Man, these Z's are Awesome!!!

ferrari_rich · 02-08-2010, 08:04 PM

I have driven many different cars in my life. Drove professionally for BMW and Mercedes, owned a Ferrari, 3 Porsches and many more, BUT, I still can't believe how incredible this Z is!!!

I'm almost done with my break-in period, and haven't even gotten to really feel the full experience of the Z, but man I love this car!!

Anyone who's thinking of getting one, IMO you definitely won't regret it. By far my favorite car to date (owned about 30+ in my life)

I'm stoked!!!

Almost perfect.
Handling... amazing. Rivals the Porsche Cayman (I almost prefer it to the Cayman, which feels a bit light in the front end)
Power... love the low end torque
Engine sound... very sweet
and one of the nicest lines of any car I know
My ONLY negative comment is the side view mirrors, too large which abstuct visability

My Rating...5 stars with an exclamation point!

Just thought I'd share my enthusiasm

NYBladeZ · 02-08-2010, 08:07 PM

I feel the same way everyday, but I couldn't keep the stock cats on there, test pipes did wonders on the sound

spearfish25 · 02-08-2010, 08:07 PM

I'm impressed to hear this from someone who has had the car history that you hold. All these magazine editors just drive each car for a day or less and then review them like they own them.

Coming from a man who has had Ferraris, Porsches, etc etc; I certainly value the review. I know I've been nothing but in love with my car since I got it last March. My wife is even jealous of my 'mistress' sometimes (I may even spend more on the car than her!...that ain't right).

370Zsteve · 02-08-2010, 08:08 PM

I'm with you, Bubba! I'm at 1700 miles now, so let me just say that when you hit 1200 and finally open this thing up, you are going to be grinning ear-to-ear!

ferrari_rich · 02-08-2010, 08:09 PM

PS and it doesn't cost more than the average house!!! Like some other great cars

ferrari_rich · 02-08-2010, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

I'm with you, Bubba! I'm at 1700 miles now, so let me just say that when you hit 1200 and finally open this thing up, you are going to be grinning ear-to-ear!

1,168 miles now. Maybe tomorrow I'll get to 1,200, and I can feel it's true performance. I may not get much sleep tonight LOL

TamZ · 02-08-2010, 08:16 PM

I love My Z too

And I Agree with the side mirrors (but can't imagine backing up without them with the blind spot)

I also wish the homelink buttons lit up on my rear view mirror like the ones on my H2 do. I need to push them to open the gate to my property as well as my garage and I usually hit the wrong button everytime. (I also wonder sometimes why the unlock button doesn't light up like the lock button does. Or maybe I just have a bad light in that one?)

Your enthusiasm is evident, Rich!

4475 miles now

spearfish25 · 02-08-2010, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ferrari_rich

1,168 miles now. Maybe tomorrow I'll get to 1,200, and I can feel it's true performance. I may not get much sleep tonight LOL

Statistically insignificant difference. Drop the hammer!

I got on mine a bit today with my CBE and HFCs. Still sporting the winter tires which really limit things, but the girl can really fly with these mods.

spearfish25 · 02-08-2010, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TamZ

I also wish the homelink buttons lit up on my rear view mirror like the ones on my H2 do. I need to push them to open the gate to my property as well as my garage and I usually hit the wrong button everytime.

I programmed my primary garage to the button in the middle of the mirror (homelink #3). That way I know the button is always to the right of the green light. Helps a bit, but I still wish they were each illuminated too.

Urbanracer · 02-08-2010, 08:35 PM

Great post, nice to see someone with such a background show such appreciation for the Z.

TamZ · 02-08-2010, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

I programmed my primary garage to the button in the middle of the mirror (homelink #3). That way I know the button is always to the right of the green light. Helps a bit, but I still wish they were each illuminated too.

Hey, that's an idea. I actually use all 3 buttons though, so I still can't figure out why they wouldn't illuminate the dang things!

ferrari_rich · 02-08-2010, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

Statistically insignificant difference. Drop the hammer!

Yeh, I know, but I'm a stickler about numbers!

Roads are clear now, snow due on Tues eve.

So....tomorrow I'll drop the hammer as you said

topcarbon · 02-08-2010, 08:45 PM

Thats encouraging.

I am in the market for a dd.

Ferrari, Porsche, BMW........you are missing one

ferrari_rich · 02-08-2010, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by topcarbon

I am in the market for a dd.

??????

I'm old school What's dd?

romoore14 · 02-08-2010, 08:51 PM

ferrari_rich, I am so glad to read your opinion on the Z! Your experience over the years with all those awesome cars you mentioned just makes me truly understand, that what I purchased this past weekend is a very special, special automobile! I can't wait to get to that 1200 mile marker and experience her full potential! I tasted a little of the beast this afternoon when accidentally got her rev'd up above 5k!!!!!!!

02-08-2010, 08:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
ferrari_rich Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: out of here Posts: 79 Drives: Z Rep Power: 16	Man, these Z's are Awesome!!! I have driven many different cars in my life. Drove professionally for BMW and Mercedes, owned a Ferrari, 3 Porsches and many more, BUT, I still can't believe how incredible this Z is!!! I'm almost done with my break-in period, and haven't even gotten to really feel the full experience of the Z, but man I love this car!! Anyone who's thinking of getting one, IMO you definitely won't regret it. By far my favorite car to date (owned about 30+ in my life) I'm stoked!!! Almost perfect. Handling... amazing. Rivals the Porsche Cayman (I almost prefer it to the Cayman, which feels a bit light in the front end) Power... love the low end torque Engine sound... very sweet and one of the nicest lines of any car I know My ONLY negative comment is the side view mirrors, too large which abstuct visability My Rating...5 stars with an exclamation point! Just thought I'd share my enthusiasm

02-08-2010, 08:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	I feel the same way everyday, but I couldn't keep the stock cats on there, test pipes did wonders on the sound __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

02-08-2010, 08:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	I'm impressed to hear this from someone who has had the car history that you hold. All these magazine editors just drive each car for a day or less and then review them like they own them. Coming from a man who has had Ferraris, Porsches, etc etc; I certainly value the review. I know I've been nothing but in love with my car since I got it last March. My wife is even jealous of my 'mistress' sometimes (I may even spend more on the car than her!...that ain't right). __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

02-08-2010, 08:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
370Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Gold Coast CT Posts: 10,599 Drives: 2019 Corvette G.S. Rep Power: 43	I'm with you, Bubba! I'm at 1700 miles now, so let me just say that when you hit 1200 and finally open this thing up, you are going to be grinning ear-to-ear! __________________ SOLD MY Z MARCH 2018 - another Core OG moves on - new ride 2019 Z Corvette Grand Sport - no mods necessary but already have eyes on HFC and intakes LOL IT NEVER ENDS.

02-08-2010, 08:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
TamZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: So Cal Posts: 433 Drives: 2011 Mercedes GL 350 Rep Power: 16	I love My Z too And I Agree with the side mirrors (but can't imagine backing up without them with the blind spot) I also wish the homelink buttons lit up on my rear view mirror like the ones on my H2 do. I need to push them to open the gate to my property as well as my garage and I usually hit the wrong button everytime. (I also wonder sometimes why the unlock button doesn't light up like the lock button does. Or maybe I just have a bad light in that one?) Your enthusiasm is evident, Rich! 4475 miles now __________________ Tammy Last edited by TamZ; 02-08-2010 at 08:17 PM. Reason: to add mileage

02-08-2010, 08:09 PM	#5 (permalink)
ferrari_rich Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: out of here Posts: 79 Drives: Z Rep Power: 16	PS and it doesn't cost more than the average house!!! Like some other great cars

02-08-2010, 08:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
Urbanracer Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The mid-west, USA Posts: 266 Drives: God's Chariot Rep Power: 16	Great post, nice to see someone with such a background show such appreciation for the Z. __________________ 09 Nismo - HKS \| Berk \| HPS \| K&N \| Zspeed 09 Maxima \| 09 CBR 1000RR \| 02 CBR F4i

02-08-2010, 08:45 PM	#13 (permalink)
topcarbon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: pto vallarta Posts: 273 Drives: vw gti Rep Power: 15	Thats encouraging. I am in the market for a dd. Ferrari, Porsche, BMW........you are missing one __________________

02-08-2010, 08:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
romoore14 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Baytown, TX Posts: 53 Drives: 10',370Z,Red,A/T,SPk Rep Power: 15	ferrari_rich, I am so glad to read your opinion on the Z! Your experience over the years with all those awesome cars you mentioned just makes me truly understand, that what I purchased this past weekend is a very special, special automobile! I can't wait to get to that 1200 mile marker and experience her full potential! I tasted a little of the beast this afternoon when accidentally got her rev'd up above 5k!!!!!!!

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