. I have owned a Suabaru since 1986. I have a 2002 now. I love the WRX, but the 370Z was "it" when I saw and drove one. I am in Michigan so the roads are similar. I have Continental DW series and they are great for Dry roads and not so much for anything else> So the right tire for all rear driving would be critical.
I might even suggest getting another set of cheap 18" Nissan rims and getting some Blizzak tires for the winter. I have Blizzaks on the Chrysler Town and Country and they great in the winter.
My Z is in the garage for the winter season. I will take it out on nice dry days after the salt has been washed off the road. I have a winter beater for the bad days- a '91 pathfinder. That way I don't worry about the idiots out there.

The Subaru would be a great all season car though. I cannot justify the cost, cheap interior, so so outside looks and insurance.

01-08-2013, 05:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
shadowfax Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: California Posts: 93 Drives: 2013 Sport PW A7 Rep Power: 14	Here's what my brain has to say to you: -I would say if the VW Golf is getting too expensive, the 370z will probably be expensive as well. -Since it's rainy a lot, a WRX or EVO would make more sense and you wouldn't have to deal with tire swapping. -You can get employee pricing or invoice anywhere. -WRX and EVO are both a bit more practical. -Other cars you could consider are BMW 3 series coupes, 1 series, Audi A4/A5. Here's what my heart has to say to you: -The 370z is by far the sexiest out of all the aforementioned cars. I just picked up a 2013 370z Pearl White Sport. I was considering all these same cars. I think to be honest with you, if I lived in rainy/snowy weather, I'd go with something AWD. But if you can manage it, try to get the 370! ZeeingAround, DEpointfive0 and HappyZmoke like this. __________________ "Run Shadowfax. Show us the meaning of haste." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvZkMaEU04g

01-08-2013, 06:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
lemon-fresh Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Calgary Age: 41 Posts: 471 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 15	The haters should show up around page 2 to talk you out of it. Just get the Z. DEpointfive0 and Magic Bus like this.

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01-08-2013, 05:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 27	370z get it!!!

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1st A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: I 80 Biz U.S. 50 Posts: 1,710 Drives: Platinum Z Rep Power: 1617	Get a 2011-13 Z! Get it, Got it, Good. All cars are prone to hydroplane when driven incorrectly in the rain etc. There isn’t any statistics in Seattle that state rwd car owners are in more wrecks then awd, fwd car owners. You drive in the rain you slow down.