Some 370Z Concerns

dP3NGU1N · 07-26-2012, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Cagan

My fiance and I are really looking at the 370Z for our next car. We are replacing our 2003 G35 Coupe. We've been doing a lot of research and are now down to the final few things that need to be addressed before making a decision. Here is our list:

Which year has the best reliability? We're not interested in the 2009 due to poor reviews and higher miles.
That back window is very small and causes concern for visibility issues. Also, the blindspots are pretty apparent but I've been told that there are extra mirrors you can stick on the sideviews to compensate. Is this the case?
The space inside the Z is really concerning. What happens if we want to put an overweight friend / family member in the passenger seat. Will it be extraordinarily uncomfortable? Is it safe for the passenger?
We live in New Orleans where there are a lot of terrible potholes and uneven roads. How will this affect the Z?
How bad is outside noise? If my fiance and I are on a long road trip will we be able to talk at a confortable volume in the car? Or will we have to scream to hear each other? I've been told there is some sort of fix for the road noise called "Dynamat". Does anyone know anything about this?
What about cargo space? Can you pack the car comfortably for two people to take a road trip for a week? It seems like if you have a navigation system there isn't any storage space in the front.
We've heard that the 370Z has reliability issues. Can someone please explain what that really means? What kind of notable issues are there?

If anyone can address any of our concerns we would be most appreciative. This whole process is a little overwhelming so we're just trying to cover all our bases the best we can. My fiance really loves this car and we want to make sure its a reasonable buy for what we need. Thanks in advanced.

So far as I can tell you're looking for an SUV. I don't hear any concerns regarding temperament on the road, spirited driving, or anything else that would bother someone with a SPORTS car. Your concerns seems to be about cargo space and soundproofing. Well an SUV solves all of that, don't have to worry about pot holes, plenty of space, and rugged & reliable. It'll fit your fat friend and a bunch of his fat buddies too!

ZKraken22 · 07-26-2012, 04:21 PM

Not to b a hole but your buying a Z which is a sports car. road noise and all that comes with the territory. I couldn't even answer that question to road noise because either one my music is to loud. Or two i just don't care enough to notice. But I have conversations in my car with my girl, family and we can hear each other just fine.

If this car had reliability issues do you think any of us would have brought this car?

My late 71 year grandpa who was around 250+ didn't have a problem in the passenger side. He side the car was to low and hard to get in an out of.

With all the bashing this car took i didnt care i loved my 350z and i love my 370z. I took it as is. its not perfect. Alot of your answers can be answered from a test drive. Not one but maybe TWo! I drive my car in the Snow, bumbs all that just be careful. You have a G35 really no different. This Car is not meant to have storage space. Take luggage to nissan and see what fits. You don't want our opinion because we already have the car. Most love it. if they need more then the 370z can give them they have 2nd cars. This is my DD.
Good luck.

Cagan · 07-26-2012, 11:04 PM

Wow guys! Thank you all so much for the responses. It looks like we are going to buy the car. I'll post more indepth on responses when I get time. Thank you.

And our second car (my car) is an FX 35

I don't want her fat *** brother in it though because he breaks my seats.

Garrett63 · 07-27-2012, 12:54 PM

I would take a close look at all of them. The blue is the most attention grabbing when shopping for one and the pearl white may seem like "who the hell would want that" but the pearl white creeps up on you and grows on you. Honestly, The color I like the best is the 40th edition, but if I couldn't have that... its a tie between pearl white and blue. I never did like the black because I felt it hid the beautiful lines. Black on a 350 is cool, but on a 370.. eh. Personal opinion! please do not shoot me black Z owners! I know the black ones usually are the most tricked out.

owi1kenobi · 07-27-2012, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cagan

My fiance and I are really looking at the 370Z for our next car. We are replacing our 2003 G35 Coupe. We've been doing a lot of research and are now down to the final few things that need to be addressed before making a decision. Here is our list:

Which year has the best reliability? We're not interested in the 2009 due to poor reviews and higher miles.
That back window is very small and causes concern for visibility issues. Also, the blindspots are pretty apparent but I've been told that there are extra mirrors you can stick on the sideviews to compensate. Is this the case?
The space inside the Z is really concerning. What happens if we want to put an overweight friend / family member in the passenger seat. Will it be extraordinarily uncomfortable? Is it safe for the passenger?
We live in New Orleans where there are a lot of terrible potholes and uneven roads. How will this affect the Z?
How bad is outside noise? If my fiance and I are on a long road trip will we be able to talk at a confortable volume in the car? Or will we have to scream to hear each other? I've been told there is some sort of fix for the road noise called "Dynamat". Does anyone know anything about this?
What about cargo space? Can you pack the car comfortably for two people to take a road trip for a week? It seems like if you have a navigation system there isn't any storage space in the front.
We've heard that the 370Z has reliability issues. Can someone please explain what that really means? What kind of notable issues are there?

If anyone can address any of our concerns we would be most appreciative. This whole process is a little overwhelming so we're just trying to cover all our bases the best we can. My fiance really loves this car and we want to make sure its a reasonable buy for what we need. Thanks in advanced.

I dont think your looking for a sports car , sports cars always comes with compromises like visibility, noise and cargo space. Might as well get an SUV cuz that will address all your negative thoughts about the car. What about a mustang gt with some good cargo space in the back, quiet when cruising around and yet capable exciting and fast.

I test drove both the 370z and g37s but the g37 just feels like im driving a fast altima coupe with its lame interior and too many aluminum accenting . Then as soon i start driving the z , i feel like im driving a more exotic car ( i said feels like) its pure orgasm.

Garrett63 · 07-27-2012, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by owi1kenobi

I dont think your looking for a sports car , sports cars always comes with compromises like visibility, noise and cargo space. Might as well get an SUV cuz that will address all your negative thoughts about the car. What about a mustang gt with some good cargo space in the back, quiet when cruising around and yet capable exciting and fast.

but... it's a

mustang

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Cagan · 07-27-2012, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by owi1kenobi

I dont think your looking for a sports car , sports cars always comes with compromises like visibility, noise and cargo space. Might as well get an SUV cuz that will address all your negative thoughts about the car. What about a mustang gt with some good cargo space in the back, quiet when cruising around and yet capable exciting and fast.

Those aren't really my concerns as much as my fiancée's. Since we will both be purchasing the car and driving it he wanted to get opinions from current owners. As far as I'm concerned if its too noisy just turn up the radio and I don't care much for extra passengers anyways, the usually just make my car messier. I've driven the mustangs and they're nice cars, but there's no way they compare to the Z.That and I don't really care for Amerian muscle cars.

Arc · 07-27-2012, 10:12 PM

I'm a first time Z owner, never been a car enthusiast in the slightest, so feel free to trash my opinions if you like.

When I first saw pictures of the 370Z, I figured the car would be small, but in actually, proportionally to my size, the car is pretty big, well more like wide and thick. lol
It wasn't a tiny car. It's bigger than some slightly older cars, so don't underestimate the size. I did.

As far as blind spots, it's not too bad. Make full use of the windows. Driver side, you can pretty much look out and back through the driver side window and see any car that is in your blind spot.
The passenger side is a bit tricky. I try to look ahead of time in the direction of passenger side to see what will be there as I drive by. Looking out the back window helps to see if anyone is coming up on your rear so you can avoid them.

I've had to use the trunk once for groceries, and it held alot of bags nicely. Even though I won't be doing that again.

Before finally deciding on the Z, I was looking at the RX8, Mustang, and Camaro. One of the factors that made me select the Z was it's nicer interior.

Davey · 07-28-2012, 11:00 AM

For the blind spots, you don't really need the stick-on mirrors; I just pulled up next to a car parked on the street and adjusted the passenger side mirror so that I could see the car in the side mirror when I couldn't see it in the rear mirror. It's angled out almost all the way, but the mirrors are large and I can see quite a bit of area in them.

07-26-2012, 04:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
ZKraken22 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 1,115 Drives: 10 Nissan 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 16	Not to b a hole but your buying a Z which is a sports car. road noise and all that comes with the territory. I couldn't even answer that question to road noise because either one my music is to loud. Or two i just don't care enough to notice. But I have conversations in my car with my girl, family and we can hear each other just fine. If this car had reliability issues do you think any of us would have brought this car? My late 71 year grandpa who was around 250+ didn't have a problem in the passenger side. He side the car was to low and hard to get in an out of. With all the bashing this car took i didnt care i loved my 350z and i love my 370z. I took it as is. its not perfect. Alot of your answers can be answered from a test drive. Not one but maybe TWo! I drive my car in the Snow, bumbs all that just be careful. You have a G35 really no different. This Car is not meant to have storage space. Take luggage to nissan and see what fits. You don't want our opinion because we already have the car. Most love it. if they need more then the 370z can give them they have 2nd cars. This is my DD. Good luck. __________________ Litespeed Racing Titanium Cold Air intake// GT Haus Axle// GarageLine combo// Nismo sway bars// Nismo Spoiler // Berk TP's

07-27-2012, 12:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
Garrett63 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: CA Posts: 135 Drives: 40th 370z Rep Power: 14	I would take a close look at all of them. The blue is the most attention grabbing when shopping for one and the pearl white may seem like "who the hell would want that" but the pearl white creeps up on you and grows on you. Honestly, The color I like the best is the 40th edition, but if I couldn't have that... its a tie between pearl white and blue. I never did like the black because I felt it hid the beautiful lines. Black on a 350 is cool, but on a 370.. eh. Personal opinion! please do not shoot me black Z owners! I know the black ones usually are the most tricked out. __________________

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Cagan Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Harrahan, LA Posts: 44 Drives: Wht 2011 370Z 7A/T Rep Power: 13	Wow guys! Thank you all so much for the responses. It looks like we are going to buy the car. I'll post more indepth on responses when I get time. Thank you. And our second car (my car) is an FX 35 I don't want her fat *** brother in it though because he breaks my seats.

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Arc Base Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 141 Drives: 2015 Ford Explorer S Rep Power: 15	I'm a first time Z owner, never been a car enthusiast in the slightest, so feel free to trash my opinions if you like. When I first saw pictures of the 370Z, I figured the car would be small, but in actually, proportionally to my size, the car is pretty big, well more like wide and thick. lol It wasn't a tiny car. It's bigger than some slightly older cars, so don't underestimate the size. I did. As far as blind spots, it's not too bad. Make full use of the windows. Driver side, you can pretty much look out and back through the driver side window and see any car that is in your blind spot. The passenger side is a bit tricky. I try to look ahead of time in the direction of passenger side to see what will be there as I drive by. Looking out the back window helps to see if anyone is coming up on your rear so you can avoid them. I've had to use the trunk once for groceries, and it held alot of bags nicely. Even though I won't be doing that again. Before finally deciding on the Z, I was looking at the RX8, Mustang, and Camaro. One of the factors that made me select the Z was it's nicer interior.

07-28-2012, 11:00 AM	#9 (permalink)
Davey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,766 Drives: '15 NISMO 6MT Rep Power: 117171	For the blind spots, you don't really need the stick-on mirrors; I just pulled up next to a car parked on the street and adjusted the passenger side mirror so that I could see the car in the side mirror when I couldn't see it in the rear mirror. It's angled out almost all the way, but the mirrors are large and I can see quite a bit of area in them.