Quality concerns..

xDIEGOx · 12-30-2008, 02:27 AM

As much as I love the 370Z, it's not a "premium automobile" nor does it have a "premium price". It's an entry level sports car at a reasonable price.

It also sounds like you want to buy the Z to impress other people. Let me tell you, ignorant BMW guys will bash the Z regardless if it has the rear fog light or not because "It's just a Nissan". If you care about what other people think, then buy yourself a Porsche.

Buy the Z for yourself and enjoy it for what it is. Don't buy it to impress other people.

My

AK370Z · 12-30-2008, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by bossman

Hey guys,

My name is Jacob and I'm pretty new to the forum. Anyway, I recently visited my Nissan dealer and discussed ordering and packages with the new Z. I am slated to purchase my 09 Z in April. Not having paid yet however, I have a few concerns I wanted to address with you guys. I was planning on getting Black with orange interior and fully loaded. What I don't understand is the tacky little black window on the rear bumper. You pay close to $40 for something you worked years for.. not only that, it's probably one of the best cars you will ever own. I don't understand why Nissan cheaped out so hard and didn't replace that bumper. I mean it's supposed to be a premium sports car no? That little hole just makes the car look tacky and is another reason arrogant bimmer owners disrespect Japanese autos so much. So is there an alternative? Will Nissan be refreshing the model a couple years down the road addressing the problem? Will they just offer a more clean bumper you can purchase or will you have you go 2nd party? Also, I wanted to know if you could get the sport package without the spoiler.. as you guys can judge this is probably going to be my biggest investment in the next few years and therefore I care for every little aspect. I just find without the spoiler it looks more "classy". Like the spoiler just looks like a fin on any "ricer". I want a premium automobile as I am paying a premium price. Thanks a lot guys, I appeciate any information you can offer...

I am pretty sure there will be aftermarket bumpers or mods to delete that square box. About your question about model refreshing, we do not have any clue because the first year model isn't even out yet!!! Spoiler or non spoiler -- that's totally your own opinion. We can't decide for you. Click on "Nissan 370Z picture" on the top (below forum banner) and decide for yourself.

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by xDIEGOx

As much as I love the 370Z, it's not a "premium automobile" nor does it have a "premium price". It's an entry level sports car at a reasonable price.

It also sounds like you want to buy the Z to impress other people. Let me tell you, ignorant BMW guys will bash the Z regardless if it has the rear fog light or not because "It's just a Nissan". If you care about what other people think, then buy yourself a Porsche.

Buy the Z for yourself and enjoy it for what it is. Don't buy it to impress other people.

My

LOL @ bmw guys bashing.
It's a shame to see nice cars being driven by the spoiled ones...
I'm pretty sure that the 370z will shut some mouths.

Alexus · 12-31-2008, 10:53 AM

I'll let you know that an automobile does not need to have a "premium price" or be a "premium vehicle" to compete head-and-heel with high-end sports cars. Some Porsches have a price-tag twice that of the 370Z and are equal, slightly better or inferior performance-wise.

The 370Z is an extremely nice car, period. BMW fanboys will be ******** bricks when I tear them apart wholesale on the highway. The Altima 3.5SE coupe is an entry-level sports car... the 370Z is not. If you love a car just for its badge then you're going to be paying a premium price, but not necessarily for what I'd call a premium automobile.

frost · 12-31-2008, 11:06 AM

^^

The Z seems a little pricey to be considered "entry level," when there are sports cars such as the miata, solstice, and genesis. Those seem a little more entry level to me.

Alexus · 12-31-2008, 11:13 AM

^^
I generally categorize sports car with less than 300 hp as being entry-level.

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by frost

^^

The Z seems a little pricey to be considered "entry level," when there are sports cars such as the miata, solstice, and genesis. Those seem a little more entry level to me.

WORD

Oh ****... That reminds me!
The other day there was a Hyundia Genesis parked infront of my house!
I don't know how this dude got his hands on one but man it's a nice ride.
I'll post pics once I get home!

Alexus · 12-31-2008, 11:25 AM

The Solstice GXP's 0-60mph time of 5.1 is still very respectable.

frost · 12-31-2008, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Alexus

The Solstice GXP's 0-60mph time of 5.1 is still very respectable.

I'll wait for crash to chime in about the high quality of the solstice.

frost · 12-31-2008, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CrownR426

WORD

Oh ****... That reminds me!
The other day there was a Hyundia Genesis parked infront of my house!
I don't know how this dude got his hands on one but man it's a nice ride.
I'll post pics once I get home!

A lot of people here crap on the genesis for being a Hyundai, and then those same people get pissed off when the bimmer/porche boys do the same thing to them for driving a nissan. That being said, I refuse to knock the genesis for brand; it seems to be a great deal for the money and looks pretty slick.

12-30-2008, 02:27 AM	#1 (permalink)
xDIEGOx Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 377 Drives: 02 Ram 4x4 Rep Power: 233	As much as I love the 370Z, it's not a "premium automobile" nor does it have a "premium price". It's an entry level sports car at a reasonable price. It also sounds like you want to buy the Z to impress other people. Let me tell you, ignorant BMW guys will bash the Z regardless if it has the rear fog light or not because "It's just a Nissan". If you care about what other people think, then buy yourself a Porsche. Buy the Z for yourself and enjoy it for what it is. Don't buy it to impress other people. My __________________ Wanna see every Top Gear episode? Click --->Top Gear

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12-31-2008, 10:53 AM	#4 (permalink)
Alexus Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 178 Drives: The Beast Rep Power: 18	I'll let you know that an automobile does not need to have a "premium price" or be a "premium vehicle" to compete head-and-heel with high-end sports cars. Some Porsches have a price-tag twice that of the 370Z and are equal, slightly better or inferior performance-wise. The 370Z is an extremely nice car, period. BMW fanboys will be ******** bricks when I tear them apart wholesale on the highway. The Altima 3.5SE coupe is an entry-level sports car... the 370Z is not. If you love a car just for its badge then you're going to be paying a premium price, but not necessarily for what I'd call a premium automobile.

12-31-2008, 11:06 AM	#5 (permalink)
frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	^^ The Z seems a little pricey to be considered "entry level," when there are sports cars such as the miata, solstice, and genesis. Those seem a little more entry level to me.

12-31-2008, 11:13 AM	#6 (permalink)
Alexus Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 178 Drives: The Beast Rep Power: 18	^^ I generally categorize sports car with less than 300 hp as being entry-level.

12-31-2008, 11:25 AM	#8 (permalink)
Alexus Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 178 Drives: The Beast Rep Power: 18	The Solstice GXP's 0-60mph time of 5.1 is still very respectable.