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well guys/gals, was waiting to say anything till i got a final word on my Z but it looks like i may have to give up on my current Z

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Old 12-19-2012, 02:01 AM   #1 (permalink)
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well guys/gals, was waiting to say anything till i got a final word on my Z but it looks like i may have to give up on my current Z which is sitting on life support now at a body shop. kind of a freak accident really, normal day just going to work as usual and went to take the last right turn before i got to my job, no rain but roads were still a little wet from the previous nights rain so turned off VDC like i usually do since i didnt plan to be encountering anything dangerous on my short trip to work which is less than 10 miles from where i live. boy was i wrong, was going around 20mph taking the right turn and before i knew it i felt the back tires lose traction tried to turn into the slide but it was to late and i had to sit back and watch helplessly as my Z plowed into the nearest electric pole. my Z is now sitting at a nearby body shop waiting to be torn apart and checked from top to bottom, but it's not looking good....talked to body shop adjuster earlier today and according to her from just looking at the outside there is a good chance of frame damage. luckily i had GAP insurance on the Z so all the finances will be taken care of, but i was wondering....i am doing some planning for worst case scenario that it is totalled and i have a few choices as far as cars go, i was thinking of either getting another Z but this time a 2013, a 2013 mustang GT, or a scion FR-S...given the choice what would you guys do, oh and any other suggestions of good replacement cars are welcomed also. i went ahead and test drove a new 2013 Z today and i have to say i am pretty impressed by the improvements they made over my 2011, suspension feels a little softer but not to soft, the manual transmission on the one i test drove also felt alot smoother with alot softer feel to the clutch as well. going to be going car shopping with a buddy of mine this weekend so just hoping i dont pass up anything good if anyone has any suggestions on cars.
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Sorry to hear about your accident, glad you're okay though.


My vote would be for another Z, but I can't put my money on a 2013, the body (un)improvements ruined it for me.

As for the mustang, I'd say wait till the 2014's come out to invest in one of those, so sayeth some Mustang owners I know.

BRZ wouldn't be bad, apparently has a much larger aftermarket following than the Z does.
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Whoaaa say it isn't so Mike

I would look at new Nismo

A Mustang would be bada$$ but not scarce like a Z

Keep us posted
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Whoaaa say it isn't so Mike

I would look at new Nismo

A Mustang would be bada$$ but not scarce like a Z

Keep us posted
yeah unfortunately it is, as much as i hate to even think of my Z being totalled by the insurance company i know it a very realistic possibility it is going to be and just trying to weigh out my options on where to go from this point forward. i had them do some of the paperwork to get things rolling at fontana nissan and they have been pretty good with working with me so far and they even came close to matching what my payments with my current Z are even with the price increase on the 2013's, but im still kinda on the fence about it cause the payments they gave me were going to be about $50 higher than my current payment which isnt much, but i'd still like to keep my payments as low as possible just like anyone would. heck im even considering getting a beater car for the time being and just saving up for a GT-R at this point lol.
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1. Get a beater and wait until the next generation GT-R.
2. Get a Scion FR-S.
3. Get a beater and wait until the 2015 240Z comes out.
4. Get a beater and wait until the 2014 Mustang comes out.
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1. Get a beater and wait until the next generation GT-R.
2. Get a Scion FR-S.
3. Get a beater and wait until the 2015 240Z comes out.
4. Get a beater and wait until the 2014 Mustang comes out.
i'm assuming thats what your choices would be in that exact order? lol
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I vote a 13" You might be able to find a steal on a 2012 as well.
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Dam that sucks, I see you're in Fullerton I went to school there it's the most crowded worst city to drive in SoCal sometimes.

2013 z is ugly in my opinion. Frs is underpowered for street driving, mustang is a good choice if you're into brute torque.
I would say get something crappy now and save for next gen z or used gtr
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well guys/gals, was waiting to say anything till i got a final word on my Z but it looks like i may have to give up on my current Z which is sitting on life support now at a body shop. kind of a freak accident really, normal day just going to work as usual and went to take the last right turn before i got to my job, no rain but roads were still a little wet from the previous nights rain so turned off VDC like i usually do since i didnt plan to be encountering anything dangerous on my short trip to work which is less than 10 miles from where i live. boy was i wrong, was going around 20mph taking the right turn and before i knew it i felt the back tires lose traction tried to turn into the slide but it was to late and i had to sit back and watch helplessly as my Z plowed into the nearest electric pole. my Z is now sitting at a nearby body shop waiting to be torn apart and checked from top to bottom, but it's not looking good....talked to body shop adjuster earlier today and according to her from just looking at the outside there is a good chance of frame damage. luckily i had GAP insurance on the Z so all the finances will be taken care of, but i was wondering....i am doing some planning for worst case scenario that it is totalled and i have a few choices as far as cars go, i was thinking of either getting another Z but this time a 2013, a 2013 mustang GT, or a scion FR-S...given the choice what would you guys do, oh and any other suggestions of good replacement cars are welcomed also. i went ahead and test drove a new 2013 Z today and i have to say i am pretty impressed by the improvements they made over my 2011, suspension feels a little softer but not to soft, the manual transmission on the one i test drove also felt alot smoother with alot softer feel to the clutch as well. going to be going car shopping with a buddy of mine this weekend so just hoping i dont pass up anything good if anyone has any suggestions on cars.
Hate to hear that happened Z_ealot. Glad your ok. If i were you i'd get a 2012 370Z or 2013 model even though i don't like the refresh they gave it. Look for a 2012 with your options, in this economy a brand new one is sitting at someone's dealership, probably cheaper too compared to the 2013's pricing increase.
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Sorry to hear about your Z.

As good as the handling on the FRS/BRZ might be, I think the lack of power will get to you. Especially if you are considering other cars like a Mustang.

My votes in order.

1. Find a 2012 that dealer is trying to move for 2013, good deals could be had
2. If you can stomach it, get beater and save for GTR
3. Mustang to change it up if you like 'merican.
4. If you can swing it, last generation Z06, its grown on me big time.
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Sorry to hear about your loss...

I would get a Z, but I'm biased...
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Both cars you've picked will be neat. With all those turbos at Subaru, one is bound to turn up on the BRZ soon. That would be the one to get, otherwise you are going backwards.

The Mustang is practically another culture compared to the Z. I'd return to the Z myself.
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Hate to see a Blue Z destroyed. With all these next gen cars on schedule... hoopty-it out for a while. Wait and see next gen improvements. Then choose.
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys keep them coming I am looking at All options so no idea anyone has will go to waste
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