Living With It: 2009 Nissan 370Z (MotorTrend)

Endgame · 12-10-2008, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by dave

please! ive owned 330ci bmw, a 03 350z and 03 svt cobra these are my last 3 cars and i can tell you as far as noise and vibration they all do this, what ever this guy is lame. all sport or musle cars have this behaviors. if this guy is not used to driving cars like these cars then he Probably shouldnt write about them.ive own supras and just about anything else you could think of and none of them drove like a caddy.give me a break

Right. I was just reading up on the new E92 M3 and it appears that it also has noise and vibration, as do Vettes also.

Endgame · 12-10-2008, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SnakeBitten

I wonder if NVH of VQ37 is why Wards kept it off its 10 Best list.

Doubt it as the VQ was on for 08 due to the G37. Same engine...

Endgame · 12-10-2008, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SnakeBitten

Yeah but it takes you 10 city blocks to get to 60mph

LOL!! He is not lying!!! And actually, my RX8 does have some vibration and noise up high.

Garaged Z · 12-10-2008, 04:46 PM

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SnakeBitten wrote:

"Yeah but it takes you 10 city blocks to get to 60mph"

And it's Ugly Too..........

Endgame · 12-10-2008, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Garaged Z

And it's Ugly Too..........

Not with the MS kit!!

SnakeBitten · 12-10-2008, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

Doubt it as the VQ was on for 08 due to the G37. Same engine...

I see. Well now we have a conspiracy at Wards lol....I personally would have dropped the Chrysler Hemi 5.7 V8 off the list since it only makes 8 hp more than the VQ37 which is a V6. That Hemi is a sweet engine so not knocking it at all. It deserves a spot on the list but not to the exclusion of the VQ37. Wards got some splaining to do.

nogoodname · 12-10-2008, 05:03 PM

^^ I was surprised when it didnt make the list either...... what was the reasons??

bboypuertoroc · 12-10-2008, 05:17 PM

No reason was given.

My personal feeling - if people are worried about a little vibration in an area of the rev range they won't use often in a sports car then they really should consider a different type of car.

sbsmoov · 12-10-2008, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bboypuertoroc

My personal feeling - if people are worried about a little vibration in an area of the rev range they won't use often in a sports car then they really should consider a different type of car.

Amen. That about sums it up

Namir · 12-10-2008, 07:50 PM

VR30DETT anyone?

Until then, I can't imagine the VQ37 vibration being as bad as some people are making it out to be (journalists). I've driven the G37, but I guess I'll reserve judgment until I drive the 370Z (hopefully sooner rather than later).

What do you guys think about a smaller VRDETT for the Z. Something like a 3.0 liter version of the GTR motor. 330hp would be pretty attainable with that set up, with the possibility for future modifications.
BMW did a wonderful job with their 3.0 I6-TT, almost eliminating turbo lag and creating pretty linear power delivery. Should Nissan follow suit?

Ryephile · 12-10-2008, 11:36 PM

I don't know about you guys, but I'm thankful that he's whining about it being "too low". Too many "sports" cars these days are getting a factory lift kit to appease all these soccer-moms that don't want to actually sit IN their cars and make it all but impossible to see the top of the roof [coughEvoXcough].

I LOOOVE me some low-ness!

sensi09 · 12-11-2008, 01:29 AM

I've had all three versions of the VQ in the 350Z and currently have a HR Z. I've found that the engine has become smoother and less harsh with each reincarnation. The 3.7 likely continues with this theme, but in the end may still seem a bit harsh compared to its competitors.

I doubt the majority will be bothered by this and will only really be noticeable if driven back to back with other cars.

o0javi0o · 12-11-2008, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SnakeBitten

Yeah but it takes you 10 city blocks to get to 60mph

gettingaZ · 12-11-2008, 09:56 AM

Yeah, if you are worried about a little noise and vibrations...A sports car is not for you! lol.

370zgrl · 08-13-2012, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sbsmoov

Nobody's bitching...we are just having a discussion as to why such negative comments were made about the motor in the MotorTrend article. If anyone's bitching its the author of the article--no one on this forum is bitching about it.

12-10-2008, 11:36 PM	#26 (permalink)
Ryephile Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Metro-Detroit Posts: 23 Drives: '02 Cooper S Rep Power: 17	I don't know about you guys, but I'm thankful that he's whining about it being "too low". Too many "sports" cars these days are getting a factory lift kit to appease all these soccer-moms that don't want to actually sit IN their cars and make it all but impossible to see the top of the roof [coughEvoXcough]. I LOOOVE me some low-ness! __________________

12-11-2008, 09:56 AM	#29 (permalink)
gettingaZ Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Flarida Posts: 42 Drives: Mazdaspeed3 Rep Power: 17	Yeah, if you are worried about a little noise and vibrations...A sports car is not for you! lol. __________________ Awaiting the Nissan 370Z

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12-11-2008, 01:29 AM	#27 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 17	I've had all three versions of the VQ in the 350Z and currently have a HR Z. I've found that the engine has become smoother and less harsh with each reincarnation. The 3.7 likely continues with this theme, but in the end may still seem a bit harsh compared to its competitors. I doubt the majority will be bothered by this and will only really be noticeable if driven back to back with other cars.