Buying used Z , should I avoid the 2009model.?

Econ · 06-15-2011, 03:00 PM

i wish i got nav

OldGuy · 06-15-2011, 09:08 PM

I bought my '09 370Z new and haven't had any problems. Never back to the dealer or any shop at all (except for 2 oil changes) since I drove it off the lot. Having said that, however, I did buy the Clearbra the first day I owned the car, as the paint chips easily and I have only 6,200 mi. on this summer car garage queen. But if you find one like mine, you'll have a trouble free and very enjoyable car.

wheee! · 06-15-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

^ That's news to me.... the nav systems/screen can play movie dvd's?!?!?!? assume only if parked?

Actually yes. The 2010 can play movie dvd's as well as burnt dvd's and DivX format discs. From the USB stick too I believe. And yes, if you have the hack from Brian (bdl99) then you can watch them while in motion too (passenger only of course

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The 2010 screen is 4x sharper than the 2009 and plays back at 720p (min HD)

THAT is one of the main reasons I turned down a 2009 in favour of waiting for a 2010

tranceformer · 06-16-2011, 12:03 AM

2009 and 2010 have different clutches on the 6MT. It seems Nissan changed the pressure plate on the 2010 to a softer one. Definitely noticeable when I swapped out my stock clutch for one out of a 2010 model. We'll see how this new one holds up on the track.

wheee! · 06-16-2011, 09:06 AM

^^^ I don't think so...! Same clutch AFAIK

tranceformer · 06-16-2011, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by wheee!

^^^ I don't think so...! Same clutch AFAIK

I have a 2009 and installed a low mileage clutch from a 2010. There's definitely a difference in pedal pressure. And its not just me who noticed a difference, the installer (jnaut) noticed, we even compared with his 2009.

Econ · 06-16-2011, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

I have a 2009 and installed a low mileage clutch from a 2010. There's definitely a difference in pedal pressure. And its not just me who noticed a difference, the installer (jnaut) noticed, we even compared with his 2009.

interesting...

USINC97 · 06-16-2011, 10:36 PM

No problem with ours. Heated seats but no mirrors. That would have been nice.

06-15-2011, 03:00 PM	#46 (permalink)
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06-16-2011, 12:03 AM	#49 (permalink)
tranceformer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Beach, FL Posts: 1,213 Drives: 2009 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 268	2009 and 2010 have different clutches on the 6MT. It seems Nissan changed the pressure plate on the 2010 to a softer one. Definitely noticeable when I swapped out my stock clutch for one out of a 2010 model. We'll see how this new one holds up on the track. __________________ Ray 2009 370Z Base Sport 6MT / 12.860 @ 109.09mph / 1.921 60ft / street tires official 1/4 mile track times

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06-15-2011, 09:08 PM	#47 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	I bought my '09 370Z new and haven't had any problems. Never back to the dealer or any shop at all (except for 2 oil changes) since I drove it off the lot. Having said that, however, I did buy the Clearbra the first day I owned the car, as the paint chips easily and I have only 6,200 mi. on this summer car garage queen. But if you find one like mine, you'll have a trouble free and very enjoyable car.

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USINC97 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 104 Drives: 09 370Z 6MT/09 Cube Rep Power: 14	No problem with ours. Heated seats but no mirrors. That would have been nice.