I'm a Noob. Read this!

uMadeBro · 05-07-2012, 10:54 PM

Howdy!
My names is Brandon and I'm pretty sure I am going to get a 370Z. I just am on the fence between the rx-8 and the Z. A while back I was thinking about the GTI, but its fairly costly for all the options I want AND the barely better fuel mileage hardly justifies how sluggish that car was when I test drove. So I guess I am writing this to ask the stuff the dealer won't tell me. What is the real mileage I should be expecting, I have read about 20 mpg which is better than my current vehicle. I was also wondering how these guys hold up over time, and how much upkeep and repairs will cost me. The GTI was insane to service once the warranty was up so thats another reason I think I am over that. Oh and btw this will be my first sports car! I am so amped to get out of my smaller truck. But I plan on keeping my next car for a long time so I'm hoping to hear some good news!
Cheers!

LakeShow · 05-07-2012, 11:42 PM

A GTI loaded will be around a base 370z starting.

6MT · 05-08-2012, 12:08 AM

Hi

Z_bro · 05-08-2012, 05:22 AM

You will go through tires llike water....Thats if you are driving your z correctl!

i have the sport model and I just replace my rear tires and you are talking $900. Also you have to think about what customizing you want. I am about $10k in and that is just cosmetics paint, srpings, camberkit, spacers, alpine everything, two tone leather seats, etc! Now I am working on intake and exhaust.

Welcome Z_bro

Quote:

Originally Posted by uMadeBro

Howdy!
My names is Brandon and I'm pretty sure I am going to get a 370Z. I just am on the fence between the rx-8 and the Z. A while back I was thinking about the GTI, but its fairly costly for all the options I want AND the barely better fuel mileage hardly justifies how sluggish that car was when I test drove. So I guess I am writing this to ask the stuff the dealer won't tell me. What is the real mileage I should be expecting, I have read about 20 mpg which is better than my current vehicle. I was also wondering how these guys hold up over time, and how much upkeep and repairs will cost me. The GTI was insane to service once the warranty was up so thats another reason I think I am over that. Oh and btw this will be my first sports car! I am so amped to get out of my smaller truck. But I plan on keeping my next car for a long time so I'm hoping to hear some good news!
Cheers!

Zoren 370 · 05-08-2012, 05:24 AM

Hi Brandon once you drive the Z you will forget or won't mind about fuel cost and repairs its always a thrill to drive and the desire to modify it is so irresistible like an addiction.
I drive my Z early morning on weekends for no reason at all just wanted to experience the rush of adrenaline. Its like a bullet train!

Disclaimer: Be a safe and responsible driver use your common sense.

So what are you waiting for buy the Z and lets hit it on in the forums!

bigaudiofanat · 05-08-2012, 08:16 AM

With the maintenance costs of a VW I would go with the nissan.

Pauly · 05-08-2012, 08:53 AM

i get like 23 mpg with spirited driving. about 28 just cruising around. doubt you will regret getting a 370

Pauly · 05-08-2012, 08:55 AM

oh and the Z is much faster than the rx-8, but im sure you knew that already

twinturbonet · 05-08-2012, 08:57 AM

The only respectable "RX" ends with a 7. Get on that Z!

370ZilverZ · 05-08-2012, 08:59 AM

Why are you wanting a sports car and so concerned about MPG?

uMadeBro · 05-08-2012, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370ZilverZ

Why are you wanting a sports car and so concerned about MPG?

Well im not going to cry over a few mpg less but i am just trying to figure out what the car is going to cost on a yearly basis including gas, upkeep, repairs etc. I pretty much am sold on this car but I want to know if there are any serious issues with this car when it gets over 50, 60, or 70 k miles.
thanks for all the feedback tho!

Th3 On3 · 05-08-2012, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pauly

i get like 23 mpg with spirited driving. about 28 just cruising around. doubt you will regret getting a 370

^^^x2 I get on avg about 23 which isn't bad for what my car does ^_^

A friend of mine has a wrx n he get less gas mileage and is slower

Vertigo · 05-08-2012, 01:10 PM

I have a Z and an R32. The VW is my DD though and the MPG is pretty close to my base Z, tbh.

supunna_picta · 05-08-2012, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Th3 On3

A friend of mine has a wrx n he get less gas mileage and is slower

Must be an older WRX and/or he doesn't know how to drive.

Get the Z over the RX for performance and mileage, over the GTI for maintenance and unique factor.

bdavis89 · 05-08-2012, 01:34 PM

Don't waste your time on an rx-8. The rotaries die at 100k.

I also considered the gti ,my second choice in fact. Its a blast for a DD, but if you want a sports car go 370z.

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05-07-2012, 10:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
uMadeBro Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: orange county Posts: 14 Drives: 06 honda ridgeline Rep Power: 13	I'm a Noob. Read this! Howdy! My names is Brandon and I'm pretty sure I am going to get a 370Z. I just am on the fence between the rx-8 and the Z. A while back I was thinking about the GTI, but its fairly costly for all the options I want AND the barely better fuel mileage hardly justifies how sluggish that car was when I test drove. So I guess I am writing this to ask the stuff the dealer won't tell me. What is the real mileage I should be expecting, I have read about 20 mpg which is better than my current vehicle. I was also wondering how these guys hold up over time, and how much upkeep and repairs will cost me. The GTI was insane to service once the warranty was up so thats another reason I think I am over that. Oh and btw this will be my first sports car! I am so amped to get out of my smaller truck. But I plan on keeping my next car for a long time so I'm hoping to hear some good news! Cheers!

05-07-2012, 11:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 25	A GTI loaded will be around a base 370z starting. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

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6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1790	Hi __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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Pauly Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lafayette, La Posts: 645 Drives: and parks Rep Power: 14	i get like 23 mpg with spirited driving. about 28 just cruising around. doubt you will regret getting a 370 __________________ Gun Metallic 2012 370 Z 7AT

05-08-2012, 05:24 AM	#5 (permalink)
Zoren 370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: FL Posts: 11,018 Drives: 11 Nissan 370 M6 Rep Power: 1913653	Hi Brandon once you drive the Z you will forget or won't mind about fuel cost and repairs its always a thrill to drive and the desire to modify it is so irresistible like an addiction. I drive my Z early morning on weekends for no reason at all just wanted to experience the rush of adrenaline. Its like a bullet train! Disclaimer: Be a safe and responsible driver use your common sense. So what are you waiting for buy the Z and lets hit it on in the forums!

05-08-2012, 08:55 AM	#8 (permalink)
Pauly Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lafayette, La Posts: 645 Drives: and parks Rep Power: 14	oh and the Z is much faster than the rx-8, but im sure you knew that already __________________ Gun Metallic 2012 370 Z 7AT

05-08-2012, 08:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
twinturbonet Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Miami, FL Age: 41 Posts: 335 Drives: 11' Z #024 - SFZCC Rep Power: 13	The only respectable "RX" ends with a 7. Get on that Z! __________________

05-08-2012, 08:59 AM	#10 (permalink)
370ZilverZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: DFW, TX Age: 67 Posts: 2,321 Drives: '11 BMW Z4 Rep Power: 18	Why are you wanting a sports car and so concerned about MPG? __________________ 370ZilverZ Journal BMW Z4

05-08-2012, 01:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
Vertigo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 15,476 Drives: 370z / R32 Rep Power: 220	I have a Z and an R32. The VW is my DD though and the MPG is pretty close to my base Z, tbh.

05-08-2012, 01:34 PM	#15 (permalink)
bdavis89 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 586 Drives: '10 370Z PW Auto Rep Power: 15	Don't waste your time on an rx-8. The rotaries die at 100k. I also considered the gti ,my second choice in fact. Its a blast for a DD, but if you want a sports car go 370z. Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk __________________ 2010 Pearl White Touring Sport Package \| Navigation \| 7 Speed Automatic

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