HELP! The great Debate 370z vs. G37

WShade · 12-11-2009, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by puckshaw

Why didn't you just buy a loaded Z to start with

True. Or, own both.

vipor · 12-11-2009, 04:31 PM

both!

wishihadnav · 12-11-2009, 06:21 PM

no great debate here...get the Z and the wife as well as u will both me happy.

oo7mech · 12-11-2009, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by elmz

Wow...are you serious with that comment?! The G is what it is, its a luxury coupe, it's not trying to be a sports car. To the OP, it sounds like you're more interested in luxury than you are with performance. If so, the G sounds like the car for you.

The G is supposed to be faster according to Road & Track I've read somewhere. So I wouldn't say the G isn't sporty or doesn't have performance.

But, I went with the Z ! It was soo hard though. Felt like i was loosing my Old' Yeller. But definatly happy with my Z.

The kicker was being young and getting a race-car now. Luxury car later when we are older and hopefully have more money to afford a brand new one.

PapoZalsa · 12-11-2009, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

Please pick the G37. I don't want to see another 370Z on the road. The less 370Zs on the road, the better

OldGuy · 12-11-2009, 08:56 PM

Age is no longer determinative regarding the Z. I'm 61 years old and just bought a new 370Z to replace my last "hobby car," a beautiful 1995 Miata M I bough new and am keeping, now with classic plates. My only concession to age was getting the automatic tranny, in anticipation of possible knee problems during the years of ownership of my 370Z. But when dealing on "upscale" sports cars like the Z, middle age does not disqualify---it actually makes it easier to afford such toys, since the kids are all educated, grown, self-supporting and looking at "hobby cars" of their own.

frost · 12-11-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BRUSSO

what tranny is in the 08 g ?

This one:

Montez · 12-11-2009, 09:12 PM

Tough Decision, did you look for a G37C with an automatic. That would satisfy you guy's needs, good luck on your decision!

lrgoldberg02 · 12-11-2009, 10:15 PM

I can comment on this, as I have both a Z (just picked it up today though!) and a 2008 G35x Sport (4 door).

Based off of my *very* brief Z ownership thus far... If I had to have one, it'd be the Z. Nothing feels quite like a true sports car, and the Z is a true sports car in every sense of the term. That said, the G is infinitely more practical, rides a lot smoother, and has a gorgeous interior with room, all of which may be important later in life. As someone said before, the steering in the G is quite a bit lighter, and while it has great road feel, it doesn't feel like a true sports car.

In sum, they are both awesome - But knowing your situation, the Z would win in my book.

oo7mech · 12-17-2009, 10:36 PM

Ok, i found my NEW LOVE! Forget the G or the Z , Go V!!

Haha, I turned my Z into service department today and they gave me this loaner. But I drove that V like a Z. I was passing people going 80mph.

Ken · 12-19-2009, 03:13 AM

007mech I think you made a solid decision in keeping the 370.

It's funny how so many of us here are currently (or have been at one time) debating between owning these 2 cars....like I said, I'm even debating the same colors you had! The only diff is that the 370 I'm considering is a 6spd touring/sport, not a base/sport.

Anyway, I think I'll be going with a 370 as well.....90% sure anyway. LOL

djsizzy · 12-19-2009, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by oo7mech

The G is supposed to be faster according to Road & Track I've read somewhere. So I wouldn't say the G isn't sporty or doesn't have performance.

But, I went with the Z ! It was soo hard though. Felt like i was loosing my Old' Yeller. But definatly happy with my Z.

The kicker was being young and getting a race-car now. Luxury car later when we are older and hopefully have more money to afford a brand new one.

Good Choice, I think. I would have preferred a newer car to a used for the same price, albeit without all the amenities. Luxury cars can be for later in life.

F430Spider · 12-19-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by TacoZ

Please pick the G37. I don't want to see another 370Z on the road. The less 370Zs on the road, the better

It's not like he's guna destroy the 370z if he picks the g37 lol...

Ken · 12-19-2009, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by f430spider

it's not like he's guna destroy the 370z if he picks the g37 lol...

lol

StLRedrider · 12-19-2009, 03:49 PM

Z

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Ken Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: AB Posts: 23 Drives: 2009 PW 370 M6 Rep Power: 16	007mech I think you made a solid decision in keeping the 370. It's funny how so many of us here are currently (or have been at one time) debating between owning these 2 cars....like I said, I'm even debating the same colors you had! The only diff is that the 370 I'm considering is a 6spd touring/sport, not a base/sport. Anyway, I think I'll be going with a 370 as well.....90% sure anyway. LOL Last edited by Ken; 12-19-2009 at 03:36 AM.

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OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 16	Age is no longer determinative regarding the Z. I'm 61 years old and just bought a new 370Z to replace my last "hobby car," a beautiful 1995 Miata M I bough new and am keeping, now with classic plates. My only concession to age was getting the automatic tranny, in anticipation of possible knee problems during the years of ownership of my 370Z. But when dealing on "upscale" sports cars like the Z, middle age does not disqualify---it actually makes it easier to afford such toys, since the kids are all educated, grown, self-supporting and looking at "hobby cars" of their own.

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lrgoldberg02 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Merrick, NY Posts: 15 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z MB A7 Rep Power: 15	I can comment on this, as I have both a Z (just picked it up today though!) and a 2008 G35x Sport (4 door). Based off of my very brief Z ownership thus far... If I had to have one, it'd be the Z. Nothing feels quite like a true sports car, and the Z is a true sports car in every sense of the term. That said, the G is infinitely more practical, rides a lot smoother, and has a gorgeous interior with room, all of which may be important later in life. As someone said before, the steering in the G is quite a bit lighter, and while it has great road feel, it doesn't feel like a true sports car. In sum, they are both awesome - But knowing your situation, the Z would win in my book.