Considering the 370z again

ZeroZeta · 10-02-2013, 12:34 AM

gunz4me - I am around the same age with similar circumstances. My 2013 7AT has done me well.

A few things to share from my 3 months of ownership.

I had to have the dealer reflash my computer to fix an issue with the transmission dropping out of gear (5th I believe) in manual mode. There are a few others on here that had the same issue. Basically you shift up and then the car starts to disagree with your choice of gears.

I also strongly suggest that when you go for your test drive you try the manual mode. Great transmission but I think requires a full understanding to take advantage of or else it just seems awkward initially.

Since my computer reflash - Things have been really smooth.

OldGuy · 10-02-2013, 01:17 AM

Got My 370 Z at age 62 and I'm still enjoying it very much at age 65---even more now in retirement. 7 speed automatic is plenty exciting, especially with the paddles if you're in the mood. But test drive it first to be sure your knee can handle getting in and out. Fortunately, I have no such problems.

onzedge · 10-02-2013, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

Got My 370 Z at age 62 and I'm still enjoying it very much at age 65---even more now in retirement. 7 speed automatic is plenty exciting, especially with the paddles if you're in the mood. But test drive it first to be sure your knee can handle getting in and out. Fortunately, I have no such problems.

zefaulter · 10-02-2013, 07:13 AM

nothing wrong with Automatics. that's where all manufacturers are heading anyway. in 10 years, there might be no manual cars in production if you ask me

kenchan · 10-02-2013, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by zefaulter

nothing wrong with Automatics. that's where all manufacturers are heading anyway. in 10 years, there might be no manual cars in production if you ask me

the more reasons why i got the Z in MT.

Redglare · 10-02-2013, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by zefaulter

nothing wrong with Automatics. that's where all manufacturers are heading anyway. in 10 years, there might be no manual cars in production if you ask me

I guess I will be driving 10 year old sport cars then. No way I am touching an automatic in my sports car, in my prius sure but not in my Z.

10MPlayer · 10-02-2013, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Redglare

I guess I will be driving 10 year old sport cars then. No way I am touching an automatic in my sports car, in my prius sure but not in my Z.

I don't know how old you are but when you get a little older and your left knee starts aching you'll change your mind.

gunz4me · 10-03-2013, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 10MPlayer

I don't know how old you are but when you get a little older and your left knee starts aching you'll change your mind.

Unfortunately, that is the sad reality of getting older. Just five years ago I would have called people names if they suggested that I get an automatic. Now, it is the only option I will consider. Funny how your perspective changes when something like sleeping too long causes your body to ache.

Nailzs · 10-03-2013, 05:29 AM

Just doooooo it! With a 7AT you can use your fingers to shift! Or not!!

Elan · 10-03-2013, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 10MPlayer

I don't know how old you are but when you get a little older and your left knee starts aching you'll change your mind.

I believe a sports car should be driven as a manual. My dad has an automatic SS Camaro. He didn't get an manual because of his age. That being said, whenever I drove it and people would ask "Is that a manual"? You could just feel the judgement when they would respond "Oh" after I told them it was not. I would then have to justify why it was an auto. I hated that feeling so it's always gonna be manual for me. Nothing against the auto guys. Still a great car, just how I feel about it!

However when I get older, I will switch over to auto. Gotta save those knees!

DrEvil · 10-02-2013, 08:15 AM

Back in 2010 when I was shopping for a Z , I too wanted a manual trans. But the deal I got on my 7at was too good to pass up.One test drive and I was convinced that the at was no compramise.
Run it anyway you want to, full auto, manual, it's a blast.
And when you sit in traffic, there's no endless standing on a clutch.
This at is a far cry from the 1962 GM 2sp "Hydromatic" that was used in the at 'vettes of long ago.
3 years of ownership no problems, no complaints and having a whole lotta fun.
( Even with the at, my wife still won't drive it

)

stubble88 · 10-02-2013, 08:26 AM

I used to havea wrx as well. I also am tired of MT in traffic. I loved my e46 smg. That's what really sold me on the Z was this awesome 7AT, rev matching. Closest thing to smg tranny without spending ~$60k
Sometimes I do miss the MT
But I love paddle shifting

Shadezz · 10-02-2013, 10:09 AM

From street use, mild driving...plus those track days!! I love my 7AT and wouldn't change it. Smooth, responsive and a blast to drive!!! GO AHEAD PULL THE TRIGGER!!! Glad I did!! Ive put 34k in the drivers seat sense May/12 and no issues!!

Troyz · 10-02-2013, 11:06 AM

Took me for ever to find a M6 with those combinations but I finally found a used 2012. Much more than I wanted to spend but everything I ever wanted was there. The biggest feature is the Navigation.

I heard the 7AT are quicker than the M6. The only draw back to Auto's is they don't hold up mods like Forced Induction.

Amuse370z · 10-02-2013, 11:14 AM

My main complaint is taking turns with the AT from a stop. In other cars I can switch to 2 gear before moving. For the Z I have to shift mid turn or else its going to rev high.

10-02-2013, 12:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
ZeroZeta Track Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Austin TX Posts: 543 Drives: 2013 Z Rep Power: 13	gunz4me - I am around the same age with similar circumstances. My 2013 7AT has done me well. A few things to share from my 3 months of ownership. I had to have the dealer reflash my computer to fix an issue with the transmission dropping out of gear (5th I believe) in manual mode. There are a few others on here that had the same issue. Basically you shift up and then the car starts to disagree with your choice of gears. I also strongly suggest that when you go for your test drive you try the manual mode. Great transmission but I think requires a full understanding to take advantage of or else it just seems awkward initially. Since my computer reflash - Things have been really smooth. DEpointfive0 likes this.

10-02-2013, 01:17 AM	#2 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	Got My 370 Z at age 62 and I'm still enjoying it very much at age 65---even more now in retirement. 7 speed automatic is plenty exciting, especially with the paddles if you're in the mood. But test drive it first to be sure your knee can handle getting in and out. Fortunately, I have no such problems. osbornsm likes this.

10-03-2013, 05:29 AM	#9 (permalink)
Nailzs Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 395 Drives: 13 370Z 7at Sp Tour Rep Power: 14	Just doooooo it! With a 7AT you can use your fingers to shift! Or not!! __________________ 3M Crystalline Tint

10-02-2013, 10:09 AM	#13 (permalink)
Shadezz Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Colorado Age: 44 Posts: 896 Drives: 2012 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 15	From street use, mild driving...plus those track days!! I love my 7AT and wouldn't change it. Smooth, responsive and a blast to drive!!! GO AHEAD PULL THE TRIGGER!!! Glad I did!! Ive put 34k in the drivers seat sense May/12 and no issues!! __________________ 2012 370Z BLACK EDITION/ FLT BLK Rays / 5% 3M Tint / DW's / Z1 SS & 2 Piece Rotors Nismo S-Tune OEM / Beluga CBE & Y-PIPE / DDX370 / GTR Start .4 Fluid / NST Blue Kit Last edited by Shadezz; 10-02-2013 at 10:12 AM.

10-02-2013, 11:06 AM	#14 (permalink)
Troyz Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Austin Posts: 154 Drives: 370Z Touring M6 Rep Power: 13	2012 370Z M6 Brilliant Silver/Black Interior Touring Sports Package with Navigation Took me for ever to find a M6 with those combinations but I finally found a used 2012. Much more than I wanted to spend but everything I ever wanted was there. The biggest feature is the Navigation. I heard the 7AT are quicker than the M6. The only draw back to Auto's is they don't hold up mods like Forced Induction. Last edited by Troyz; 10-02-2013 at 11:09 AM.

10-02-2013, 07:13 AM	#4 (permalink)
zefaulter A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,983 Drives: 40th 370Z Rep Power: 28	nothing wrong with Automatics. that's where all manufacturers are heading anyway. in 10 years, there might be no manual cars in production if you ask me

10-02-2013, 08:15 AM	#11 (permalink)
DrEvil Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 270 Drives: 09 370z,Blue, auto Rep Power: 15	Back in 2010 when I was shopping for a Z , I too wanted a manual trans. But the deal I got on my 7at was too good to pass up.One test drive and I was convinced that the at was no compramise. Run it anyway you want to, full auto, manual, it's a blast. And when you sit in traffic, there's no endless standing on a clutch. This at is a far cry from the 1962 GM 2sp "Hydromatic" that was used in the at 'vettes of long ago. 3 years of ownership no problems, no complaints and having a whole lotta fun. ( Even with the at, my wife still won't drive it )

10-02-2013, 08:26 AM	#12 (permalink)
stubble88 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Valencia Posts: 30 Drives: 13 370z sp Rep Power: 12	I used to havea wrx as well. I also am tired of MT in traffic. I loved my e46 smg. That's what really sold me on the Z was this awesome 7AT, rev matching. Closest thing to smg tranny without spending ~$60k Sometimes I do miss the MT But I love paddle shifting

10-02-2013, 11:14 AM	#15 (permalink)
Amuse370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,170 Drives: '13 PW Fairlady Z Rep Power: 17	My main complaint is taking turns with the AT from a stop. In other cars I can switch to 2 gear before moving. For the Z I have to shift mid turn or else its going to rev high. zefaulter likes this.