2012 versus 2013 model year differences

RTenenbaum · 08-08-2014, 05:51 PM

I'm considering a used 370Z and was hoping to learn the differences between the 2012 and 2013 model years other than the few cosmetic changes. I know the front bumper was changed a bit, but otherwise, were there any differences?

Also, when is the new Z due out?

Thanks!

Cafiax · 08-08-2014, 05:57 PM

No differences. If youre looking for a Z I would say try finding a 09 base and modding it yourself. If you spend the $ you saved from buying a 09 vs a new 2014 on mods you'll make half the people here drool.

aszyd · 08-08-2014, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Cafiax

No differences. If youre looking for a Z I would say try finding a 09 base and modding it yourself. If you spend the $ you saved from buying a 09 vs a new 2014 on mods you'll make half the people here drool.

Same car, just a face lift. Get a 2011 though. Apparently some of the more prevalent issues were corrected by then.

DavidZ370 · 08-08-2014, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cafiax

No differences. If youre looking for a Z I would say try finding a 09 base and modding it yourself. If you spend the $ you saved from buying a 09 vs a new 2014 on mods you'll make half the people here drool.

2009 z was poop too many problems at least on my end

BosLax6123 · 08-08-2014, 07:12 PM

12 on up have a factory water based oil cooler. Earlier models don't have that. Also just an FYI, never buy first model year cars from a new gen release.

1st · 08-08-2014, 07:25 PM

Deff get a sport, syncro mesh and lsd w/better breaks. Forget about the base.

Haboob · 08-08-2014, 09:04 PM

I think it was mostly cosmetic (LEDs, front bumper, rear fox reflector, red calipers, black plate around the fuel gauge area, and a few others).

cooltoy · 08-08-2014, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Haboob

rear fox reflector).

Magic Bus · 08-09-2014, 03:07 AM

Besides looks, the 13 has Euro tuned suspension......thus my Z is faster than everyone's

mishuko · 08-09-2014, 06:02 AM

Fangs, different breaks? (painted red?) and euro tuned suspension. I would say the cheapest with lowest km.

RTenenbaum · 08-09-2014, 09:29 AM

Thanks everyone. Looking forward to getting my Z!

08-08-2014, 05:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
RTenenbaum Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: USA Posts: 16 Drives: 2014 Z Rep Power: 12	2012 versus 2013 model year differences I'm considering a used 370Z and was hoping to learn the differences between the 2012 and 2013 model years other than the few cosmetic changes. I know the front bumper was changed a bit, but otherwise, were there any differences? Also, when is the new Z due out? Thanks!

08-08-2014, 05:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cafiax Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Canada - Richmond Posts: 291 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z PW A7 Rep Power: 16	No differences. If youre looking for a Z I would say try finding a 09 base and modding it yourself. If you spend the $ you saved from buying a 09 vs a new 2014 on mods you'll make half the people here drool. aszyd likes this. __________________ 2010-PW-370z Fast Intentions CBE 18" res + HFC, K&N Typhoons Intakes(Gen 3 Stillen soon), 20mm H&R Front - 25mm H&R Back, Shine Auto(Sunline)

08-08-2014, 07:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
BosLax6123 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 94 Drives: '12 370Z Base w/sprt Rep Power: 13	12 on up have a factory water based oil cooler. Earlier models don't have that. Also just an FYI, never buy first model year cars from a new gen release. 1st likes this.

08-08-2014, 07:25 PM	#6 (permalink)
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	Deff get a sport, syncro mesh and lsd w/better breaks. Forget about the base. jpkirk likes this.

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RTenenbaum Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: USA Posts: 16 Drives: 2014 Z Rep Power: 12	Thanks everyone. Looking forward to getting my Z!