My Z is a POS

Nixin · 05-06-2017, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Z370Z011

I spent 2 hours at the dealership trying to make the car NOT turn on and of course it turned on every single time.... the one time it's supposed to fail it suddenly behaves!!!!!!! I'm so glad I took a video of it because the dealership kept saying it was ok until I showed them the video of it not turning on. Dam car is ruining my life lol.

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Can I tell you how many times I have heard that from Mercedes-Benz, Lexus and Cadillac service managers?

KrnAndy · 05-06-2017, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixin

It's mission impossible, is it? I knew you couldn't list one, let alone multiple cars. No worries, no need to debate or bicker. No car is perfect or immune from quality, build, mechanical or electrical issues including much higher priced exotics. Overall, the Z is a very good platform. It has proven itself overtime and will continue to put smiles on peoples faces for many years. BTW, where did you come up with the $60k figure for a Z? Did it have a Rolex in the glove compartment?

dealers here sell them for 50k after fees and taxes yes they get upwards of 60k
That's for a 2017 nismo
I believe base with no add ons start around 30k

But yeah I'm considering 60k for different car choices lolol
Honestly wanted to look into the Q series from Infiniti, need more room again.

SINISTER · 05-06-2017, 01:17 PM

Here is the thing...I have owned a ton of performance cars. Allot of them had problems or potential problems that I experienced or did not hang around to experience... When I sold my last car I researched all the performance cars out there and there were only a handful of really highly reliable ones available. After doing a ton of research I purchased a Z...It is without a doubt one of the most reliable sports cars available. The other reliable options were underpowered, overpriced (for what you get), or plain out boring looking etc.

..OP you got a lemon, you can buy any car and experience this....buy another Z and the probability is that you will never experience any issues.

SINISTER · 05-06-2017, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by KrnAndy

dealers here sell them for 50k after fees and taxes yes they get upwards of 60k
That's for a 2017 nismo
I believe base with no add ons start around 30k

But yeah I'm considering 60k for different car choices lolol
Honestly wanted to look into the Q series from Infiniti, need more room again.

Infiniti was one of the ones I researched and owned a G37...highly reliable and great if you buy used. New? your values will be cut in half in a couple of years. Plus they are a bit on the boring side in the looks department..

husam2012 · 05-06-2017, 01:29 PM

If you think that the Nismo is better than a Camaro in anything but looks, then you're only fooling yourself. The Z is only a good deal when bought used

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Nixin · 05-06-2017, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by husam2012

If you think that the Nismo is better than a Camaro in anything but looks, then you're only fooling yourself. The Z is only a good deal when bought used

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Based on what exactly husam? I believe that the Z Sport/Tour. is nicer looking than the Nismo. And both Z's are nicer looking and better driving vehicles than the Camaro. But that is my opinion. And which Camaro are you talking about, the SS or ZL1 or a base model? Not comparable to a Z. I personally would not pay $15k for a new Camaro, let alone a used one.

Cyber370 · 05-06-2017, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by husam2012

If you think that the Nismo is better than a Camaro in anything but looks, then you're only fooling yourself. The Z is only a good deal when bought used

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If you're comparing a Camaro to a Nismo Z, you're missing the point! Sure they both go fast but they are completely different animals. One's a true sports car while the other is a "sporty" coupe. Speed isn't everything. It's the whole package that makes the car.

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MagmaRed370z · 05-06-2017, 02:15 PM

The answer is always Miata my friend. Lol

But honestly I would just trade it with another Z

Z370Z011 · 05-06-2017, 02:20 PM

You guys might lynch me but I'll probably just sell the Z and get the civic hatchback (on the uglier side of things but I like hatches) lol.

Now Hold on hold on.. lol
The Z is my primary car and it's difficult to transport my 70lb dog. 2 seaters are a bit of a pain to daily (at least for me). I don't think I'd sell the Z for another Z unless it was the next gen (if it ever comes out). I think I'd like a comfortable daily and get a project car to just use as a dedicated track car.

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SINISTER · 05-06-2017, 02:21 PM

Get the new Civic Type R....that car is awesome...

Jayhovah · 05-06-2017, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Z370Z011

You guys might lynch me but I'll probably just sell the Z and get the civic hatchback (on the uglier side of things but I like hatches) lol.

Now Hold on hold on.. lol
The Z is my primary car and it's difficult to transport my 70lb dog. 2 seaters are a bit of a pain to daily (at least for me). I don't think I'd sell the Z for another Z unless it was the next gen (if it ever comes out). I think I'd like a comfortable daily and get a project car to just use as a dedicated track car.

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Nothing wrong with that.. sounds like the Z doesn't fit your life as well as some other rides would. Good luck!

SINISTER · 05-06-2017, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by husam2012

If you think that the Nismo is better than a Camaro in anything but looks, then you're only fooling yourself. The Z is only a good deal when bought used

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Dropping this thread here because camaros suck...

V6 Camaro vs 370z?

Camaro= muscle car
370z = sports car

Nixin · 05-06-2017, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Z370Z011

You guys might lynch me but I'll probably just sell the Z and get the civic hatchback (on the uglier side of things but I like hatches) lol.

Now Hold on hold on.. lol
The Z is my primary car and it's difficult to transport my 70lb dog. 2 seaters are a bit of a pain to daily (at least for me). I don't think I'd sell the Z for another Z unless it was the next gen (if it ever comes out). I think I'd like a comfortable daily and get a project car to just use as a dedicated track car.

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LOL, no one is going to lynch you. I hope that you find a vehicle that will work out better for you and your lifestyle. Squeezing the big pooch into a lil Z is quite a challenge.

Z370Z011 · 05-06-2017, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Nixin

LOL, no one is going to lynch you. I hope that you find a vehicle that will work out better for you and your lifestyle. Squeezing the big pooch into a lil Z is quite a challenge.

Lol! I actually almost got into a car accident. She saw a dog and jumped into the drivers side to bark at the dog which made for some interesting maneuvering. Thankfully there weren't too many cars out.

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NRGz · 05-06-2017, 04:15 PM

Purchased an 09 used at 48k. Carfax and past 2 prev owners maintaince records showed nothing out of the ordinary unless theyve hidden it .
Currently almost at 65k of DD racecar of some good beating. Only had to replace tires pads and some oil changes.
Back on topic, OP, imo, I would have tried to get another Z, like someone said, sounds like youve gotten the bad bunch. Did you find any plastic disposable sake shot cups in your Z?

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05-06-2017, 01:17 PM	#33 (permalink)
SINISTER Track Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Earth's Toilet: Houston Posts: 552 Drives: 2013 370z NISMO Rep Power: 2154	Here is the thing...I have owned a ton of performance cars. Allot of them had problems or potential problems that I experienced or did not hang around to experience... When I sold my last car I researched all the performance cars out there and there were only a handful of really highly reliable ones available. After doing a ton of research I purchased a Z...It is without a doubt one of the most reliable sports cars available. The other reliable options were underpowered, overpriced (for what you get), or plain out boring looking etc. ..OP you got a lemon, you can buy any car and experience this....buy another Z and the probability is that you will never experience any issues. Nixin likes this. __________________ Not to be able to stop thinking is a dreadful affliction, but we don't realize this because almost everybody is suffering from it, so it is considered normal. Last edited by SINISTER; 05-06-2017 at 01:24 PM.

05-06-2017, 01:29 PM	#35 (permalink)
husam2012 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 549 Drives: 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 9469	If you think that the Nismo is better than a Camaro in anything but looks, then you're only fooling yourself. The Z is only a good deal when bought used Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Creator of the GTR TT Conversion Kit, NA Record Holder (401WHP) Ecutek Master Tuner (VQ37, VR30, VR38, B58, S55, S58) BTWTuning

05-06-2017, 02:15 PM	#38 (permalink)
MagmaRed370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,468 Drives: 14' 370z Sport Magma Rep Power: 13	The answer is always Miata my friend. Lol But honestly I would just trade it with another Z __________________ Sold: 2014 Magnetic Black Base. Current: 2014 Magma Red 370z Sport \| ARK Grip Exhaust \| 25mm HR Spacers \| GTR Button \| DRL Mod

05-06-2017, 02:21 PM	#40 (permalink)
SINISTER Track Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Earth's Toilet: Houston Posts: 552 Drives: 2013 370z NISMO Rep Power: 2154	Get the new Civic Type R....that car is awesome... AestheticCM1 likes this. __________________ Not to be able to stop thinking is a dreadful affliction, but we don't realize this because almost everybody is suffering from it, so it is considered normal.

05-06-2017, 02:20 PM	#39 (permalink)
Z370Z011 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 1,052 Drives: PearlWhite 370z 6MT Rep Power: 15	You guys might lynch me but I'll probably just sell the Z and get the civic hatchback (on the uglier side of things but I like hatches) lol. Now Hold on hold on.. lol The Z is my primary car and it's difficult to transport my 70lb dog. 2 seaters are a bit of a pain to daily (at least for me). I don't think I'd sell the Z for another Z unless it was the next gen (if it ever comes out). I think I'd like a comfortable daily and get a project car to just use as a dedicated track car. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-06-2017, 04:15 PM	#45 (permalink)
NRGz Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: NorCal Posts: 259 Drives: 09 Z. 06 Zx636 Rep Power: 29	Purchased an 09 used at 48k. Carfax and past 2 prev owners maintaince records showed nothing out of the ordinary unless theyve hidden it . Currently almost at 65k of DD racecar of some good beating. Only had to replace tires pads and some oil changes. Back on topic, OP, imo, I would have tried to get another Z, like someone said, sounds like youve gotten the bad bunch. Did you find any plastic disposable sake shot cups in your Z? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk