Hello from a prospective new owner

daimon1313 · 09-13-2010, 11:17 PM

So I came across the forum today and I have to say I can't believe what an incredible resource this entire site is.

I've spent the past decade in the military and I'm moving onto a new career with a significant pay raise. I've decided that you only live once, why not get a badass car that you can show off, be proud of, mod it a bit and make it your own and just have some awesome fun while driving it (which is most important).

I've decided my price range for a new car was $40k-$50k. I've waffled on exactly what I was looking for, whether it was a sports sedan or a straight up sports car. I've looked at the Audi A6, the BMW 3 and 5 series, the Mercedes, even looked at the Jaguar XF (which is way too much money). Yet none of them really gave me that "wow" factor, especially the BMW's since it seems that everyone has one.

So, for me, it came down to two cars. The 2011 Mustang 5.0 GT and the 2010 Nissan 370Z. I've heavily researched both and while the big ol' engine in the GT is certainly tempting, ultimately I was pulled to the Z. Here's why...

I grew up around Z cars. My first car was a 1978 Datsun 280Z, stock. My dad had a 78 of his own that he rebuilt and modified when I was really young. I used to go to ZCOT meetings all the time in Dallas as a kid and I went to six ZCCA conventions in the 1990's. I've always loved Z cars and it just feels natural that when I've gotten to the point I could afford one, this is the car I should get.

I'm still about six months or so from buying my Z, since I want to save up enough to knock the payments down a bit. It's going to be a very long six months, but I know it's going to be worth it.

Right now I'm leaning towards the NISMO, although I'm praying there's a 40th edition still available (although this won't happen). I'm planning on adding an aftermarket NAV and audio system. I know for a fact I'll be using every page of this forum for help along the way.

Glad to be here.

SoCal 370Z · 09-14-2010, 12:26 AM

Sounds like you've worked-up a great plan to land one!

Trips · 09-14-2010, 12:27 AM

Welcome!

m4a1mustang · 09-14-2010, 12:29 AM

Welcome to the boards!

You narrowed your hunt down to two great cars. You can't go wrong with either one.

Just last week I traded my 370Z in on a 2011 Mustang GT so I'm sure you and I probably think along the same lines. If you have any questions about how the two cars compare, feel free to PM me!

daimon1313 · 09-14-2010, 01:10 AM

Thanks guys!

vividracing · 09-14-2010, 12:19 PM

welcome to the forum! good luck on finding a great deal on a Nismo or a 40th!

370Zsteve · 09-14-2010, 12:22 PM

Sounds like a smart man

09-13-2010, 11:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
daimon1313 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 56 Drives: '10 Hyundai Rep Power: 15	Hello from a prospective new owner So I came across the forum today and I have to say I can't believe what an incredible resource this entire site is. I've spent the past decade in the military and I'm moving onto a new career with a significant pay raise. I've decided that you only live once, why not get a badass car that you can show off, be proud of, mod it a bit and make it your own and just have some awesome fun while driving it (which is most important). I've decided my price range for a new car was $40k-$50k. I've waffled on exactly what I was looking for, whether it was a sports sedan or a straight up sports car. I've looked at the Audi A6, the BMW 3 and 5 series, the Mercedes, even looked at the Jaguar XF (which is way too much money). Yet none of them really gave me that "wow" factor, especially the BMW's since it seems that everyone has one. So, for me, it came down to two cars. The 2011 Mustang 5.0 GT and the 2010 Nissan 370Z. I've heavily researched both and while the big ol' engine in the GT is certainly tempting, ultimately I was pulled to the Z. Here's why... I grew up around Z cars. My first car was a 1978 Datsun 280Z, stock. My dad had a 78 of his own that he rebuilt and modified when I was really young. I used to go to ZCOT meetings all the time in Dallas as a kid and I went to six ZCCA conventions in the 1990's. I've always loved Z cars and it just feels natural that when I've gotten to the point I could afford one, this is the car I should get. I'm still about six months or so from buying my Z, since I want to save up enough to knock the payments down a bit. It's going to be a very long six months, but I know it's going to be worth it. Right now I'm leaning towards the NISMO, although I'm praying there's a 40th edition still available (although this won't happen). I'm planning on adding an aftermarket NAV and audio system. I know for a fact I'll be using every page of this forum for help along the way. Glad to be here. __________________ Saving up now for a NISMO 40th Anniversary. Hopefully. Maybe. We'll see. Definitely a Z though.

09-14-2010, 12:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	Sounds like you've worked-up a great plan to land one! __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

09-14-2010, 12:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Welcome! __________________

09-14-2010, 12:29 AM	#4 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Welcome to the boards! You narrowed your hunt down to two great cars. You can't go wrong with either one. Just last week I traded my 370Z in on a 2011 Mustang GT so I'm sure you and I probably think along the same lines. If you have any questions about how the two cars compare, feel free to PM me! __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

09-14-2010, 01:10 AM	#5 (permalink)
daimon1313 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 56 Drives: '10 Hyundai Rep Power: 15	Thanks guys! __________________ Saving up now for a NISMO 40th Anniversary. Hopefully. Maybe. We'll see. Definitely a Z though.

09-14-2010, 12:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 39	welcome to the forum! good luck on finding a great deal on a Nismo or a 40th! __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

09-14-2010, 12:22 PM	#7 (permalink)
370Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Gold Coast CT Posts: 10,599 Drives: 2019 Corvette G.S. Rep Power: 43	Sounds like a smart man __________________ SOLD MY Z MARCH 2018 - another Core OG moves on - new ride 2019 Z Corvette Grand Sport - no mods necessary but already have eyes on HFC and intakes LOL IT NEVER ENDS.

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