New Member - Buying a 370Z

JustusN · 05-02-2013, 08:17 AM

Hello everyone,

I'm currently about to purchase a car for myself and the 370Z is what I'd like to purchase.

I thought this would be the best place to ask questions related to the car.

I live in Dubai, so it's quite warm throughout the year and I wish to take it to the track every now and then. So what are some suggested mods or perhaps even necessities?

Also, what are the costs of running the car or anything that I should know about in general?

Thanks!

Z-Girl 12 · 05-02-2013, 08:59 AM

Welcome...please use the search feature you will find a world of info.

6MT · 05-02-2013, 09:54 AM

Hi

fonzo179 · 05-02-2013, 10:16 AM

Welcome!

Well, if you're gonna take it to the track, look into some STILLEN parts for handling and forced induction. I would honestly stick with MISHIMOTO for the oil cooling system upgrade. Not sure if you're running nitrous for the dragstrip, but NOS systems tend to fit well and run well with stock Z cars.

As far as cost...umm my Z costs about $55.00 USD to fill with 91 octane fuel. Maintenance is usually just a $75.00 oil change every 4000 miles. The 370Z is well put-together. You shouldn't run into maintenance issues the first 2-3 years.

Since it's warm there, stick with a simple wheel company, maybe XXR? They have General G-Max tires that handle well in the heat, and are easily interchangeable with other XXR wheels.

Also look into a SEIBON carbon fiber hood and that hi power exhaust by HKS. This reduction is weight should help your lap times. If you don't plan on pushing your Z upwards of 120 miles a hour, don't bother with a rear spoiler or wing. But if so, CARBON CREATIONS makes a nice low-profile wing that helps with handling.

Lastly, expect to spend some money ($75-$200 USD) for random installation fees if you plan on having someone else install your stuff for you. Small, local shops tend to shy away from altering the 370Z for concern about damaging such a pretty machine. Hope this helps!

2010ZilverZ · 05-02-2013, 10:54 AM

Wel-come aboard ...

Juice14 · 05-02-2013, 12:25 PM

welcome. yo REALLY REALLY need to get the biggest oil cooler possible. I live in the caribeean and I have the 34 row cooler and sometimes is not enough. In Dubai might be the same story or worse

05-02-2013, 08:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
JustusN Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Dubai Posts: 1 Drives: - Rep Power: 12	New Member - Buying a 370Z Hello everyone, I'm currently about to purchase a car for myself and the 370Z is what I'd like to purchase. I thought this would be the best place to ask questions related to the car. I live in Dubai, so it's quite warm throughout the year and I wish to take it to the track every now and then. So what are some suggested mods or perhaps even necessities? Also, what are the costs of running the car or anything that I should know about in general? Thanks!

05-02-2013, 08:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
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05-02-2013, 09:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
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05-02-2013, 10:16 AM	#4 (permalink)
fonzo179 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: A Fantasy World Posts: 1,707 Drives: 2014 Audi Q5 3.0T Rep Power: 20	Welcome! Well, if you're gonna take it to the track, look into some STILLEN parts for handling and forced induction. I would honestly stick with MISHIMOTO for the oil cooling system upgrade. Not sure if you're running nitrous for the dragstrip, but NOS systems tend to fit well and run well with stock Z cars. As far as cost...umm my Z costs about $55.00 USD to fill with 91 octane fuel. Maintenance is usually just a $75.00 oil change every 4000 miles. The 370Z is well put-together. You shouldn't run into maintenance issues the first 2-3 years. Since it's warm there, stick with a simple wheel company, maybe XXR? They have General G-Max tires that handle well in the heat, and are easily interchangeable with other XXR wheels. Also look into a SEIBON carbon fiber hood and that hi power exhaust by HKS. This reduction is weight should help your lap times. If you don't plan on pushing your Z upwards of 120 miles a hour, don't bother with a rear spoiler or wing. But if so, CARBON CREATIONS makes a nice low-profile wing that helps with handling. Lastly, expect to spend some money ($75-$200 USD) for random installation fees if you plan on having someone else install your stuff for you. Small, local shops tend to shy away from altering the 370Z for concern about damaging such a pretty machine. Hope this helps!

05-02-2013, 10:54 AM	#5 (permalink)
2010ZilverZ Track Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 699 Drives: Like a bat outa hell Rep Power: 14	Wel-come aboard ...

05-02-2013, 12:25 PM	#6 (permalink)
Juice14 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: International Posts: 132 Drives: Red 370Z Rep Power: 14	welcome. yo REALLY REALLY need to get the biggest oil cooler possible. I live in the caribeean and I have the 34 row cooler and sometimes is not enough. In Dubai might be the same story or worse