How useable is the rear hatch area in a 370Z?

JulesD · 04-12-2012, 12:49 PM

I've driven the 350Z but not the 370Z but I can't remember how much room is back there.

Could one fit a road bike back there with the wheels removed? I'm an avid cyclist and this is a must for me.

I found a nice 2011 model year with nav and leather for $33,999. Only 5 miles on it and I'm kind of considering buying it.

Thanks!

TerribleONE · 04-12-2012, 12:52 PM

Iv seen someone do it on here.. Il try and find the thread for you. Had no luck on a quick search.. Or you could always get a bike rack.. (cant believe I just said that)

kenchan · 04-12-2012, 12:53 PM

get a WRX hatch instead?

Chteelers · 04-12-2012, 12:59 PM

Not sure if a bike would fit or not. I would say I have been surprised how much I can fit though. Got to be careful things don't punch the glass when closing.

Also, I've found the black plastic inside to be much more susceptible to scratches than other cars I've owned. Even a slight touch will put white scratches in the surface. And bikes have lots of hard points...

onzedge · 04-12-2012, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

get a WRX hatch instead?

No -- Versa.

LakeShow · 04-12-2012, 01:07 PM

The Z is my supermarket car.

JulesD · 04-12-2012, 01:08 PM

That's disappointing to hear. I really like the Z...

I have a Maxima now but it is getting old and I'm thinking of what I'm going to replace it with.

mantella87 · 04-12-2012, 01:10 PM

You can fit a decent amount of groceries back there.

JulesD · 04-12-2012, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mantella87

You can fit a decent amount of groceries back there.

What do groceries have to do with a bicycle?

I searched and found this thread. Apparently you can fit a road bike in with wheels removed. Someone even posted a pic!

How to carry a bicycle? bike rack question

LakeShow · 04-12-2012, 01:17 PM

I mean if your looking to strap a barbecue grill, some bikes, and some Ski's then the Z is the completely wrong car. It's a sports car.

mantella87 · 04-12-2012, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JulesD

What do groceries have to do with a bicycle?

I searched and found this thread. Apparently you can fit a road bike in with wheels removed. Someone even posted a pic!

How to carry a bicycle? bike rack question

Nothing really, but the title of your thread is, "How useable is the rear hatch area in a 370Z?"

kenchan · 04-12-2012, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

No -- Versa.

Z and versa. sounds like a winning combo.

JulesD · 04-12-2012, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LakeShow

I mean if your looking to strap a barbecue grill, some bikes, and some Ski's then the Z is the completely wrong car. It's a sports car.

No, just a bicycle. I'm aware of what kind of car the Z is. It will be my daily driver but I also need my daily driver to occasionally haul me and a bicycle to meet up with friends to go riding.

I don't think it's a particularly strange question.

kenchan · 04-12-2012, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JulesD

I don't think it's a particularly strange question.

i think it is.

hope you find your options.

mantella87 · 04-12-2012, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JulesD

No, just a bicycle. I'm aware of what kind of car the Z is. It will be my daily driver but I also need my daily driver to occasionally haul me and a bicycle to meet up with friends to go riding.

I don't think it's a particularly strange question.

It is a strange question. Bicycles and Z's aren't a good combo. You should get a WRX. Perfect match.

04-12-2012, 12:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
JulesD Base Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 15 Drives: 2012 Ducati 1100 EVO Rep Power: 13	How useable is the rear hatch area in a 370Z? I've driven the 350Z but not the 370Z but I can't remember how much room is back there. Could one fit a road bike back there with the wheels removed? I'm an avid cyclist and this is a must for me. I found a nice 2011 model year with nav and leather for $33,999. Only 5 miles on it and I'm kind of considering buying it. Thanks!

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TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5850	Iv seen someone do it on here.. Il try and find the thread for you. Had no luck on a quick search.. Or you could always get a bike rack.. (cant believe I just said that) __________________ 638WHP 541WTQ @ 13.5PSI Build thread

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LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 25	I mean if your looking to strap a barbecue grill, some bikes, and some Ski's then the Z is the completely wrong car. It's a sports car. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

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