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I've just put the first thousand miles on my 2011. For what its worth, here are some observations: 1. Yes it's loud. It's a sports car. I don't understand why
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I've just put the first thousand miles on my 2011. For what its worth, here are some observations:
1. Yes it's loud. It's a sports car. I don't understand why this seems to be such a hot button topic on this forum. I presume everyone who bought one test drove it first. 2. My mpg average over 1000 miles is about 20.5. That seems pretty good for the type of car it is. No complaints in that department. 3. Getting in and out is a bit of a joke, although I'm getting the hang of it. A grab bar on the pillar would have been a good idea. I feel myself rubbing on the shoulder of the seat when I get in and out. I'm concerned that I'll rub a wear spot. Has this happend to others? 4. I really like the cloth seats. They hold well. I guess that's why you don't see leather seats in many race cars. 5. I find this forum to be helpful and entertaining. Because I'm a cranky old guy, though, I'd block any post that even smacks of street racing. It's illegal and people die. I'm thinking some of the younger posters I've read could use some guidence in that area from the gray beards. And so it goes. |
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When getting out, swing your legs out first, turning in the seat, and then use your palm on the door-sill to push and get up/out. *I have had cloth and leather. I like leather with inserts best of all. Really though, all leather in cars is is vinyl faced, except for a few Porsches, I believe. Leather just looks nice. Cloth performs better. |
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When getting out, swing your legs out first, turning in the seat, and then use your palm on the SEAT or knees to push and get up/out.
This is what I've been doing since my left knee started hurting a month ago. Now I'm healed.
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My only problem when getting in and out is i notice my shoes will rub up against the door alot and scuff it. Really only a problem though if im parked next to someone and cant open the door all the way.... and really it only bothers me cause i dont like dirtying up my car lol but a cloth will wipe it right off.
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Wow my knees have been hurting since yesterday. Didn't account it could be from me getting in and out of my car. I've only had mine a couple of weeks. Will definently do the leg swing
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I am 33,000 miles in and love my z, most other tires are much quieter. I agree grab handles really should be in this car, especially on the passenger side. My milage averages 22-24, I get an honest 30 at 70 on cruise. I have done all the mods possible for na and more and have enjoyed working on car. overall its very well designed. It rides much smoother than my friends vett's but handles wonderful and instills confidence. I burn no oil, i run synthetic and go 10000 miles and its still full. I have the 7 speed and love it. I run my car as hard as it can be run on a regular basis, My rear tires were bald and my fronts were 1/2 when I changed. I have no rattles and love my seats. I did put on clear bra when paint chipped excessively. So far I have installed intake, headders, hfcs, FI exhaust,reflash,pulleys,2pcs rotors,advan wheels,light weight battery relocate, modded grill and many other small things. have sport ,touring w nav.
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I wouldn't go 10K on any oil if you're driving the car hard. I stick to 3K w/ Motul, but that's at least partly because I know I'm not getting a full drain, lots of oil gets left in the cooler/lines on each change.
If I were getting a complete drain every time, I might go 6-7K, but even then I'd probably change early anytime I knew the miles were harder (lots of hard drives in the heat), or if the oil on the dipstick started looking or feeling bad (as the oil ages even if it doesn't change color much, you can "feel" between your fingers the difference between a fresh slippery oil and a worn out one, feels more watery/gritty). |
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Yes... the car is ridiculous to get in and out of. Well getting in isn't so bad.. I kinda just sit down and then swing the legs in but getting out.. oi! |
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