From Solstice to Z

Torrentara · 06-05-2011, 08:52 PM

Hello All...new here, and new to the Z. I got a 2010 370z convertible in black back in mid April. I had a red Pontiac Solstice and was just curious about the Z. I test drove it, and I was blown away by the handling and power and ended up trading in the solstice for it. Thing is, it is a little bigger than the solstice, and I kind of miss that small-ish feeling - like you are closer to the road. Hard to explain. Anyways, I know convertibles handle worse than coupes - and am wondering if I should have gotten the coupe instead of the ragtop. You guys have any opinions?

Oh, and if anyone wonders why I looking around for a car when I had a fairly new 2008 car - it's because Pontiac got sent down the river, and I got tired of being shoved off like a second class citizen at the GM dealerships. I was also not looking forward to the nightmare when my warranty ran out.

onzedge · 06-05-2011, 09:15 PM

Welcome to the Z. BTW: What exactly is a "Pontiac"? The word is familiar somehow.

Econ · 06-05-2011, 09:19 PM

just drove a convertible z the other day for the first time and it was awesome.

007MI6 · 06-05-2011, 09:31 PM

Nice switch! I used to drive verts (mustangs) and yea, they are heavier and have lower handling capabilities. But if you buy a roadster then you are looking for the sheer joy of the ride over the extreme handling. Although a roadster still handles quite well, I can't speak for the Z because I have had coupes, but I am sure you won't be disappointed.

PapoZalsa · 06-05-2011, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

Welcome to the Z. BTW: What exactly is a "Pontiac"? The word is familiar somehow.

Well is a Pontiac Soltice that is move by feeding the hamsters (4 cyl).

However I not sure if the Soltice had a model that was Turbo or SC, because Saturn had a similiar car too.

OldGuy · 06-05-2011, 09:42 PM

I have a Miata in addition to my 370Z. Entirely different cars---and I enjoy them both. My little Miata zips around while the far more powerful Z can be intimidating and is far more luxurious. Both these types of sports cars serve their respective purposes and markets.

PapoZalsa · 06-05-2011, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

I have a Miata in addition to my 370Z. Entirely different cars---and I enjoy them both. My little Miata zips around while the far more powerful Z can be intimidating and is far more luxurious. Both these types of sports cars serve their respective purposes and markets.

Are you calling the Miata or Soltice a Sport Car?

onzedge · 06-05-2011, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

Are you calling the Miata or Soltice a Sport Car?

They are, by definition, sports cars.

PapoZalsa · 06-05-2011, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

They are, by definition, sports cars.

sports car: a car with a high-powered engine; designed for speed, high acceleration, usually seats two persons.

onzedge · 06-05-2011, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

sports car: a car with a high-powered engine; designed for speed, high acceleration, usually seats two persons.

Definition of a Sports Cars

cruzmisl · 06-05-2011, 10:07 PM

Those little go-karts will always be fun in their own way. They're more basic and raw, and you can flog the hell out of them without ******** your pants.

There was a track video on youtube of these expensive cars taking this turn all steady and calm, and then this miata flies by and it looks like he's pushing the thing to the limit, squirrelly out of the turn and at WOT.

I'll post it if I can find it. Those ~10 seconds shows you everything about why these little go-kart cars are legit sports cars.

Roadster4Us · 06-05-2011, 10:23 PM

Besides a couple Miatas I also had a solstice GXP. Four cylinder with factory turbo putting out 260hp. Nice car but the top was a pain to put down and there was really no trunk.

The Z Roadster was built as a Roadster from the ground up unlike the earlier version, designed and engineered along side the coupe version. I find the handling to be excellent and wouldnt dream of giving up my drop top for a solid roof.

While I really enjoyed my previous cars the Z is on another level.

Greg

Torrentara · 06-05-2011, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roadster4Us

Besides a couple Miatas I also had a solstice GXP. Four cylinder with factory turbo putting out 260hp. Nice car but the top was a pain to put down and there was really no trunk.

The Z Roadster was built as a Roadster from the ground up unlike the earlier version, designed and engineered along side the coupe version. I find the handling to be excellent and wouldnt dream of giving up my drop top for a solid roof.

While I really enjoyed my previous cars the Z is on another level.

Greg

Yeah.....I just had a regular solstice....no gxp. I think the car was too heavy for the engine. It took a lot to get it to 45mph. The trunk was the gas tank. It was a cool looking car though.

cruzmisl · 06-05-2011, 11:39 PM

Found it.

http://youtu.be/JAZ9u9oxJTI

steveg78 · 06-05-2011, 11:53 PM

Lol that's funny as hell. It looks more like the miata is busting azz just to keep up.

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Originally Posted by cruzmisl

Found it.

YouTube - ‪VMAX Armageddon MX5 Slide‬‏

06-05-2011, 08:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
Torrentara Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phx, AZ Posts: 5 Drives: 10 Nissan 370Z Rdstr Rep Power: 15	From Solstice to Z Hello All...new here, and new to the Z. I got a 2010 370z convertible in black back in mid April. I had a red Pontiac Solstice and was just curious about the Z. I test drove it, and I was blown away by the handling and power and ended up trading in the solstice for it. Thing is, it is a little bigger than the solstice, and I kind of miss that small-ish feeling - like you are closer to the road. Hard to explain. Anyways, I know convertibles handle worse than coupes - and am wondering if I should have gotten the coupe instead of the ragtop. You guys have any opinions? Oh, and if anyone wonders why I looking around for a car when I had a fairly new 2008 car - it's because Pontiac got sent down the river, and I got tired of being shoved off like a second class citizen at the GM dealerships. I was also not looking forward to the nightmare when my warranty ran out.

06-05-2011, 09:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
onzedge A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Battle Lake MN Age: 64 Posts: 183,964 Drives: 370Z 240Z Rep Power: 2684737	Welcome to the Z. BTW: What exactly is a "Pontiac"? The word is familiar somehow. __________________ Koni\|Swift\|Michelin\|Motordyne\|Berk\|RJM Performance\|Gates\|SPL\|Motul\|Technafit\|Ate Super Blue\|Hawk Tommy Kaira\|Momo\|Optima\|Hella\|Hotchkis\|Red Line\|ZSpeed\|Stillen\|B&M\|H&R

06-05-2011, 09:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
Econ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 2,546 Drives: Fiat? Rep Power: 20	just drove a convertible z the other day for the first time and it was awesome. __________________ 2014 Triumph Thruxton 900 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth 2009 Nissan 370z

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007MI6 Track Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Age: 45 Posts: 703 Drives: Audrey Rep Power: 16	Nice switch! I used to drive verts (mustangs) and yea, they are heavier and have lower handling capabilities. But if you buy a roadster then you are looking for the sheer joy of the ride over the extreme handling. Although a roadster still handles quite well, I can't speak for the Z because I have had coupes, but I am sure you won't be disappointed. __________________ 2011 370Z Touring+Sport Coupe BLK Int\|\|M6\|\|Navigation\|\|Illuminated Door Sills\|\|GoMiniGo LPB

06-05-2011, 10:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
Roadster4Us A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 1,328 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Rep Power: 17	Besides a couple Miatas I also had a solstice GXP. Four cylinder with factory turbo putting out 260hp. Nice car but the top was a pain to put down and there was really no trunk. The Z Roadster was built as a Roadster from the ground up unlike the earlier version, designed and engineered along side the coupe version. I find the handling to be excellent and wouldnt dream of giving up my drop top for a solid roof. While I really enjoyed my previous cars the Z is on another level. Greg __________________ Greg 2013 Camaro ZL1

06-05-2011, 09:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	I have a Miata in addition to my 370Z. Entirely different cars---and I enjoy them both. My little Miata zips around while the far more powerful Z can be intimidating and is far more luxurious. Both these types of sports cars serve their respective purposes and markets.

06-05-2011, 10:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
cruzmisl Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 122 Drives: 08 G37S 6MT Rep Power: 16	Those little go-karts will always be fun in their own way. They're more basic and raw, and you can flog the hell out of them without ******** your pants. There was a track video on youtube of these expensive cars taking this turn all steady and calm, and then this miata flies by and it looks like he's pushing the thing to the limit, squirrelly out of the turn and at WOT. I'll post it if I can find it. Those ~10 seconds shows you everything about why these little go-kart cars are legit sports cars.

06-05-2011, 11:39 PM	#14 (permalink)
cruzmisl Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 122 Drives: 08 G37S 6MT Rep Power: 16	Found it. http://youtu.be/JAZ9u9oxJTI Last edited by cruzmisl; 06-05-2011 at 11:42 PM.

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