I think I might buy a CRZ this weekend

travisjb · 02-24-2011, 11:03 PM

other ideas... focus electric? abarth 500?

2012 Ford Focus Electric | 100% Gasoline Free, All-Electric Driving Experience | Ford.com

Auston · 02-25-2011, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

one step closer to making the Z track only.

Its a combination of several things, but mainly, just wanting another car.

other factors
Exhaust - loud in car
Suspension - rough riding (tein monoflex setup for track)
gas mileage - 600-800 miles of commuter per month
switching between street and track setup
scraping the bottom of the car on speed humps at work parking lot.

so I think I will buy a CRZ. Also thinking of selling my texas rollback trailer and getting an enclosed one, and just storing the Z in the trailer.

mdbrich has a CRZ, might want to check with him

Mike · 02-25-2011, 07:14 AM

I like the looks, and I don't need a lot of power in a DD, plus the mileage is a plus. I think with all the turmoil in the ME we might be looking at $5-6/gal. gas soon. With USAA pricing, a base model is 19100. I lose bluetooth, xenon headlights and a subwoofer, and a couple other small things

from the EX model, but I'm going to be moving my aftermarket setup out of the Z into the 'Z' anyways.

Mike · 02-25-2011, 07:27 AM

other than the possibility of rims and springs, no real mods for it.

370z TT · 02-25-2011, 10:41 AM

What about the new scion Tc, I heard they really improved it with the new generation.

CBRich · 02-25-2011, 10:48 AM

Are you against something like a Honda Fit or Mazda 3?

shadoquad · 02-25-2011, 11:23 AM

I might be in the minority here, but I like the CRZ. A coworker has one, and they're nice little cars.

Mike · 02-25-2011, 12:00 PM

I think I just really want to try a hybrid, and every other hybrid is boring.

daisuke149 · 02-25-2011, 12:44 PM

out of curiosity, ive heard you mentioned you dont like the expedition a few times.. why not trade that in for a tahoe?

travisjb · 02-25-2011, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike

I think I just really want to try a hybrid, and every other hybrid is boring.

also how do you feel about an electric vs a hybrid? why not go all the way... ford focus electric

CBRich · 02-25-2011, 04:40 PM

If you really are looking for a hybrid then I think the CR-Z is a great choice actually. Personally, I'm not big on hybrids but if you are then it's the only one I think is worthwhile.

wilsonp · 02-25-2011, 05:15 PM

How about a Mini Cooper instead? Or a Ford Fiesta?

SeeyaBud86 · 02-25-2011, 05:27 PM

I know you want a hybrid but I would consider a Mazdaspeed 3. It's got good power, turbo, trunk space, enough interior room, and it gets good gas mileage. My friend has one and I have to say it is pretty peppy. Since its a turbo it gets great mpg when you're just cruising. A lot of people criticize its looks, but trust me it grows on you. You can even get nav for it.

AlphaSnacks · 02-25-2011, 05:29 PM

Nissan Juke gets my vote. Much, much more fun than a CR-Z and better equipped base. Both cost virtually the same.

omgZ · 02-25-2011, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeeyaBud86

I know you want a hybrid but I would consider a Mazdaspeed 3. It's got good power, turbo, trunk space, enough interior room, and it gets good gas mileage. My friend has one and I have to say it is pretty peppy. Since its a turbo it gets great mpg when you're just cruising. A lot of people criticize its looks, but trust me it grows on you. You can even get nav for it.

The new mazdaspeed 3's interior and bumper are

02-24-2011, 11:03 PM	#16 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 188	other ideas... focus electric? abarth 500? 2012 Ford Focus Electric \| 100% Gasoline Free, All-Electric Driving Experience \| Ford.com __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

02-25-2011, 07:14 AM	#18 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	I like the looks, and I don't need a lot of power in a DD, plus the mileage is a plus. I think with all the turmoil in the ME we might be looking at $5-6/gal. gas soon. With USAA pricing, a base model is 19100. I lose bluetooth, xenon headlights and a subwoofer, and a couple other small things from the EX model, but I'm going to be moving my aftermarket setup out of the Z into the 'Z' anyways. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

02-25-2011, 07:27 AM	#19 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	other than the possibility of rims and springs, no real mods for it. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

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Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	I think I just really want to try a hybrid, and every other hybrid is boring. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

02-25-2011, 05:15 PM	#27 (permalink)
wilsonp A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,134 Drives: 2009 Touring Sp Nav Rep Power: 16	How about a Mini Cooper instead? Or a Ford Fiesta? __________________ 2014 Cayman S PDK Sport Chrono White/Black Was 2009 370Z Touring Sport+Nav 7AT Metallic Black/Persimmon Was 1991 NSX Auto Black/Black Last edited by wilsonp; 02-25-2011 at 05:29 PM.

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370z TT Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 160 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 15	What about the new scion Tc, I heard they really improved it with the new generation.

02-25-2011, 10:48 AM	#21 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	Are you against something like a Honda Fit or Mazda 3?

02-25-2011, 11:23 AM	#22 (permalink)
shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3886	I might be in the minority here, but I like the CRZ. A coworker has one, and they're nice little cars.

02-25-2011, 12:44 PM	#24 (permalink)
daisuke149 My *** is famous! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alpharetta, GA Posts: 4,849 Drives: 2013 Boss 302 PW Rep Power: 31	out of curiosity, ive heard you mentioned you dont like the expedition a few times.. why not trade that in for a tahoe?

02-25-2011, 04:40 PM	#26 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	If you really are looking for a hybrid then I think the CR-Z is a great choice actually. Personally, I'm not big on hybrids but if you are then it's the only one I think is worthwhile.

02-25-2011, 05:27 PM	#28 (permalink)
SeeyaBud86 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 480 Drives: 09 PW 370z 6MT Rep Power: 15	I know you want a hybrid but I would consider a Mazdaspeed 3. It's got good power, turbo, trunk space, enough interior room, and it gets good gas mileage. My friend has one and I have to say it is pretty peppy. Since its a turbo it gets great mpg when you're just cruising. A lot of people criticize its looks, but trust me it grows on you. You can even get nav for it. __________________ My Z:http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...l-finally.html 1969 MGB for sale: http://www.the370z.com/other-vehicle...ml#post1238143

02-25-2011, 05:29 PM	#29 (permalink)
AlphaSnacks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Windermere, FL Posts: 1,618 Drives: '13 XKR-S, '10 370Z Rep Power: 18	Nissan Juke gets my vote. Much, much more fun than a CR-Z and better equipped base. Both cost virtually the same.

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