370z Complaints so far?

tvfreakazoid · 02-07-2009, 05:06 PM

WOW every 2 years. It must be nice to have mula like that.

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Here are my complaints:

No heated mirrors, WTF is that about? Where I live it's foggy most of the winter and this is a huge safety issue.

No interior fuel release, not a big deal to most but here in Orygun we're too stupid to pump our own gas, so we hire people even dumber to do it for us. Now I have to get out of the car every time to open the fuel door.

No interior trunk release. Why?

Blind spots are terrible and dangerous.

No back up camera. Hello this is a $40k car in the year 2009.

The fuel gauge area/info center is dumb and looks out of place.

When you have your high beams on the little blue light in the dash is very bright and distracting. And it does not dim with the rest of the panel. Why?

No fog lights.

It seems like there should be a bit more sound insulation in the rear near the tires as you get a lot of road noise and other noises from debris in the wheel wells.

These are mostly minor gripes. The car is fantastic to look at and drive. The navi is great as well. The Bose system is just fine for me. I buy new cars every 2 years or so, so I've had many, and I've never had one that was perfect, there were always a few things that drove me crazy, and this car is no exception.

AndreZ Cadena · 03-23-2009, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Here are my complaints:

No heated mirrors, WTF is that about? Where I live it's foggy most of the winter and this is a huge safety issue.

No interior fuel release, not a big deal to most but here in Orygun we're too stupid to pump our own gas, so we hire people even dumber to do it for us. Now I have to get out of the car every time to open the fuel door.

No interior trunk release. Why?

Blind spots are terrible and dangerous.

No back up camera. Hello this is a $40k car in the year 2009.

The fuel gauge area/info center is dumb and looks out of place.

When you have your high beams on the little blue light in the dash is very bright and distracting. And it does not dim with the rest of the panel. Why?

No fog lights.

It seems like there should be a bit more sound insulation in the rear near the tires as you get a lot of road noise and other noises from debris in the wheel wells.

These are mostly minor gripes. The car is fantastic to look at and drive. The navi is great as well. The Bose system is just fine for me. I buy new cars every 2 years or so, so I've had many, and I've never had one that was perfect, there were always a few things that drove me crazy, and this car is no exception.

wow... I dont think any of these are big issues. ITS A SPORTS CAR! The issues I see as an enthusiast, is the oil temp problem, AND THATS IT! this car is very well put toghether, and most people not looking for a Bentley GT would enjoy it.

Pushing_Tin · 03-24-2009, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by AndreZ Cadena

wow... I dont think any of these are big issues. ITS A SPORTS CAR! The issues I see as an enthusiast, is the oil temp problem, AND THATS IT! this car is very well put toghether, and most people not looking for a Bentley GT would enjoy it.

The title of the thread (which I did not start btw) is called "370Z complaints so far." I listed my complaints. I did not ask for a lecture from you or anyone else what constitutes a sports cars. But since you mentioned it I went over to the Porsche website and perused the options on a 911 Targa which I think you would agree is much more of a "sports car" than ours. That said here are some of the options available:

*Self dimming memory mirrors
*Heated mirrors
*Sonar park assist
*Homelink
*Headlight cleaners
*Heated memory seats with ventilation
*Ipod/USB adaptor
*Cornering headlights

There are more, but you get the idea. There is no reason our car can't have many of the same options if people want them. Further some of the complaints I have are safety and not convenience related.

kpsc370z · 03-30-2009, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Here are my complaints:

No heated mirrors, WTF is that about? Where I live it's foggy most of the winter and this is a huge safety issue.

No interior fuel release, not a big deal to most but here in Orygun we're too stupid to pump our own gas, so we hire people even dumber to do it for us. Now I have to get out of the car every time to open the fuel door.

No interior trunk release. Why?

No back up camera.

No fog lights.

It seems like there should be a bit more sound insulation in the rear near the tires as you get a lot of road noise and other noises from debris in the wheel wells.

These are mostly minor gripes. The car is fantastic to look at and drive. The navi is great as well. The Bose system is just fine for me. I buy new cars every 2 years or so, so I've had many, and I've never had one that was perfect, there were always a few things that drove me crazy, and this car is no exception.

all these complaints can be solved with 2 words... weight loss!
they were more in line with light weight and balance than comfort items

Pushing_Tin · 03-30-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by kpsc370z

all these complaints can be solved with 2 words... weight loss!
they were more in line with light weight and balance than comfort items

All of those things combined don't weigh 10lbs. They don't have to be standard, but they should be an option on a $40k car.

Cotywishlow · 07-03-2011, 03:33 AM

They actually all Come stock with heated mirrors. And if u can't parallel without a cam I think u need sum driving lessons

TypeOne · 07-03-2011, 12:37 PM

My complaint is that my car is too good looking and I can't stop thinking about driving it.

onzedge · 07-04-2011, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TypeOne

My complaint is that my car is too good looking and I can't stop thinking about driving it.

Skeeterbop · 11-10-2011, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by TypeOne

My complaint is that my car is too good looking and I can't stop thinking about driving it.

My problem is I can't stop staring at my car's legs in my side mirrors, they look so sexy. Maybe I should start driving in reverse...

LakeShow · 11-10-2011, 12:40 AM

My complaints are it's way too fun, sounds nice, looks amazing, and drives like a beast. I should sell my car for all these problems. Don't buy one, you may suffer my same problems.

Bshields22 · 12-23-2015, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

Here are my complaints:

No heated mirrors, WTF is that about? Where I live it's foggy most of the winter and this is a huge safety issue.

No interior fuel release, not a big deal to most but here in Orygun we're too stupid to pump our own gas, so we hire people even dumber to do it for us. Now I have to get out of the car every time to open the fuel door.

No interior trunk release. Why?

Blind spots are terrible and dangerous.

No back up camera. Hello this is a $40k car in the year 2009.

The fuel gauge area/info center is dumb and looks out of place.

When you have your high beams on the little blue light in the dash is very bright and distracting. And it does not dim with the rest of the panel. Why?

No fog lights.

It seems like there should be a bit more sound insulation in the rear near the tires as you get a lot of road noise and other noises from debris in the wheel wells.

These are mostly minor gripes. The car is fantastic to look at and drive. The navi is great as well. The Bose system is just fine for me. I buy new cars every 2 years or so, so I've had many, and I've never had one that was perfect, there were always a few things that drove me crazy, and this car is no exception.

Agree with most of what you say, not sure when the backup cameras were part of a package but my 2012 has one.

Trunk release, definitely

I used to think that about sound insulation too, however when I got Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Postion tires, the tire sounds practically went silent...maybe try that on your next set of tires

sticky tires too btw

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LOL!! so jut noticed this post was back in 2009 HAHA! I'm a little late to this party I think...

cames4 · 12-24-2015, 12:39 PM

Some of your findings are spot on but you do have a 09 model, my 10 and 14 models have heated mirrors and the 14 has a camera (first year it was required on all cars I believe. As for the blind spots there are plenty BUT better than Mustang, Camaro, and the Challenger is the worst. I added convex mirrors on both OEM mirrors and the blind-spots disappear. Yes, the OEM tire are terrible with noise, I replaced mine with Michelin SS. Better traction, smoother ride and must less noise. Z is not perfect but for the the buck it is a superb car to play with. (IMHO)

TerribleONE · 01-26-2009, 04:46 AM

at&t phones will do that to any stereo if placed close enough... ^ also.. the non telescoping steering wheel seems to bother me most as of now..

coaxial · 01-26-2009, 05:03 AM

Yay For T.D.M.I Interference

semtex · 01-26-2009, 08:17 AM

This thread might interest you.

Initial 370Z v. 350Z impressions (after 5 days of 370Z ownership)

11-10-2011, 12:40 AM	#10 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	My complaints are it's way too fun, sounds nice, looks amazing, and drives like a beast. I should sell my car for all these problems. Don't buy one, you may suffer my same problems. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

01-26-2009, 08:17 AM	#15 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 54 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 33	This thread might interest you. Initial 370Z v. 350Z impressions (after 5 days of 370Z ownership) __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

07-03-2011, 03:33 AM	#6 (permalink)
Cotywishlow Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1 Drives: 2010 roadster black Rep Power: 14	They actually all Come stock with heated mirrors. And if u can't parallel without a cam I think u need sum driving lessons

07-03-2011, 12:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
TypeOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 2,682 Drives: BSM 370 Rep Power: 1851	My complaint is that my car is too good looking and I can't stop thinking about driving it.

12-24-2015, 12:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
cames4 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 63 Drives: 2014 Z-Touring Stick Rep Power: 15	Some of your findings are spot on but you do have a 09 model, my 10 and 14 models have heated mirrors and the 14 has a camera (first year it was required on all cars I believe. As for the blind spots there are plenty BUT better than Mustang, Camaro, and the Challenger is the worst. I added convex mirrors on both OEM mirrors and the blind-spots disappear. Yes, the OEM tire are terrible with noise, I replaced mine with Michelin SS. Better traction, smoother ride and must less noise. Z is not perfect but for the the buck it is a superb car to play with. (IMHO)

01-26-2009, 04:46 AM	#13 (permalink)
TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5851	at&t phones will do that to any stereo if placed close enough... ^ also.. the non telescoping steering wheel seems to bother me most as of now..

01-26-2009, 05:03 AM	#14 (permalink)
coaxial Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Santa Barbara Posts: 53 Drives: 07-675 Daytona-Red Rep Power: 17	Yay For T.D.M.I Interference