Bring on May 1st

370er

Darren - I went to Blackburn Nissan on Monday and saw a white, a yellow, and 2 black Zs. The white looks very nice in person. I'd probably get yellow or white if I was getting one. When you say 71k retail is that including on-road costs and dealer delivery? I also think it's a pity this car doesn't have a reverse camera considering the blind spots. Did you happen to ask if the 19 inch wheels are available as an option? A dealer at Brighton said the 19s would still be available from the spare parts department... not sure if this is possible though as every other dealer seems to think otherwise.

Indy

Heh yeah, I confirmed with vicroads and the police. If it's not v8, turbo or super charged, modified to increase performance or on the list of banned vehicles at the time of purchase, you can drive it.

Now, of course this only applies to probationary license holders who obtained their Ps after July 1st 2007. For those who got it before then, they are restricted by the power to weight ratio, which would make the 370 illegal.

evse82

Hey, the 19's are definately not coming in, I wrote to nissan Aus about it and they sent me a letter back basically just saying 'No' without any reasoning... also no other options are available except for rear sensors.. I asked about the illuminated kickplates and they are a no too.

I'm actually thinking that they will probably bring in the wheels once the financial crisis is over.. less options less vehicles they need in stock I guess... really sucks, all the reviews are talking about lack of traction with the 18's.

@Indy, dude if it isn't on the banned list yet then u better get it quickly lol

370er

They should give you a reason, they sound arrogant. The illuminated kick plates you could still order from ebay if you don't mind a DIY.

I'm thinking the 2010 model might come with the 19s but I won't hold my breath. All in all, quite disappointing that they've gone tight arse on options. It doesn't do the car justice.

Indy

Already have;-)

@370er
But then again, ours does come fully loaded, bar the 19" wheels and a HDD SatNav system. We even get some extras the Americans don't, like the heated side mirrors, rear wiper (debatable if its an 'extra') and rear fog lights.

evse82

I was kinda excited when I found out the 370 came out with 275's on the rear... cos 245's on the 350z were pretty bad. Almost considering holding out to see what happens with future models, but i need a car now. They release specs of next years model in September, but I dont think I could hold out till then.

Indy, we gotta go cruising when I get mine...

haloish

Hi everyone, I'm new here. Car was delivered last week and it's great fun however I just noticed this:

I've got 245/45's on the rears. Can I ask where you heard this?

GTRFAN

I drove that yellow one at Blackburn and saw a white one that was sold in the showroom. Yeah the white is nice and was my choice, but Im going with Platinum now with GT30's.

I know for a fact that the 2010 "facelift" will have the 19's just for marketing purposes.....but thats it. I'm not sure about the other options. A reversing camera would be nice. Im definitely ordering the parking sensors.

The price was $71k on road. I am actually doing a ring around tomorrow, so will let you know. The problem I have with purchasing this car is it's over the luxury car tax threshold, so a bit of creative financing is in order.

evse82

Yeah I've driven that yellow one too lol, I'm curious as to why the white one has been there for so long when it's been sold...

So the 19's are gonna be available in 2010? hmmm pretty damn annoying. I wonder how much extra they'll charge for them...

I doubt they would bring the reverse camera here, we don't have the same head unit as Japan/US models. From what I've learnt about rear visibility in the 350z and how bad it is in the 370, I'm definately getting the sensors.....

GTRFAN

Price update - $65,250 is my best price so far. Going in this weekend to confirm and place the order.

Another tip....the luxury car tax theshold is about $62,898, so if you pay the dealer a few grand on the side, he invoice the car for just under that price and save you even more robbos!

Indy

Is that for manual or auto? If manual, could probably get them to throw in a free set of floor mats and tint.

evse82

Is that on the road?

370er

I thought the threshold was $57,180.00 for 2008-2009 financial year?

370er

Interesting. Did someone from Nissan Australia tell you this? If the second model year begins in September (not sure?) when do you think they'd got on sale in Australia? 2010 or late this year? Wondering if I should wait or not.

haloish

Ah I see. Thanks for clarifying!