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7midgits · 06-04-2016, 12:59 AM

In the past few years i have had two c6 Corvettes (Not enamoured with GM Service) A 2012 Mazda Mx 5 SE (nice but felt too much like a cheap goKart. So here I am researching the z Cars.... Will be looking at reliability as well as modern creature comforts (Also looking at the RC350)

SouthArk370Z · 06-04-2016, 05:37 AM

I really enjoyed my '09 Touring AT when I had it. Plenty of power, great handling, and nice amenities. All-in-all, they seem to be very reliable. I got rid of mine because I couldn't find anyone to work on it in my area (similar to your GM complaint).

The CSCs on the MTs are prone to failure but, going by what I've read on here, the 3rd party replacement CSCs do quite well. The steering lock (ESCL) on early YMs is flaky but can be disabled fairly easily.

If this site's search function doesn't work well for you, try any of the major search engines and add "site:the370z.com" to your search string. Eg, https://duckduckgo.com/?q=CSC+site%3Athe370z.com

barncobob · 06-04-2016, 06:14 AM

67, retired, sold my 997 to get 16 Sport auto, great car, plenty fast, little hard to get in/out but U are used to that.Only me so I don't worry about roominess..I would be looking at the Touring model, leather and heated seats.

7midgits · 06-04-2016, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

I really enjoyed my '09 Touring AT when I had it. Plenty of power, great handling, and nice amenities. All-in-all, they seem to be very reliable. I got rid of mine because I couldn't find anyone to work on it in my area (similar to your GM complaint).

The CSCs on the MTs are prone to failure but, going by what I've read on here, the 3rd party replacement CSCs do quite well. The steering lock (ESCL) on early YMs is flaky but can be disabled fairly easily.

If this site's search function doesn't work well for you, try any of the major search engines and add "site:the370z.com" to your search string. Eg, https://duckduckgo.com/?q=CSC+site%3Athe370z.com

I will be getting an AT if I decide on the Nissan. I am over clutches. My first Vette was a MT. Hated it Second an AT and the MX 5 and G37 were ATs . But I don't do track days or Autocross. I like not having a clutch.

MagmaRed370z · 06-04-2016, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 7midgits

I will be getting an AT if I decide on the Nissan. I am over clutches. My first Vette was a MT. Hated it Second an AT and the MX 5 and G37 were ATs . But I don't do track days or Autocross. I like not having a clutch.

I highly recommend getting the 370z with Sport package. Very fun, plenty fast and very reliable (newer years w. AT).

axmea? · 06-04-2016, 09:04 PM

Get the sport touring or whatever it is called for the newer models. Expect and plan for the CSC (mt) and differential bushing to fail. The motor and tranny will last a long time.

7midgits · 06-05-2016, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Get the sport touring or whatever it is called for the newer models. Expect and plan for the CSC (mt) and differential bushing to fail. The motor and tranny will last a long time.

No MTs for me. I prefer the Automatic, Hate clutching,My first Vette was a Manual. I sold it after five months and bought an AT with paddles. Same with the G37 and Miata.... The driving experience for me is all good with an Automatic.

axmea? · 06-05-2016, 12:26 AM

Ok then. Rowing is not for everyone.
If you decide to go with the Z be ready. It is a ________ magnet.

old guy · 06-05-2016, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Ok then. Rowing is not for everyone.
If you decide to go with the Z be ready. It is a ________ magnet.

Not that there's anything wrong with that!

barncobob · 06-05-2016, 06:32 AM

the only thing my MB Z attracts is DUST.

OldGuyFla · 06-05-2016, 08:13 AM

You won't be sorry about a 7AT with paddles, I love mine. I had always had sticks but I too am retired & old (69).

7midgits · 06-05-2016, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by axmea?

Ok then. Rowing is not for everyone.
If you decide to go with the Z be ready. It is a ________ magnet.

I will be sure to tell the wife LOL.......My Corvettes were a chick magnet as well. LOL

axmea? · 06-05-2016, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 7midgits

I will be sure to tell the wife LOL.......My Corvettes were a chick magnet as well. LOL

not what I meant but ok. That'll work too.

HulaGirl · 06-08-2016, 03:52 PM

Welcome to the forum!

cigarclifford · 06-08-2016, 03:55 PM

Welcome to the 370Z forum

-Clifford

06-04-2016, 12:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
7midgits Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Murrells Inlet Posts: 10 Drives: 08 C6 Z51/12 Miata Rep Power: 11	61 retired and crossing off bucket list cars In the past few years i have had two c6 Corvettes (Not enamoured with GM Service) A 2012 Mazda Mx 5 SE (nice but felt too much like a cheap goKart. So here I am researching the z Cars.... Will be looking at reliability as well as modern creature comforts (Also looking at the RC350) Last edited by 7midgits; 06-05-2016 at 04:56 PM.

06-04-2016, 05:37 AM	#2 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	I really enjoyed my '09 Touring AT when I had it. Plenty of power, great handling, and nice amenities. All-in-all, they seem to be very reliable. I got rid of mine because I couldn't find anyone to work on it in my area (similar to your GM complaint). The CSCs on the MTs are prone to failure but, going by what I've read on here, the 3rd party replacement CSCs do quite well. The steering lock (ESCL) on early YMs is flaky but can be disabled fairly easily. If this site's search function doesn't work well for you, try any of the major search engines and add "site:the370z.com" to your search string. Eg, https://duckduckgo.com/?q=CSC+site%3Athe370z.com cigarclifford and 7midgits like this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

06-04-2016, 06:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
barncobob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: hangtown, CA Posts: 1,164 Drives: 16 370Z auto Rep Power: 590	67, retired, sold my 997 to get 16 Sport auto, great car, plenty fast, little hard to get in/out but U are used to that.Only me so I don't worry about roominess..I would be looking at the Touring model, leather and heated seats. 7midgits and old guy like this.

06-04-2016, 09:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,236 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53241	Get the sport touring or whatever it is called for the newer models. Expect and plan for the CSC (mt) and differential bushing to fail. The motor and tranny will last a long time. __________________ >MyZ's Album< NISMO Convert/ECUTEK/Takeda CAI/F.I. HFC NR CB Carbon/F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler/4.08 Final Drive /Powertrix+Swifts/Hotchkis/SPL/Whiteline/TWM/Zoom Engineering/EVO-R/AeroJacket Vented CF Fenders + CF Spoiler/Avant Garde-WORK/NST/Morimoto Halo/STi Clear Lenses/Carbon Signal Automotive/RJM Performance/ZSpeed Clutch Flywheel CSC delete

06-05-2016, 12:26 AM	#8 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,236 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53241	Ok then. Rowing is not for everyone. If you decide to go with the Z be ready. It is a ________ magnet. __________________ >MyZ's Album< NISMO Convert/ECUTEK/Takeda CAI/F.I. HFC NR CB Carbon/F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler/4.08 Final Drive /Powertrix+Swifts/Hotchkis/SPL/Whiteline/TWM/Zoom Engineering/EVO-R/AeroJacket Vented CF Fenders + CF Spoiler/Avant Garde-WORK/NST/Morimoto Halo/STi Clear Lenses/Carbon Signal Automotive/RJM Performance/ZSpeed Clutch Flywheel CSC delete

06-05-2016, 06:32 AM	#10 (permalink)
barncobob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: hangtown, CA Posts: 1,164 Drives: 16 370Z auto Rep Power: 590	the only thing my MB Z attracts is DUST. MagmaRed370z likes this.

06-05-2016, 08:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
OldGuyFla A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Indian Lake Estates Fl Posts: 1,049 Drives: 14 370Z TS Roadster Rep Power: 19128	You won't be sorry about a 7AT with paddles, I love mine. I had always had sticks but I too am retired & old (69). MagmaRed370z, 7midgits and Ramage like this. __________________

06-08-2016, 03:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
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