cant pull the trigger...

nogoodname · 06-13-2010, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by TheShoura

Ok so well to make a long story short, I drive my dads car right now and I want something of my own.. my current car is a VERSA, **** sucks to drive man, its so slow and boring

I've talked up about getting something sporty and my parents don't even want to help me buying something that expensive, they thing I'm stupid.. well... I'm 20 and I'm pulling in decent income.. I was initially going for a genesis coupe.. 3.8 track model would be nice and is fully loaded under 28k

However the 370Z seems so much more appealing for a couple reasons.. The Genesis coupe has a lot of problems.. If you search some of its related forums, they've got manual gearbox problems, the engine making crazy noises, and there's a general lack of aftermarket support for now (its increasing..)

I like the 370Z but I'm sure its had its fair share of quirks.. I see a lot about oil temp, but...is that it? I've gone through several different forum boards and all I see is 'if u drive hard get an oil cooler'... is that really it?

Also, I can't convince myself that the 370Z is worth the extra 8-12k its gonna cost me.. None of the dealerships have a manual 370Z... I want to test drive one before I finally decide what I want to get, yet nobody has a manual 370Z in stock...

For the features, I'm looking at Touring with Sport package.. I had a dealer offer me the 40th aniversary edition for like 36k... that doesn't make much sense, if they are rarer? Are these just glorified base models?

I'm in the works of getting quoted for the loan I would need to get this car, insurance is hurting though

If it's too much for you... Why not get a used G or Z? There's a bunch of 350's and G35's... There's alot of options in terms of modding too

Trips · 06-13-2010, 04:26 PM

I don't care what age the op is. His asking legitimate questions, and deserve legitimate answer, Not a crucifixion because his 20.
I was 18 when I got my first Z it was used, I learned plenty on my own and thankfully I didn't get into any trouble. We need to lay off "The your to young to own this car crap".

Dan37TZ · 06-13-2010, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

If it's too much for you... Why not get a used G or Z? There's a bunch of 350's and G35's... There's alot of options in terms of modding too

Yeah, from the OP's initial post, it gave off the impression that the car was almost too expensive. I gave my opnion that maybe he should go with something cheaper yet still fun to drive in the meantime, as a sound financial decision.

If the OP came from an extremely wealthy family and got the 370Z as a present, more power to him. I will be the first one to congratulate him, no matter if he was 15 or 25. To be 20, and be stuck to a 40,000 car payment for the next 5 years or so + insurance, maintenance and fuel costs. I wouldn't want to be in that situation.

TheShoura · 06-13-2010, 04:53 PM

my biggest thing was making sure the 370z wasnt going to be a problematic car to own. That was my point of this thread

to make sure spending another 10 grand would be a good thing to make sure I'm happy with what I spend my money on

i can get the genesis for cheap, but i dont care for cheap if what i get is cheap and in the end spends more time in the shop... you guys understand now?

I want a car that will hold up and in the end, give me more time behind the wheel and less time repairing for failures I did not cause

Modshack · 06-13-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TheShoura

I want a car that will hold up and in the end, give me more time behind the wheel and less time repairing for failures I did not cause

Honestly, most new cars these days (from any manufacturer) will NOT spend much time, if any, in the shop. Hyundai and Nissan are both reliable brands that will give you many miles of trouble-free service if you take care of them..

frost · 06-13-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TheShoura

my biggest thing was making sure the 370z wasnt going to be a problematic car to own. That was my point of this thread

to make sure spending another 10 grand would be a good thing to make sure I'm happy with what I spend my money on

i can get the genesis for cheap, but i dont care for cheap if what i get is cheap and in the end spends more time in the shop... you guys understand now?

I want a car that will hold up and in the end, give me more time behind the wheel and less time repairing for failures I did not cause

Don't sweat them. You know what they say .....

cfweber · 06-13-2010, 05:08 PM

OP, did you get a chance to test drive one yet?

steveg78 · 06-13-2010, 08:04 PM

First off, I hope you can take some constructive criticism. You say you're pulling decent income and "your parents don't even want to help me buying something that expensive"... Why would you expect them to help you at all if "you're pulling decent income"? Also, 36k/yr is going to leave you with nothing once you have a car payment and insurance. Expect to live with mom and dad for a while unless you get some significant raises before your car is paid off. I know you might think you can afford the car, and you may very well be able to. I don't know you entire financial status but based on what you have said, it seems like you are spreading yourself thin. Part of growing up and being responsible is being able to take care of yourself and make smart decisions. Sure, we all make mistakes and learn from them too. I think perhaps you will see the reality of what I'm talking about once you apply for some loans and get insurance quotes.

I know you said you were asking about "the car" and not looking for these types of responses but based on the information you have provided, you're going to get these responses. Maybe if you didn't mention your age, financial status and such and just used the search you would have found your answer.

nolan1016 · 06-13-2010, 10:34 PM

this thread makes me laugh, a bunch of old guys trying to lecture this guy on why he shouldnt get a z because it costs to much. When no one even knows how much he makes. People who work at Walmart live by themselves, living at home or with your parents is no sure fire way to figure out wealth.

steveg78 · 06-13-2010, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by nolan1016

this thread makes me laugh, a bunch of old guys trying to lecture this guy on why he shouldnt get a z because it costs to much. When no one even knows how much he makes. People who work at Walmart live by themselves, living at home or with your parents is no sure fire way to figure out wealth.

If you read closely you would see he said he's making about 3k/mo. Don't know if that's before or after taxes but it doesn't matter.

Go for the 370 if you can afford it. I'm not an old guy either

nogoodname · 06-13-2010, 10:40 PM

With 3K a month and living at home. He can afford it.

He should figure out the invoice prices and start dealing with dealerships. maybe search for any left over 09's in his area that he might like.

Trips · 06-13-2010, 10:42 PM

I think taking a crack at some members looking to make sure he would not get himself into financial problem, isn't a bad thing, Just goes to show that this forum isn't run by 18 yr olds..

nogoodname · 06-13-2010, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple's

I think taking a crack at some members looking to make sure he would not get himself into financial problem, isn't a bad thing, Just goes to show that this forum isn't run by 18 yr olds..

you stole my user title man.... not cool

and OP, get a Z...lol.... no need to sit around a computer...

Trips · 06-13-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

you stole my user title man.... not cool

I was going to ask!!

nogoodname · 06-13-2010, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple's

I was going to ask!!

06-13-2010, 04:26 PM	#47 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I don't care what age the op is. His asking legitimate questions, and deserve legitimate answer, Not a crucifixion because his 20. I was 18 when I got my first Z it was used, I learned plenty on my own and thankfully I didn't get into any trouble. We need to lay off "The your to young to own this car crap". __________________

06-13-2010, 04:53 PM	#49 (permalink)
TheShoura Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Gilbert, Arizona Posts: 9 Drives: 07 Nissan Versa Blue Rep Power: 15	my biggest thing was making sure the 370z wasnt going to be a problematic car to own. That was my point of this thread to make sure spending another 10 grand would be a good thing to make sure I'm happy with what I spend my money on i can get the genesis for cheap, but i dont care for cheap if what i get is cheap and in the end spends more time in the shop... you guys understand now? I want a car that will hold up and in the end, give me more time behind the wheel and less time repairing for failures I did not cause __________________ -siggd

06-13-2010, 10:42 PM	#57 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I think taking a crack at some members looking to make sure he would not get himself into financial problem, isn't a bad thing, Just goes to show that this forum isn't run by 18 yr olds.. __________________

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	With 3K a month and living at home. He can afford it. He should figure out the invoice prices and start dealing with dealerships. maybe search for any left over 09's in his area that he might like.