Quote:
Originally Posted by tw557
I am seriously thinking about soon looking for a 370z. I currently have a TTRS but with kids in college soon and other expenses, I'm looking for a long term (8 years) reliable car. So as I look for a 370z with a budget of around 22000 I am wondering what are the major differences over the years. What are the reliability concerns. And also part compatibility such as what years can auto transmissions and engines interchange if over the years either has a failure and I need to source parts. Any advice is welcome. Thanks in advance,
|
OK, this is kind of long, but I'm a Nissan guy. Ive always found Nissans to be a good choice for reliability. I've owned them continuous since a new '77 Datsun B-210 HB. I still own and drive, almost every day, my '97 Maxima SE 5-spd with 182k miles on it. Still love it! It's still quick and reliable. In the garage sits my '12 370z Sport/touring 6-spd. I expect a long life from it as well. There are reports the manual trans has a weak clutch slave cylinder. But even if so, I have read there are good after market replacements available. I mean, if that's the worst that can happen, I'm happy. Also the Nissan VQ engine is a gem, receiving multiple awards from the Wards Automotive magazine, year after year. I'm an older guy and I like a decently comfortable suspension/ride quality. I can tell you the Z equipped with the Touring package is surprisingly comfortable. Can't comment on the other models (Sport only, Base, and Nismo). If you need some storage/cargo area, it's obviously not for you. My only other gripe is the rear quarter driver visibility, or lack thereof. You need to rely on your side view mirrors and use caution before changing lanes. Did I mention it's great fun to drive and has good acceleration?? Also really like the Bose HU, speaker sound, USB input and NAV. That's it!