Buying Used 2013 or Newer or 2012 or Older?
 

Starting to seriously look for a 370. Is there a consensus opinion on buying a 2013 or newer or a 2012 or older. I believe it's all just cosmetics, but if there are any other significant differences please let me know.

It looks like in my price target ($25k max) I can get a non-touring 2013 or newer or a touring 2012 or older. Not sure which way to go.

Sports package is a must in both.

Would love to hear opinions.

Thanks

With that Nismo GTR in your avatar, I wouldn't want to downgrade to a 370 ;)

I don't think anyone other than yourself can answer the question. You are the one who will be paying and driving the car.

Minimal difference in either...I'd go for the lowest mileage and price.

The 2013+ have way nicer wheels in the sport package and have the LED DRL bumper. Besides that there are not many differences besides the factory oil cooler starting in 2012

The wheels are definitely a lot nicer on the 2013+ if your gonna keep them stock in my opinion


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Something else to think about is having less options for front lip if you go 13+. If you plan on replacing w/ aftermarket bumper, then my point is moot.

Probably should have mentioned this, I won't do a lot as far as mods. Maybe an exhaust and intake. Will leave the wheels stock. Maybe get some spacers. That's about it.

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And check the car thoroughly. GL

From what I've heard, the issues that were happening to older versions were fixed from the 2013 models and up.

Can you specify?

I should have asked this too. I have had a couple of Maximas and they were ridiculously reliable. Do you guys think trying to find a CPO is worth it?

I recently bought my 09 370Z, after 8 months of searching. I know you said your budget is 25K, so keep in mind there are lots of variables that go into this equation.

1. do you have a trade? if so, are you upside down?
2. if you find a 370Z for 25K, remember to add on taxes/registration fees/dealer fees/etc., which tack on about 2K to 4K.

My 09 Z Touring with Sports Package and Navi was 20K, but after everything was said and done, it came out to around 24K.

CPO IMO means nothing.

The extended warranty that comes with a CPO car means nothing to you? Having pricey items such as engine and transmission covered until 100k means nada?

In my opinion CPO is a big plus

Depending on the dealership, CPO may or may not come with an extended warranty. When I bought my 09 Z about two weeks ago, it automatically came with a lifetime warranty and mine wasn't CPO.

If it needs to be CPO for the extended warranty to tag along, then absolutely. But CPO typically just states that the car has been inspected prior to sale, which the dealership should check the vehicle anyway.

As far as Nissan is concerned, CPO doesn't vary by dealer. The terms are set by Nissan so coverage should be consistent among all authorized Nissan dealers.

CPO does come with extended warranty, but it isn't bumper to bumper. CPO cars usually receive more maintenance/inspection before resale, and they are usually in pretty good condition.

Just curious what the lifetime warranty is for in your case?

I'd say save a bit more and get it new! You never know what the used car has been through. If that's not an option, go for a low mileage one. And there's hardly a difference between 2010~current model. 2009 and early 2010 were the guinea pigs so there are some few minor issues with these group......but nothing major.

As for your concern regards to the engine and transmission, it's pretty bullet proof. 99% of the people will never come across engine or tranny failures (unless they start turbo charge it or drive it in a improper manner). If you're planning to get manual, be cautious about the CSC. These guys are known to fail.

And I wouldn't bother with the extended warranty. The Z is very reliable that needs minimal service.

CPO standards do vary by dealerships, as some dealerships have different criteria as far as what they look at prior to certifying used cars. Also, what if you buy a pre-owned Nissan at a non-Nissan dealership?

CPO may or may not come with extended warranty. When you look at used cars, it'll have that form on the window with either "Warranty" or "As Is - No Warranty" checked. If all CPO vehicles came with warranties, the finance manager (the dude that tries to sell you extended warranties, GAP, etc.) wouldn't make any money off of you.

My lifetime warranty is powertrain warranty.

I traded a '11 up to a '14 for several reasons being Nav, exterior color, and hellova deal being a Nissan employee. Yea, it is essentially cosmetics but the new rims and front bumper with LEDs look better in a dumpster than on a new Z.

Like it's been said, get the one with the options you want first time around with the best bang for the buck.