370Z, a better daily than an Evo X?

R3V · 01-31-2014, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zilverbullet

My z is a DD and I have no issues with it but I am considered a "youngin" by my colleagues and do not mind the inconveniences of a 2-seater sports car.

Only nags I've heard are difficulties in getting in and out because it is "too low" - I'm only lowered on Swifts haha

My wife and I are in our mid(low-mid) 20's so I hear you on that! I have had Swift Spec-R's on my last 2 cars, will definitely be doing them again. Do you know if the fenders need to be rolled with swifts + 20mm spacers on the stock Rays?

edub370 · 01-31-2014, 10:55 AM

370Z vs EvoX

370z vs Evo X?

Evo X vs 370z? - EvoXForums.com - Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Forums

370z vs Evo X every day driver.

there's some opinions on both sides so i am not biased

zguynate · 01-31-2014, 10:59 AM

My wife and I are 24 and 25 respectively. We have no kids. I have daily driven a Z since 2009. I only got a little beater Honda recently for a DD. The Z can work as a good daily driver. I would get around 23-24 MPG. You obviously wont have a lot of space vs the Evo, which doesnt sound like an issue for you and the wife.

I bought my Z used with 21k miles on it. I have 45k miles now. The only maintenance I have had to do are oil changes. I did get the csc failure, but that was covered under warranty. I also pulled the steering lock fuse to prevent that from failing. Other than that is has served well for me as a daily driver. I only recently got a beater Honda Accord to keep from putting miles on my Z so I can baby it lol.

kenchan · 01-31-2014, 11:04 AM

if you're thinking long term, as in keeping the car like 10yrs, then it can be worth the purchase.

the biggest money loser are those that keep buying new cars every few years. im not saying you can't have fun in the mean time, you only live once... but do it smart.

R3V · 01-31-2014, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

if you're thinking long term, as in keeping the car like 10yrs, then it can be worth the purchase.

the biggest money loser are those that keep buying new cars every few years.

I don't know if I posted this, but I'm a senior salesman at a very large dealership, so believe me I know. My wife is the type to buy a car and then keep it for a decade, and she absolutely hates loans so we'll have it paid off extremely fast. I bought the Evo for WAY under market value so I'm in a very good place with it and would like to use that to my advantage to do this maneuver here.

Long long term is I'll take that back as a daily once we have kids, since I work the crazy dealership hours and 95% of the time wont have anyone with me.

kenchan · 01-31-2014, 11:05 AM

ok that concludes this tread.

/thread

Threadlocker · 01-31-2014, 12:02 PM

Get a 4x4 truck/suv. Z doesn't make any sense as your only vehicle. Unless you're only into one kind of vehicle, but life is too short to only stick with japanese sports cars.

R3V · 01-31-2014, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Threadlocker

Get a 4x4 truck/suv. Z doesn't make any sense as your only vehicle. Unless you're only into one kind of vehicle, but life is too short to only stick with japanese sports cars.

Nah. Besides: city condo = parking garage

cv129 · 01-31-2014, 12:35 PM

OP, fact that you are buying a GTR makes this an easy decision.

I consider Evo to be the slower/cheaper version of a GTR (in a good way). Both are what I call "digital". Do you want two cars that deliver performance using the same approach?

Z is, by comparison, analog. It's N/A. You get to focus on making a different type of beast out if it if you want. It's more fun that way IMO

R3V · 01-31-2014, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cv129

OP, fact that you are buying a GTR makes this an easy decision.

I consider Evo to be the slower/cheaper version of a GTR (in a good way). Both are what I call "digital". Do you want two cars that deliver performance using the same approach?

Z is, by comparison, analog. It's N/A. You get to focus on making a different type of beast out if it if you want. It's more fun that way IMO

It pretty much is, but good lord is it brilliant to drive. I've driven a huge amount of cars, including the new Vette, and everything about the GTR just feels perfect to me.

cv129 · 01-31-2014, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R3V

It pretty much is, but good lord is it brilliant to drive. I've driven a huge amount of cars, including the new Vette, and everything about the GTR just feels perfect to me.

So get rid of the Evo and get the Z, it'll be a great contrast to the GTR and in a good way.

kenchan · 01-31-2014, 02:07 PM

please keep on topic. this is a diy thread!

R3V · 01-31-2014, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Huck

If I can go off track for a second...

1) you're in Orlando? Can I get a job with you? I'm great at sales and I want a GTR too lol

2) you should meet up with our Z group sometime, Facebook.com/centralfloridazclub

3) I was really torn between an evo and the Z that I ended up getting. I feel your pain and I can't even really give an explanation as to why I picked z, maybe more just for the lines I guess? Plus I got a really good deal on it so that helped make up my mind.

Zdayz 2014!!

I was going to ask about that group, I saw a TON of people are from around here.

As far as income start selling cars man, $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ if you're good at it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

please keep on topic. this is a diy thread!

equalme · 01-31-2014, 06:13 PM

I owned a '05 STi back then...fun car...but nothing like a v6 2-seater. In fact, stock for stock, the ride quality of the Z is much more comfortable.

I get more looks from females and older car enthusiasts with the Z than I did with the STi.

I say go for the Z, if you decide to keep it longer, then boost it...should keep you quite content then.

Also, dropped on Swifts and 20F/25R spacers, no need for fender rolling.

R3V · 01-31-2014, 07:35 PM

Stock for stock its definitely all a matter of preference what with AWD vs RWD and all that, powers even similar stock. IDK if I'd ever go FI on a factory NA car though, seems sketchy.

Here's my biggest question: How can I tell if a Z has the sport package EXCEPT for the wheels.

01-31-2014, 10:55 AM	#2 (permalink)
edub370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: KCMO Posts: 3,458 Drives: 09 370z S/T 6MT Rep Power: 22	370Z vs EvoX 370z vs Evo X? Evo X vs 370z? - EvoXForums.com - Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Forums 370z vs Evo X every day driver. there's some opinions on both sides so i am not biased __________________ 09 370Z ST 6MT//Injen CAI//Greddy CBE//TP//TSW's//Swifts//Stillen lip//Whiteline sways 326whp/268tq Last edited by edub370; 01-31-2014 at 11:15 AM.

01-31-2014, 10:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
zguynate A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Strangeland Posts: 1,054 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 75	My wife and I are 24 and 25 respectively. We have no kids. I have daily driven a Z since 2009. I only got a little beater Honda recently for a DD. The Z can work as a good daily driver. I would get around 23-24 MPG. You obviously wont have a lot of space vs the Evo, which doesnt sound like an issue for you and the wife. I bought my Z used with 21k miles on it. I have 45k miles now. The only maintenance I have had to do are oil changes. I did get the csc failure, but that was covered under warranty. I also pulled the steering lock fuse to prevent that from failing. Other than that is has served well for me as a daily driver. I only recently got a beater Honda Accord to keep from putting miles on my Z so I can baby it lol. __________________ 2009 370z touring w/sports package

01-31-2014, 11:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	if you're thinking long term, as in keeping the car like 10yrs, then it can be worth the purchase. the biggest money loser are those that keep buying new cars every few years. im not saying you can't have fun in the mean time, you only live once... but do it smart. equalme and zilverbullet like this.

01-31-2014, 12:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
Threadlocker Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 74 Drives: 2010 Nismo #169 Rep Power: 14	Get a 4x4 truck/suv. Z doesn't make any sense as your only vehicle. Unless you're only into one kind of vehicle, but life is too short to only stick with japanese sports cars. __________________ Not the alpha male, go ask someone else.

01-31-2014, 12:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
cv129 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,272 Drives: 09 Nismo, 16 Nismo Rep Power: 163996	OP, fact that you are buying a GTR makes this an easy decision. I consider Evo to be the slower/cheaper version of a GTR (in a good way). Both are what I call "digital". Do you want two cars that deliver performance using the same approach? Z is, by comparison, analog. It's N/A. You get to focus on making a different type of beast out if it if you want. It's more fun that way IMO __________________ Setrab \| RE-71 \| SPL \| JRZ \| Nismo \| ARK \| Whiteline \| RacingBrake \| CJM Oil Pan \| Ti shield

01-31-2014, 11:05 AM	#6 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	ok that concludes this tread. /thread

01-31-2014, 02:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	please keep on topic. this is a diy thread!

01-31-2014, 06:13 PM	#14 (permalink)
equalme Track Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kansas City Posts: 656 Drives: RCF Rep Power: 15	I owned a '05 STi back then...fun car...but nothing like a v6 2-seater. In fact, stock for stock, the ride quality of the Z is much more comfortable. I get more looks from females and older car enthusiasts with the Z than I did with the STi. I say go for the Z, if you decide to keep it longer, then boost it...should keep you quite content then. Also, dropped on Swifts and 20F/25R spacers, no need for fender rolling. __________________ ---Get your door handles painted---

01-31-2014, 07:35 PM	#15 (permalink)
R3V Base Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orlando Posts: 180 Drives: 11 370Z Pearl White Rep Power: 13	Stock for stock its definitely all a matter of preference what with AWD vs RWD and all that, powers even similar stock. IDK if I'd ever go FI on a factory NA car though, seems sketchy. Here's my biggest question: How can I tell if a Z has the sport package EXCEPT for the wheels.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
370z Nismo Daily Pics and Fresh Pics	ScGRaceR	Nismo 370Z	3763	05-12-2020 11:35 AM
Daily Driver: GTI or 370Z	Telephone	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	138	11-05-2015 06:23 AM
370Z: Daily Driver or Weekend Car?	BurntGauge	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	248	02-18-2012 08:35 AM
370Z as a daily driver?	Caesium	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	26	10-10-2010 01:44 PM
370Z for daily commute, good idea?	stlgrym3	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	67	03-08-2010 08:20 PM