370z Facts

sharigan · 03-17-2015, 02:02 PM

Hello,

I'm fairly new here. I currently own a 2008 350z HR 6 speed for almost a year now and was thinking about trading it in for a 370z. Now I know that the 350z had an engine upgrade in 2007 and the 06 had oil consumption problems. I'm just wondering if the 370z had the same problems throughout the year or is there any cons about it? Right now, I'm debating between a roadster or a coupe, so any opinions on those are helpful too as well.

Thanks

sp911 · 03-17-2015, 03:05 PM

you live in minnesota? get a coupe.

BC416 · 03-17-2015, 03:08 PM

Read the stickies on here for some good info.

2009-2010s have steering lock issue but that has been recalled.

All of the 370z's have issues with the CSC if you plan on buying manual.

Coupe vs. roadster is all about what you want.

Merv · 03-17-2015, 03:19 PM

The 370z engines drink a bit of oil. About a quart between oil changes. At first I thought there was something wrong with my engine,but after looking into it,this seems par for the course. And yes,get yourself into a 370,you won't regret it!

jpkirk · 03-17-2015, 03:31 PM

Much has to do with your planned use. Is it a daily driver, will you track it, or just a cruiser. Tracking has possible issues with brakes and oil temp. Like BC416 said read the stickies, if you get the manual the clutch slave cylinder (CSC) is a problem, and 09-10 models with steering lock issues. So yea, what BC416 said.

My first choice was a roadster but my wife is sun averse. Got the coupe.

axmea? · 03-17-2015, 03:43 PM

Fact: Z drivers think they are better looking than they really are.

Davey · 03-17-2015, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axmea?

Fact: Z drivers think they are better looking than they really are.

Impossible... I could not possibly be better looking than I am, so how could I think I am better looking than I really am?

BC416 · 03-17-2015, 03:52 PM

SS_Firehawk · 03-17-2015, 04:23 PM

Not all Z's have oil consumption issues. I've owned two and they both were fine.
Issues with 370's and the fix...
CSC: buy a ZSpeed HD CSC
overheating: Buy an oil cooler if you plan on traking it
fuel starve: Talk to Phunk about his RRP, or new thing he's building... if you're tracking it
exhaust is awful: Buy a better exhaust
SOME, not all engines may burn oil: add more oil
base models: trade for a SP model of if your ballin, a Nismo.
Low power: add boost (which snowballs into not enough tire)
Steering lock: pull fuse or get the recall fix done.

Good Luck!

Bshields22 · 03-17-2015, 05:17 PM

370Z's are notorious for running hot oil on the track. Day to day driving they are a dream.

I have had a 2009 coupe (base) and now I have a 2012 Roadster fully loaded with the sport package. I see/feel no difference in performance. You'll read that coupes are a bit faster and more nimble which may be true when looking into the science of it and what sensors/meters tell you but out of sheer enjoyment and casual track days, there is absolutely no difference IMO.

If its your DD, go coupe. If its a toy/weekend car go Roadster.

Dwight Frye · 03-17-2015, 07:20 PM

My '09 that I bought new and have used synthetic oil in since the first change burned about 1.25 quarts of oil every 5000 miles. That was with Redline 5W-30 oil. I switched to Pennzoil Ultra 5W-30 at 35,000 miles and the oil consumption dropped to less than half a quart every 5000 miles. Maybe it was the oil, maybe the engine just settled down and was fully broken in.
The bad news is that the Pennz. Ultra is no longer available so we'll see what happens when I switch back to Redline when my stash of Ultra is used up.

Read T · 03-17-2015, 08:05 PM

Recall for Steering Lock
Service Bulletin for clicking axles
On your own for CSC or oil/brake overheating issues (if you track it).
It's a decent car.

mishuko · 03-18-2015, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axmea?

Fact: Z drivers think they are better looking than they really are.

WHAT?!?!?

Is there more to life than looking really really really really rediculously good looking?

vtec to vvel · 03-18-2015, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharigan

Hello,

I'm fairly new here. I currently own a 2008 350z HR 6 speed for almost a year now and was thinking about trading it in for a 370z. Now I know that the 350z had an engine upgrade in 2007 and the 06 had oil consumption problems. I'm just wondering if the 370z had the same problems throughout the year or is there any cons about it? Right now, I'm debating between a roadster or a coupe, so any opinions on those are helpful too as well.

Thanks

I had an 07 350Z that I recently traded for an 09 370Z. Luckily, I don't have any of the issues that other members speak of and I also check my oil level weekly and my car doesn't burn any oil, but then again, I don't abuse my car. Every car, even if it's the same year/model/make/etc., will be different.

I'm glad I made the upgrade, however, there are a few elements of the 350Z that I do miss:

1. rear windshield wiper
2. rear quarter panel window is alot more functional, whereas on the 370Z, it's basically impossible to see out that window.
3. stock exhaust note on 350Z is more pronounced and a bit deeper.
4. the ability to open my truck from the key fob - can't do it on a 370Z.

RN SHARK · 03-18-2015, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dwight Frye

My '09 that I bought new and have used synthetic oil in since the first change burned about 1.25 quarts of oil every 5000 miles. That was with Redline 5W-30 oil. I switched to Pennzoil Ultra 5W-30 at 35,000 miles and the oil consumption dropped to less than half a quart every 5000 miles. Maybe it was the oil, maybe the engine just settled down and was fully broken in.
The bad news is that the Pennz. Ultra is no longer available so we'll see what happens when I switch back to Redline when my stash of Ultra is used up.

Side note: It is now Pennzoil Platinum or Ultra Platinum.

03-17-2015, 02:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
sharigan Base Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: minnesota Posts: 38 Drives: nissan 350z Rep Power: 10	370z Facts Hello, I'm fairly new here. I currently own a 2008 350z HR 6 speed for almost a year now and was thinking about trading it in for a 370z. Now I know that the 350z had an engine upgrade in 2007 and the 06 had oil consumption problems. I'm just wondering if the 370z had the same problems throughout the year or is there any cons about it? Right now, I'm debating between a roadster or a coupe, so any opinions on those are helpful too as well. Thanks

03-17-2015, 03:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
sp911 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: central connecticut Posts: 259 Drives: 2012 370z gun metal Rep Power: 11	you live in minnesota? get a coupe. nomodsjk likes this.

03-17-2015, 03:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
BC416 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NJ Age: 37 Posts: 718 Drives: 2012 KAD 6MT Rep Power: 592	Read the stickies on here for some good info. 2009-2010s have steering lock issue but that has been recalled. All of the 370z's have issues with the CSC if you plan on buying manual. Coupe vs. roadster is all about what you want. __________________ F.I. / K&N / 180 / Forgestar Last edited by BC416; 03-17-2015 at 03:36 PM.

03-17-2015, 03:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Merv Track Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Vancouver B.C Posts: 518 Drives: 11 GM grey sport tou Rep Power: 15	The 370z engines drink a bit of oil. About a quart between oil changes. At first I thought there was something wrong with my engine,but after looking into it,this seems par for the course. And yes,get yourself into a 370,you won't regret it! axmea? likes this. __________________ Swift springs \| upgraded headlights \| stillen gen3 cai \| FI HFC's and FI CBE \| ecutek tune in the mail!

03-17-2015, 03:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
jpkirk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Merry Land Posts: 5,515 Drives: '14 MidBlu ST MT Rep Power: 3376	Much has to do with your planned use. Is it a daily driver, will you track it, or just a cruiser. Tracking has possible issues with brakes and oil temp. Like BC416 said read the stickies, if you get the manual the clutch slave cylinder (CSC) is a problem, and 09-10 models with steering lock issues. So yea, what BC416 said. My first choice was a roadster but my wife is sun averse. Got the coupe. __________________ intake \| exhaust \| wheels \| tires \| suspension ... um ... stock, do speed stickers count? intake \| exhaust \| TE37 SL \| RE-11 \| suspension ... um ... do speed stickers count? Signature under construction

03-17-2015, 03:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,236 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53241	Fact: Z drivers think they are better looking than they really are. Zoren 370, Masterbeatty, jpkirk and 2 others like this. __________________ >MyZ's Album< NISMO Convert/ECUTEK/Takeda CAI/F.I. HFC NR CB Carbon/F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler/4.08 Final Drive /Powertrix+Swifts/Hotchkis/SPL/Whiteline/TWM/Zoom Engineering/EVO-R/AeroJacket Vented CF Fenders + CF Spoiler/Avant Garde-WORK/NST/Morimoto Halo/STi Clear Lenses/Carbon Signal Automotive/RJM Performance/ZSpeed Clutch Flywheel CSC delete

03-17-2015, 03:52 PM	#8 (permalink)
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03-17-2015, 04:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	Not all Z's have oil consumption issues. I've owned two and they both were fine. Issues with 370's and the fix... CSC: buy a ZSpeed HD CSC overheating: Buy an oil cooler if you plan on traking it fuel starve: Talk to Phunk about his RRP, or new thing he's building... if you're tracking it exhaust is awful: Buy a better exhaust SOME, not all engines may burn oil: add more oil base models: trade for a SP model of if your ballin, a Nismo. Low power: add boost (which snowballs into not enough tire) Steering lock: pull fuse or get the recall fix done. Good Luck! osbornsm and Z-Girl 12 like this. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

03-17-2015, 05:17 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bshields22 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 422 Drives: 2012 Black 370Z-R Rep Power: 698	370Z's are notorious for running hot oil on the track. Day to day driving they are a dream. I have had a 2009 coupe (base) and now I have a 2012 Roadster fully loaded with the sport package. I see/feel no difference in performance. You'll read that coupes are a bit faster and more nimble which may be true when looking into the science of it and what sensors/meters tell you but out of sheer enjoyment and casual track days, there is absolutely no difference IMO. If its your DD, go coupe. If its a toy/weekend car go Roadster.

03-17-2015, 07:20 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dwight Frye Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Occupied California Posts: 423 Drives: '09 Tour/Sport/6MT Rep Power: 16	My '09 that I bought new and have used synthetic oil in since the first change burned about 1.25 quarts of oil every 5000 miles. That was with Redline 5W-30 oil. I switched to Pennzoil Ultra 5W-30 at 35,000 miles and the oil consumption dropped to less than half a quart every 5000 miles. Maybe it was the oil, maybe the engine just settled down and was fully broken in. The bad news is that the Pennz. Ultra is no longer available so we'll see what happens when I switch back to Redline when my stash of Ultra is used up.

03-17-2015, 08:05 PM	#12 (permalink)
Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 18	Recall for Steering Lock Service Bulletin for clicking axles On your own for CSC or oil/brake overheating issues (if you track it). It's a decent car. __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS

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