2009-10 370Z bad??
 

10 used cars to avoid - MSN Autos read an article on


Here is a quick article that msn posted on top ten cars to avoid. The 09-10 370z made the list. I am in the market for a 370z and am wondering how much legiticy this story holds.

Members, is there a concern for this from what you have seen? If it were you would you buy a 2011+ only?

Thanks in advance for the help.

I wouldn't say it's bad. There are a couple things (steering lock, etc) that you should be aware of so you are going in with open eyes, though. I'd read up on the car and make sure you are comfortable with the known issues, and then make a decision.

That article has been discussed and it is generally not accurate. It is rush & fluff.

The reviewers of this car for the most part seem to not like this car. probably cause they get no payoffs.. im sure most of the ppl on here would agree that they are full of it . i have a 2010 with no issues . yes if your getting an 09 or early 10 you will have to read on the steering lock issue . mine is a late 2010 and fuse has been removed .

:iagree: I'd buy my 2009 over again. And I've had a issue that Nissan fixed.

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I own a boosted 350 now. Looking to boost the 370 also. Any word on if there are issues added into boosting an older model?

As long as you do it right and get all the supporting mods you will have no issues. There are a lot of members on here boosted for quite some time now and most have little to no problems. :tup: GL and hope you get a 370 soon!

I had an 09 for threes years with no issues at all.









DAN

Love my 09!

Actually, reviewers loved the car when it first came out. Then they started getting payed to hype the next cool thing.

Don't have problems with my 09, just be aware of the possible issues.

I was very happy with my 09 Z, unless you want some of the very minor updates that occurred in later years I would buy an 09. Just be meticulous in your search.

MSN is about as much of an authority on autos as martha stewert....

Already been discussed.

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...msn-autos.html

so who's going to trade in their 09 now after reading that article?

Everyone

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I have a late 2010 Oct build Roadster. Only issue I have is my window corner getting stuck on the edge of the fabric top.

Nissan is adjusting my glass and replacing my top at no charge :)

So far that is it and I really enjoy this car.

I have a late 2010 Oct build Roadster. Only issue I have is my window corner getting stuck on the edge of the fabric top.

Nissan is adjusting my glass and replacing my top at no charge :)

So far that is it and I really enjoy this car.

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No problems with my 2010 after 28000 miles

I bought my '09 new almost exactly 3 years ago. I've had no problems, at all. Having said that, however, I have only 11.000 miles on the car and next week I'm having the steering lock fuse pulled and hatch springs pre-emptively replaced during the final days of warranty coverage. When I bought the '09 (July '09 build), I violated my own rule against buying a first year built new model. I've been fortunate though I very much like the car.

Only things i have needed was an oil change and more hp! :stirthepot:






(...COUGH!and a new transmission)

i have a 2009. I have several issues with the car, steering lock, ac compressor, clutch. each time you take it in its about $1000 easy. have been with it under $1000.... its a fun car to drive, just make sre you have the disposable income to pay for repairs

pull the fuse for $0.00 and problem is solved


powertrain warranty?


even my new trans didnt cost me a penny

There's one in every bunch.

Just remember just because one person says stuff like this doesn't mean that is the overall picture of the car.

I owned a Jag, I know what it means to have to pay to play. Z's are reliable.

Clutch is a wear item. Not covered.

gotcha. i was spoiled when they did my trans

09 Z w/34,000+ miles....no problems what so ever :driving:


(knock on wood)

My 09 only the bumps on the hatch and the clutch sensor were replaced by the dealer. The car has 11,000 miles and unfortunately I had an accident however the car runs like new. I did replaced the steering lock by myself even that it didn't failed, just a piece of mind.

Thanks everyone! Excuse me for not knowing the article was posted previously. I have been a my350z forum member for a while and have recently ventured onto the 370 realm.

Im expecting to pick one up in the next couple of months and plan to replace the clutch and then put the BP mid mount on myself. Then onto the cosmetics.

My twin-charged 350 setup was/is a ton of fun and its going to be hard to beat the driveability of that setup. Hopefully the BP kit can do it!!!!

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:pics: or :gtfo2:

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410 torque and 300 whp by 3800 rpms.

My '09 370 has been the most reliable car I've owned so far and my previous car was a Honda Accord to put that into perspective. No major issues, only cosmetic things like a rattle or two and the touring model's radio knobs suck. Volume will randomly decide to increase to full blast or mute itself. I've got 35K miles on the car now.

'09 is fine. almost 4yrs driven/ 40K miles. Tracked a lot. Reliable, strong and still like new. Enjoy it - would do it again. I'm sure a couple bad ones out there like any new car you buy from any manf. I did have the steering lock replaced under warranty but that was it and no big deal.

My 2009 has been trouble free. Only oil changes and a pre-emptive fuse pull. That doesn't mean that I don't have a few complaints, but those are minor. This is my fourth Z and they all have been great. But even the best of cars eventually cause some problems, no matter what the marque.

My '10 has been really bad... Really bad @ss that is!

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:iagree::driving::tup: loving mine to!

Try owning a BMW. Engine is bullet proof, but everything electronic will fail with a huge bill to follow. For example, the electronic thermostat was $400. All four window regulators failed on my 325i...around $500 each. I don't trust American cars for reliability and after my experience with German I am back to Japanese. I owned 4 Hondas and never did anything to them other than scheduled maintenance.

If I ain't Jap it's CRAP!

I've had my '97 Acura for 15 years now and 100,000 miles,with only a power window motor to pay for. Still looks, drives and feels like new---and I'm not exaggerating.

I forgot my final stage resistor for the climate control on the Bimmer failed resulting in a $700 bill. I also had both rear springs break. Granted Chicago roads are crap, but they were the same roads I drove in my Hondas with no spring problems. My girlfriend drive the same roads in her Miata with no broken springs. Needless to say, I was very disappointed with BMW quality. Great car to drive, but bring lots of money to the party. Knock on wood, the Z is great so far.