Buy Used or New?

whoady4shoady · 08-06-2012, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by christian370z

I personally will only buy used, so much more value for the money. The 370Z has proven to be a very reliable car for the most part, and stands up well to wear and tear. If you do your research, have a PPI done, and just be aware to look for any signs of neglect, abuse, paint work, maintenance history, and try to get an idea of who the owner is (enthusiast, perfectionist, honest, etc), you should not hestitate to buy a used Z.

Also, don't think that buying new will save you from everything. There are many new cars that had been in accidents or were damaged during shipping/handling/delivery that were fixed, never reported and sold "as new".

I got my 09 Nismo 6 months after it came out with only 5k on the odo for only 32,500 and I couldnt be happier. I cannot stand the thought of buying a vehicle only to drive it off the lot and instantly lose around 5k or more depending on the vehicle.

Snoopdork34 · 08-06-2012, 03:36 PM

Thanks for the replies! All very helpful.

Another question - have you guys ever done any tests for HP degradation on used Z's compared to new ones? Is there a significant drop in the performance of the engine over a timeline of just a few years?

Thanks!

whoady4shoady · 08-06-2012, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Snoopdork34

Thanks for the replies! All very helpful.

Another question - have you guys ever done any tests for HP degradation on used Z's compared to new ones? Is there a significant drop in the performance of the engine over a timeline of just a few years?

Thanks!

Actually mine got better after about 9k. My mpg increased, and the car felt slightly peppier.

b1adesofcha0s · 08-06-2012, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Snoopdork34

Thanks for the replies! All very helpful.

Another question - have you guys ever done any tests for HP degradation on used Z's compared to new ones? Is there a significant drop in the performance of the engine over a timeline of just a few years?

Thanks!

My Z set the 2nd fastest stock 1/4 mile time 3 months after I got it, so nope!

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Snoopdork34 Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 8 Drives: 2012 370Z Base 7AT Rep Power: 13	Thanks for the replies! All very helpful. Another question - have you guys ever done any tests for HP degradation on used Z's compared to new ones? Is there a significant drop in the performance of the engine over a timeline of just a few years? Thanks!