Meh upset :(

kdo2milger · 09-12-2009, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by iceman21_23

be glad you didn't get the 06' that model year had a tendency to burn oil... something you don't want to deal with

and not because he drives a solid red z

k20z3 · 09-12-2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by iceman21_23

be glad you didn't get the 06' that model year had a tendency to burn oil... something you don't want to deal with

Thank goodness you told me!

Sardis · 09-12-2009, 07:58 PM

Yes, avoid the rev up 06...

If you don't end up with the 370, I would go for the 07+ 350s with the HR. It may not look like much on paper, but they have a much better engine.

If you have to go with the DE, it's still a great car, enjoy

CrownR426 · 09-12-2009, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by k20z3

Thank goodness you told me!

DUDE!
RESEARCH before you purchase something especially something expensive like a car! You should've already known the pros and cons.

Forrest · 09-12-2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by k20z3

Well,

I was going to buy an 06' 350z today, 10k miles on it every option rays, heated leather, spoiler, navi all for the same price as my car and my payments were going to be 10.00 more a month!

So they ******* sold it right before I was ready to come up there!

Does anyone know like on 350z forums if they have any car going like this or anywhere close to them, Im not sure If I'll be able to find one like this again

if your going to get a 350z. At least get a 07 or 08. nobody will argue with me on this i suspect.

dainedazz · 09-12-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kdo2milger

dont fight it...wasnt meant to be...you are destined to buy a 370z

same sh*t happened to me last January. i was out in the market for a z33. i found a specific one but it was sold. then a week later i saw my baby showcased @ my local dealer. a couple days later i was driving it

EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON.

Forrest · 09-12-2009, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by k20z3

Well one was how I wanted a 350z, this is how I lost out on one, so do you think i Could get a good deal on a 370z Sport Touring?

I go through this with my friend who wants Leather seats but cant afford them.

I say whats better,driving a car that you want with cloth seats or having no car becuase you wanted leather seats you cant afford.

if you cant afford this car, why dont you get rid of the idea of touring.

I understand why every one wants sport due to syncro rev but touring is not a nessecity.

Sardis · 09-12-2009, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

I go through this with my friend who wants Leather seats but cant afford them.

I say whats better,driving a car that you want with cloth seats or having no car becuase you wanted leather seats you cant afford.

if you cant afford this car, why dont you get rid of the idea of touring.

I understand why every one wants sport due to syncro rev but touring is not a nessecity.

Agreed.

Op, if money is tight go for a base 370. The only thing that can not be replicated is the SRM, everything as you can add as you go.

You can get a base 370 at invoice right now, you will get a brand new car with warranty and a measurable bump in all things performance related compared to the 350.

If you have your heart set on sports or touring or both and can't swing it, wait to pick up a used 370 with the options you desire

Personally, I wouldn't go back to a 350 unless you are in love with the styling and I would only get an HR

ppark7384 · 09-12-2009, 08:35 PM

The people saying get 07+ why? I say 03-05. First gen motor got more torque, has more after market support, and cheaper.

Sardis · 09-12-2009, 08:45 PM

I owned a first gen. Yes it was fun being thrown back in your seat, but that was just do to the torque spike more than anything.

It's not that much more torque and the DE falls flat after that torque hits.

People complain about the harshness in the HR and 3.7 HR, but the DE was worse and had such a small redline, it just wasn't that fun to push it after the torque fell off.

Also, yes there is more aftermarket support, but it's fairly meaningless unless you are going to boost the engine. The DE did not respond to bolt on mods very well, while the HR is better out of the box and better for bolt ons.

There is a world of difference in the HR vs the DE engine.

Lug · 09-12-2009, 08:59 PM

The real advantage of the 03 to 05 is that it was 150 lbs lighter than the 06 on. The revup engine's power kept the heavier Z in the same approximate performance window.

Sardis · 09-12-2009, 09:13 PM

The rev up was a minor improvement. Didn't they just basically fix the manifold of robbing air to the engine?

The HR is a noticeable improvement. As for the weight that has been widely argued and debated, so I won't go there..

iceman21_23 · 09-12-2009, 09:42 PM

weight is minuscule really. as far as the DE engines go stick with the 04-05' model years no tire feathering window grease streaks and so forth... 07-08'z seem to be out of his price range. just remember u gotta pay to play as your buying used expect almost all Z's to be run hard and look for signs of that

CrownR426 · 09-12-2009, 09:45 PM

If your gonna get a 350 get a 07+ btw!

Sardis · 09-12-2009, 10:56 PM

Tire feathering should be corrected with updated alignment specs. I had an 04.5 and still had that issue until it was corrected.

Also bad syncros, had the entire tranny replaced under warranty. Most Z's are driven very hard, so be careful.

09-12-2009, 07:58 PM	#33 (permalink)
Sardis Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 72 Drives: EX Z Owner Rep Power: 16	Yes, avoid the rev up 06... If you don't end up with the 370, I would go for the 07+ 350s with the HR. It may not look like much on paper, but they have a much better engine. If you have to go with the DE, it's still a great car, enjoy __________________ "Because in a split second, it's gone." - Ayrton Senna

09-12-2009, 08:45 PM	#40 (permalink)
Sardis Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 72 Drives: EX Z Owner Rep Power: 16	I owned a first gen. Yes it was fun being thrown back in your seat, but that was just do to the torque spike more than anything. It's not that much more torque and the DE falls flat after that torque hits. People complain about the harshness in the HR and 3.7 HR, but the DE was worse and had such a small redline, it just wasn't that fun to push it after the torque fell off. Also, yes there is more aftermarket support, but it's fairly meaningless unless you are going to boost the engine. The DE did not respond to bolt on mods very well, while the HR is better out of the box and better for bolt ons. There is a world of difference in the HR vs the DE engine. __________________ "Because in a split second, it's gone." - Ayrton Senna

09-12-2009, 08:59 PM	#41 (permalink)
Lug A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,926 Drives: 2006 350Z Rep Power: 19	The real advantage of the 03 to 05 is that it was 150 lbs lighter than the 06 on. The revup engine's power kept the heavier Z in the same approximate performance window. __________________ keep Chubbs in your pocket - Chubbs

09-12-2009, 09:13 PM	#42 (permalink)
Sardis Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 72 Drives: EX Z Owner Rep Power: 16	The rev up was a minor improvement. Didn't they just basically fix the manifold of robbing air to the engine? The HR is a noticeable improvement. As for the weight that has been widely argued and debated, so I won't go there.. __________________ "Because in a split second, it's gone." - Ayrton Senna

09-12-2009, 09:45 PM	#44 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 847	If your gonna get a 350 get a 07+ btw! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

09-12-2009, 08:35 PM	#39 (permalink)
ppark7384 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCAL Posts: 7 Drives: 89 240SX Rep Power: 15	The people saying get 07+ why? I say 03-05. First gen motor got more torque, has more after market support, and cheaper.

09-12-2009, 09:42 PM	#43 (permalink)
iceman21_23 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: league city, tx Posts: 757 Drives: 09' Solid Red 370z Rep Power: 17	weight is minuscule really. as far as the DE engines go stick with the 04-05' model years no tire feathering window grease streaks and so forth... 07-08'z seem to be out of his price range. just remember u gotta pay to play as your buying used expect almost all Z's to be run hard and look for signs of that

09-12-2009, 10:56 PM	#45 (permalink)
Sardis Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 72 Drives: EX Z Owner Rep Power: 16	Tire feathering should be corrected with updated alignment specs. I had an 04.5 and still had that issue until it was corrected. Also bad syncros, had the entire tranny replaced under warranty. Most Z's are driven very hard, so be careful. __________________ "Because in a split second, it's gone." - Ayrton Senna