why did you buy the Z

techumper · 08-26-2011, 03:03 PM

fell in love w/ nissan engines w/ my g35 coupe, then while helping a friend find a car saw my (future) Z on the lot and absolutely fell in love. plus its rare here, everyone drives a mustang or camaro

Masa · 08-26-2011, 03:57 PM

I bought a Z cuz I couldn't afford a 911....

JK

Slade · 08-26-2011, 10:44 AM

My 944 died a couple years ago and I got tired of riding around in a sedan.

I'm in the same boat with Ken Chan, I fell in love with the 370Z when I first saw it. My cousin got one when they first came out and I had a chance to ride in one, the rest was history. The 350Z is a nice car but it never really grabbed me like the 370, when I saw it I was like "gotta have one"

There aren't many cars I'd take over a 370Z if I'm looking for a sports car. A GTR, Cayman S, 911 turbo...but even if I had that kind of cash for those cars I'd probably just throw a twin turbo in the Z and keep going

kenchan · 08-26-2011, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

I agree with the emotional connection part. The Z is not the fastest, best handling car in the world, but it is a Z. One need say no more, IMO. The exceptions to this are the 300ZX's built between 84 and 89, along with any 2+2's.

Oh yeah, Happy Friday, Mr. Kenchan.

TGIF, mr. onzedge!

Footloose301 · 08-26-2011, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jazz

so, why did you buy the Z???

i saw this in car domain...and fell in love! this car is why i did what i did!

thank you sir! i need to buy you a beer!

HAHA thats ilive2win's 370Z and you didn't fall in love with the car, you fell in love with this

jazz · 08-26-2011, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301

HAHA thats ilive2win's 370Z and you didn't fall in love with the car, you fell in love with this

yes it is!

bit of both!

sboden · 08-26-2011, 10:55 AM

Sexy and in this area rare compared to Camaros, mustangs, corvettes and such. I loved my G35 coupe and it was time for a change, so stayed in the family Z/G family.

TheGreatOne · 08-26-2011, 10:56 AM

Wanted a 350Z for probably close to 5 yrs. Initially saw the 370Z and was not sure, but then fell in love, became a sick obsession.

Loved all Z cars and the 370 seemed to capture the lines of the Datsun again...

The fact that my Z can turn heads more when a GT3 is right next to me is a testament to the Z heritage...

GaleForce · 08-27-2011, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatOne

Wanted a 350Z for probably close to 5 yrs. Initially saw the 370Z and was not sure, but then fell in love, became a sick obsession.

Loved all Z cars and the 370 seemed to capture the lines of the Datsun again...

The fact that my Z can turn heads more when a GT3 is right next to me is a testament to the Z heritage...

ˆˆˆThis sums it up exactly for me.

I have always wanted to own a "Z" car. I really liked the old Datsun's, 300zx, and I was going to buy a 350z until I saw pictures of the 370z. I loved how it gave me flash backs of the old Datsun's, I finally pulled the trigger yesterday and now I have a 370z sitting the third bay of my garage.

Footloose301 · 08-26-2011, 11:11 AM

I bought my Z because I have always been a car person and 6 years ago I bought a Nissan Titan that I had to have for construction. Well, I got laid off so after I got another job, I didn't need the truck anymore so I searched for cars. Almost bought a STI/EVO but then got a killer deal on a used 2009 Black 370Z with sport package. Great car, loved it, it ended up getting totaled. So, I just had to buy another. I bought a brand new 40th Anniversary out of the showroom and haven't looked back. However, it is my daily driver and I've got 22,7XX miles on it and haven't had this 1 year yet. So, I'm looking to buy another Titan Crew Cab LE for a daily and keep the Z for the weekends.

jazz · 08-26-2011, 11:21 AM

had my roadster since may...only 3500km ;(

Doug&Michelle · 08-26-2011, 12:40 PM

It was either the Z or a Challenger SRT. I'm afraid the Dodge is a polished turd. The Z will be the better car in the long run. Both look amazing but the Z wins out.

somatic · 08-26-2011, 12:49 PM

because i drove it

jazz · 08-26-2011, 12:58 PM

i almost went with the 911scab but the insurance was $500 per month the Z is $650 per year lol

also think i have more fun in the Z then i would of in the 911s

MarkeZ · 08-26-2011, 04:03 PM

I've always liked the Z cars. I saw the 370Z in a magazine and I immediately told my wife that I have to have one when it's time to buy a new car.

We were about to buy a VW Tiguan for my wife when she said that I should buy the Z instead. I have a cool wife! She likes riding in the 370z but she doesn't want to drive it. She calls it the "Hot Car".

08-26-2011, 03:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
Masa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 2,237 Drives: Family Cars Rep Power: 21	I bought a Z cuz I couldn't afford a 911.... JK __________________ BMW 340i Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

08-26-2011, 10:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
sboden Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 580 Drives: 09 Blue 370Z T/S 6MT Rep Power: 17	Sexy and in this area rare compared to Camaros, mustangs, corvettes and such. I loved my G35 coupe and it was time for a change, so stayed in the family Z/G family. __________________ 09 Monterey Blue 370Z Sport/Tour, Takeda Shorties, Blk Nismo Wheels, Blk Painted Top/Exhaust cut out, Invidia Gemini CBE, Southbend Stage 2 clutch, Lite weight flywheel, Zspeed HD CSC, flat black headlights. Previously owned 03 G35 Coupe 6MT and Volvo C30 R Design. Last edited by sboden; 08-26-2011 at 11:11 AM.

08-26-2011, 10:56 AM	#8 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 47 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 22	Wanted a 350Z for probably close to 5 yrs. Initially saw the 370Z and was not sure, but then fell in love, became a sick obsession. Loved all Z cars and the 370 seemed to capture the lines of the Datsun again... The fact that my Z can turn heads more when a GT3 is right next to me is a testament to the Z heritage... __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

08-26-2011, 11:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
Footloose301 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 2,659 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 22	I bought my Z because I have always been a car person and 6 years ago I bought a Nissan Titan that I had to have for construction. Well, I got laid off so after I got another job, I didn't need the truck anymore so I searched for cars. Almost bought a STI/EVO but then got a killer deal on a used 2009 Black 370Z with sport package. Great car, loved it, it ended up getting totaled. So, I just had to buy another. I bought a brand new 40th Anniversary out of the showroom and haven't looked back. However, it is my daily driver and I've got 22,7XX miles on it and haven't had this 1 year yet. So, I'm looking to buy another Titan Crew Cab LE for a daily and keep the Z for the weekends. __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z

08-26-2011, 12:49 PM	#13 (permalink)
somatic A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 1,767 Drives: 2013 GS350 Rep Power: 17	because i drove it __________________ Passport 9500i HW\|Short Tail Exhaust\|Evo-r CF Fangs & Fog\|Blacked Out Roof\|Status Elite Intake 19/22\|AUTO Shift Boot DIY\|GTR Button\|Rear Limo Tint\|S2carbonworks hood dampeners\|Falken Rt-7m 20"s w/Jade Project Mu Tuner Lugs\|P:JDM Oil Cap\|Tow Hook\|SOLD

08-26-2011, 03:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
techumper Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: cali Posts: 26 Drives: 09 370z M6 Touring Rep Power: 14	fell in love w/ nissan engines w/ my g35 coupe, then while helping a friend find a car saw my (future) Z on the lot and absolutely fell in love. plus its rare here, everyone drives a mustang or camaro

08-26-2011, 10:44 AM	#3 (permalink)
Slade Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Port Arthur, TX Posts: 37 Drives: 370z MB 6MT Rep Power: 16	My 944 died a couple years ago and I got tired of riding around in a sedan. I'm in the same boat with Ken Chan, I fell in love with the 370Z when I first saw it. My cousin got one when they first came out and I had a chance to ride in one, the rest was history. The 350Z is a nice car but it never really grabbed me like the 370, when I saw it I was like "gotta have one" There aren't many cars I'd take over a 370Z if I'm looking for a sports car. A GTR, Cayman S, 911 turbo...but even if I had that kind of cash for those cars I'd probably just throw a twin turbo in the Z and keep going

08-26-2011, 12:40 PM	#12 (permalink)
Doug&Michelle Base Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 176 Drives: '09 370z Tourng Auto Rep Power: 15	It was either the Z or a Challenger SRT. I'm afraid the Dodge is a polished turd. The Z will be the better car in the long run. Both look amazing but the Z wins out.

08-26-2011, 12:58 PM	#14 (permalink)
jazz Track Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: barrie ON Posts: 910 Drives: 11Zcab/12venzaV6awd Rep Power: 16	i almost went with the 911scab but the insurance was $500 per month the Z is $650 per year lol also think i have more fun in the Z then i would of in the 911s __________________ One part rubber, three parts Krazy Glue.

08-26-2011, 04:03 PM	#15 (permalink)
MarkeZ Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Allen, TX Posts: 135 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Black Rep Power: 16	I've always liked the Z cars. I saw the 370Z in a magazine and I immediately told my wife that I have to have one when it's time to buy a new car. We were about to buy a VW Tiguan for my wife when she said that I should buy the Z instead. I have a cool wife! She likes riding in the 370z but she doesn't want to drive it. She calls it the "Hot Car".