New 2012 or Used 2009

nmjaxx9 · 04-23-2012, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by theboydiddy

There's nothing like the brand new smell knowing you're the very first driver

although... sales guys always take joy rides in "new" cars too.

UNKNOWN_370 · 04-24-2012, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkJak

I'd go for the 2012 too. Don't all the new ones come with the backup camera too? That could come in handy for tighter areas, since our rear visibility isn't good at all. Also, the factory oil cooler would probably be adequate for spirited everyday driving without having to worry about the oil temp gauge. I have a 2nd hand 09 with no issues, but the peace of mind from a new car is worth a lot.

Its a $700 option. Its not standard and its been an OPTION sine 2010: Its just most dealers just have it in there lately because of the popularity of the product due to the majority of people not knowing how to back up a damn car. But most are paying for the part.

MacLean · 04-24-2012, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by nmjaxx9

although... sales guys always take joy rides in "new" cars too.

I still would rather have the '12 with anywhere from 6-30 miles on it than a used car with XXXX miles on it. It is easier to say that the '12 was treated well with only having such low miles on it, but the used Z could always be very questionable.

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

Its a $700 option. Its not standard and its been an OPTION sine 2010: Its just most dealers just have it in there lately because of the popularity of the product due to the majority of people not knowing how to back up a damn car. But most are paying for the part.

I have it on my Nismo & it is worth it.

UNKNOWN_370 · 04-24-2012, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cgmg21

I still would rather have the '12 with anywhere from 6-30 miles on it than a used car with XXXX miles on it. It is easier to say that the '12 was treated well with only having such low miles on it, but the used Z could always be very questionable.

I have it on my Nismo & it is worth it.

Its on my Z as well. It came with it. I didn't pay for it. It was basically a throw in. I barely glance at it. Once the mirrors are positioned properly you can back up fine without the cam.

nmjaxx9 · 04-24-2012, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cgmg21

I still would rather have the '12 with anywhere from 6-30 miles on it than a used car with XXXX miles on it. It is easier to say that the '12 was treated well with only having such low miles on it, but the used Z could always be very questionable.

Of course, but even those 6-30 miles could have been hard abused miles, just saying, you never know what the dealership sales people do when they "take it out to fill up the tank" I was actually questionable about my 41 miles when I bought mine.

MacLean · 04-24-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by nmjaxx9

Of course, but even those 6-30 miles could have been hard abused miles, just saying, you never know what the dealership sales people do when they "take it out to fill up the tank" I was actually questionable about my 41 miles when I bought mine.

Yeah true.....so very true. I see where your coming from, but I wouldn't think that they would redline through every gear if at all. They may get on it, but hopefully not abuse it. That is why if you thought that way, then you would baby her until you reached 1,200 miles, or until you felt comfortable to open her up. I wouldn't question the 10, 28, or 44 miles that are on it, but the big mileage (XXXX) on it would be more questionable on how she was driven & what was done on the effen road.

Vbp6US · 04-25-2012, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cgmg21

I still would rather have the '12 with anywhere from 6-30 miles on it than a used car with XXXX miles on it. It is easier to say that the '12 was treated well with only having such low miles on it, but the used Z could always be very questionable.

I have it on my Nismo & it is worth it.

I find that hard to believe. He could get a '12 Z that has been test driven to the ground. It's easy to tell someone else to spend on your decision but I personally would not buy brand new either, as someone else mentioned above. Buying used, the savings are great (assuming his rate isn't crazy), you get a car that still smells new, regardless of what everyone is saying.

Let's face it, the car is reliable and someone mashing in it won't necessarily make or break the car. It will have had an inherent issue from the factory. Just stating how real life works.

gleonard · 04-24-2012, 11:35 AM

get the 09'. $7k is a significant amount to save, and from I've heard aftermarket nav systems are better then the factory one anyway. I have an 09' with over 25k miles and have pretty much zero issues.

cjeezy · 04-24-2012, 11:53 AM

I'm the opposite. I for one would never by a new car. I'd prefer to buy something fully warrantied that's 1-2 years old with a clean Carfax. I like saving thousands and thousands of dollars

but to each their own. It sounds like you won't go wrong with either choice. It's your decision and you have to live with it so get what makes you happiest.

VCuomo · 04-24-2012, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by cjeezy

I'm the opposite. I for one would never by a new car. I'd prefer to buy something fully warrantied that's 1-2 years old with a clean Carfax. I like saving thousands and thousands of dollars

but to each their own. It sounds like you won't go wrong with either choice. It's your decision and you have to live with it so get what makes you happiest.

The price difference is more than what the OP listed. The second he drives off of the dealer's lot he's probably lost $5,000 because now it's a used 2012 370Z.

A 2009 with 3,500 miles on it is practically a new car - without a new car price.

Montez · 04-25-2012, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by VCuomo

The price difference is more than what the OP listed. The second he drives off of the dealer's lot he's probably lost $5,000 because now it's a used 2012 370Z.

A 2009 with 3,500 miles on it is practically a new car - without a new car price.

+1, and its probably more loss in value than that. I told myself that from now own I'm buying "new used" and let that other guy take that big hit!

MacLean · 04-25-2012, 04:46 PM

Yes getting a used car is obviously cheaper than buying a new one. Some people may or may not like buying a used car. At the end of the day it is what you feel more comfortable doing & what you really want & it is your money & not any of ours. Everyone is going to have their own opinions, but the question you need to ask yourself is what do you want to-do.

iSteve370 · 04-24-2012, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cjeezy

I'm the opposite. I for one would never by a new car. I'd prefer to buy something fully warrantied that's 1-2 years old with a clean Carfax. I like saving thousands and thousands of dollars

but to each their own. It sounds like you won't go wrong with either choice. It's your decision and you have to live with it so get what makes you happiest.

If you're paying cash you're 100% correct if you're financing on the other hand with the 0% available you're not saving as much as you think. If you're looking at 11's you may end up paying more for the used one in the long run.

my2004Z · 04-24-2012, 04:52 PM

Buy the used version if you are a bit of a penny pincher and can accept the fact that someone else shaped the seat before you-. "OR" Buy the new version if you like to spoil yourself and need to know without a doubt that you popped her cherry before anyone else could ever touch her.

Vaughanabe13 · 04-24-2012, 01:14 PM

I bought a used 2009 touring sport last august with about the same miles and I haven't looked back. I would say, don't buy a 2009 base, get the touring and you will still get it significantly cheaper than a 2012. If you can afford it though and money isn't tight, get the new.

04-24-2012, 11:35 AM	#8 (permalink)
gleonard Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 196 Drives: 370z Touring/Spt 6sp Rep Power: 16	get the 09'. $7k is a significant amount to save, and from I've heard aftermarket nav systems are better then the factory one anyway. I have an 09' with over 25k miles and have pretty much zero issues. __________________

04-24-2012, 01:14 PM	#15 (permalink)
Vaughanabe13 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 387 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 14	I bought a used 2009 touring sport last august with about the same miles and I haven't looked back. I would say, don't buy a 2009 base, get the touring and you will still get it significantly cheaper than a 2012. If you can afford it though and money isn't tight, get the new. __________________ 2009 Nissan 370Z Touring, w/sport, 6MT, chicane yellow/black.

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cjeezy Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Posts: 131 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 15	I'm the opposite. I for one would never by a new car. I'd prefer to buy something fully warrantied that's 1-2 years old with a clean Carfax. I like saving thousands and thousands of dollars but to each their own. It sounds like you won't go wrong with either choice. It's your decision and you have to live with it so get what makes you happiest.

04-25-2012, 04:46 PM	#12 (permalink)
MacLean A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 1,589 Drives: '12 GM Nismo # 0445 Rep Power: 16	Yes getting a used car is obviously cheaper than buying a new one. Some people may or may not like buying a used car. At the end of the day it is what you feel more comfortable doing & what you really want & it is your money & not any of ours. Everyone is going to have their own opinions, but the question you need to ask yourself is what do you want to-do.

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my2004Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New Mexico, USA Posts: 285 Drives: 09' 370Z w/Sport 7AT Rep Power: 37	Buy the used version if you are a bit of a penny pincher and can accept the fact that someone else shaped the seat before you-. "OR" Buy the new version if you like to spoil yourself and need to know without a doubt that you popped her cherry before anyone else could ever touch her.