1st time Z buyer?

shumby · 02-26-2009, 11:02 PM

datsun FTW

frost · 02-26-2009, 11:06 PM

Wow, wasn't expecting all the new Z owners. Not sure what that means, that the 370 is catching so many eyes that the 350 didnt.

arcticreaver · 02-27-2009, 04:57 PM

370z is my first Z.

Nikon FM · 02-28-2009, 11:09 AM

First Z for me. Glad about the timing. I think the 370Z has re written some general performance targets............How can a stock purchase get any better?

Love mine

frost · 02-28-2009, 12:39 PM

This thread continues to surprise me. 350 owners just not in the market for a new car? do us 350 owners just hate the 370? whats the deal?

brisk · 02-28-2009, 02:46 PM

it would be a first Z...
but i had a g35c before which is in the same "family" lol

love nissan/infiniti cars!

Brizzie · 02-28-2009, 10:41 PM

i had a g35 coupe, cant wait to get my z

RedlineHR · 03-01-2009, 12:43 AM

I have had two 350z's and I'd love to upgrade to the 370, but the resale values on these cars are so low, it makes it tough.

My 07 has dropped 41% in value since I purchased it new in April of 07. So obviously, I did not put nearly enough down to account for the freefalling depreciation of the 350. Not sure if it's the economy or what, but 41% is just disgusting

. So I am seriously upside down in the loan.

Buying at the end of the body style run was probably a bad idea, but I did get the best of the z33 by far and it has been an absolute blast.

I could just take the hit on my cash savings, but I am not sure if the 370 is faster enough to warrant that. With some bolt-ons and NO tune, I am putting down 296HP/260WTQ - SAE corrected. No doubt the 370's handling is in another league, so it's tempting. And that SyncroRev-match is the best thing I never knew I needed.

I think the 370 is a logical upgrade for 03-05 350z owners. Nissan made interior improvements to the 350 in 06 (I flat-out did not like the interiors in the 03-05) and the engine upgrade to HR in 07-08.

So the 370 is:
- a much better overall car than the 03-05 350z
- a more powerful and better handling car than the 06
- a better handling car than the 07-08's.

I am still trying to decide if I want to upgrade. I was saving for a GTR, but I just can't stomach a $5k brake job when the time came - that's just rediculous. Maybe when I'm older.

I may wait to see what Stillen's 370 supercharger does and then make a decision. I think the 370 is a much better platform to sink $$ into.

If I did not live in Cali, I would just TT the HR 350z and do some suspension mods, but if I get caught with a turbo in this state, they can impound the car, or at a minimum, fine me and I pay $2k to have the car put back to stock! There are no CA legal FI systems for the 07-08 HR engines.

I do hate the 370's blind spots in the back. This car needs split back-up cams so you can see. And the high hood/windshield line (A result of the new, larger shared FM platform) in combination with the large and high mirrors makes for a serious blind spot where the center medians are when making a left-hand turn. I had to move my head around to see past those big mirrrors. Also, the trunk is considerably smaller than the 350 - even though they moved the brace forward.

But the 370 has a MUCH better Bose stereo in the touring. Voice-activated nav is cool. Using the nav display for playlist and music folder browsing and other menu browsing while using the buttons on the steering wheel is just cool. I LOVE the faux suade inserts in the leather seats. My list of cool could go on... you get the idea.

I'd like to see the z34 nismo too before I make a move.

Greg · 03-01-2009, 07:37 AM

My 06ZR was my 1st Z. Now Im waiting on the Nismo 370 and what it may have in store.

spiderman · 03-01-2009, 10:13 AM

My first Z. My brother has a 260Z and a 2006 350Z and loves them. I drive a modified Audi A4 1.8TQ which will be my daily driver. I can't wait for my new toy to come in. Delivery in April/May (PG Touring, Sport with 6M, Nav, Illuminated Sills, Mats). Adding Stillen Cat Back, Berk HFC's, and Tint to start off.

Black kNight · 03-01-2009, 01:46 PM

It will be my first Z . But I have to wait one year than I can get it one because i want to buy the car by cash

BrokenVow · 03-02-2009, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by hiz-n-herz

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My 07 has dropped 41% in value since I purchased it new in April of 07. So obviously, I did not put nearly enough down to account for the freefalling depreciation of the 350. Not sure if it's the economy or what, but 41% is just disgusting

. So I am seriously upside down in the loan.

Oh man. I got mine (used) for 2k less than the KBB value. That was just about a year ago. Now I owe about 3k more than what its worth.

Crash · 03-02-2009, 05:51 AM

I have a Z32, so I don't fall into these categories to vote! LOL. This will be my second z.

FairmanZ · 03-03-2009, 06:37 PM

I wonder if the title of this poll is drawing all the first time Z owners to post in this thread. Because from just a random look at other threads, there seems to be a ton of folks who list the 350z as their current "drive".

Maybe the 350z owners are either not in a position to upgrade yet or are happy enough with their 350 to stay put for a while.

Valentino · 04-06-2010, 02:44 AM

This is my first Z.

View Poll Results: First time Z owner?
The 370 is my first Z	96	80.00%
I owned a 350z, so the 370z is a natural upgrade	12	10.00%
Z car collector, having owned many Z models	12	10.00%
Voters: 120. You may not vote on this poll

02-26-2009, 11:02 PM	#16 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 237	datsun FTW __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

02-28-2009, 11:09 AM	#19 (permalink)
Nikon FM Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Snoqualmie WA Posts: 973 Drives: 03 996TT Porsche Rep Power: 606	First Z for me. Glad about the timing. I think the 370Z has re written some general performance targets............How can a stock purchase get any better? Love mine __________________ Buddy Revell: "One man's sooner is another man's later"

03-01-2009, 07:37 AM	#24 (permalink)
Greg Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Francisco Age: 57 Posts: 551 Drives: 06 350 ZR CS Rep Power: 300	My 06ZR was my 1st Z. Now Im waiting on the Nismo 370 and what it may have in store. __________________ Chef Greg At Your Service

03-01-2009, 10:13 AM	#25 (permalink)
spiderman Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 57 Drives: PG Touring/Sport/6M Rep Power: 268	My first Z. My brother has a 260Z and a 2006 350Z and loves them. I drive a modified Audi A4 1.8TQ which will be my daily driver. I can't wait for my new toy to come in. Delivery in April/May (PG Touring, Sport with 6M, Nav, Illuminated Sills, Mats). Adding Stillen Cat Back, Berk HFC's, and Tint to start off. __________________ *grateful to be alive ... grateful to drive!* Last edited by spiderman; 03-01-2009 at 10:44 AM.

02-27-2009, 04:57 PM	#18 (permalink)
arcticreaver Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 769 Drives: 2009 Z34 7AT PG Rep Power: 924	370z is my first Z.

02-28-2009, 02:46 PM	#21 (permalink)
brisk Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 132 Drives: 370z? Rep Power: 16	it would be a first Z... but i had a g35c before which is in the same "family" lol love nissan/infiniti cars!

02-28-2009, 10:41 PM	#22 (permalink)
Brizzie Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Loganville,GA Posts: 23 Drives: 08 white altima sdn Rep Power: 17	i had a g35 coupe, cant wait to get my z

03-01-2009, 12:43 AM	#23 (permalink)
RedlineHR Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CA Bay area Posts: 71 Drives: Red 07 Z, SS 06 Z Rep Power: 242	I have had two 350z's and I'd love to upgrade to the 370, but the resale values on these cars are so low, it makes it tough. My 07 has dropped 41% in value since I purchased it new in April of 07. So obviously, I did not put nearly enough down to account for the freefalling depreciation of the 350. Not sure if it's the economy or what, but 41% is just disgusting . So I am seriously upside down in the loan. Buying at the end of the body style run was probably a bad idea, but I did get the best of the z33 by far and it has been an absolute blast. I could just take the hit on my cash savings, but I am not sure if the 370 is faster enough to warrant that. With some bolt-ons and NO tune, I am putting down 296HP/260WTQ - SAE corrected. No doubt the 370's handling is in another league, so it's tempting. And that SyncroRev-match is the best thing I never knew I needed. I think the 370 is a logical upgrade for 03-05 350z owners. Nissan made interior improvements to the 350 in 06 (I flat-out did not like the interiors in the 03-05) and the engine upgrade to HR in 07-08. So the 370 is: - a much better overall car than the 03-05 350z - a more powerful and better handling car than the 06 - a better handling car than the 07-08's. I am still trying to decide if I want to upgrade. I was saving for a GTR, but I just can't stomach a $5k brake job when the time came - that's just rediculous. Maybe when I'm older. I may wait to see what Stillen's 370 supercharger does and then make a decision. I think the 370 is a much better platform to sink $$ into. If I did not live in Cali, I would just TT the HR 350z and do some suspension mods, but if I get caught with a turbo in this state, they can impound the car, or at a minimum, fine me and I pay $2k to have the car put back to stock! There are no CA legal FI systems for the 07-08 HR engines. I do hate the 370's blind spots in the back. This car needs split back-up cams so you can see. And the high hood/windshield line (A result of the new, larger shared FM platform) in combination with the large and high mirrors makes for a serious blind spot where the center medians are when making a left-hand turn. I had to move my head around to see past those big mirrrors. Also, the trunk is considerably smaller than the 350 - even though they moved the brace forward. But the 370 has a MUCH better Bose stereo in the touring. Voice-activated nav is cool. Using the nav display for playlist and music folder browsing and other menu browsing while using the buttons on the steering wheel is just cool. I LOVE the faux suade inserts in the leather seats. My list of cool could go on... you get the idea. I'd like to see the z34 nismo too before I make a move.

03-01-2009, 01:46 PM	#26 (permalink)
Black kNight Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oman Posts: 239 Drives: Model 2003 MB C-180k Rep Power: 273	It will be my first Z . But I have to wait one year than I can get it one because i want to buy the car by cash

03-02-2009, 05:51 AM	#28 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	I have a Z32, so I don't fall into these categories to vote! LOL. This will be my second z. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

03-03-2009, 06:37 PM	#29 (permalink)
FairmanZ Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paradise Posts: 133 Drives: Z34 future owner Rep Power: 16	I wonder if the title of this poll is drawing all the first time Z owners to post in this thread. Because from just a random look at other threads, there seems to be a ton of folks who list the 350z as their current "drive". Maybe the 350z owners are either not in a position to upgrade yet or are happy enough with their 350 to stay put for a while.

04-06-2010, 02:44 AM	#30 (permalink)
Valentino Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: RaceTrack Posts: 349 Drives: SOLD 09,370z,M6 Rep Power: 305	This is my first Z. __________________ Lou Fusz Nissan \| KW V3 \| SPL rear camber and toe bolt \| OS Giken LSD \| Nismo Diff cover \| Engine Oil cooler \| F.I. TDX Cat Back 18" Resonators \| F.I. Resonated Test Pipes \| Injen cold air intake \| COBB AccessPORT \| JWT Clutch Flywheel \|

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