No more Z for me....

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by 6MT

I just don't get it. I've never had any issues with my Z. I've owned it for over a year, driven over 9000 miles, driven hard at times, and never had any problems/issues.

I know, there are a lot of threads with various problems and dislikes. But that's human nature. To each their own. If you can't find happiness in a Z, then something else would probably be better for you.

Bad luck (?). Maybe. Poor care (?). Maybe.

I never had issues with mine either (aside from the ECU whine) but you don't have to read the forums long to see that there are a few bad apples out there. In general these cars are very well built and reliable, but every now and then a bad one slips through the cracks.

6MT · 09-30-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I never had issues with mine either (aside from the ECU whine) but you don't have to read the forums long to see that there are a few bad apples out there. In general these cars are very well built and reliable, but every now and then a bad one slips through the cracks.

Just like most things in life.

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 6MT

Just like most things in life.

FuszNissan · 09-30-2010, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I never had issues with mine either (aside from the ECU whine) but you don't have to read the forums long to see that there are a few bad apples out there. In general these cars are very well built and reliable, but every now and then a bad one slips through the cracks.

Read the paper, doesn't help that people smoke pot and drink on the assembly line....lol

JB1 · 09-30-2010, 09:48 AM

Looks like the Mustang 5.0 is the "Z replacement car of choice". This already is the 4th Z replaced by a Mustang on the forum. (as far as I have seen, there probably are more) Interesting, Ford is doing something right! I have yet to hear about someone replacing a Z with a Camaro or Charger.

Cunnos · 09-30-2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Educ8r

so yeah, I probably will never set foot in a Nissan dealership again. Here is the new toy...Five Point Oh!

Hey man that really is unfortunate that you had bad luck with the Z. I am really interested in the main differences between the Z and stang. There are so many forums and debates about these cars.......so i think you could shed some light on the main differences, pros and cons of each car since youve had both cars. PLEASE SHARE!!!!!!!!

Ty Weezy · 09-30-2010, 09:55 AM

I was never a fan of the mustang but the new 5.0 is pretty solid. Loving the power of the v8 but I just cant get into the look of the mustang and probably never will. But hey if everyone liked the same thing this world would be pretty boring!

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by JB1

Looks like the Mustang 5.0 is the "Z replacement car of choice". This already is the 4th Z replaced by a Mustang on the forum. (as far as I have seen, there probably are more) Interesting, Ford is doing something right! I have yet to hear about someone replacing a Z with a Camaro or Charger.

Much like the Z the 5.0 is a world class handler (especially with the Brembo package) so those of us that have made the switch really don't feel like we're missing anything in terms of handling. Stock for stock the Z is more precise and quicker in transitions, but the Mustang matches it in outright grip and, based on my experiences, has better brakes (stock) and a much better balance (again, stock).

The 5.0 is a lot like the Z in that it brings in buyers who otherwise never would have considered the car before. How many people glossed over the 350 for some euro ride but were drawn in by the 370? A lot! It's the same with the Mustang. Lots of former Japanese & Euro sports car and sports sedan owners are jumping ship to try something new.

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 09:58 AM

Also, the list right now I think is as follows:

Traitors

1. Modshack
2. Red370
3. ME!
4. Carbonguy (except he got a 2011 GT500!)
5. Educ8r

And I have been talking with a few other members who are thinking about making the jump.

SoCal 370Z · 09-30-2010, 09:59 AM

I think MiniCobra1 might make the jump too.

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 10:00 AM

I thought he was waiting but I know he's been posting more on the Mustang forums than he has here lately, so I dunno.

Educ8r · 09-30-2010, 10:02 AM

Google 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 vs BMW M3

and yes the Z is much "prettier" than the Mustang

SoCal 370Z · 09-30-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I thought he was waiting but I know he's been posting more on the Mustang forums than he has here lately, so I dunno.

He's been chomping at the bit for a while now. I've not seen him do anything new to his 370Z.

m4a1mustang · 09-30-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

He's been chomping at the bit for a while now. I've not seen him do anything new to his 370Z.

I figured as much.

shadoquad · 09-30-2010, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Educ8r

Google 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 vs BMW M3

and yes the Z is much "prettier" than the Mustang

There have been a few threads about Motor Trend's comparison of the GT and the M3. And, as I've said in all of them, I'm absolutely stunned that Ford's bad boy can keep up with the German for half the price. The Stang is a fantastic performance bargain. The Z is still a better fit for me, but I'm not surprised that the Stang is doing as well as it is. Again, congrats educ8r on a wonderful performance car.

09-30-2010, 09:48 AM	#35 (permalink)
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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Also, the list right now I think is as follows: Traitors 1. Modshack 2. Red370 3. ME! 4. Carbonguy (except he got a 2011 GT500!) 5. Educ8r And I have been talking with a few other members who are thinking about making the jump. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

09-30-2010, 09:59 AM	#40 (permalink)
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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	I thought he was waiting but I know he's been posting more on the Mustang forums than he has here lately, so I dunno. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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09-30-2010, 09:55 AM	#37 (permalink)
Ty Weezy Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Philly, PA Posts: 129 Drives: 09 370z Nismo M6 Rep Power: 15	I was never a fan of the mustang but the new 5.0 is pretty solid. Loving the power of the v8 but I just cant get into the look of the mustang and probably never will. But hey if everyone liked the same thing this world would be pretty boring!