What is your first Z memory?

Chuck33079 · 07-17-2013, 04:34 PM

A buddy of mine in high school had a red Z31. I drove it all the time. I almost bought a blue '86, but it got sold out from under me. I wanted a Z32, but they were new at the time and well out of my price range.

/Angelo350Z/ · 07-17-2013, 05:37 PM

As a child in the late 80s, I saw a black 300ZX Turbo on the street for the first time. I wasn't even into cars yet so I had no idea what it was. It wasn't going fast, just making a left turn on a busy street and we were on the other side. The shape and lines of the car ignited my passion for the Z. In a sea of Tauruses and Accords, the Z32 took the prize. I've been in love ever since.

It would take another 20 years before I could finally own the car of my childhood dreams.

Mt Tam I am · 07-17-2013, 05:43 PM

My dad drove an XKE and I wanted one as well. In no way shape, size or form could I have afforded one then, so I bought the Jap copy, a 1978 280Z. A wonderful decision that has allowed me to have a Z story every day for more than thirty years.

Thank you Mr K.

1325 · 07-17-2013, 05:46 PM

Went to the lot with intent to purchase a 350, but was swayed to the 370 with 10 miles on the odometer. During the test drive I couldn't help but enjoy everything about it, especially the outward view with the triple gauges. Can't believe it has been three years already and I still enjoy it.

Mt Tam I am · 07-17-2013, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 1325

Went to the lot with intent to purchase a 350, but was swayed to the 370 with 10 miles on the odometer. During the test drive I couldn't help but enjoy everything about it, especially the outward view with the triple gauges. Can't believe it has been three years already and I still enjoy it.

I totally agree. 3 lovely years.

10MPlayer · 07-18-2013, 10:47 PM

Loved the 240Z's back in the early 70s but couldn't afford one. In mid May of this year I was taking my my daughter in to get her Rogue serviced, got a look at the white NISMO sitting in the showroom and was hooked. Had to have it.

Dwight Frye · 07-17-2013, 06:01 PM

I admired the original 240Z back in 1970. The 260Z and 280Z's became what we used to call "Secretary Specials", i.e. chick cars, especially when they offered them with automatics. The 2+2 was an abomination. Nissan recovered with the 300, lost it again with the 350Z which looks like a sporting version of a PT Cruiser, and recovered their panache with the 370Z. It's my first Z, and I may buy the replacement model if they address the road noise issue, it really does distract from the car being an enjoyable GT for trips and would be an easy fix. Otherwise it may be the next generation G Coupe from Infiniti, as long as it's not as ugly as the current year models which look more like products from Hyundai.

MarkGideon · 07-17-2013, 06:08 PM

Just after college, right after I started my first real job, I wanted a new '92 300Z. Went to my local dealership and loved it on the test drive. However, at a whopping $27,995 it was out of my budget. So I bought a new '92 Eclipse and patiently waited until a "Z" as a toy was in my budget.

Tazicon · 07-17-2013, 06:29 PM

Way back in the 70's when one of the older guys in our neighborhood bought one, loved them ever after and bought my first one (Used 280ZX) in 87. Shortly there after I got a ticket for doing 105 in a 55. Learned to slow my butt down which is why I am still here today.

blackcherry20 · 07-17-2013, 06:31 PM

When my husband and I decided we couldn't (wouldn't) buy a Mustang....started looking for an alternative....Googled Sports Cars 2012/images.
Camaro-nope-back seat
Corvette-too expensive
Google again ...Sports Cars/2012/under 40000
BAM!! There it was!!! Had NO IDEA i could afford a Z!!!!
More research
More investgation
More looking and talking
And remembering...my cool older cousins Datsun when i was in 8th grade...my old managers 300zx....thinking ...maybe, maybe. Looking at spec sheets, comparing.
Choosing TWO colors just in case so i would not be disappointed and still be able to bargain.
Sigh....year long process! And gawd , the car was EVERYTHING a sports car should be-to me anyway-2 seats-stick shift-rear wheel drive-fat tires-sexy as hell-and who in my area had one?! NOBODY!!!
Then i saw Harry in person and it was over for me!!!
^^^^ this-my first memory that counts!!!
I love Harry.

Felix 808 · 07-17-2013, 06:39 PM

Growing up, I had a neighbor who had a 260z & 280z when they were new. Never thought too much about it, but thought they were nice. Then dated a girl in high school that had a ratty black 240z that had one of the worst over-sprayed & runny paint jobs I can remember & she use to go on & on how great her car was when I thought it was a total POS that felt like it was going to rattle itself apart going down the road.

Not the best of memories, but you asked for the first.

PapoZalsa · 07-17-2013, 06:42 PM

It really started with the 90s 300ZX even that I always like the 240 and first gen 280.

luigi90210 · 07-17-2013, 06:52 PM

my first Z memory was riding in my uncle's red TT Z32 pushing 500+whp(dont know the exact number but it was over 500whp) when i was 10
I think after that day, i was hooked on imports especially the Z cars

Bking · 07-17-2013, 07:00 PM

When I saw a bunch of nice 350Z's rolling around in Vancouver (Richmond) in the early 2000, I knew I had to get one. It's even better now that the 370Z is so much better than the previous gen.

forza370z · 07-17-2013, 10:55 PM

When the first time I saw my z on autotrader.com I knew I have to get it.

And I got it.

My first Z memory is... When I saw a 350z in person back to 2003, I regreted I didn't bring a second pair of underwear.

07-17-2013, 04:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	A buddy of mine in high school had a red Z31. I drove it all the time. I almost bought a blue '86, but it got sold out from under me. I wanted a Z32, but they were new at the time and well out of my price range. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

07-17-2013, 05:37 PM	#2 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3661	As a child in the late 80s, I saw a black 300ZX Turbo on the street for the first time. I wasn't even into cars yet so I had no idea what it was. It wasn't going fast, just making a left turn on a busy street and we were on the other side. The shape and lines of the car ignited my passion for the Z. In a sea of Tauruses and Accords, the Z32 took the prize. I've been in love ever since. It would take another 20 years before I could finally own the car of my childhood dreams. 4r3s and blackcherry20 like this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

07-17-2013, 05:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3844	My dad drove an XKE and I wanted one as well. In no way shape, size or form could I have afforded one then, so I bought the Jap copy, a 1978 280Z. A wonderful decision that has allowed me to have a Z story every day for more than thirty years. Thank you Mr K. blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

07-17-2013, 05:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
1325 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 287 Drives: 10 370Z BLK 6M Rep Power: 16	Went to the lot with intent to purchase a 350, but was swayed to the 370 with 10 miles on the odometer. During the test drive I couldn't help but enjoy everything about it, especially the outward view with the triple gauges. Can't believe it has been three years already and I still enjoy it. roy'sz likes this.

07-17-2013, 06:08 PM	#8 (permalink)
MarkGideon Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA, SC Posts: 213 Drives: 2012 370Z Base Rep Power: 14	Just after college, right after I started my first real job, I wanted a new '92 300Z. Went to my local dealership and loved it on the test drive. However, at a whopping $27,995 it was out of my budget. So I bought a new '92 Eclipse and patiently waited until a "Z" as a toy was in my budget. blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ 2012 370Z Base Gun Metallic--2015 Altima 2.5SV Gun Metallic--2020 Chevy Silverado RST--1965 Chevy C10 Stepside Shortbed

07-18-2013, 10:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
10MPlayer Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Sacratomato Posts: 309 Drives: your mama wild. Rep Power: 14	Loved the 240Z's back in the early 70s but couldn't afford one. In mid May of this year I was taking my my daughter in to get her Rogue serviced, got a look at the white NISMO sitting in the showroom and was hooked. Had to have it.

07-17-2013, 06:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
Dwight Frye Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Occupied California Posts: 423 Drives: '09 Tour/Sport/6MT Rep Power: 17	I admired the original 240Z back in 1970. The 260Z and 280Z's became what we used to call "Secretary Specials", i.e. chick cars, especially when they offered them with automatics. The 2+2 was an abomination. Nissan recovered with the 300, lost it again with the 350Z which looks like a sporting version of a PT Cruiser, and recovered their panache with the 370Z. It's my first Z, and I may buy the replacement model if they address the road noise issue, it really does distract from the car being an enjoyable GT for trips and would be an easy fix. Otherwise it may be the next generation G Coupe from Infiniti, as long as it's not as ugly as the current year models which look more like products from Hyundai.

07-17-2013, 06:29 PM	#9 (permalink)
Tazicon Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Vegas Baby! Posts: 773 Drives: German/British cars Rep Power: 15	Way back in the 70's when one of the older guys in our neighborhood bought one, loved them ever after and bought my first one (Used 280ZX) in 87. Shortly there after I got a ticket for doing 105 in a 55. Learned to slow my butt down which is why I am still here today. blackcherry20 likes this.

07-17-2013, 06:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
blackcherry20 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 22,749 Drives: ‘17 badazz Z51 Rep Power: 240460	When my husband and I decided we couldn't (wouldn't) buy a Mustang....started looking for an alternative....Googled Sports Cars 2012/images. Camaro-nope-back seat Corvette-too expensive Google again ...Sports Cars/2012/under 40000 BAM!! There it was!!! Had NO IDEA i could afford a Z!!!! More research More investgation More looking and talking And remembering...my cool older cousins Datsun when i was in 8th grade...my old managers 300zx....thinking ...maybe, maybe. Looking at spec sheets, comparing. Choosing TWO colors just in case so i would not be disappointed and still be able to bargain. Sigh....year long process! And gawd , the car was EVERYTHING a sports car should be-to me anyway-2 seats-stick shift-rear wheel drive-fat tires-sexy as hell-and who in my area had one?! NOBODY!!! Then i saw Harry in person and it was over for me!!! ^^^^ this-my first memory that counts!!! I love Harry. Leadfoot, Tazicon, Latt and 1 others like this. __________________ Grand Sport Corvette Arctic White Last edited by blackcherry20; 07-17-2013 at 06:42 PM.

07-17-2013, 06:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
Felix 808 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 1,063 Drives: 2011 PW/Grey T/S 7AT Rep Power: 2807	Growing up, I had a neighbor who had a 260z & 280z when they were new. Never thought too much about it, but thought they were nice. Then dated a girl in high school that had a ratty black 240z that had one of the worst over-sprayed & runny paint jobs I can remember & she use to go on & on how great her car was when I thought it was a total POS that felt like it was going to rattle itself apart going down the road. Not the best of memories, but you asked for the first. blackcherry20 likes this. __________________ Semper Fi Μολὼν λαβέ

07-17-2013, 06:42 PM	#12 (permalink)
PapoZalsa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Not in Sunny Florida Posts: 6,358 Drives: 16 Nismo w/Tech Pack Rep Power: 4500	It really started with the 90s 300ZX even that I always like the 240 and first gen 280. __________________ 2009 370Z MB Base w/Sport Package 6MT Modshack's Custom Air Intakes /3M Clear Bra/ Illuminated Kick Plates / F. I CBE w/12" resonators / EVO-R Front Lip / Rear Hatch Wing / Tein S-Tech Springs /Ilegal Tint in the Rep. of VA/4x20mm Z1 Spacers/ Vinyl Roof/Liquid Carbon Designs

07-17-2013, 06:52 PM	#13 (permalink)
luigi90210 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,103 Drives: Classified Rep Power: 16	my first Z memory was riding in my uncle's red TT Z32 pushing 500+whp(dont know the exact number but it was over 500whp) when i was 10 I think after that day, i was hooked on imports especially the Z cars

07-17-2013, 07:00 PM	#14 (permalink)
Bking Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 298 Drives: 40th Z Rep Power: 15	When I saw a bunch of nice 350Z's rolling around in Vancouver (Richmond) in the early 2000, I knew I had to get one. It's even better now that the 370Z is so much better than the previous gen.

07-17-2013, 10:55 PM	#15 (permalink)
forza370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: 403 Forbidden Posts: 2,512 Drives: 2009 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 19	When the first time I saw my z on autotrader.com I knew I have to get it. And I got it. My first Z memory is... When I saw a 350z in person back to 2003, I regreted I didn't bring a second pair of underwear. __________________ 09 PW 370z Nismo \| K&N Drop Ins \| HKS Hi Power \| Berk HFCs \| Work Meister S1 3P \| Project Kics R40 Neo Chrome Lug Nuts \| KW V1 \| SPC rear camber arms/toe bolts \| Southbend Stage 3 daily clutch \| Southband 19Ib Steel Flywheel \| ZSpeed CSC

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