I want a 370Z

64voxac30 · 02-06-2015, 08:49 AM

And that's why I'm here - to learn what I can from all of you guys. I've had an Acura RSX-S for 8 years, and now it's time for a big upgrade.

Mythic · 02-06-2015, 08:56 AM

Welcome, the 370z will be quite an upgrade

Kaldaien · 02-06-2015, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Mythic

Welcome, the 370z will be quite an upgrade

Wow, you're not kidding.

I never knew the RSX was so underwhelming performance wise until I just looked at its specs. It was used in the Rolex Sports Car series (obviously a different version of the car) for many years, so I figured it had some sort of performance pedigree. But it seems to be about par with the defunct Altima Coupe.

Kind of a weird model to be branded Acura, but who am I to judge Honda?

Anyway, welcome.

Array · 02-06-2015, 04:15 PM

Welcome, Are you planning new or used?

noir_fairlady · 02-06-2015, 05:02 PM

As someone who recently joined the club, I would recommend looking at 2011-2013 used. Seems to be the sweet spot for low mileage/priced 370Z's. I personally didn't need to have brand new. Condition/mileage in relation to price was more of my concern.

Nevertheless, good luck in your search! I love this car.

64voxac30 · 02-06-2015, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Array

Welcome, Are you planning new or used?

I'm definitely planning used, and hopefully one already modded - Flushnismo's in the classifieds looks amazing. I used to love working on cars, but my job takes so much time, I just can't do it anymore. But, I can still appreciate driving a great car.

The best thing I've driven lately is a 2004 Viper Mamba with intake and exhaust mods, and properly tuned - it belongs to my boss, and it is ridiculously powerful.

1st · 02-06-2015, 10:13 PM

The Rsx Type S is a awesome car if built correctly.

Array · 02-07-2015, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 64voxac30

I'm definitely planning used, and hopefully one already modded - Flushnismo's in the classifieds looks amazing. I used to love working on cars, but my job takes so much time, I just can't do it anymore. But, I can still appreciate driving a great car.

The best thing I've driven lately is a 2004 Viper Mamba with intake and exhaust mods, and properly tuned - it belongs to my boss, and it is ridiculously powerful.

I would kill to drive something like that.. but I have plenty of time in life!

Good luck on your search sir

Enjoy the site, I know I have!

HEK · 02-07-2015, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 1st

The Rsx Type S is a awesome car if built correctly.

Welcome and I too had a 2002 RSX-S which if it wasn't because of the ricers and wifey getting mad when she drove it around town that no matter who it was as long as it had a coffee can exhaust would rev up to get her attention, later moving to an 2005 A-Spec TL manual that was an awesome family car now being wifey and I I had to get my dream 2 seater Z... you wont regret it...

Tadpole · 02-07-2015, 09:11 AM

Welcome and good luck in your search for a Z!

Be prepared for insurance rate shock!

Jimbo370 · 02-07-2015, 11:18 AM

My insurance is about $1000 a yr for a single 40 yr old no tickets just for a reference. the 2009 had some problems like steering wheel lock and expensive clutch repair which followed into the 2010 I believe so ask about repair. Most z owners are taking care of their cars so used shouldn't be problem. good info on this site and most members are very nice. gas mileage is around 25 mpg and tires don't seem to last long so figure that into your budget along with modding. Welcome

64voxac30 · 02-07-2015, 11:37 AM

Thanks alot guys. My insurance will increase only slightly and I'm not too worried about MPG since 95% of my driving is a straight shot to and from work on the interstate at a fairly constant speed.

Jordo! · 02-07-2015, 02:49 PM

This will inspire a few gasps of shock but, my humble advice is:

Test drive a FR-S first.

Here's why I say that; I previously owned a Celica GT-S (heavily modified to handle and also SC'd, FWIW), which is a close cousin to the RSX. My original plan was to get an FR-S -- a nimble, RWD car with potential for boost --when it was time for a tearful parting with the Celica, but the damn thing hadn't been released yet.

So, needing a new car and wanting a sportscar, I managed to make a deal work out for the 370Z, and 10 sec into my test drive I stopped missing the Celica.

That said, the Z will NOT feel as nimble as the RSX (or the FR-S or a MX-5). It will DECIMATE both in every metric (other than weight), but it will not feel the same way. I LOVE my Z, and have never looked back -- so much so, that when I wrecked the first one, the second the insurance check cleared, I went and got another one.

And yet, there is something to be said for a nimble little car... if I can swing it, the next car after the Z may very well be an Alpha 4C (the best of all worlds, minus, perhaps, reliability... we'll see...)

Again, the Z is a completely different class of car, so this is a matter of qualia. Performance metrics aside, the FR-S will feel nimble and the Z will feel powerful. If this is even a remote consideration for you, considering the prices on gently used versions of each will not be wildly different, I recommend test driving both.

This is, BTW, an ever so slightly different version of what I would recommend someone to think about who was, say, cross shopping between a Z and a Mustang. It's a similar set of trade-offs.

DADNKID · 02-07-2015, 11:59 PM

I have also had a RSX-S. I loved it. But something about the 370 Z just make you feel like a grown up LOL

rooftop · 02-08-2015, 12:03 AM

Good luck

02-06-2015, 08:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
64voxac30 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Birmingham Posts: 4 Drives: Acura RSX-S Rep Power: 10	I want a 370Z And that's why I'm here - to learn what I can from all of you guys. I've had an Acura RSX-S for 8 years, and now it's time for a big upgrade.

02-06-2015, 08:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mythic Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Live Oak Fl Posts: 223 Drives: 2010 Nismo 370Z Rep Power: 15	Welcome, the 370z will be quite an upgrade __________________ *2010 Nismo 370z* - Magnetic Black, again *2009 Nismo* 370Z** SOLD

02-06-2015, 05:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
noir_fairlady Base Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Je ne sais pas. Posts: 18 Drives: 2013 370Z MB 6M Rep Power: 11	As someone who recently joined the club, I would recommend looking at 2011-2013 used. Seems to be the sweet spot for low mileage/priced 370Z's. I personally didn't need to have brand new. Condition/mileage in relation to price was more of my concern. Nevertheless, good luck in your search! I love this car. Zbrah likes this.

02-07-2015, 09:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
Tadpole A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lockhart, TX Posts: 1,082 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z A7 Rep Power: 18	Welcome and good luck in your search for a Z! Be prepared for insurance rate shock! __________________ Takeda TR3009P Short Ram Intakes, Custom Dual Exhaust, X-Piped with 18" Resonators & TopSpeed Axle Backs. EVO-R Led Third Foglight,

02-07-2015, 02:49 PM	#13 (permalink)
Jordo! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: nirvana Posts: 6,394 Drives: 2023 NATM Rep Power: 418	This will inspire a few gasps of shock but, my humble advice is: Test drive a FR-S first. Here's why I say that; I previously owned a Celica GT-S (heavily modified to handle and also SC'd, FWIW), which is a close cousin to the RSX. My original plan was to get an FR-S -- a nimble, RWD car with potential for boost --when it was time for a tearful parting with the Celica, but the damn thing hadn't been released yet. So, needing a new car and wanting a sportscar, I managed to make a deal work out for the 370Z, and 10 sec into my test drive I stopped missing the Celica. That said, the Z will NOT feel as nimble as the RSX (or the FR-S or a MX-5). It will DECIMATE both in every metric (other than weight), but it will not feel the same way. I LOVE my Z, and have never looked back -- so much so, that when I wrecked the first one, the second the insurance check cleared, I went and got another one. And yet, there is something to be said for a nimble little car... if I can swing it, the next car after the Z may very well be an Alpha 4C (the best of all worlds, minus, perhaps, reliability... we'll see...) Again, the Z is a completely different class of car, so this is a matter of qualia. Performance metrics aside, the FR-S will feel nimble and the Z will feel powerful. If this is even a remote consideration for you, considering the prices on gently used versions of each will not be wildly different, I recommend test driving both. This is, BTW, an ever so slightly different version of what I would recommend someone to think about who was, say, cross shopping between a Z and a Mustang. It's a similar set of trade-offs. jpkirk likes this. __________________ Enjoy it. Destroy it. Last edited by Jordo!; 02-07-2015 at 02:51 PM.

02-06-2015, 04:15 PM	#4 (permalink)
Array Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: home.jpg Posts: 286 Drives: '12 Pearly White Rep Power: 11	Welcome, Are you planning new or used?

02-06-2015, 10:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
1st A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: I 80 Biz U.S. 50 Posts: 1,710 Drives: Platinum Z Rep Power: 1616	The Rsx Type S is a awesome car if built correctly.

02-07-2015, 11:18 AM	#11 (permalink)
Jimbo370 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 466 Drives: 09 black 370z MT Rep Power: 11	My insurance is about $1000 a yr for a single 40 yr old no tickets just for a reference. the 2009 had some problems like steering wheel lock and expensive clutch repair which followed into the 2010 I believe so ask about repair. Most z owners are taking care of their cars so used shouldn't be problem. good info on this site and most members are very nice. gas mileage is around 25 mpg and tires don't seem to last long so figure that into your budget along with modding. Welcome

02-07-2015, 11:37 AM	#12 (permalink)
64voxac30 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Birmingham Posts: 4 Drives: Acura RSX-S Rep Power: 10	Thanks alot guys. My insurance will increase only slightly and I'm not too worried about MPG since 95% of my driving is a straight shot to and from work on the interstate at a fairly constant speed.

02-07-2015, 11:59 PM	#14 (permalink)
DADNKID Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Northern Ca Posts: 5 Drives: soon to be 370z Rep Power: 10	I have also had a RSX-S. I loved it. But something about the 370 Z just make you feel like a grown up LOL

02-08-2015, 12:03 AM	#15 (permalink)
rooftop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: roof Age: 13 Posts: 5,704 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 129043	Good luck __________________