Close to pulling the trigger! Opinion needed!

shika805 · 04-02-2012, 07:21 PM

I went to the dealership today to take a look at the car. So no warranty, a few slight scratches, that weren't too noticeable. There was this one ding on the front bumper that had me look more around the fender. I felt under the wheel well and saw a portion of the inner fender liner gone?!? I could see the back of the headlight and other wiring? It makes me think that the car had ran over something? So of course I pointed this out and they said they would be willing to fix this. I just feel even if the price might be fair, the car is not worth the hassle?

What do you guys think?

il370z · 04-02-2012, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by shika805

i went to the dealership today to take a look at the car. So no warranty, a few slight scratches, that weren't too noticeable. There was this one ding on the front bumper that had me look more around the fender. I felt under the wheel well and saw a portion of the inner fender liner gone?!? I could see the back of the headlight and other wiring? It makes me think that the car had ran over something? So of course i pointed this out and they said they would be willing to fix this. I just feel even if the price might be fair, the car is not worth the hassle?

What do you guys think?

def not!

Thechidz · 04-02-2012, 08:38 PM

I would pass

shika805 · 04-02-2012, 10:45 PM

yeah had to walk out on it...

at least I got to take a test drive haha... back to the search.

fairlady_z95 · 04-03-2012, 02:24 AM

keep searchin' man! Don't let them fool you with all that jumble. Find the best Z and negotiate the best you can. In the end, at least you got a Z with no problems for at least a "fair" or "decent" price.

shika805 · 04-03-2012, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by fairlady_z95

keep searchin' man! Don't let them fool you with all that jumble. Find the best Z and negotiate the best you can. In the end, at least you got a Z with no problems for at least a "fair" or "decent" price.

Thanks brotha. I'm getting desperate, this is my 4th z that I've looked at.

fairlady_z95 · 04-04-2012, 01:25 AM

I wonder if this is a good deal. 16k miles. 30k.

Cars for Sale: 2010 Nissan 370Z Touring in Yucaipa, CA 92399: Coupe Details - 312162471 - AutoTrader.com

shika805 · 04-04-2012, 10:52 PM

i was really looking at this one. I would have get approved for a loan. I contacted that seller already. He said when ever I have a chance to take a look at it

shika805 · 04-04-2012, 10:52 PM

would you guys consider buying private?

fairlady_z95 · 04-06-2012, 05:07 AM

I don't see why not.. Only thing is some prefer buying from dealer because of warranty. So you may want to account for maintenance cost out of your pocket. Also, supposedly, cars sold at dealers are in "excellent" condition.

Thechidz · 04-06-2012, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by fairlady_z95

I don't see why not.. Only thing is some prefer buying from dealer because of warranty. So you may want to account for maintenance cost out of your pocket. Also, supposedly, cars sold at dealers are in "excellent" condition.

If the car is still under factory 3 year 36k mile warranty you will be able to purchase an extended warranty yourself

shika805 · 04-16-2012, 04:05 PM

Ok new deal to the mix. I checked out another 40th this weekend, car is going for 30k with 19k miles, very clean and unmolested. The car is through a personal seller. I am approved for 17k financed at 2.99%. Im placing the rest down. Should I jump on this and make my dreams come true? What do you guys think?!? The thing that concerns me is that it is a private seller vehicle? Is it a good Idea to buy private?

Jordo! · 04-16-2012, 04:40 PM

How much does having the 40th matter to you?

Unless you plan on keeping it as a collector, basically it's a regular Z with a few nice amenities...

No offense intended to anyone who bought one or anything, but, seriously, do you want a 370Z or a 40th only?

Thechidz · 04-16-2012, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by shika805

Ok new deal to the mix. I checked out another 40th this weekend, car is going for 30k with 19k miles, very clean and unmolested. The car is through a personal seller. I am approved for 17k financed at 2.99%. Im placing the rest down. Should I jump on this and make my dreams come true? What do you guys think?!? The thing that concerns me is that it is a private seller vehicle? Is it a good Idea to buy private?

Sounds like a good deal. If your concerned perhaps have an inspection company look at it. Probably worth the $100

MacLean · 04-16-2012, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

How much does having the 40th matter to you?

Unless you plan on keeping it as a collector, basically it's a regular Z with a few nice amenities...

No offense intended to anyone who bought one or anything, but, seriously, do you want a 370Z or a 40th only?

Jordo, does make a very good point here. The deal seems all right.

You could possibly get a newer 370Z ('12) for 5-8k more with 0% (up to 60months) or 2.99 % (for 72 months), but you would have to fork out more money out of your pocket since you are only getting 17K.

04-02-2012, 08:38 PM	#18 (permalink)
Thechidz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NY Posts: 1,009 Drives: Nissan 370z Monti Bl Rep Power: 15	I would pass __________________ I <3 my car

04-16-2012, 04:40 PM	#28 (permalink)
Jordo! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: nirvana Posts: 6,394 Drives: 2023 NATM Rep Power: 418	How much does having the 40th matter to you? Unless you plan on keeping it as a collector, basically it's a regular Z with a few nice amenities... No offense intended to anyone who bought one or anything, but, seriously, do you want a 370Z or a 40th only? __________________ Enjoy it. Destroy it.

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04-02-2012, 07:21 PM	#16 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	I went to the dealership today to take a look at the car. So no warranty, a few slight scratches, that weren't too noticeable. There was this one ding on the front bumper that had me look more around the fender. I felt under the wheel well and saw a portion of the inner fender liner gone?!? I could see the back of the headlight and other wiring? It makes me think that the car had ran over something? So of course I pointed this out and they said they would be willing to fix this. I just feel even if the price might be fair, the car is not worth the hassle? What do you guys think?

04-02-2012, 10:45 PM	#19 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	yeah had to walk out on it... at least I got to take a test drive haha... back to the search.

04-03-2012, 02:24 AM	#20 (permalink)
fairlady_z95 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Mountain View Posts: 52 Drives: 95 Z32 Rep Power: 545	keep searchin' man! Don't let them fool you with all that jumble. Find the best Z and negotiate the best you can. In the end, at least you got a Z with no problems for at least a "fair" or "decent" price.

04-04-2012, 01:25 AM	#22 (permalink)
fairlady_z95 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Mountain View Posts: 52 Drives: 95 Z32 Rep Power: 545	I wonder if this is a good deal. 16k miles. 30k. Cars for Sale: 2010 Nissan 370Z Touring in Yucaipa, CA 92399: Coupe Details - 312162471 - AutoTrader.com

04-04-2012, 10:52 PM	#23 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	i was really looking at this one. I would have get approved for a loan. I contacted that seller already. He said when ever I have a chance to take a look at it

04-04-2012, 10:52 PM	#24 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	would you guys consider buying private?

04-06-2012, 05:07 AM	#25 (permalink)
fairlady_z95 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Mountain View Posts: 52 Drives: 95 Z32 Rep Power: 545	I don't see why not.. Only thing is some prefer buying from dealer because of warranty. So you may want to account for maintenance cost out of your pocket. Also, supposedly, cars sold at dealers are in "excellent" condition.

04-16-2012, 04:05 PM	#27 (permalink)
shika805 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 491 Drives: 40th Z, 71' 240z Rep Power: 19	Ok new deal to the mix. I checked out another 40th this weekend, car is going for 30k with 19k miles, very clean and unmolested. The car is through a personal seller. I am approved for 17k financed at 2.99%. Im placing the rest down. Should I jump on this and make my dreams come true? What do you guys think?!? The thing that concerns me is that it is a private seller vehicle? Is it a good Idea to buy private?