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nmjaxx9 · 02-08-2012, 01:42 PM

From the looks of your post im guessing you are buying used:

1) Benefeits of buying used from a dealer (if certified pre-owned), means you have a full manufacturer inspection, and you can rest assure that the car you are buying is mechanically sound.

Cons, the Z is harder to find than most other cars, so availability in your area might be an issue, along with bargaining power. You may be able to bargain more with a private seller, than compared to a dealership.

2) Which leads to buying used pros, you are going to have more bargaining power than a dealership, (unless seller is intent or firm on price).

Cons, the background of the car, possible cover-ups, accidents, other things the owner may hide when selling you the car. Running a car fax definetley helps, but there may be certain things that may not show up on their.

Best bet is to try and buy certified pre owned, I would say that would serve greatest peace of mind, and you are guaranteed you are getting a quality product. However, there is nothing wrong with buying from a private seller either, if you do decide to buy from a private seller make sure you inspect, test drive, (maybe bring a mechanic friend, or bring to a reputable shop, to check the car out) and thoroughly look over the car, and run a VIN to make sure everything checks out.

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nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 26	From the looks of your post im guessing you are buying used: 1) Benefeits of buying used from a dealer (if certified pre-owned), means you have a full manufacturer inspection, and you can rest assure that the car you are buying is mechanically sound. Cons, the Z is harder to find than most other cars, so availability in your area might be an issue, along with bargaining power. You may be able to bargain more with a private seller, than compared to a dealership. 2) Which leads to buying used pros, you are going to have more bargaining power than a dealership, (unless seller is intent or firm on price). Cons, the background of the car, possible cover-ups, accidents, other things the owner may hide when selling you the car. Running a car fax definetley helps, but there may be certain things that may not show up on their. Best bet is to try and buy certified pre owned, I would say that would serve greatest peace of mind, and you are guaranteed you are getting a quality product. However, there is nothing wrong with buying from a private seller either, if you do decide to buy from a private seller make sure you inspect, test drive, (maybe bring a mechanic friend, or bring to a reputable shop, to check the car out) and thoroughly look over the car, and run a VIN to make sure everything checks out.