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Originally Posted by ebruder
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I am currently driving and thoroughly enjoying a 2007 BMW Z4M Coupe. It will be coming off of lease in a few months (I like to shop for cars early), and I have no interest what-so-ever in the new Z4 hardtop convertible. The new Z4 has grown in size, has no M version, and just doesn't appeal to me. BMW is talking about a higher performing (higher boost pressure) on the current 3.0 liter twin turbo to give more torque and HP, but that is still speculation, and will end up pushing the current higher performance Z4's ridiculous price even higher, without even addressing M-style handling and braking.
I have a couple of choices: 1) Buy my current ride at 3 years old for ~ $30M, or 2) buy a new something else. I have driven P-cars for many years, and don't want to go that route, which leaves me with a 370Z as a viable candidate. I am also drawn to an Exige, but they are more track toys.
The last Z-car I loved was a friend's 240. I hated the 300ZX, liked the 350Z, and think the 370Z might a winner.
I've done some research, and know I would want the Sport Package and 6mt, but unsure whether Base or Touring. The car would be my daily driver, weekend canyon carver, and a few times/year track car.
I really like my current Z4MC, but it will be 3 years old, and for nearly the same price I could get a new 370Z.
Any and all comment and feedback would be welcomed. I have never owned a Nissan, let alone a Z.
Thanks,
EB
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First of all, welcome to The370Z.com. We are very glad to have you with us in our forum. Please feel free to share pictures of your current and previous cars
Looking at your choices, do you really want to drive the Z4 any longer? I personally get tired of ANY car if I drive more than 2 years ( 3 years is max) In my honest opinion, why not give the 370Z a try? Coming from a Z4, I can def tell you Z is a more aggressive, noisy, harsh raw sports car. If that's okay with you, then you'll like the 370Z. I also saw where you mentioned that you liked 350Z.
If you liked 350Z, then you'll absolutely LOVE the 370Z without a doubt.
Stig actually ran a better time (half second quicker) with the 370Z than the brand new 2010 Z4
Coming from a BMW, I def suggest Touring model with sports. But if you want to save 4000 dollars, then base+sports will do the job just fine. It's the lightest and most performance oriented out of the box spec. (this is what I have).
I say, go to your nearest dealer and ask for a test drive on a sport 6speed 370Z. Make sure you test out the SyncroRev match feature. I haven't turned it off since I left the dealer.
If you DO plan to take the Z to a track (long road courses), it's suggested that you put a oil cooler. But for everyday driving, it's not necessary.
Keep us posted. thanks.