The one thing I hate about the Z

SouthArk370Z

The few times that has happened to me, I just let off the throttle and coast until they pass.

A quick brake check can work wonders but can also be dangerous. See The one thing I hate about the Z

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zaimer

I agree OP, it does get annoying from time to time. With the good, there also usually comes the bad. I love when I get shouted compliments, waves, thumbs up, etc..but I hate all the other attention. People gathering around your car in parking lots, cars trying to race, vehicles riding my a**. Just because I drive a sports car there seem to be people that think I should be go much faster than the speed limit .

This is all part of owning a car like the Z, though.

cigarclifford

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my2004Z

I have a theory as to why this happens so much with the Z. I think it's because of envy that leads to immediate competitiveness and emulation. You see, the Z is designed to perform well in every category. Even though it is not the absolute best in any particular category (except looks IMO) the sum of the parts literally dwarfs whatever those morons are driving while giving them some shred of hope that they can beat you at something.

People that mock are usually envious and the ones that want to pull right next to you and rev their engines are emulating what they perceive you are doing by simply existing. These are the ultimate compliments. Unfortunately folks with lower emotional intelligence give in to the impulses and go into caveman mode thereby losing control and acting like idiots. All you have to do is observe the egos running crazy and it will provide years and years of entertainment while keeping you safe. Don't let it get to you OP.

JARblue

Brake check is absolutely no-no

The best method is to downshift a gear or two (or whatever is appropriate for your gear and speed). If they've been annoying you already, first step is to speed up slightly (give yourself room in front first if you need to) to create just a little space between you and them. They will then speed up as well, likely much more than is necessary. When they are approaching closer, downshift and watch their car in your rear view mirror. As soon as you see their car's nose dip cause they're braking, give it some good throttle and pull away sharply. I've never had to do this more that a couple of times to get tailgating vehicles to back off.

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SouthArk370Z

Yeah. I shouldn't have mentioned it. My bad.

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