Considering the 370z again

NickTurnon · 10-02-2013, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Amuse370z

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.

Yeah, that part is a little frustrating. Also, turning a corner and using the stick shifter, i have tried to upshift but threw it in neutral..

I felt like such a babya$$ after I stalled/stopped an AUTO lol

Amuse370z · 10-02-2013, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by NickTurnon

Yeah, that part is a little frustrating. Also, turning a corner and using the stick shifter, i have tried to upshift but threw it in neutral..

I felt like such a babya$$ after I stalled/stopped an AUTO lol

I guess the only option is to drive 100% of the time in auto.

Ubetit · 10-02-2013, 11:48 AM

A friend wanted a 6sp coupe until he drove my roadster 7At. Now he wants a 7at roadster.

Troyz · 10-02-2013, 11:57 AM

Its hard for me to say but in many ways the AT7 wins. I just so used to a Manual its hard for me to get the same enjoyment out of driving an AT but from hearing all of you rave about it its changing my mind.

Felix 808 · 10-02-2013, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Troyz

Its hard for me to say but in many ways the AT7 wins. I just so used to a Manual its hard for me to get the same enjoyment out of driving an AT but from hearing all of you rave about it its changing my mind.

Go drive one, It will suprise you. It sure did me

YMMV

Make sure you drive in manual mode & push the car & you'll see the Auto is great

Tigger · 10-02-2013, 12:14 PM

I drove several different 370 models (all in 6MT because that is what I really wanted) but never purchased because of the traffic conditions in my area. The day I decided to test drive an auto I wound up signing the papers the same day and took her home. But like everyone has said, drive one. Only way to believe.

But if you are looking for the same performance of a subaru you would certainly need to stick to AWD. Why not just get a GTR? They're ALL auto!

And all the people who would essentially make fun of anyone for driving an auto all seem to shut the hell up the second a GTR rolls in. Soooooo....

Good luck!

Red__Zed · 10-02-2013, 12:16 PM

Z auto is a great option. CPO x35i is also worth a test drive.

critical · 10-02-2013, 06:23 PM

the 7AT is a beast.

sheps58 · 10-02-2013, 10:44 PM

I like my Z but the paint quality is poor. The Z is ac great car but test drive a Cayman.

Tazicon · 10-03-2013, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sheps58

I like my Z but the paint quality is poor. The Z is ac great car but test drive a Cayman.

I have both, the Cayman is an amazing car but you pay for it. For the price the 370Z cant be beat.

And to edit: The Z has more room in the back than my G37 coupe did in the trunk. A lot more. With only 2 people in our family these days the Z makes for a great DD for the wife and we use it for groceries etc, I can fit a lot in it. More than many people realize.

Ubetit · 10-03-2013, 07:25 AM

Only a matter of time before new manual cars will be a novelty, or small selling "option" on a model. Porsche, Ferrari and Lambo all done with manual transmissions.

kenchan · 10-03-2013, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Ubetit

Only a matter of time before new manual cars will be a novelty, or small selling "option" on a model. Porsche, Ferrari and Lambo all done with manual transmissions.

part of the issue is they dont want their cars to lose to a sports sedan due to bad driver on MT.

Tribalpinoy91 · 10-03-2013, 09:16 AM

My excuse for not having a 6spd is bc its my DD and i always fumble with my music and such.

UNKNOWN_370 · 10-03-2013, 09:27 AM

I haven't felt a slushbox that felt as good as the 370z. Even the G37s wasn't tuned as well. I don't know if in 2013/2014 other slushboxes have caught up? But from the 370z intro. Only DCT's are better.

NickTurnon · 10-03-2013, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

I haven't felt a slushbox that felt as good as the 370z. Even the G37s wasn't tuned as well. I don't know if in 2013/2014 other slushboxes have caught up? But from the 370z intro. Only DCT's are better.

The only other cars that I enjoyed their AUTO as much as the 370 is the IS-F, 650i bmw, and the '12-13 GTI w/DSG. I haven't driven EVERY auto sport car, but a few of them.

10-02-2013, 11:57 AM	#4 (permalink)
Troyz Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Austin Posts: 154 Drives: 370Z Touring M6 Rep Power: 14	M6 Rev match feature versus AT7 Its hard for me to say but in many ways the AT7 wins. I just so used to a Manual its hard for me to get the same enjoyment out of driving an AT but from hearing all of you rave about it its changing my mind.

10-02-2013, 06:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
critical A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Washington Posts: 1,252 Drives: 09' 370z 7AT Rep Power: 17	the 7AT is a beast. __________________ Quaife w/ gears \|Stillen Gen 3\|SOLD FI Resonated Test Pipes \|SOLD FI 18'' \| 25row Stillen Race \| Progress 35mm/25mm sways \| Swifts/Koni\|Volk G25's\| Stoptech SS lines\|\|SPL Front/Rear Arms\|

10-02-2013, 10:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
sheps58 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Connecticut Posts: 102 Drives: 2010 370Z 6MT & 2004 Rep Power: 16	Paint quality poor Get a 2009 Cayman I like my Z but the paint quality is poor. The Z is ac great car but test drive a Cayman.

10-03-2013, 09:27 AM	#14 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14859	I haven't felt a slushbox that felt as good as the 370z. Even the G37s wasn't tuned as well. I don't know if in 2013/2014 other slushboxes have caught up? But from the 370z intro. Only DCT's are better. __________________ Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980

10-02-2013, 11:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
Ubetit Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 527 Drives: the women lazy Rep Power: 16	A friend wanted a 6sp coupe until he drove my roadster 7At. Now he wants a 7at roadster.

10-02-2013, 12:14 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tigger A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NM Posts: 8,063 Drives: Awedeeeeee Rep Power: 604	I drove several different 370 models (all in 6MT because that is what I really wanted) but never purchased because of the traffic conditions in my area. The day I decided to test drive an auto I wound up signing the papers the same day and took her home. But like everyone has said, drive one. Only way to believe. But if you are looking for the same performance of a subaru you would certainly need to stick to AWD. Why not just get a GTR? They're ALL auto! And all the people who would essentially make fun of anyone for driving an auto all seem to shut the hell up the second a GTR rolls in. Soooooo.... Good luck!

10-02-2013, 12:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 121	Z auto is a great option. CPO x35i is also worth a test drive.

10-03-2013, 07:25 AM	#11 (permalink)
Ubetit Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 527 Drives: the women lazy Rep Power: 16	Only a matter of time before new manual cars will be a novelty, or small selling "option" on a model. Porsche, Ferrari and Lambo all done with manual transmissions.

10-03-2013, 09:16 AM	#13 (permalink)
Tribalpinoy91 Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 607 Drives: 370z PW Rep Power: 16	My excuse for not having a 6spd is bc its my DD and i always fumble with my music and such.