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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. I'm afraid the TT would have the possibility of some costly repairs if I were to plan to take it to 180000 miles. I had a 03 G35 before and treated me very good with 150000 miles on it. I just can't like the new G37 style. 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,
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Very little has changed in the Z: options/trim has been one of them recently. Minor refresh/wheel change with LED's circa 2013+.
It's a very stout platform overall: you can check out the forum for the common items (clutch slave, ESL (pull the fuse), some oil consumption on the VHR) but as a whole, very minor.
We've had our 2010 Sport/Touring roadster for the past 50K with only the rear axle clicking TSB done to it. Minor consumption, 1 qt between 6m/6K mile oil changes.
For 20K simply get the most Z you can afford based on MY/mileage. I personally like the first gen sport wheels over the second gen, but if a low mile still under factory warranty 2013/14 popped up you have to look at it.
To me sport package is a must when getting a manual. NAV unit ties the front of the dash together nicely but its not a requirement.
Happy hunting.
- b