2011 or 2013??

mayday813 · 12-09-2012, 11:10 AM

I've been following the steering lock threads for weeks now and I've not seen a case involving a 2011+ model to date. Mostly 2009 and 2010 models.

DLSTR · 12-09-2012, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

Do a search on any 11+ having steering lock issues, find one and I'll redact my statement. In all honesty, if the OP doesn't have a preference on style or specific color, the 2011 is a much better buy. They will most likely offer special financing and more $$$ of in comparison to the 2013. It's not a matter of affordability. A SP + touring convertible model with nav can scrape past 50k. Getting the same thing for less is just more sensible. The depreciation on such a loaded vehicle will hurt when buying new, at least get it for a huge discount to ease the pain. Now if the OP wants the new blue or red color, likes the new SP rims and bumper, by all means, get what you want. But to me, saying I got a 13' instead of I have an 11' because its "newer than the other new car? That's just a smug individual trying to make a statement no one would give a flying F about in the first place.... except the smug individual.

Let the redactions begin:

Smug nothing. Buy what is the lastest for better performance.....always. I listed the items that make the newer model better in my opinion but again the OP and his money matter more than my silly opinion

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SS_Firehawk · 12-09-2012, 11:49 AM

Please link

And if it is performance first.....always, where's your Nismo? Oh wait, those didn't have a performance advantage either. OP, please let us know what you get haha. You have us arguing over the merits of two vehicles that are 99% the same. Oh and FYI, 15% off 50k is $42,500.

DLSTR · 12-09-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

Please link

And if it is performance first.....always, where's your Nismo? Oh wait, those didn't have a performance advantage either. OP, please let us know what you get haha. You have us arguing over the merits of two vehicles that are 99% the same. Oh and FYI, 15% off 50k is $42,500.

DIY: Replace dreaded steering-lock on 2009s and early 2010s.

Nismo not needed as you said

On the Autobahn at 130+mph you cant tell the difference Im betting.

SS_Firehawk · 12-09-2012, 12:11 PM

You win that battle haha. Impressive you found what must be the single existing steering wheel lock issue on the 2011's. Then again, mine was manufactured in August 2011 and bought late Sep. Not sure if they made any more changes or that 2011 was fitted with an older revision.

nmjaxx9 · 12-09-2012, 12:22 PM

get the 2011 hands down the better Z.

Z-Girl 12 · 12-09-2012, 01:09 PM

Unless ur dying to tell people u have a 2013 and the new front is a must than by all means...rock the 2013. In the end its ur $. We will accept here either way

DLSTR · 12-09-2012, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

You win that battle haha. Impressive you found what must be the single existing steering wheel lock issue on the 2011's. Then again, mine was manufactured in August 2011 and bought late Sep. Not sure if they made any more changes or that 2011 was fitted with an older revision.

No battle. That part is a trainwreck and Nissan is giving us the finger rather than recall. Deleted on the 13 of course. What rev is on your machine.

DLSTR · 12-09-2012, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Z-Girl 12

Unless ur dying to tell people u have a 2013 and the new front is a must than by all means...rock the 2013. In the end its ur $. We will accept here either way

This. Its a Z and a great machine fangs or no fangs!!

homeryansta · 12-09-2012, 01:32 PM

penfed.org 1.49 apr financing.

Go for the '11 no-brainer. The '13 is butt ugly.

RoshDawg · 12-09-2012, 01:38 PM

For sure ask for fresh oil at least. Seriously.
And try to negotiate for a bit more than 15%. I got almost that on my 2010 when I bought it in late 2010.

SS_Firehawk · 12-09-2012, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DLSTR

No battle. That part is a trainwreck and Nissan is giving us the finger rather than recall. Deleted on the 13 of course. What rev is on your machine.

I like a good debate lol. Not sure what revision mine is. Can't check because I'm in AFG and the car is with GTM getting nice goodies put on

ShinyBlueZ · 12-10-2012, 01:11 AM

I'm just curious what the car they'll loan you for free for 4 months is lol a 2-door altima coupe? I'm really loving those

I guess in the end it comes down to.. what colour is the 11? if it's the blue you want.. the 11 blue is sooooo much nicer than the new dark constipated poopie blue. daytime LEDs are also quite tacky imho. but you 'do' get to say you have a brand new 13 with perfect paint and fresh warranty.

personally I like the pre-13's.. but for only 15% more (like $3000? $3500?) I would be tempted for the brand new one, esp if you're going with white or black.

oh and post pics of your new car and/or 3 month loaner

DLSTR · 12-10-2012, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SS_Firehawk

I like a good debate lol. Not sure what revision mine is. Can't check because I'm in AFG and the car is with GTM getting nice goodies put on

Rog. See if GTM can look under the wheel and inform you. Stay safe!

UNKNOWN_370 · 12-10-2012, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by forza370z

I pretty much agree with the above. Unless you really like the new look of the 2013 model, go ahead grab the 2011 one. You could save some money and enjoy it right away.

Having said that, the 2013 model's new look is really growing on me. I wasn't a big fan of them until I saw one in person.

If i were forced to buy a 2013. I think the front looks pretty good in black and magma red.

Blue is ok, silver gm and white, the front end looks weird. Solid Red the car looks completely wack. The new Z front is seriously color dependent.

If i were buying a 2013, i'd honeslty be buying a Nismo.

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SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	Please link And if it is performance first.....always, where's your Nismo? Oh wait, those didn't have a performance advantage either. OP, please let us know what you get haha. You have us arguing over the merits of two vehicles that are 99% the same. Oh and FYI, 15% off 50k is $42,500. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction Last edited by SS_Firehawk; 12-09-2012 at 11:54 AM.

12-09-2012, 12:11 PM	#20 (permalink)
SS_Firehawk Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,142 Drives: 13' Magma Red Nismo Rep Power: 7335	You win that battle haha. Impressive you found what must be the single existing steering wheel lock issue on the 2011's. Then again, mine was manufactured in August 2011 and bought late Sep. Not sure if they made any more changes or that 2011 was fitted with an older revision. __________________ Old Car:GTM TSC'd 550whp / 410lbft tq @ 11.88PSI New Car: Under Construction

12-09-2012, 01:09 PM	#22 (permalink)
Z-Girl 12 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 4,105 Drives: Spirited Rep Power: 11716	Unless ur dying to tell people u have a 2013 and the new front is a must than by all means...rock the 2013. In the end its ur $. We will accept here either way JARblue likes this. __________________ 2012 Z-SOLD 2014 Nismo #565 Fast Intentions CBE/HFC/Swift/SPC/RJM/H&R-15/20mm/Z1 CAI/Headers/Intake Manifold w/Uprev Tune 328.31whp/263.64tq

12-09-2012, 01:32 PM	#25 (permalink)
homeryansta Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Brooklyn Park, MN Posts: 424 Drives: 04 se-r spec v, 370z Rep Power: 14	penfed.org 1.49 apr financing. Go for the '11 no-brainer. The '13 is butt ugly. __________________

12-09-2012, 01:38 PM	#26 (permalink)
RoshDawg Track Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: NM / CA Posts: 981 Drives: '13 911 C2S Rep Power: 15	For sure ask for fresh oil at least. Seriously. And try to negotiate for a bit more than 15%. I got almost that on my 2010 when I bought it in late 2010. __________________ \| EVO X MR \| '11 WRX STI \| 370Z SPRT \| 911 (991) C2S \|

12-09-2012, 11:10 AM	#16 (permalink)
mayday813 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 143 Drives: 11 370Z spt tour 6mt Rep Power: 14	I've been following the steering lock threads for weeks now and I've not seen a case involving a 2011+ model to date. Mostly 2009 and 2010 models.

12-09-2012, 12:22 PM	#21 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 26	get the 2011 hands down the better Z.

12-10-2012, 01:11 AM	#28 (permalink)
ShinyBlueZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: In My Z Posts: 462 Drives: Shiniest Bluest Z Rep Power: 13	I'm just curious what the car they'll loan you for free for 4 months is lol a 2-door altima coupe? I'm really loving those I guess in the end it comes down to.. what colour is the 11? if it's the blue you want.. the 11 blue is sooooo much nicer than the new dark constipated poopie blue. daytime LEDs are also quite tacky imho. but you 'do' get to say you have a brand new 13 with perfect paint and fresh warranty. personally I like the pre-13's.. but for only 15% more (like $3000? $3500?) I would be tempted for the brand new one, esp if you're going with white or black. oh and post pics of your new car and/or 3 month loaner

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