Just bought my 370z!

Jasonle · 08-25-2012, 11:24 AM

Congrats!

SailFree · 08-25-2012, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ZKhan

Hey everyone! I just purchased my 2012 Nissan 370z Gun metallic grey base model. Did all the paperwork and just awaiting my dealer to get my car from another one of their dealerships. I'm really excited to pick it up this weekend! Any tips or suggestions for the vehicle would be great! Thank you,

1) Got same color Z in April. It's been most fun auto I ever had, and quite the most comfortable sports car I've owned. Road noise doesn't bother me--I'm half-deaf anyway, howitzers and stuff in Vietnam.

2) Probably wise to get the dealer-applied paint protection. Helped my Infiniti 2004 keep its paint looking quite good for 8 years till I sold it.

3) Check to make sure the long-term storage switch is PUSHED IN! My dealer left it out, and so I had to reset all the electronics, AC temp setting, etc., every time I restarted. And the dealership DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THIS SWITCH WAS THERE IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE FUSE BOX. Took me a little research to find the problem and solve it. Dealer was no help. I've heard some people were told "that's the way the AC is supposed to work!"

It's a funny little white plastic gadget about the middle of the fuse array. Also couldn't set the garage-door openers on the mirror when it was pulled out.

4) Don't hold same speed all the time, and don't be afraid to use the throttle off and on. Helps the break-in.

5) Once broken in, 4000 miles plus, I would switch to synthetic oil.

6) Leave the Vehicle Dynamic Control on till you get used to the horsepower--unless you've had rear-wheel high powered autos all along.

7) I've had no oil temp problems on long drive through Virginia, Pennsylvania, and southern Ohio mountains.

Welcome to the club!

UNKNOWN_370 · 08-25-2012, 11:27 AM

BIG CONGRATS TO YOU!!! Stay safe and enjoy it.

Excellent color choice by the way.

Brian370 · 08-25-2012, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Did any of the previous tips help?

RE: Any tips or suggestions for the vehicle would be great! Watch your oil temp gauge while on extended uphill drives.

Yes, make sure you watch this.

I'd even go ahead and order an oil cooler if you're going to drive it even semi hard.

Also, make sure you're comfortable with the car before taking traction control off, it can get a bit squirrley if you aren't used to the car

SailFree · 08-25-2012, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian370

Yes, make sure you watch this.

I'd even go ahead and order an oil cooler if you're going to drive it even semi hard.

Also, make sure you're comfortable with the car before taking traction control off, it can get a bit squirrley if you aren't used to the car

Unless I'm mistaken, the 2012 Z comes with oil cooler standard. Looks like I have one!

Brian370 · 08-25-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SailFree

Unless I'm mistaken, the 2012 Z comes with oil cooler standard. Looks like I have one!

Wasn't aware of that! Right on!

axmea? · 08-25-2012, 02:13 PM

Congrats!! Enjoy and drive it with pride.

1. I second the dealer prep issue. Make sure they engage that little white fuse on the drivers side. It will save you the headache. Plus, it is their job anyway.
2. Go to Costco and buy a bag or two of the 36 pack micro fiber towels.
3. If it is a '12, you do not need an oil cooler unless you will be driving it on the track. Spend the money on other mods.
4. Spend some cash on quality polish, wax, tire dressing, etc.
5. Be prepared to have some conversation about the car anywhere you go. It is a conversation piece.
6. Start saving cash for future mods. It is not cheap.
7. .......most of all, enjoy it!

USINC97 · 08-26-2012, 10:31 AM

Congrats! We hope you enjoy it. We love ours.

UruZai · 08-26-2012, 04:10 PM

Congratz! Gun metallic would have been my second color of choice

08-25-2012, 11:24 AM	#16 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 26	Congrats! __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

08-25-2012, 11:27 AM	#18 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14858	BIG CONGRATS TO YOU!!! Stay safe and enjoy it. Excellent color choice by the way. Last edited by UNKNOWN_370; 08-25-2012 at 11:31 AM.

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