Please convince me to buy a Z!

nhbpcivicsi · 10-30-2013, 11:11 PM

i have never looked closely into a 370Z before so im not familiar with how good the paint is.. my current Si is a nhbp (black) and although i like black on a sports car, the Honda paint is very cheap and easy to scratch and fade off, i hope the Z isn't like that since the one that im considering is the magnetic black..

VegasGuy · 10-30-2013, 11:32 PM

Do your research before you buy - the Z has a great history and the 370z is no exception

Test drive and compare with other cars

IMO, maintenance is not bad on Nissans. They are very reliable.

2xtreme1 · 10-30-2013, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

ahh im convinced! is it really a chick magnet? i thought my Si was a chick magnet...

It will definately get you attention but does not guarantee that it will land you girls just like that. Like another user noted, YOU have to make your own move too.

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Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

i have never looked closely into a 370Z before so im not familiar with how good the paint is.. my current Si is a nhbp (black) and although i like black on a sports car, the Honda paint is very cheap and easy to scratch and fade off, i hope the Z isn't like that since the one that im considering is the magnetic black..

Many people will tell you that the paint is horrible. It swirls easy; it seems like it is very thin. On my black Z the paint seem pretty good, however, I dont DD my Z and it is kept in the garage. On top of that I take very good care of it washing it often and waxing it. I spend a lot of time detailing my Z, especially since it is black.

As far as maintenance goes, I could not tell you. Again, I use my Z as a weekend car so I have limited info on this. Tires depending on brand and or quality can be around 800-1400$ for a set of 4 I believe. Oil changes, about 70-90$ if done at the dealership (probably much cheaper if you DIY). Gas, on average I do about 14-16 mostly city, 16-19 city/highway, and 22-24 straight highway.

anyways, good luck!

1st · 10-31-2013, 12:03 AM

I have both and daily both cars here and there. I love Honda and like civic SI’s. If build correctly they are fun and cheap. When I mean cheap I’m talking about CHEAP GAS, TIRES, PARTS, OIL. The Z is a man’s car. Power, handling, style, aggressiveness is what you get with the Z. Down shift you’re out! It’s wide and mean and gets plenty of looks. If you love cars and can afford it you can’t go wrong with this 2 seater.

blackcherry20 · 10-31-2013, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st

I have both and daily both cars here and there. I love Honda and like civic SI’s. If build correctly they are fun and cheap. When I mean cheap I’m talking about CHEAP GAS, TIRES, PARTS, OIL. The Z is a man’s car. Power, handling, style, aggressiveness is what you get with the Z. Down shift you’re out! It’s wide and mean and gets plenty of looks. If you love cars and can afford it you can’t go wrong with this 2 seater.

perfect for me!

DavidZ370 · 10-31-2013, 12:22 AM

I also just purchased a 370Z and let me tell you... ITS AHAAAAAAAAMAZING... minus blind spots lol

Amuse370z · 10-31-2013, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DavidZ370

I also just purchased a 370Z and let me tell you... ITS AHAAAAAAAAMAZING... minus blind spots lol

Get a broadway 360mm+ convex rearview mirror. What blind spots?

Elan · 10-31-2013, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by DavidZ370

I also just purchased a 370Z and let me tell you... ITS AHAAAAAAAAMAZING... minus blind spots lol

If you set the mirrors correctly, it should eliminate any blind spots. The only "blindspot" is that heart stopping moment when you back out of a parking space into traffic. Those windows are utterly useless.

kenchan · 10-31-2013, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Elan

If u remove the mirrors, it should eliminate any blind spots. while making a left turn

Elan · 10-31-2013, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

What is this blasphemy?! I never said left! We all know that you don't need the right mirror. I think I change lane now. Good luck everyone else!

nhbpcivicsi · 10-31-2013, 12:28 PM

will be test driving it again this weekend! wish me luck lol

OldGuy · 10-31-2013, 01:23 PM

Your info doesn't say what kind of climate you live in. But if the weather includes ice and snow in the winter, explore the possibility of keeping the Honda for a winter car. The Z is unsafe in bad weather and will take not the harshness winter (salt and cinders) well (paint chips, etc.). There are numerous threads and a million posts and some differing opinions on this issue. But I urge you----keep the winter weather in mind if the Z is to be your DD. Also do the CarFax and see if you can get the identity of the previous owner to try to contact him and talk to him about the car. If the car's a good one, the dealership will welcome it, as an incentive to closing the deal. If they refuse, they could be trying to conceal something. Just the thoughts I would express to one asking my advice. Good luck. Z's a great car.

Chuck33079 · 10-31-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

Your info doesn't say what kind of climate you live in. But if the weather includes ice and snow in the winter, explore the possibility of keeping the Honda for a winter car. The Z is unsafe in bad weather and will take not the harshness winter (salt and cinders) well (paint chips, etc.).

Define unsafe. I was under the impression it was ok with appropriate tires. Not that I would consider it, I just thought "unsafe" might be a bit over the top. I agree with the rest. Keep a winter beater just because of salt and grime.

Red__Zed · 10-31-2013, 01:32 PM

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Define unsafe. I was under the impression it was ok with appropriate tires. Not that I would consider it, I just thought "unsafe" might be a bit over the top. I agree with the rest. Keep a winter beater just because of salt and grime.

It needs sandbags in addition to winter tires

Ole 53/47 doesn't do you much good in the winter either.

Chuck33079 · 10-31-2013, 01:35 PM

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It needs sandbags in addition to winter tires

Ole 53/47 doesn't do you much good in the winter either.

People managed for years in the winter before every car on the road became FWD/AWD.

Now if you're on the stock tires, I'd agree with "unsafe" wholeheartedly.

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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	I have both and daily both cars here and there. I love Honda and like civic SI’s. If build correctly they are fun and cheap. When I mean cheap I’m talking about CHEAP GAS, TIRES, PARTS, OIL. The Z is a man’s car. Power, handling, style, aggressiveness is what you get with the Z. Down shift you’re out! It’s wide and mean and gets plenty of looks. If you love cars and can afford it you can’t go wrong with this 2 seater. TheGreatOne likes this.

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10-30-2013, 11:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
nhbpcivicsi Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: earth Posts: 136 Drives: dat dere Nismo Rep Power: 12	i have never looked closely into a 370Z before so im not familiar with how good the paint is.. my current Si is a nhbp (black) and although i like black on a sports car, the Honda paint is very cheap and easy to scratch and fade off, i hope the Z isn't like that since the one that im considering is the magnetic black..

10-30-2013, 11:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
VegasGuy Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1 Drives: G35 Rep Power: 12	Do your research before you buy - the Z has a great history and the 370z is no exception Test drive and compare with other cars IMO, maintenance is not bad on Nissans. They are very reliable.

10-31-2013, 12:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
nhbpcivicsi Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: earth Posts: 136 Drives: dat dere Nismo Rep Power: 12	will be test driving it again this weekend! wish me luck lol

10-31-2013, 01:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	Your info doesn't say what kind of climate you live in. But if the weather includes ice and snow in the winter, explore the possibility of keeping the Honda for a winter car. The Z is unsafe in bad weather and will take not the harshness winter (salt and cinders) well (paint chips, etc.). There are numerous threads and a million posts and some differing opinions on this issue. But I urge you----keep the winter weather in mind if the Z is to be your DD. Also do the CarFax and see if you can get the identity of the previous owner to try to contact him and talk to him about the car. If the car's a good one, the dealership will welcome it, as an incentive to closing the deal. If they refuse, they could be trying to conceal something. Just the thoughts I would express to one asking my advice. Good luck. Z's a great car.