Former Z Owner's Rant about the 370z

lemon-fresh · 04-18-2012, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

So you highlighted my quote but disregarded the part about "I highly doubt it though"? I don't believe I ever said it was crappy by any means, please don't be ignorant. Anyways guys I think I'm going to lock the thread, I want to thank the members who repped me bc of it but I don't want it to steamroll into a troll fest.

I'm just playin lol. You were the one who put it in there in the first place

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mantella87 · 04-18-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by lemon-fresh

Genesis's are beating 370's now? Interesting, didn't realize I bought such a crappy car.

I think you should look into Ferrari, mclaren, Lamborghini etc because it sounds like you'll never be able to appreciate what you have if someone beats you off a light.

But if you bought a Ferrari a tuned Supra could beat you.

lemon-fresh · 04-18-2012, 01:03 PM

bugatti veyron should eventually win every straight line race. Might be an option.

KillerBee370 · 04-18-2012, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lemon-fresh

Genesis's are beating 370's now? Interesting, didn't realize I bought such a crappy car.

I think you should look into Ferrari, mclaren, Lamborghini etc because it sounds like you'll never be able to appreciate what you have if someone beats you off a light.

In a straight line? The new Genesis... yes. Around a track? Probably not.

You need to get out more. My Z was potent with every bolt on and tune. My friends Genesis had a CAI and CBE and guess what? I wasn't blowing his doors off by any means.

Don't downplay a less expensive car made in Korea. It's actually a better bang for the buck than the Z. Interior isn't half bad either.

You didn't buy a crappy car. You just didn't buy the fastest. But that's ok because there's always going to be someone faster anyway. Whatever. Enjoy a car for all that it has to offer and ignore the trolls, haters and otherwise ignorant people.

NYBladeZ · 04-18-2012, 01:34 PM

If I had to be the fastest I'd probably want a GTR but I am likely one of the true "haters" of the GTR on here. Its blazing fast but no "soul" quoting HP and performance stats won't put a smile on my face like the Z did. Now if the GTR had a manual option I'd be all over it. I know I know I'm extremely picky and want a car that is fast, handles great, looks great, and makes me smile all the time while driving.

KillerBee370 · 04-18-2012, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

If I had to be the fastest I'd probably want a GTR but I am likely one of the true "haters" of the GTR on here. Its blazing fast but no "soul" quoting HP and performance stats won't put a smile on my face like the Z did. Now if the GTR had a manual option I'd be all over it. I know I know I'm extremely picky and want a car that is fast, handles great, looks great, and makes me smile all the time while driving.

I'm completely with you on this one. IF they offered a manual option then maybe... and a facelift lol

BTW.. given your last sentence here... you sound like a perfect candidate for an M3

NYBladeZ · 04-18-2012, 01:50 PM

3 buddies already have one, otherwise I would be tempted by the darkside. Then again, they all got M's because it is a great car. I would love a 1M but good luck finding one.

m4a1mustang · 04-18-2012, 01:51 PM

Haus!

speedfreek · 04-18-2012, 01:55 PM

Well then what you need is the up and coming Skyline

Infiniti working on 530-HP twin-turbo IPL model for G

If it comes to fuition here in the States it will be interesting to see where the final sticker price falls. It will be canabalizing their own sales with the GT-R unless of course they take away the rear seats from the GT-R to make it even lighter and faster.

NYBladeZ · 04-18-2012, 01:57 PM

I might just have to hoard cash and wait till the 25 year rule applies to the R34 Skyline. Honestly though guys, the lotus I drove today, I found out it has the Blade 300 kit, giving it 300hp at crank...it was amazing.

KillerBee370 · 04-18-2012, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

I might just have to hoard cash and wait till the 25 year rule applies to the R34 Skyline. Honestly though guys, the lotus I drove today, I found out it has the Blade 300 kit, giving it 300hp at crank...it was amazing.

Can not go wrong with that action!!!

DLSTR · 04-18-2012, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

I have aspirations for the track, but not the 1/4-mile. I want to modify this car and take it on an actualy racing circuit. Because you're right, the car is made to go 140mph, and I'd like to experience that. I won't in good conscience do that on a public road. Neither will I brake hard at the last second and fling it through an apex on the edge of losing it. That's too dangerous to do in public, but this car was built to do it.

Amazing here in Germany on designated sections you can do most of what you posted in public, safely on the Autobahn with like minded, well trained drivers. The US, roads, police and all of it leave me ....well feeling frustrated. Throw in the Nurburgring and I wonder why bother living in the US again, Im a car hound and in the US you are now some enemy or something. Its nuts. I do not miss the US for such things car related. Its just a bummer.

PapoZalsa · 04-18-2012, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Just sounds like it wasn't the right fit for you. Sometimes that happens. And sometimes you just need more than one car to keep you happy.

Most people out there are always looking for more power doesn't matter what they drive.

Cmike2780 · 04-18-2012, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by DLSTR

Amazing here in Germany on designated sections you can do most of what you posted in public, safely on the Autobahn with like minded, well trained drivers. The US, roads, police and all of it leave me ....well feeling frustrated. Throw in the Nurburgring and I wonder why bother living in the US again, Im a car hound and in the US you are now some enemy or something. Its nuts. I do not miss the US for such things car related. Its just a bummer.

Are you honestly trying to compare how Germany is better than the US?,lol

The Autobahn is a Mecca for speed freaks and car enthusiast, but I heard the unlimited speed areas can get hampered by traffic. I'm pretty sure Germany has its fair amount of 'unskilled' drivers also. I doubt every German receives a racing license before they are allowed to drive. Wasn't there a 50 car pile up a few months ago that killed 3 people? As for the Nurburgring, that too is a Mecca for wannabe racers like myself... and it too has traffic, lol.

There are plenty of famous tracks in the US also you know.

Mt Tam I am · 04-18-2012, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

If I had to be the fastest I'd probably want a GTR but I am likely one of the true "haters" of the GTR on here. Its blazing fast but no "soul" quoting HP and performance stats won't put a smile on my face like the Z did. Now if the GTR had a manual option I'd be all over it. I know I know I'm extremely picky and want a car that is fast, handles great, looks great, and makes me smile all the time while driving.

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Originally Posted by KillerBee370

I'm completely with you on this one. IF they offered a manual option then maybe... and a facelift lol

BTW.. given your last sentence here... you sound like a perfect candidate for an M3

This has been my feeling ever since I drove a GTR. I was set to buy one, then no MT. I bought the Z instead and saved the money I wanted to spend.

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Originally Posted by NYBladeZ

3 buddies already have one, otherwise I would be tempted by the darkside. Then again, they all got M's because it is a great car. I would love a 1M but good luck finding one.

The 1M is so rare. BMW feels americans do not want it for some reason so they do not make it.

Am I wrong with this statement?

04-18-2012, 01:34 PM	#125 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	If I had to be the fastest I'd probably want a GTR but I am likely one of the true "haters" of the GTR on here. Its blazing fast but no "soul" quoting HP and performance stats won't put a smile on my face like the Z did. Now if the GTR had a manual option I'd be all over it. I know I know I'm extremely picky and want a car that is fast, handles great, looks great, and makes me smile all the time while driving. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

04-18-2012, 01:50 PM	#127 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	3 buddies already have one, otherwise I would be tempted by the darkside. Then again, they all got M's because it is a great car. I would love a 1M but good luck finding one. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

04-18-2012, 01:51 PM	#128 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Haus! __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

04-18-2012, 01:57 PM	#130 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	I might just have to hoard cash and wait till the 25 year rule applies to the R34 Skyline. Honestly though guys, the lotus I drove today, I found out it has the Blade 300 kit, giving it 300hp at crank...it was amazing. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

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