Getting rid of my Z. Any recommendations for a replacement?

Arrvaxx · 03-14-2014, 08:19 PM

Uhhhhh...another Z. Sorry!

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Whytlytnin

I'd go with the Focus ST over the GTI. Can probably find a low mileage used one with the recaros for around 25k.

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Originally Posted by Tward

... Maybe check out the ford focus st. ...

Very interesting! I'll have to see if the local dealer has one available for a test drive. Thanks for the tip.

Red__Zed · 03-14-2014, 08:22 PM

Drive a Mustang with the track package rather than the base.

You could probably pick up a nice 2009ish S2000 in your price range as well.

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by shaun66

Whats so difficult about doing any work on the Z? I wouldn't let that influence dropping it for another car.

That's what I'd like to know. With a CONSULT machine, a few special tools, and the FSM, just about any shade tree mechanic should be able to handle it. Apparently, it's more than the three dealers I've tried can muster.

shaun66 · 03-14-2014, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

That's what I'd like to know. With a CONSULT machine, a few special tools, and the FSM, just about any shade tree mechanic should be able to handle it. Apparently, it's more than the three dealers I've tried can muster.

Bummer. I don't think the camaro is a bad idea though. I'd try to swing for a used SS, but I'm not sure where they stand pricing wise used. My friend has an RS and they're only a bit slower than our cars if thats better suited to your price range.

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Drive a Mustang with the track package rather than the base.
You could probably pick up a nice 2009ish S2000 in your price range as well.

The Ford salesman said they should have "barely used" Mustang with some kind of sports package (he didn't have all the details) in the next few days and I'll give it a spin then.

An S2000 would be an excellent choice. I have a friend that used to work at the local Honda dealer when the S2000 was in production and he says it will do an "honest 150 but it was getting light". All the reviews I found say the handling is great. The local Honda dealer didn't have one when I visited but I bet they would be happy to look for one.

Thanks.

Edit: Did some looking on the Web and there are several >= 2006 (IIRC, that's when CAN became mandatory), fairly low-mileage (60-70K or less) S2000s within a few hundred miles of me and within my price range. Convertible-only make me a little nervous but definitely not a deal killer.

6MT · 03-14-2014, 08:41 PM

One ton deisel, lifted, 4X4, 28" wheels, dual stack pipes, dual rear wheels, hanging bull's balls from the rear bumper, black paint, shark's mouth grill, 9 foot CB antenna with a 'coon tail on the top, 18 KC Daylighter 10 inch lamps, roll bars, nerf bars, air horns..........

6MT · 03-14-2014, 08:42 PM

sorry

XiP · 03-14-2014, 08:46 PM

Fr-s?

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by XiP

Fr-s?

Closest Scion dealer is in Shreveport.

My choices are limited to:
Chrysler/Dodge
Chevrolet/Buick/Cadillac/Oldsmobile
Ford/Lincoln(/Merc?)
Toyota
Edit: and Honda

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 6MT

One ton deisel, lifted, 4X4, 28" wheels, ...

That's what everyone drives around here. Or a Trans-Am with t-tops. I want something that stands out.

Jasonle · 03-14-2014, 09:33 PM

Dang sorry to see you leaving. Thanks for all your help and knowledge on this forum. Good luck on your next ride!

Duc_Z09 · 03-14-2014, 09:38 PM

Mustang Boss 302. Sorry to say it'll piss all over a Z on a track because it has about 100 more HP and handles just as well. The old adage of "Mustangs are only good in a straight line" just isn't true anymore...

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

Mustang Boss 302. Sorry to say it'll piss all over a Z on a track because it has about 100 more HP and handles just as well. The old adage of "Mustangs are only good in a straight line" just isn't true anymore...

A bit out of my price range, unfortunately. A Q&D web search says at least mid-$30s for a used one. And $OMG for a new one.

I've owned about a dozen '64.5-'71 Mustangs over the years (my first car was a 64.5 and I sold a '68 (or was it a '67?) to make room in the garage for the Z) and none of them handled all that well. Great looking cars, though.

SouthArk370Z · 03-14-2014, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

Dang sorry to see you leaving. Thanks for all your help and knowledge on this forum. Good luck on your next ride!

Thanks! I don't plan on leaving The370Z - I'll stick around for the nudie pix in the NSFW section.

I might even put my spare The370Z decal on the new car.

03-14-2014, 08:19 PM	#16 (permalink)
Arrvaxx A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Whore Island, MN Posts: 1,243 Drives: 40th F.I. Twin Turbo Rep Power: 17	Uhhhhh...another Z. Sorry! __________________ 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary (#480 born 1/19/2010) Fast Intentions Twin Turbo \| Varis Arising II \| Limited Edition Recaro Sportster \| Tuned by Specialty Z \| 604hp 525 torque @14lbs boost on 100 octane

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Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 119	Drive a Mustang with the track package rather than the base. You could probably pick up a nice 2009ish S2000 in your price range as well. Chuck33079 likes this.

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6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1789	One ton deisel, lifted, 4X4, 28" wheels, dual stack pipes, dual rear wheels, hanging bull's balls from the rear bumper, black paint, shark's mouth grill, 9 foot CB antenna with a 'coon tail on the top, 18 KC Daylighter 10 inch lamps, roll bars, nerf bars, air horns.......... __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1789	sorry __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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XiP A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: no clipping Posts: 11,096 Drives: ↑ ↓ Rep Power: 533	Fr-s? __________________ I <3 Frost!!!

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Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 25	Dang sorry to see you leaving. Thanks for all your help and knowledge on this forum. Good luck on your next ride! __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

03-14-2014, 09:38 PM	#28 (permalink)
Duc_Z09 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Frederick MD Posts: 876 Drives: With the blinker on. Rep Power: 23	Mustang Boss 302. Sorry to say it'll piss all over a Z on a track because it has about 100 more HP and handles just as well. The old adage of "Mustangs are only good in a straight line" just isn't true anymore... __________________ 2009 370z #206 (all mods are Home Depot) 2009 Ducati 848 (full Ohlins, Termignoni, etc) 2003 Grand Cherokee (long arms, big tires, 4.56, lockers)

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