2005 GTO or 2016 Z

greasebeast · 09-24-2016, 11:34 PM

Rock em both!

Akurei · 09-24-2016, 11:42 PM

Your call. I believe with some simple mods and an tune, you'll be happy. Else yoy can get a used corvette in replacement

scope22 · 09-25-2016, 08:24 AM

I'd keep the gto for a weekend car, they're hard to come by in good shape and dealer will not give you anything for it because they think it will be a tough sell

axmea? · 09-25-2016, 09:10 AM

Why the heck is the Z being compared to the GTO. Such disrespect. In a game of F*, Marry, Kill, I'd kill the GTO.

UNKNOWN_370 · 09-25-2016, 10:16 AM

The weight bogs it down, so stock the Z can **** with it on track. But you can modify the GTO to be much faster than a modded Z.

The GTO has no side airbags and lacks a lot if safety features that were standard even in 2005.

Once tracking the GTO is has front suspension and braking issues are a PITA. You'll be spending the same amount of money on gas and insurance.

Z handling is way more direct but power delivery in the GTO is amazing.

You have to deal with CSC issues here. I dunno how real fuel starve is.... I've tried to make it happen and it doesn't happen for me n I drive like a maniacle psychopath sometimes.

It's two different cars. I just don't understand if your car is so old why u want to sell it? Why not just add the Z? It's too different driving experiences. One does not eclipse the other.

NTMG · 09-25-2016, 01:42 PM

Thanks for all the info. I might keep the GTO and sale my 2012 Suzuki Equator pickup (is a clone of the Nissan Frontier) and buy the silver Z.

NTMG · 09-25-2016, 01:44 PM

The GTO is a Australia mfg car by Holdon.

Nithmo · 09-25-2016, 01:45 PM

If I was the OP, I'd snag a new Mustang GT. Those things are beautiful, can make stupid power and are fun to drive. No, not the same driving experience as a 370z, but still a pretty good one nonetheless, as compared to previous iterations.

NTMG · 09-25-2016, 01:49 PM

What is the CSC issue?

DOOMMONKEY777 · 09-25-2016, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NTMG

What is the CSC issue?

the consecutive slave cylinder, is the device lokated btw the clutch pressure plate and the manual transmission, its function is to press the clutch pressure plate, this item is made mostly out of plastic and rubber, the rubber part inside is the seal that keeps the fluid from comming out, after a while, metal shavings inside the csc develop and destroy the rubber causing a leak, or the plastic housing cracks causing a leak.

in order to avoid this, you can do few things, DONT ride the clutch and flush fluid eveey 12k miles or so. Sometimes its just a bad cqc from the factory, but most last.

i am at 45k miles going strong in NYC traffic every day so far. I clutch a LOT so there.

Jsolo · 09-25-2016, 02:01 PM

Test drive the new ats-v. I think it'll definitely change your perception of gm cars. I was thoroughly impressed (as I was with the new camaro ss). Only problem with the latter is it's very impractical. The caddy on the other hand has plenty of room, but a price tag of about 20K more.

Nithmo · 09-25-2016, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Jsolo

Test drive the new ats-v. I think it'll definitely change your perception of gm cars. I was thoroughly impressed (as I was with the new camaro ss). Only problem with the latter is it's very impractical. The caddy on the other hand has plenty of room, but a price tag of about 20K more.

Shiiiiiiiet.... Here, the ATS-V, when nicely appointed, is 40k more than a Nismo. Maybe more.

NTMG · 09-25-2016, 02:32 PM

I will get a auto if I buy one.

CedzZ34 · 09-26-2016, 04:33 PM

Having owned both, I've gotta be honest with you. I do truly love my Z, but if my former GTO were a 6 speed, I'd kept it over the 6 speed Z that I currently have.

It's a very nice car. Interior appointments, comfort, a rear seat, and tire shredding performance. The car is pretty reliable as well. Surprisingly, it handled very well also. The Z does handle better, but the GTO is no slouch in that department.

Here is where your challenge will be. The GTO was last produced in 2006, so it'll be hard to find one with low miles and in good shape. I would under no circumstances purchase a used GTO that has been modified. People do pound the hell out of them. If you can't find a very nice low mileage example of the GTO, keep the Z.

cv129 · 09-26-2016, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CedzZ34

Having owned both, I've gotta be honest with you. I do truly love my Z, but if my former GTO were a 6 speed, I'd kept it over the 6 speed Z that I currently have.

It's a very nice car. Interior appointments, comfort, a rear seat, and tire shredding performance. The car is pretty reliable as well. Surprisingly, it handled very well also. The Z does handle better, but the GTO is no slouch in that department.

Here is where your challenge will be. The GTO was last produced in 2006, so it'll be hard to find one with low miles and in good shape. I would under no circumstances purchase a used GTO that has been modified. People do pound the hell out of them. If you can't find a very nice low mileage example of the GTO, keep the Z.

He has a GTO and thinking of purchasing a Z.

09-24-2016, 11:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
greasebeast Base Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: bay area Posts: 14 Drives: 2010 370z Rep Power: 11	Rock em both! jdk504 and TreeSemdyZee like this.

09-25-2016, 08:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
scope22 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 1,179 Drives: wife crazy Rep Power: 56	I'd keep the gto for a weekend car, they're hard to come by in good shape and dealer will not give you anything for it because they think it will be a tough sell axmea? likes this.

09-25-2016, 09:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
axmea? A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,243 Drives: WELL ZED PW 6MT Rep Power: 53242	Why the heck is the Z being compared to the GTO. Such disrespect. In a game of F, Marry, Kill, I'd kill the GTO. __________________ >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

09-25-2016, 10:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14858	The weight bogs it down, so stock the Z can **** with it on track. But you can modify the GTO to be much faster than a modded Z. The GTO has no side airbags and lacks a lot if safety features that were standard even in 2005. Once tracking the GTO is has front suspension and braking issues are a PITA. You'll be spending the same amount of money on gas and insurance. Z handling is way more direct but power delivery in the GTO is amazing. You have to deal with CSC issues here. I dunno how real fuel starve is.... I've tried to make it happen and it doesn't happen for me n I drive like a maniacle psychopath sometimes. It's two different cars. I just don't understand if your car is so old why u want to sell it? Why not just add the Z? It's too different driving experiences. One does not eclipse the other. MadSciSnails likes this. __________________ Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980

09-25-2016, 01:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
NTMG Base Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 39 Drives: 2005 GTO Rep Power: 9	Thanks for all the info. I might keep the GTO and sale my 2012 Suzuki Equator pickup (is a clone of the Nissan Frontier) and buy the silver Z. Kzonts likes this. Last edited by NTMG; 09-25-2016 at 01:51 PM.

09-24-2016, 11:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
Akurei Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: California Posts: 319 Drives: 14 370z Rep Power: 12	Your call. I believe with some simple mods and an tune, you'll be happy. Else yoy can get a used corvette in replacement

09-25-2016, 01:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
NTMG Base Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 39 Drives: 2005 GTO Rep Power: 9	The GTO is a Australia mfg car by Holdon.

09-25-2016, 01:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
Nithmo Base Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Canada Posts: 219 Drives: 16 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 128	If I was the OP, I'd snag a new Mustang GT. Those things are beautiful, can make stupid power and are fun to drive. No, not the same driving experience as a 370z, but still a pretty good one nonetheless, as compared to previous iterations.

09-25-2016, 01:49 PM	#9 (permalink)
NTMG Base Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 39 Drives: 2005 GTO Rep Power: 9	What is the CSC issue?

09-25-2016, 02:01 PM	#11 (permalink)
Jsolo Track Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: chicago Posts: 783 Drives: '12 G37 6MT Rep Power: 15	Test drive the new ats-v. I think it'll definitely change your perception of gm cars. I was thoroughly impressed (as I was with the new camaro ss). Only problem with the latter is it's very impractical. The caddy on the other hand has plenty of room, but a price tag of about 20K more. __________________ G37S Sedan 6MT, Eibach swaybars, Invidia Exhaust, Weaker Clutch Pedal Spring For sale links

09-25-2016, 02:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
NTMG Base Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 39 Drives: 2005 GTO Rep Power: 9	I will get a auto if I buy one. UNKNOWN_370 and wideglideleon like this.

09-26-2016, 04:33 PM	#14 (permalink)
CedzZ34 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Alabama Posts: 44 Drives: 2011 370z Rep Power: 10	Having owned both, I've gotta be honest with you. I do truly love my Z, but if my former GTO were a 6 speed, I'd kept it over the 6 speed Z that I currently have. It's a very nice car. Interior appointments, comfort, a rear seat, and tire shredding performance. The car is pretty reliable as well. Surprisingly, it handled very well also. The Z does handle better, but the GTO is no slouch in that department. Here is where your challenge will be. The GTO was last produced in 2006, so it'll be hard to find one with low miles and in good shape. I would under no circumstances purchase a used GTO that has been modified. People do pound the hell out of them. If you can't find a very nice low mileage example of the GTO, keep the Z. YYZ likes this.

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