Finally!

Ryu · 01-01-2014, 05:31 PM

Well it took a while to get approved on this forum but glad to be here. Right now, I'm debating between a 370z and a BRZ to purchase a couple months from now so I'm doing a bit of research on both. I love the Z but the BRZ fits more into my budget.. But hopefully I can get a decent deal for a Z with sports package (as I have noticed many people here recommending over the base). Hope I can learn a few things on this forum when it comes down to what to expect, which year is the best, and all the other misc. stuff before making a decision.

sparky · 01-01-2014, 05:36 PM

Welcome aboard

Why did it take a while to get approved? Are you a

TerribleONE · 01-01-2014, 05:54 PM

You have to be approved?

Welcome! Definitely recommend a 370 if your budget allows it

Ryu · 01-01-2014, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sparky

Welcome aboard

Why did it take a while to get approved? Are you a

haha not at all! No idea why

Said something like I had to be approved manually.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TerribleONE

You have to be approved?

Welcome! Definitely recommend a 370 if your budget allows it

That's what happened to me before I can start posting

Was going on for a week.

Is the Z base and Z sports package that much different?

Wonka2581 · 01-01-2014, 08:45 PM

1st off dont go knocking the base! I have a base and to me there is no point in getting a sport package. I intended on changing all the parts out with better upgrades, (why would I pay twice for parts) But if you are not planing on doing much mdding I would go with the sports package. And I would not settle for the BRZ...

6MT · 01-01-2014, 06:20 PM

Hi

mab864 · 01-01-2014, 09:37 PM

The BRZ is a nice car... it was my second favorite after driving every sport and muscle car under $40K. But it is too slow. It badly needs a turbo. If it came in an STI model it would be a real player. Until then, I'd stay away. You will get bored with a NA 2 liter motor. The Z lacks a little in driver feel but over all performance and especially straight line performance is a whole different level. Nissan just lowered the MSRP on '14's by 3K mostly to compete with the BRZ. For low 30's you can get a '14 base Z with the sport package. You get a lot more car for you $$$ with the Z. A limited BRZ is close to 30K and it needs a $5K Vortech and then it still wouldn't have the balls of a stock Z. Good luck with your choice. I struggled with the same choice in September last year and choose the Z. I'm glad I did.

Ryu · 01-01-2014, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonka2581

1st off dont go knocking the base! I have a base and to me there is no point in getting a sport package. I intended on changing all the parts out with better upgrades, (why would I pay twice for parts) But if you are not planing on doing much mdding I would go with the sports package. And I would not settle for the BRZ...

haha sorry! Yeah, I have no "intention" of modding it so I think I would be better off with the sports package, though the base is more affordable for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mab864

The BRZ is a nice car... it was my second favorite after driving every sport and muscle car under $40K. But it is too slow. It badly needs a turbo. If it came in an STI model it would be a real player. Until then, I'd stay away. You will get bored with a NA 2 liter motor. The Z lacks a little in driver feel but over all performance and especially straight line performance is a whole different level. Nissan just lowered the MSRP on '14's by 3K mostly to compete with the BRZ. For low 30's you can get a '14 base Z with the sport package. You get a lot more car for you $$$ with the Z. A limited BRZ is close to 30K and it needs a $5K Vortech and then it still wouldn't have the balls of a stock Z. Good luck with your choice. I struggled with the same choice in September last year and choose the Z. I'm glad I did.

I agree with you, I test drove both cars and fell in love with the Z. Although the BRZ is nice, only thing is the power. Felt like a dog. But both cars have their pro's and cons which is what I'm looking into right now. Also, I think the Z is at the end of its cycle so I'm not sure when the new model will be coming out.

madmike23 · 01-02-2014, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryu

...I agree with you, I test drove both cars and fell in love with the Z. Although the BRZ is nice, only thing is the power. Felt like a dog. But both cars have their pro's and cons which is what I'm looking into right now. Also, I think the Z is at the end of its cycle so I'm not sure when the new model will be coming out.

And the interior is butt ugly!!! I almost purchased the BRZ Limited. I'm glad I didn't. The price of the BRZ Limited + new wheels & tires (cause the stock wheels are whimpy) + new exhaust (cause the tips & sound isn't great)... pretty much equals a 370Z. So might as well buy a base and save some money. Many of us, including me, can live without the sport package. It's still handles great and a pleasure to drive.

Ryu · 01-05-2014, 05:18 PM

Well I believe the color I want is Monterey Blue but I think the year it ends is 09-2012? Then the 2013 model brings out the Midnight Blue? Can someone confirm this? It seems as if both those colors are kind of rare to find.

And the difference between the refresh in 2013 is:

• LED daytime running lights
• Red reflector added to rear fascia
• Revised 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels (Sport Package equipped models)
• New 18-inch wheels for 370Z Coupe
• Red-finished brake calipers (Sport Package equipped models)
• Dark-finish fuel gauge trim
• Euro-tuned shock absorbers

Correct?

Ryu · 01-05-2014, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryu

Well I believe the color I want is Monterey Blue but I think the year it ends is 09-2012? Then the 2013 model brings out the Midnight Blue? Can someone confirm this? It seems as if both those colors are kind of rare to find.

And the difference between the refresh in 2013 is:

• LED daytime running lights
• Red reflector added to rear fascia
• Revised 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels (Sport Package equipped models)
• New 18-inch wheels for 370Z Coupe
• Red-finished brake calipers (Sport Package equipped models)
• Dark-finish fuel gauge trim
• Euro-tuned shock absorbers

Correct?

Can anybody confirm, haha

6MT-Z34 · 01-05-2014, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryu

Can anybody confirm, haha

Yep

Z-Girl 12 · 01-05-2014, 05:19 PM

Welcome!

wrxrcr · 01-05-2014, 06:07 PM

Took over 2 weeks for myself to get approved.

enkei2k · 01-05-2014, 06:36 PM

Ya, AK (site owner) manually approves new members now to cut down on spam accounts.

01-01-2014, 05:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ryu Base Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: 626 Posts: 6 Drives: TSX Rep Power: 12	Finally! Well it took a while to get approved on this forum but glad to be here. Right now, I'm debating between a 370z and a BRZ to purchase a couple months from now so I'm doing a bit of research on both. I love the Z but the BRZ fits more into my budget.. But hopefully I can get a decent deal for a Z with sports package (as I have noticed many people here recommending over the base). Hope I can learn a few things on this forum when it comes down to what to expect, which year is the best, and all the other misc. stuff before making a decision.

01-01-2014, 05:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
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01-01-2014, 05:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
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Wonka2581 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 3,083 Drives: MY WIFE CRAZY.... Rep Power: 2612	1st off dont go knocking the base! I have a base and to me there is no point in getting a sport package. I intended on changing all the parts out with better upgrades, (why would I pay twice for parts) But if you are not planing on doing much mdding I would go with the sports package. And I would not settle for the BRZ... __________________ "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat""Winston Churchill"

01-01-2014, 06:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
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01-01-2014, 09:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
mab864 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 482 Drives: 13 Sport 6MT Rep Power: 12	The BRZ is a nice car... it was my second favorite after driving every sport and muscle car under $40K. But it is too slow. It badly needs a turbo. If it came in an STI model it would be a real player. Until then, I'd stay away. You will get bored with a NA 2 liter motor. The Z lacks a little in driver feel but over all performance and especially straight line performance is a whole different level. Nissan just lowered the MSRP on '14's by 3K mostly to compete with the BRZ. For low 30's you can get a '14 base Z with the sport package. You get a lot more car for you $$$ with the Z. A limited BRZ is close to 30K and it needs a $5K Vortech and then it still wouldn't have the balls of a stock Z. Good luck with your choice. I struggled with the same choice in September last year and choose the Z. I'm glad I did. __________________ Berk HFC & CBE, Stillen G3, UpRev & tune by PSI, GTMat, 3M, Swift, StopTech, H&R 20/25, GT-R, 324 whp & 262 torque

01-05-2014, 05:18 PM	#10 (permalink)
Ryu Base Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: 626 Posts: 6 Drives: TSX Rep Power: 12	Well I believe the color I want is Monterey Blue but I think the year it ends is 09-2012? Then the 2013 model brings out the Midnight Blue? Can someone confirm this? It seems as if both those colors are kind of rare to find. And the difference between the refresh in 2013 is: • LED daytime running lights • Red reflector added to rear fascia • Revised 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels (Sport Package equipped models) • New 18-inch wheels for 370Z Coupe • Red-finished brake calipers (Sport Package equipped models) • Dark-finish fuel gauge trim • Euro-tuned shock absorbers Correct? Last edited by Ryu; 01-05-2014 at 06:57 PM.

01-05-2014, 05:19 PM	#13 (permalink)
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wrxrcr Base Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: columbus Posts: 74 Drives: 12 370z,09 Wrx Rep Power: 12	Took over 2 weeks for myself to get approved.

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