Should i trade for a Z?

UNKNOWN_370 · 05-09-2013, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

thats kinda another problem not many companies (actually none locally) work on genesis, and alot of them work on Z, so i spent close to 12k on my coupe, done all the work my self and im barely making it to 400 whp. I also looked at the cadillac CTS and it looks like a fun car to drive.

And no i have not driven a Z yet, im sure i will feel like is faster than my coupe, since it will have alooooooot more lower power...

Before the gen coupe i had a corolla and before that a 350z (which i misssss alooot) it was a bit ago that i had it but if i remember correctly it handle better than my gen, drif wise (sold it for economical reasons)

I think you will like a stock Z over your modded gen, honestly. But we gotta the ups and downs.

Tazicon · 05-09-2013, 11:18 AM

It's nice to see someone doing their home work BEFORE buying a Z. Most people buy them then realize the car isn't what they expected. One thing that gets you is jumping in one and taking it for a test drive. You will realize that the car isn't the fastest but man they are fun to drive! Trying to get a lot of ponies out of them costs you money. You can get some more HP out of them with out going FI buit it won't have the bang for your buck that stock turbo cars have with mods. Anyway I hope you have learned a bit and will make an informed decision so we don't see another regret thread!

SuperMiguel · 05-09-2013, 11:38 AM

I'll go try one today, but i know it will feel faster (butt trick) :P But def have to think about it... On the genesis world im one of the fastest, in fact here in tampa there just another guy that may hit 400whp (still at the shop), also i get a good amount with the gen, believe or not at least once a day i get asked "What kind of car is that?"

If i get another Z ill be just another Z around nothing special (at the beginning at least :P)

decisions decisions

btw this is my car build: SuperMiguel's Build Thread - Genesis Forum: GenCoupe Hyundai Genesis Forums

UNKNOWN_370 · 05-09-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

I'll go try one today, but i know it will feel faster (butt trick) :P But def have to think about it... On the genesis world im one of the fastest, in fact here in tampa there just another guy that may hit 400whp (still at the shop), also i get a good amount with the gen, believe or not at least once a day i get asked "What kind of car is that?"

If i get another Z ill be just another Z around nothing special (at the beginning at least :P)

decisions decisions

btw this is my car build: SuperMiguel's Build Thread - Genesis Forum: GenCoupe Hyundai Genesis Forums

Nice gen

Chuck33079 · 05-09-2013, 11:40 AM

A low mileage 370 with GTM's new 16g kit would be a lot of bang for your buck.

Tazicon · 05-09-2013, 11:43 AM

You have a lot of money wrapped up in your car already, and your bored this quick? I am not sure if a Z is going to cure you.

SuperMiguel · 05-09-2013, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Tazicon

You have a lot of money wrapped up in your car already, and your bored this quick? I am not sure if a Z is going to cure you.

No bored, its just where i work at every one drives MB, BMW, expensive cars then every time we go to a clients im the one driving the loud *** Hyundai :P i think driving loud 370z may fix that (just thinking out loud)

Tazicon · 05-09-2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

No bored, its just where i work at every one drives MB, BMW, expensive cars then every time we go to a clients im the one driving the loud *** Hyundai :P i think driving loud 370z may fix that (just thinking out loud)

Thats when I used to pull out the Infiniti G37 IPL or the Cayman. My Z is not loud but it does have a cat back.

GSS138 · 05-09-2013, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

No bored, its just where i work at every one drives MB, BMW, expensive cars then every time we go to a clients im the one driving the loud *** Hyundai :P i think driving loud 370z may fix that (just thinking out loud)

Are you against getting a BMW/MB yourself? I personally would never buy a MB but there are a few Bimmers I would consider. 335 TT, M3 are both amazing cars.

And if you are talking about dropping another 10-15K on a FI Z. Well you can get 400+ in a stock M3 for that type of money. Unless you are building a full track beast, there is really no need for a TT or super charger on a Z that is a daily driver imo.

The other option someone suggested is to look at the used caymen/boxster market. I would also be looking at used Audi S5's. Amazing car and the used ones start at 40K for recertified vehicles. The S5 is a bad mama jama. Not familiar with the pricing, but audi TT/RS is another great car.

Chuck33079 · 05-09-2013, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by GSS138

there is really no need for a TT or super charger on a Z that is a daily driver imo.

"Because you can" is a perfectly acceptable reason for a TT daily driven Z. It makes the drive to work far more entertaining.

GSS138 · 05-09-2013, 12:21 PM

OK that's a reason. Being in Orange County CA though I am happy if I can get into 4th gear on my daily drive though lol.

XiP · 05-09-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

So i currently have a 2.0t Genesis coupe, with a gtx28 turbo on it, making about 400whp, 330 wtorque... But im a bit bored of the car, I been looking at the 370z for few days but not sure....

How much or what mods will it take to put it, in that 400whp range?

Also any of you guys have made this transition from a gen coupe to a 370z and have any opinion?

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

No bored, its just where i work at every one drives MB, BMW, expensive cars then every time we go to a clients im the one driving the loud *** Hyundai :P i think driving loud 370z may fix that (just thinking out loud)

So you're saying you want something with the same amount of power that you're currently getting on your Genesis but needs to look more refined?

If so then don't think the 370z fits your needs because you'll need to go FI to put out numbers like that. 370z is definitely a looker but for business purposes and visiting/impressing clients you might want a luxury car like a G37 (you'd have to boost the G37 to get those numbers too) or maybe an IS-F if it fits your budget.

dcnj610 · 05-09-2013, 05:32 PM

I currently drive an 09 335i and im actually in the process of selling it to get myself into a z possibly a new nismo if eveything works out as planned. I'm assuming you'd be buying preowned if your looking at 335i's since the 09's are in the low 30's and im guessing the genesis is worth close to that range but anyway without sounding like a run on sentence i'd just like give you my 2 cents, the 335i is my daily driver and it was a nice experience at first but it gets so dreadfully boring after dd it for so long, had a hard time finding a stick with the right options, mine is fully loaded so I had to settle for the msport package paddle shifters, that being said its really really really boring and the maintenance on this car is crazy it's in every month since i've owned it for one of bmw's recall notices (thank god it's under factory warranty still because the invoices are shocking), anyway this is 100% my opinion based on my experience with the car I don't wanna scare you but I thought i'd share my experience. As many would agree you can't beat the reliability of a japanese car, also 99% of my car's problems have been with the cars electric system which bmw is known for. The major problems I had were the ecu and other components of the electrical system failing ranging from the idrive system (which blows in my opinion), to the engine malfunction warning on 5 times in the last year because the fuel pump went twice another issue the n54 engine is known for. Not to mention its about $80 every 5 days to fill up were I live.

XiP · 05-09-2013, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by dcnj610

I currently drive an 09 335i and im actually in the process of selling it to get myself into a z possibly a new nismo if eveything works out as planned. I'm assuming you'd be buying preowned if your looking at 335i's since the 09's are in the low 30's and im guessing the genesis is worth close to that range but anyway without sounding like a run on sentence i'd just like give you my 2 cents, the 335i is my daily driver and it was a nice experience at first but it gets so dreadfully boring after dd it for so long, had a hard time finding a stick with the right options, mine is fully loaded so I had to settle for the msport package paddle shifters, that being said its really really really boring and the maintenance on this car is crazy it's in every month since i've owned it for one of bmw's recall notices (thank god it's under factory warranty still because the invoices are shocking), anyway this is 100% my opinion based on my experience with the car I don't wanna scare you but I thought i'd share my experience. As many would agree you can't beat the reliability of a japanese car, also 99% of my car's problems have been with the cars electric system which bmw is known for. The major problems I had were the ecu and other components of the electrical system failing ranging from the idrive system (which blows in my opinion), to the engine malfunction warning on 5 times in the last year because the fuel pump went twice another issue the n54 engine is known for. Not to mention its about $80 every 5 days to fill up were I live.

german engineering at its finest

olddudesrule · 05-09-2013, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

No bored, its just where i work at every one drives MB, BMW, expensive cars then every time we go to a clients im the one driving the loud *** Hyundai :P i think driving loud 370z may fix that (just thinking out loud)

Hate to sound like the old dude (shoe fits...), but how about not giving a f&$k what they think? Buy what you want, because you want it, but realize this...if you're looking for a car to do more for you than be fun, you'll continue to be disappointed...

BTW, I love my Z, and I've had z06's, Vipers, and FFR Cobras..

05-09-2013, 11:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
Tazicon Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Vegas Baby! Posts: 773 Drives: German/British cars Rep Power: 15	It's nice to see someone doing their home work BEFORE buying a Z. Most people buy them then realize the car isn't what they expected. One thing that gets you is jumping in one and taking it for a test drive. You will realize that the car isn't the fastest but man they are fun to drive! Trying to get a lot of ponies out of them costs you money. You can get some more HP out of them with out going FI buit it won't have the bang for your buck that stock turbo cars have with mods. Anyway I hope you have learned a bit and will make an informed decision so we don't see another regret thread! m4a1mustang and lemon-fresh like this.

05-09-2013, 11:40 AM	#5 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	A low mileage 370 with GTM's new 16g kit would be a lot of bang for your buck. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

05-09-2013, 12:21 PM	#11 (permalink)
GSS138 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Mission Viejo, CA Posts: 769 Drives: '12 370Z 6M Sport Rep Power: 14	OK that's a reason. Being in Orange County CA though I am happy if I can get into 4th gear on my daily drive though lol. NickTurnon likes this.

05-09-2013, 05:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
dcnj610 Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: new jersey Posts: 4 Drives: 09 bmw 335ix blk a6 Rep Power: 13	I currently drive an 09 335i and im actually in the process of selling it to get myself into a z possibly a new nismo if eveything works out as planned. I'm assuming you'd be buying preowned if your looking at 335i's since the 09's are in the low 30's and im guessing the genesis is worth close to that range but anyway without sounding like a run on sentence i'd just like give you my 2 cents, the 335i is my daily driver and it was a nice experience at first but it gets so dreadfully boring after dd it for so long, had a hard time finding a stick with the right options, mine is fully loaded so I had to settle for the msport package paddle shifters, that being said its really really really boring and the maintenance on this car is crazy it's in every month since i've owned it for one of bmw's recall notices (thank god it's under factory warranty still because the invoices are shocking), anyway this is 100% my opinion based on my experience with the car I don't wanna scare you but I thought i'd share my experience. As many would agree you can't beat the reliability of a japanese car, also 99% of my car's problems have been with the cars electric system which bmw is known for. The major problems I had were the ecu and other components of the electrical system failing ranging from the idrive system (which blows in my opinion), to the engine malfunction warning on 5 times in the last year because the fuel pump went twice another issue the n54 engine is known for. Not to mention its about $80 every 5 days to fill up were I live. XiP, Maivz and SmokeEater27 like this.

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05-09-2013, 11:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
SuperMiguel Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 17 Drives: 2.0t Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 13	I'll go try one today, but i know it will feel faster (butt trick) :P But def have to think about it... On the genesis world im one of the fastest, in fact here in tampa there just another guy that may hit 400whp (still at the shop), also i get a good amount with the gen, believe or not at least once a day i get asked "What kind of car is that?" If i get another Z ill be just another Z around nothing special (at the beginning at least :P) decisions decisions btw this is my car build: SuperMiguel's Build Thread - Genesis Forum: GenCoupe Hyundai Genesis Forums

05-09-2013, 11:43 AM	#6 (permalink)
Tazicon Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Vegas Baby! Posts: 773 Drives: German/British cars Rep Power: 15	You have a lot of money wrapped up in your car already, and your bored this quick? I am not sure if a Z is going to cure you.