Looking for an SUV

AK370Z · 12-18-2013, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Well lucky you. I'm tired of paying for repairs and dealing with messed up ****, and I'm still under 3/36. Screw that. My 1980's mustang had more robust brake components (Even if it didn't stop as well, I only needed ONE set of rotors, not 3.), and the transmission in my 2001 Trans Am was a much better component, and NONE of my other cars had power steering pumps that whined like a mofo "from the factory, as normal, per the manufacturer". So, I'm glad your car isn't a shitbox, but mine is, and so is Nissan's customer service, so why in the world would I keep this thing past 3/36? It's junk.

Clapped out and ready to be thrown away as far as I'm concerned. It's reached the stage in its life where it will always have **** going wrong with it and cost you money every time you turn around. You know, the stage at which domestics normally reach in 5-7 years where you finally break down and buy a new one because the repairs > a note. Yeah, it's getting there before it's even out from under 3/36. Really, I cannot express enough disdain for the Nissan brand or the 370Z product, in general. I just want OUT of it before I get too far out from under warranty (31K miles right now) and have to pay hand over fist just to keep it on the road. THe power steering moans and groans like a whore and that's embarrassing enough everyone staring at it when I pull into a parking-lot, or it sounding like a damn supercharger pulling up to a traffic light. I can only imagine what those buggers would charge me to replace it when it finally goes, probably at 37K miles, lol!

I've gotten some good info from this thread, and am considering the 4-runner special edition, now, as well. As well as some validation of my choice of the GJC from everyone who has owned or experienced one.

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Well, the problem is Nissan. They finally admitted the brake issue. They were using a pneumatic wrench to tighten the lug nuts. This car can't withstand such. It warped the rotors. They found this out when their gtr tech attended a conference in Texas. Used a hand powered tool, and all is better. Shitty design.

Powersteering pump whining like a belt driven sc is normal for economy cars, they say. That includes altimas with more curvy sheetmetal.

I post here because I wish someone honest about the platform had clued me in before I bought it, although 5_0 tried, he wasn't near as openly vocal about it as I'm being. Just trying to look out for anyone considering one of these poser sports cars.

Any way I can hurt nissan, I will. I hope my posts and the incidents o have recounted cost sales. **** em.

Hi,
How can do you still have 3 years/36,000 miles bumper to bumper warranty and still "tired of paying for repairs"? Anything happen during 3/36 is fixed under warranty with no questions asked. I do not understand that statement. Please elaborate

AND if you're so concerned with paying out of pocket for repair, why didn't your buy Nissan Silver or Gold preffered warranty? They are darn cheap! My car currently has 83,xxx miles and I still have bumper to bumper till 2016 or 120K miles. Do you know how many trips I have made to the dealer for repairs in my last 5 years or 83,000 miles? 3 times. 1st time I overtightened one lug (Front Right wheel) with a faulty Harbor Freight tq wrench (totally my fault. Can't blame Nissan). 2nd instance was when steering lock went out but it was the most pleasant experience I had considering the crappy situation (steeling lock going bad). A flatbed tow truck was sent with a very courteous driver, I sat with him to dealer, dealer gave me rental till the car is fixed. Dealer overnighted the steering lock and the very next day I had the car back in perfect shape. I don't know how much better experience I can ask for. 3rd instance was with crank position sensor. As usual, dropped the car off and walked out with a loaner. Everything was done within 2 business day and ALL I had to pay was $50 deductible.

If your car is giving you power steering whining, you need to take it to the dealer. You're still under 3/36 and they will fix it free. You get a loaner. Whining to us, isn't going to solve anything. You complained about brake issue. The issue is "not so great" akebono rotors. They go bad around 30K. I changed them to Stoptech regular replacement from tirerack ($97 a piece for front and even cheaper for rear) and you should come drive my car! Even 25K miles later on those rotors, car stops on a dime, no shake or vibrations what so ever. I did 1 hpde track day and about 90+ autox runs this year = no issues. I personally think pneumatic wrench has nothing to do with it. Why? bc my mechanic used pneumatic wrench many times after stoptech replacement, no issues. I changed tires at shop and pneumatic wrench was used, no problem. Forum is the place where you research and find out what's wrong and go fix it. Instead of arguing, learn and change should be the right attitude.

Lets switch position for a sec: lets say you're the admin of a huge Mustang 5.0 forum and I'm importconvert_5.0, a member who owns 5.0 mustang. Every day I constantly bash this 5.0 Mustang to no point, I call out Ford as a pos, I call out mustang as the biggest pos, I wish to hurt the Ford any way I can by spreading my stories and engage in regular argument with 5.0 enthusiasts that their car sucks! What do you think will happen to me on that forum? Let me let you in a real secret: I'll be gone when I create my 3rd thread! You have to understand just bc you're having all these issues (and you should look into lemon laws if you're so fed up?) with your Z, maybe it's your Z that wasn't so lucky out of the factory. There are hundreds and thousands of satisfied owners here. Some rarely ever made a trip to dealer in 40-50-60,000 miles. If you're constantly bashing a car coming to that car specific forum, you will not gain popularity among member or admin. If 370Z is giving you so much issues, perhaps you should trade it in. But you're pushing my patience to the edge and you're randomly picking argument and telling 370Z enthusiasts on a 370Z forum that their 370Z sucks. Just because I am a nice guy (admin), please don't take advantage of me. Think for a second where you are and have a little respect for other 370Z enthusiasts here. I'll appreciate if you stop your constant 370Z bashing here on THE370z

Thank you.

A. Kaiser

Chuck33079 · 12-18-2013, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

(and you should look into lemon laws if you're so fed up?) with your Z, maybe it's your Z that wasn't so lucky out of the factory.

Your situation seems to be exactly why there are lemon laws on the books.

ImportConvert · 12-18-2013, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Your situation seems to be exactly why there are lemon laws on the books.

I wish. Lemon laws are impossible almost. 120 days downtime in the first year, from what I recall.

ImportConvert · 12-18-2013, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Hi,
How can do you still have 3 years/36,000 miles bumper to bumper warranty and still "tired of paying for repairs"? Anything happen during 3/36 is fixed under warranty with no questions asked. I do not understand that statement. Please elaborate

The service manager swore it was my driving style that caused rotors to go bad every few thousand miles (but the pads and tires looked good...), and very heavily leaned on me to put some slotted rotors on it. That came out of pocket. When they, too, warped in 500-1500 miles, and Nissan NA became involved, he lied to my face and said he never said that, and that he would NEVER suggest non Nissan parts. So I was SOL on that expenditure.

AND if you're so concerned with paying out of pocket for repair, why didn't your buy Nissan Silver or Gold preffered warranty? This will help how? 3/36 wouldn't cover it. Why would some aftermarket warranty cover it?They are darn cheap! My car currently has 83,xxx miles and I still have bumper to bumper till 2016 or 120K miles. Do you know how many trips I have made to the dealer for repairs in my last 5 years or 83,000 miles? 3 times. 1st time I overtightened one lug (Front Right wheel) with a faulty Harbor Freight tq wrench (totally my fault. Can't blame Nissan). 2nd instance was when steering lock went out but it was the most pleasant experience I had considering the crappy situation (steeling lock going bad). A flatbed tow truck was sent with a very courteous driver, I sat with him to dealer, dealer gave me rental till the car is fixed. One time I ran out of fuel because the gauge told me 1/5 tank left, the trip-read said 120 miles left, but I was going up a bridge in a corner, it fuel-starved, and even once on level ground and showing 8X miles to empty, would not crank. Dealer told me SOL, have it towed. My Dad came and put some gas in the car and it fixed the issue. Shitty gauge. Never had a car run out of fuel still showing that much fuel on the gauge and over 80 miles to E. Dealer overnighted the steering lock and the very next day I had the car back in perfect shape. I don't know how much better experience I can ask for. 3rd instance was with crank position sensor. As usual, dropped the car off and walked out with a loaner. Everything was done within 2 business day and ALL I had to pay was $50 deductible. Nice. I didn't get a loaner except twice. Once was a damn LEAF with barely any charge on it, and once was a shitty Altima. My car has been at the dealer for nearly a week before for this brake issue. I miss the shitty Altima. It performs as advertised and was reliable.

If your car is giving you power steering whining, you need to take it to the dealer. They don't give a ****. You're still under 3/36 and they will fix it free. You get a loaner. No you don't. Whining to us, isn't going to solve anything. I'm not complaining, I'm warning others. You complained about brake issue. The issue is "not so great" akebono rotors. They go bad around 30K. Nice, mine went bad at 10K, 17K, 23K. I changed them to Stoptech regular replacement from tirerack ($97 a piece for front and even cheaper for rear) and you should come drive my car! Even 25K miles later on those rotors, car stops on a dime, no shake or vibrations what so ever. Cool, Z1 must use **** then. They warped the same week that they put them and Stoptech pads on.I did 1 hpde track day and about 90+ autox runs this year = no issues. I personally think pneumatic wrench has nothing to do with it. Why? bc my mechanic used pneumatic wrench many times after stoptech replacement, no issues. I changed tires at shop and pneumatic wrench was used, no problem. All I can say is what they told me, but we both suspect they are lying. Forum is the place where you research and find out what's wrong and go fix it. Instead of arguing, learn and change should be the right attitude.

Lets switch position for a sec: lets say you're the admin of a huge Mustang 5.0 forum and I'm importconvert_5.0, a member who owns 5.0 mustang. Every day I constantly bash this 5.0 Mustang to no point, I call out Ford as a pos, I call out mustang as the biggest pos, I wish to hurt the Ford any way I can by spreading my stories and engage in regular argument with 5.0 enthusiasts that their car sucks! What do you think will happen to me on that forum? Let me let you in a real secret: I'll be gone when I create my 3rd thread! Fair enough. Hopefully the threads remain so that people can learn from my misfortune with Nissan's junk. You have to understand just bc you're having all these issues (and you should look into lemon laws if you're so fed up? I have, car has to bed own for 120 days during the first year, or something totally absurd.) with your Z, maybe it's your Z that wasn't so lucky out of the factory. There are hundreds and thousands of satisfied owners here. That's good for them. Some rarely ever made a trip to dealer in 40-50-60,000 miles. If you're constantly bashing a car coming to that car specific forum, you will not gain popularity among member or admin. Nor do I expect any favors, but thank-you for being polite and candid. Nothing against you, personally, of course. If 370Z is giving you so much issues, perhaps you should trade it in. I'd like to, but taking a $25,000 hit after 1 year of ownership sucks balls. I should have looked at residual, that's my fault for buying what seems like a 3rd world product. But you're pushing my patience to the edge and you're randomly picking argument and telling 370Z enthusiasts on a 370Z forum that their 370Z sucks. Just because I am a nice guy (admin), please don't take advantage of me. Think for a second where you are and have a little respect for other 370Z enthusiasts here. I'll appreciate if you stop your constant 370Z bashing here on THE370z

Thank you.

A. Kaiser

I just read your last part. You probably better just drop the ban hammer, because your pet passion (the 370Z) has cost me hundreds of dollars to maintain, even under warranty, is still having random issues, and has the trade-in value of a Daewoo. I respect your polite appeal to cease and desist, and I ask that you respect the fact that you being a good guy (which you come across as, and thanks for your candor), is not enough to fix thousands of dollars and countless times of being without a ride, or in some shitty electric car that I am scared will leave me stranded and with a $250 tow-bill (what they told me it would cost), or any other number of minor annoyances. Respectfully, I WISH we could trade places, and the only 370Z issue I had was related to some guy spreading an uncomfortable truth on a forum I moderated for fun. The difference, here, between actuality and being a troll, is that I actually drive the car I am talking bad about. I have the right to say what I want, as long as it's true. Now, this forum is private, and you have the right to censor it, of course, but I'm not going to feel bad about sharing my situation, or expressing displeasure. If I were lying, that would be one thing, but I'm just sharing and I'm not happy about it.

So put yourself in my place.

You've been polite, you've raised your voice, you've finally had to make a scene in the dealership to get your **** even somewhat fixed.

You've been lied to by the service manager. It's cost you hundreds of dollars.

Nissan North America has told you that whining power steering is normal, and has only reimbursed you for some of your maintenance costs.

I've appealed to everyone. Dealership. Nissan NA. Before that, politely the forum asking advise.

Now I'm trying to trade it in, and it's worth so much less than any domestic car of similar MSRP in similar condition.

So what do you do? Do you just hang your head? Do you mess some lives up?

Well, I'm not going to mess anyone's life up over a car, and I'm also not going to just shuffle off quietly. I'm going to share the factual recount of my experiences as a cautionary tale to others every chance I get.

If you don't like it, I'm sorry 'bout that. Nothing personal, and business is business, so feel free to do what you do, because I won't take that any more personal than you should take this.

AK370Z · 12-19-2013, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I just read your last part. You probably better just drop the ban hammer, because your pet passion (the 370Z) has cost me hundreds of dollars to maintain, even under warranty, is still having random issues, and has the trade-in value of a Daewoo.It's not my pet passion. I have never asked you to buy 370z or sign up to this forum. You have done them on your own. You can not blame me for your own action. NO one forced you to buy a 370z. I respect your polite appeal to cease and desist, and I ask that you respect the fact that you being a good guy (which you come across as, and thanks for your candor), is not enough to fix thousands of dollars and countless times of being without a ride, or in some shitty electric car that I am scared will leave me stranded and with a $250 tow-bill (what they told me it would cost), or any other number of minor annoyances. I understand where you're coming from. I have dealt with shi**y dealers in past. I have driven 45 miles to get my car serviced where nearest dealer was 3 mile from home. I know it's frustrating and I don't blame you for trading it in as it DIDN't work for you. However, you can't just label the car as pos just because you had a troublesome car or your dealer is horrible. I hope you're seeing where I'm coming from. Respectfully, I WISH we could trade places, and the only 370Z issue I had was related to some guy spreading an uncomfortable truth on a forum I moderated for fun. The difference, here, between actuality and being a troll, is that I actually drive the car I am talking bad about. I have the right to say what I want, as long as it's true. of course you do. that's why the forum is here. But there's a fine line between saying "MY car is having issues" or "my car keeps breaking down" vs. "370zs are big pos:, "370zs suck" etc since as you can see the rest of the owners DO NOT share the same experience. Now, this forum is private, and you have the right to censor it,It is private and I do. If it was other admin, they would close the thread and ban the member. But I wanted to hear your story and wanted to provide you my feedback/reply of course, but I'm not going to feel bad about sharing my situation, or expressing displeasure. If I were lying, that would be one thing, but I'm just sharing and I'm not happy about it.

So put yourself in my place.

You've been polite, you've raised your voice, you've finally had to make a scene in the dealership to get your **** even somewhat fixed.

You've been lied to by the service manager. It's cost you hundreds of dollars.
See the stuff in BOLD? these are all dealer problems.

Nissan North America has told you that whining power steering is normal, and has only reimbursed you for some of your maintenance costs.Can you take a video of this whine? I think your dealer is making up stories and feeding to you. I don't even think they are calling Nissan usa. Did you sit in other 370z (member or dealer owned)to compare yours vs. their car?

I've appealed to everyone. Dealership. Nissan NA. Before that, politely the forum asking advise.

Now I'm trying to trade it in, and it's worth so much less than any domestic car of similar MSRP in similar condition.This is not true. Domestic cars loses value much worse. A brand new corvette is 60K. 1 and half year later, it's only worth 40K. Only car holds somewhat value in Domestic is Chevy. But everything else is horrible.

So what do you do? Do you just hang your head? Do you mess some lives up?Do you wanna know what I'd do? a. I'd ask the forum admin AK370Z how can I get a hold of regional dealer manager/directors. These guys are in charge of all regional dealers. I have all these guys direct numbers and emails. I call these guys and express my issue. b. I go to different Nissan dealer that will treat me right. C. I trade in and buy something else. I don't like headaches.

Well, I'm not going to mess anyone's life up over a car, and I'm also not going to just shuffle off quietly. I'm going to share the factual recount of my experiences as a cautionary tale to others every chance I get.

If you don't like it, I'm sorry 'bout that. Nothing personal, and business is business, so feel free to do what you do, because I won't take that any more personal than you should take this.

I'm not taking it personally. I already mentioned my concern. I'm sorry that you had to go though hell. We all have done it with some cars in past. Who knows, my next car could be completely lemon. I don't have any control over it. But I'm not going to label that whole model and manufacturer as "crap". I'll just try to accept the fact that I have an unfortunate sloppy car and I'd try to get rid of it. Sometimes in life things happen like this. We have no control over it. It's all part of life. You should look into BMWs (x3 or x5) as they carry 100% maintenance free service first 4 years. Even rotors, pads and tires are included! Anything else you buy, there's no guarantee this won't happen again. I think BMW has a VERY good first 4 year maintenance plan

Feel free to pm me and we can discuss this further. Let keep this thread on topic.

ImportConvert · 12-19-2013, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

I'm not taking it personally. I already mentioned my concern. I'm sorry that you had to go though hell. We all have done it with some cars in past. Who knows, my next car could be completely lemon. I don't have any control over it. But I'm not going to label that whole model and manufacturer as "crap". I'll just try to accept the fact that I have an unfortunate sloppy car and I'd try to get rid of it. Sometimes in life things happen like this. We have no control over it. It's all part of life. You should look into BMWs (x3 or x5) as they carry 100% maintenance free service first 4 years. Even rotors, pads and tires are included! Anything else you buy, there's no guarantee this won't happen again. I think BMW has a VERY good first 4 year maintenance plan

Feel free to pm me and we can discuss this further. Let keep this thread on topic.

I agree, and would go that route in a heartbeat, or Mercedes, which I think is similar/identical re:service plans, except I am trying to keep D/I very favorable because I don't know how much I will make where I'm going, and want to not worry about cutting it close on D/I for the house.

I may well go with that after 3-5 more years, but for the intermediate future, I'd like something in the $20K +-$2500 range. That should be nice, serviceable, and last 5-7 years if it's a normal experience.

Yes, crap happens, but it's crazy that it was undiagnosable, the company threw me under the bus, etc. I mean, if my car had some issues and they sorted it out and shoot my hand and it didn't cost me anything, yeah, that's life, but that's not how I feel that it went.

Currently:

--2009-2010 Grand Jeep Cherokee V8/AWD/Limited or Overland (I like the amenities and the AWD system it uses and the 357hp V8)
--FJC (I like the looks)
--Toyota 4Runner (I have never seen one die. Never heard of one dying.)

That's kindof where I'm at.

Red__Zed · 12-19-2013, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Hi,
How can do you still have 3 years/36,000 miles bumper to bumper warranty and still "tired of paying for repairs"? Anything happen during 3/36 is fixed under warranty with no questions asked. I do not understand that statement. Please elaborate

Warranty does not cover "wear items"

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Lets switch position for a sec: lets say you're the admin of a huge Mustang 5.0 forum and I'm importconvert_5.0, a member who owns 5.0 mustang. Every day I constantly bash this 5.0 Mustang to no point, I call out Ford as a pos, I call out mustang as the biggest pos, I wish to hurt the Ford any way I can by spreading my stories and engage in regular argument with 5.0 enthusiasts that their car sucks! What do you think will happen to me on that forum? Let me let you in a real secret: I'll be gone when I create my 3rd thread!

A. Kaiser

Unlikely. Most other forums welcome truthful criticism of the car, otherwise you wouldn't have hundreds of mustang forum threads (all started by the same guy) about the transmission issues. You wouldn't have threads on the Audi forum about carbon build up, which do nothing but trash the car. The s2000 owners who rip the car regularly. It's quite a common discussion on every forum but this one.

Discussion, good and bad, should be available for future purchasers to evaluate their decision. Frankly, you'd have less downers owning the car if they were privy to certain members experiences, and you'd probably get less of these threads in the long run. Banning members and deleting threads for reasonable discourse on the issues they've had doesn't fix the issues with the car--it just prevents others from learning from them. Do you remember when (on this forum) members were getting dogged for complaining about their steering lock issues? I think a couple of those early threads got nasty...

AK370Z · 12-19-2013, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Warranty does not cover "wear items"

I know Dan. I think you missed this post: Looking for an SUV

http://www.the370z.com/images/370zfo...and%20tear.JPG

I was actually shocked how much it covered. It's actually 1990 parts that's covered. So, minus the everyday wear and tear parts (tires, breake pads/rotors, clutch etc), this Gold Preferred covers everything and this is straight from oem NIssan that literally extends that bumper to bumper coverage. If tomm my engine blows up or transmission takes a crap, I don't have to spend 1 penny. Whether dealer spends $10,000 or $20,000 dollars, I don't pay anything.

Gold preferred at a glance: https://owners.nissanusa.com/content...plans/Gold.pdf

Parts in detail that's covered (first column): http://www.vadennissanprotectionplan...chart-2013.pdf

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Unlikely. Most other forums welcome truthful criticism of the car, otherwise you wouldn't have hundreds of mustang forum threads (all started by the same guy) about the transmission issues. You wouldn't have threads on the Audi forum about carbon build up, which do nothing but trash the car. The s2000 owners who rip the car regularly. It's quite a common discussion on every forum but this one.

Discussion, good and bad, should be available for future purchasers to evaluate their decision. Frankly, you'd have less downers owning the car if they were privy to certain members experiences, and you'd probably get less of these threads in the long run. Banning members and deleting threads for reasonable discourse on the issues they've had doesn't fix the issues with the car--it just prevents others from learning from them. Do you remember when (on this forum) members were getting dogged for complaining about their steering lock issues? I think a couple of those early threads got nasty...

Of course I remember! Do you remember in early 09-10 when we got a oil temp threads every other day? Every car has it's ups and downs. This forum is here to discuss it all. We welcome truthful criticism just like if not MORE than any other forum. But you have to understand there's a fine difference between truthful honest criticism vs. everyone chiming in and causing a riot. We always appreciate feedback from affected owners. We have hundreds and thousands of threads where members wrote (and write everyday) about good and bad things about the z over the years. However there's a threshold or limit how far we let a thread go to prevent drama/personal attacks etc. We don't delete threads but we lock it when it gets out of control. You can use the search feature and I'm sure you'll find hundreds of oil temps threads, brake icying threads, steering lock threads, fuel starvation threads, 6spd manual vs auto

and many other topics. They are all there. Since this is a privately owned (me) forum (vs corporation run ie. Internet Brands or autoguide etc), it's run with limited manpower. So if I see a thread that's going out of control, I close it to review or come back to it at a later time. I have a life outside the forum, you know. You and me had our ups and down over the years and at the end you are still here. I think that says something

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I've only known one other person with a BMW SUV. They had an X5, and I asked about it. They kindof shrugged. Were very neutral about it. I have heard great things about BMW service, though, but I've also heard that out of warranty, the service is pricy.

Yes they are. That's why I always tell people (those who wants peace of mind) - buy a bmw and trade it in on the 4th year for a new one and continue that cycle.

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I agree, and would go that route in a heartbeat, or Mercedes, which I think is similar/identical re:service plans, except I am trying to keep D/I very favorable because I don't know how much I will make where I'm going, and want to not worry about cutting it close on D/I for the house.

I may well go with that after 3-5 more years, but for the intermediate future, I'd like something in the $20K +-$2500 range. That should be nice, serviceable, and last 5-7 years if it's a normal experience.

Yes, crap happens, but it's crazy that it was undiagnosable, the company threw me under the bus, etc. I mean, if my car had some issues and they sorted it out and shoot my hand and it didn't cost me anything, yeah, that's life, but that's not how I feel that it went.

Currently:

--2009-2010 Grand Jeep Cherokee V8/AWD/Limited or Overland (I like the amenities and the AWD system it uses and the 357hp V8)
--FJC (I like the looks)
--Toyota 4Runner (I have never seen one die. Never heard of one dying.)

That's kindof where I'm at.

Aren't the Grand Cherokees are now benz made? I thought it was made on GL chassis? I think you'll be super happy with the grand Cherokee. Only problem is that gas mileage on the v8

. Toyota 4runners are GREAT too but they hold their value like crazy. So, you may not find a newer model or low mileage with the 4 runner. My recommendation will be (out of those) is FJC (FJ Cruiser, right?). If you like what it offers and as long as you like the look (IMO, appearance is it's biggest drawback), I think you can get one brand new, no? Full bumper to bumper warranty etc. There's no way you can get x3 or x5 with 20K budget.

Red__Zed · 12-19-2013, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

You and me had our ups and down over the years and at the end you are still here. I think that says something

.

Yep, it's too bad none of the truthful, unbiased threads I posted about my issues with the car survived along with me.

AK370Z · 12-19-2013, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Yep, it's too bad none of the truthful, unbiased threads I posted about my issues with the car survived along with me.

Well, you decided to delete them? not me. I haven't deleted a single thread of yours. You're always welcome to pm me about anything without taking this thread off topic

http://www.the370z.com/images/370zforum/red_zed.PNG

Red__Zed · 12-19-2013, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Well, you decided to delete them? not me. I haven't deleted a single thread of yours. You're always welcome to pm me about anything without taking this thread off topic

http://www.the370z.com/images/370zforum/red_zed.PNG

That list misses most of the really fun threads I posted, like the service records for my fourth overheating rear diff, as well as the time I posted this article:

Best-Handling Car For Less Than $40,000: 370Z vs. Evo, Mustang GT, GTI, Miata, Mini JCW - Feature - Car and Driver

I'll PM you. Would love to see them reinstated as I don't believe any rules were broken.

AK370Z · 12-19-2013, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

That list misses most of the really fun threads I posted, like the service records for my fourth overheating rear diff, as well as the time I posted this article:

Best-Handling Car For Less Than $40,000: 370Z vs. Evo, Mustang GT, GTI, Miata, Mini JCW - Feature - Car and Driver

I'll PM you. Would love to see them reinstated as I don't believe any rules were broken.

Absolutely! if they didn't break any rules, they will be reinstated after review.

ImportConvert · 12-20-2013, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

I know Dan. I think you missed this post: Looking for an SUV

http://www.the370z.com/images/370zfo...and%20tear.JPG

I was actually shocked how much it covered. It's actually 1990 parts that's covered. So, minus the everyday wear and tear parts (tires, breake pads/rotors, clutch etc), this Gold Preferred covers everything and this is straight from oem NIssan that literally extends that bumper to bumper coverage. If tomm my engine blows up or transmission takes a crap, I don't have to spend 1 penny. Whether dealer spends $10,000 or $20,000 dollars, I don't pay anything.

Gold preferred at a glance: https://owners.nissanusa.com/content...plans/Gold.pdf

Parts in detail that's covered (first column): http://www.vadennissanprotectionplan...chart-2013.pdf

Of course I remember! Do you remember in early 09-10 when we got a oil temp threads every other day? Every car has it's ups and downs. This forum is here to discuss it all. We welcome truthful criticism just like if not MORE than any other forum. But you have to understand there's a fine difference between truthful honest criticism vs. everyone chiming in and causing a riot. We always appreciate feedback from affected owners. We have hundreds and thousands of threads where members wrote (and write everyday) about good and bad things about the z over the years. However there's a threshold or limit how far we let a thread go to prevent drama/personal attacks etc. We don't delete threads but we lock it when it gets out of control. You can use the search feature and I'm sure you'll find hundreds of oil temps threads, brake icying threads, steering lock threads, fuel starvation threads, 6spd manual vs auto

and many other topics. They are all there. Since this is a privately owned (me) forum (vs corporation run ie. Internet Brands or autoguide etc), it's run with limited manpower. So if I see a thread that's going out of control, I close it to review or come back to it at a later time. I have a life outside the forum, you know. You and me had our ups and down over the years and at the end you are still here. I think that says something

Yes they are. That's why I always tell people (those who wants peace of mind) - buy a bmw and trade it in on the 4th year for a new one and continue that cycle.

Aren't the Grand Cherokees are now benz made? I thought it was made on GL chassis? I think you'll be super happy with the grand Cherokee. Only problem is that gas mileage on the v8

. Toyota 4runners are GREAT too but they hold their value like crazy. So, you may not find a newer model or low mileage with the 4 runner. My recommendation will be (out of those) is FJC (FJ Cruiser, right?). If you like what it offers and as long as you like the look (IMO, appearance is it's biggest drawback), I think you can get one brand new, no? Full bumper to bumper warranty etc. There's no way you can get x3 or x5 with 20K budget.

The FJC holds insane value, and the 4wd loaded ones are mid 20's even with 60k miles, etc.
The GJC now is a Benz platform, but I'm not sure about '09-'10. I average 22mpg with my Z. The 16-18 that I project with the GJC, esp. Being able to run 87 in it won't bother much much.

I like the FJC looks, but they seem to have a near cult appeal to those who do, and the used prices are high, imo.

IMWEZL · 12-20-2013, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

The GJC now is a Benz platform, but I'm not sure about '09-'10. The 16-18 that I project with the GJC, esp. Being able to run 87 in it won't bother much much..

If it's the same 5.7L Hemi in the Durango I think it runs on 89 Octane. Maybe it's just the V8 Hemi's with cylinder deactivation.

Also, I think early 3rd Gen Durango's (2011s) are already in the mid-low 20's depending on the options. V8/AWD combo's exist and the styling is way better than the 2nd Gen.