No one should have to sit in traffic keeping an eye on the temperate gauge waiting for traffic to start moving! Even if it's for a "few minutes"! That overheating will catch up with you sooner or later!

Rep Point!

Test cars that are provided to reviewers, car and driver, motor trend etc. had oil coolers provided to improve performance for testing reasons. Therefore the reviews are not accurate. If the oil temperature issues would have been presented I would have purchased another vehicle. I was also very honest with the dealership that I do participate in DE events and there response was that there would be no issues in regards to performance.

Interesting....thanks!

Well when I had my Eclipse 4G, I had to deal with a LOT of warranty issues, and since I modded my car immediately they always give me a hard time. I learn how to talk to the dealers and at the same time keep my warranty. I will go to the dealer where I purchased the car, cause they treat me better there, I just went to a diff Nissan because it was closer. I first are going to have a conversation with the manager and if he need proof I think I can get enough information from here.

Hi,
I'm a new member to this site. I just purchased a 370z, and after reading the oil temp issues, I demanded the dealer install a "nissan approved" oil cooler for free (assuming they actually come out with one) in the future on my car, if I paid for the part. I might never have an issue since the temps in Pa. are not as high as other areas and I dont drive in heavy traffic. They were real jerks about it, and refused to even admit that Nissan might be having some problems with this car. I have a signed paper from them, without that I would have walked up the street and purchased a Mustang!

Stick with the Z of the GT-R as the designs are good and have lots of potential for styling changes in the future. The Mustang is unfortunately at a design crossroad with very little design wiggle-room to get itself out of the corner it has been painted into. The Mustang design is starting to look tired and ordinary and out of style for this day and age. I thought I would never see it or say it that way but unfortunately it is true.

You are not serious, are you? Thinking about oil cooler for daily driving in PA? Even if you did drive in heavy traffic, you'll never hit ANYWHERE close to limp mode. Stop stressing over a issue that doesn't pertain to you and ENJOY driving your Z.

As for buying a Mustang comment, drive your 370Z for a month then go test drive a Mustang. See if you still want one ;).

On the drive home in 75 degree weather, it ran over 220 almost the whole way. And yes I have driven the Mustang, thats why I bought the Z. I had a 300zx, for 11 years so I know a little about Nissan service.(around here it stinks). I could see if I did drive in heavy traffic that it could EASILY hit 260+. Yes I may never need it (once the car is broken in it will probably run cooler) but if I do they are going to pay to put it on.

After reading my first post again, I might have given the impression that I was definatly going to have the oil cooler installed. What I should have said, is that I might want it in the future if I thought it (high oil temps) was going to be a problem. In my area (pa.) I also do not think I will need it, BUT if I do...free install.

Well just had my first oil change at a Nissan dealer using the ester oil, $73 w/ tax. I am anal and have always change the oil around the 1,000 mile mark on all my cars, the 370Z had 981 miles.

Was a bit surprised how dark the oil was, next to Blackstone for an analysis.

what oil are you using? plans on sticking with that oil forever?

Good luck with that.

Nisan's 5W30 ester synthetic oil.

Hey guys,

I was planning on getting a 370Z some time this month and I just got through the 50+ pages and am pretty disappointed. There's literally no other car out there right now that appeals to me price/performance/aesthetics-wise as the 370Z so naturally reading about this problem basically felt like getting kicked in the crotch.

I'm basically on the fence after reading all of this. It seems like a lot of you have issues while a lot haven't. I wouldn't be taking the car to the track but spirited driving will definitely occur somewhat often. So far it doesn't seem like they're addressing this issue for the 2010 models so it seems like now is as good a time as any to get one.

I just had a couple quick questions regarding this issue...

1) This is my first car and I've had my fair share of unreliable cars (used to be a big DSM guy) but I really don't want to have to constantly keep my eye on the oil temp gauge every time I decide to pass someone on the highway. I live in Illinois so I hope this won't be a huge issue but still has me concerned. How serious is the oil temp problem for someone who will be using the car as a daily driver and will not see track time?

2) Has Nissan in fact released an oil cooler available for purchase yet?

3) If so, what are the odds of me negotiating the cooler being worked into the price for free before buying?

4) Finally, and this isn't oil temp related, any ballparks on how long it would take to get the car if I ordered one? I'm looking to get a black 6spd with the sport package. Like I said, this is my first time snagging a new car so I won't settle. I'll wait if I have to, just wondering how long I could expect.

Sorry for the noob questions, any replies are appreciated.