Should i trade for a Z?

theDreamer · 05-10-2013, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JungleZ

2013 Sport Package 370Z = 37,000$ invoice
Twin Turbo= $10-15,000
Springs + Shocks or Coilovers/sway bars= $1500-$3000
Tires,rear camber kit, Alignment= $2000
Uprev Tuning= ?

I didnt include Clear Bra, Stereo, BBK ss lines.
You decide if thats worth it

Where are you getting your numbers from?
A brand new Z can be had for under 35k easily, a TT kit with all the fixings (so this includes a tune) is 15k.

OP if you want real numbers:
Car - 25-35k
TT - 8k
Gauges - 1k
Clutch upgrade - 1200

Total: 35,000-45,000

That is all you need to be up & running, if you get the factory BBK you will be fine for awhile. I went 19k miles (then added boost) to 50k miles on the stock BBK rotor, pads, etc before replacing them. Coilovers/springs/wheels/tires are not really needed unless you want so throwing those into the cost is not necessary.

Chuck33079 · 05-10-2013, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

Where are you getting your numbers from?

He's just unhappy about his car purchase and trying to talk others out of buying a Z by bitching and massaging the numbers to make it look bad. Apparently he doesn't understand that his gripes are vastly in the minority, and being the one contrarian on a forum of enthusiasts who completely disagree is a huge waste of time. It's not a perfect vehicle (hint- that doesn't exist), but it's not the POS he seems to want all of us to think it is.

theDreamer · 05-10-2013, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

He's just unhappy about his car purchase and trying to talk others out of buying a Z by bitching and massaging the numbers to make it look bad. Apparently he doesn't understand that his gripes are vastly in the minority, and being the one contrarian on a forum of enthusiasts who completely disagree is a huge waste of time. It's not a perfect vehicle (hint- that doesn't exist), but it's not the POS he seems to want all of us to think it is.

Yep, no car is perfect and by the sounds of the OP he prefers to tinker with cars. Meaning that the brakes are not 100% perfect or the suspension is soft or the exhaust lacks that sports car sound, well that is ok because he is fine with making them better to balance his power or weight changes.

Chuck33079 · 05-10-2013, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

Yep, no car is perfect and by the sounds of the OP he prefers to tinker with cars. Meaning that the brakes are not 100% perfect or the suspension is soft or the exhaust lacks that sports car sound, well that is ok because he is fine with making them better to balance his power or weight changes.

That's the fun part.

SuperMiguel · 05-10-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

That's the fun part.

^

True story

SuperMiguel · 05-10-2013, 10:25 AM

So is there anything i should look for on a used Z? like which package i should go with?

Any difference power wise between the new ones and the old ones?

Chuck33079 · 05-10-2013, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

So is there anything i should look for on a used Z? like which package i should go with?

Any difference power wise between the new ones and the old ones?

Make sure it has the sport package for sure. Power's the same between all years. Get the manual if you're planning on boost. There's a lot more work required to make the auto stand up to the power.

theDreamer · 05-10-2013, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Make sure it has the sport package for sure. Power's the same between all years. Get the manual if you're planning on boost. There's a lot more work required to make the auto stand up to the power.

09-10 make sure you get the steering lock replaced under warranty if has not been (service records will have this)
If you are going boost you will want an oil cooler, focus on sport package, touring is leather seats with navigation option if you want that.

SuperMiguel · 05-10-2013, 11:08 AM

maybe im using the wrong site, but autos.yahoo.com doesnt display the package type:

Used Nissan Z cars in Tampa, FL 33614 - Yahoo! Autos

Is there a way to know from the pic?

Chuck33079 · 05-10-2013, 11:10 AM

Look for big brakes and the 19" Volks.

theDreamer · 05-10-2013, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Look for big brakes and the 19" Volks.

Sport package comes with:
Akebono BBK
19" wheels & tires
Sycro rev match
Rear spoiler
Front chin spoiler (is under the bumper)

Z370Z011 · 05-10-2013, 11:23 AM

If you do decide to get the Z, and want to boost it, then try getting in on this group buy. it will definitely save you a lot of money down the road. The Z is a great car, those who don't like it don't know how to appreciate what the car has to offer. I dont regret my decision at all

GTM Performance Engineering: MHI Twin Turbo Kit Group Buy

SuperMiguel · 05-10-2013, 11:41 AM

problem is finding a way to sell mine

i own 23k on it.. if i get that ill be happy.. but i may have to take all the mods out, sell it and just trade it to the dealer

theDreamer · 05-10-2013, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperMiguel

problem is finding a way to sell mine

i own 23k on it.. if i get that ill be happy.. but i may have to take all the mods out, sell it and just trade it to the dealer

Reverting your car back to stock & selling anything aftermarket will net the biggest returns.
Selling to the dealer is easy and will help on tax savings, but usually they will pay a lower cost, just have to weight the options.

SuperMiguel · 05-10-2013, 11:47 AM

ya i kinda want to take it to the dealer and ask them straight up how much i would get for my car with all the stock parts.. and go calculate from there

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05-10-2013, 10:25 AM	#51 (permalink)
SuperMiguel Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 17 Drives: 2.0t Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 12	So is there anything i should look for on a used Z? like which package i should go with? Any difference power wise between the new ones and the old ones?

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SuperMiguel Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 17 Drives: 2.0t Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 12	maybe im using the wrong site, but autos.yahoo.com doesnt display the package type: Used Nissan Z cars in Tampa, FL 33614 - Yahoo! Autos Is there a way to know from the pic?

05-10-2013, 11:23 AM	#57 (permalink)
Z370Z011 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 1,052 Drives: PearlWhite 370z 6MT Rep Power: 15	If you do decide to get the Z, and want to boost it, then try getting in on this group buy. it will definitely save you a lot of money down the road. The Z is a great car, those who don't like it don't know how to appreciate what the car has to offer. I dont regret my decision at all GTM Performance Engineering: MHI Twin Turbo Kit Group Buy

05-10-2013, 11:41 AM	#58 (permalink)
SuperMiguel Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 17 Drives: 2.0t Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 12	problem is finding a way to sell mine i own 23k on it.. if i get that ill be happy.. but i may have to take all the mods out, sell it and just trade it to the dealer

05-10-2013, 11:47 AM	#60 (permalink)
SuperMiguel Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tampa Posts: 17 Drives: 2.0t Genesis Coupe Rep Power: 12	ya i kinda want to take it to the dealer and ask them straight up how much i would get for my car with all the stock parts.. and go calculate from there