370z Complaints so far?

molamann · 05-15-2009, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Nukluk

I agree with a lot of the shortfalls listed in this thread. But all-in-all, I love my new 307z.

Fix # 1 on my Z was the blind spots. I put a 2" convex mirror on both outside mirrors. They were the smallest size that PepBoys had. But e-shopping a bit, I see there are some 1.5" ones out there.

They don't look bad, imo -- especially compared to the added safety during lane-changes, etc.

I'll try to post a couple pics in this post asap...

I installed a convex mirror about 2 months ago and I didn't like it at first thinking I would get used to it... but that never happened.

I'm still not quite used to it. I just can't seem to put enough faith into my mirrors so I always end up doing a head check.

MightyBobo · 05-16-2009, 10:37 AM

I dont think I could ever defile the exterior of my car by putting those on. I'd rather pull an Exorcism and twist my head around 360 degrees.

FuszNissan · 05-16-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I dont think I could ever defile the exterior of my car by putting those on. I'd rather pull an Exorcism and twist my head around 360 degrees.

+1

antennahead · 05-16-2009, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I dont think I could ever defile the exterior of my car by putting those on. I'd rather pull an Exorcism and twist my head around 360 degrees.

I don't have any problems, have the 3 mirrors adjusted to eliminate almost all the blind spots. As long as you are careful and don't goose it backing up you are fine.

John

Nukluk · 05-18-2009, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I dont think I could ever defile the exterior of my car by putting those on. I'd rather pull an Exorcism and twist my head around 360 degrees.

Meh... one man's defile is another man's safety.

I'd much rather have those mirrors on than defile the entire passenger's side exterior by side-swiping someone.

I love my car. But I love having arms and legs too - and being alive is also a plus. So for me at least, being able to 'un-blind' some spots was a necessary defile.

TheWeatherman · 05-18-2009, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Nukluk

Meh... one man's defile is another man's safety.

I'd much rather have those mirrors on than defile the entire passenger's side exterior by side-swiping someone.

I love my car. But I love having arms and legs too - and being alive is also a plus. So for me at least, being able to 'un-blind' some spots was a necessary defile.

+1 on convex mirrors. Smart.

2bits · 05-18-2009, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Nukluk

Meh... one man's defile is another man's safety.

I'd much rather have those mirrors on than defile the entire passenger's side exterior by side-swiping someone.

I love my car. But I love having arms and legs too - and being alive is also a plus. So for me at least, being able to 'un-blind' some spots was a necessary defile.

Agree, +1. They are barely noticeable, and to say they defile the exterior is a bit over the top.

Silhouette · 06-18-2009, 08:48 PM

The Japanese spec 370z has a rear wiper, right?

theDreamer · 06-18-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Silhouette

The Japanese spec 370z has a rear wiper, right?

Yes

kannibul · 06-19-2009, 11:53 AM

I wish it had a telescoping steering wheel.

Mostly, I'm driving the Z with may arms on my legs grabbing the wheel from underneath.

I'd prefer the 12:00 one-armed, left hand only style that I'm used to...but no can do without leaning forward...then everything is out of position (mirrors, etc) I can adjust the seatback and make it work...but the mirrors and blindspots move.

I'd also like a "quick release" seat-forward thing - there are small compartments behind the seats, but not in the hatch - it'd be nice to be able to get to them easier...

Navi-less systems having a deeper compartment. Can't store CD's there =/

nogoodname · 06-19-2009, 11:06 PM

automatically lock when the car starts moving is not bad, i like that

raps101 · 06-19-2009, 11:52 PM

No heated mirrors is a bigggg problem. What the heck do you do when the mirrors fog up or ice up? How can this be? my 350 has heated mirrors!?!?

kannibul · 06-20-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by raps101

No heated mirrors is a bigggg problem. What the heck do you do when the mirrors fog up or ice up? How can this be? my 350 has heated mirrors!?!?

Blow Torch?

frost · 06-20-2009, 11:16 AM

Since there is 269 posts, I can't go through them all to see if this was said, but:
Still no hood struts, really?

Lady Z · 06-20-2009, 01:33 PM

Hi everyone! I'm new... MY biggest complaint at this time is the excessive paint chips. I do have a protective bra now (newly installed) but its over the existing chips. Ive only had my car a month...the dealer has offered to paint lower front of car but, will I get it back in a condition that is acceptable to me?
Has any one had a bra on (new car) long enough to see if it actually prevents paint chipping?
Also has anyone used a "invisicord" to mount radar? If so which model.

05-16-2009, 10:37 AM	#2 (permalink)
MightyBobo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 8,465 Drives: No cars; only bikes Rep Power: 53	I dont think I could ever defile the exterior of my car by putting those on. I'd rather pull an Exorcism and twist my head around 360 degrees. __________________ I don't own a car anymore.

06-18-2009, 08:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
Silhouette Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: In the fastlane Posts: 36 Drives: BMW 330xi Rep Power: 16	The Japanese spec 370z has a rear wiper, right?

06-19-2009, 11:53 AM	#10 (permalink)
kannibul A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Jenks, OK Posts: 2,281 Drives: 370z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 267	I wish it had a telescoping steering wheel. Mostly, I'm driving the Z with may arms on my legs grabbing the wheel from underneath. I'd prefer the 12:00 one-armed, left hand only style that I'm used to...but no can do without leaning forward...then everything is out of position (mirrors, etc) I can adjust the seatback and make it work...but the mirrors and blindspots move. I'd also like a "quick release" seat-forward thing - there are small compartments behind the seats, but not in the hatch - it'd be nice to be able to get to them easier... Navi-less systems having a deeper compartment. Can't store CD's there =/

06-19-2009, 11:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	automatically lock when the car starts moving is not bad, i like that

06-19-2009, 11:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
raps101 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New York Posts: 60 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z T/M6 Rep Power: 16	No heated mirrors is a bigggg problem. What the heck do you do when the mirrors fog up or ice up? How can this be? my 350 has heated mirrors!?!?

06-20-2009, 11:16 AM	#14 (permalink)
frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	Since there is 269 posts, I can't go through them all to see if this was said, but: Still no hood struts, really?

06-20-2009, 01:33 PM	#15 (permalink)
Lady Z Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 17 Drives: 09 370Z Tour/Navi MB Rep Power: 16	Hi everyone! I'm new... MY biggest complaint at this time is the excessive paint chips. I do have a protective bra now (newly installed) but its over the existing chips. Ive only had my car a month...the dealer has offered to paint lower front of car but, will I get it back in a condition that is acceptable to me? Has any one had a bra on (new car) long enough to see if it actually prevents paint chipping? Also has anyone used a "invisicord" to mount radar? If so which model.