Please convince me to buy a Z!

OldGuy · 10-31-2013, 03:07 PM

I define "unsafe" as a situation presenting an unnecessary and avoidable risk of a reasonably foreseeable threat to my safety and the safety of my passengers and my car. I've practiced law for 40 years and seen way too much pain and suffering caused by people placing themselves in such "unsafe" situations. Trust me---it just isn't worth it.

Chuck33079 · 10-31-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

I define "unsafe" as a situation presenting an unnecessary and avoidable risk of a reasonably foreseeable threat to my safety and the safety of my passengers and my car. I've practiced law for 40 years and seen way too much pain and suffering caused by people placing themselves in such "unsafe" situations. Trust me---it just isn't worth it.

Your lawyer is showing.

I was kinda asking what you mean by saying the Z is unsafe in winter.

kenchan · 10-31-2013, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Your lawyer is showing.

I was kinda asking what you mean by saying the Z is unsafe in winter.

i think he was referring to the other dumbarse drivers running cheap pos a/s tires smashing into your prefect Z.

it's an avoidable risk. get a winter beater, hibernate your Z.

even if you die in your beater, your Z is safe!

OldGuy · 10-31-2013, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i think he was referring to the other dumbarse drivers running cheap pos a/s tires smashing into your prefect Z.

it's an avoidable risk. get a winter beater, hibernate your Z.

even if you die in your beater, your Z is safe!

Yep. That's pretty much what I said. LOL

kenchan · 10-31-2013, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

Yep. That's pretty much what I said. LOL

Bking · 10-31-2013, 04:29 PM

I can't think of anything that the civic has over the Z, except for the extra seats.

Look for other cars around $25k and compare. I doubt you can find one that can compete with the Z.

Chuck33079 · 10-31-2013, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i think he was referring to the other dumbarse drivers running cheap pos a/s tires smashing into your prefect Z.

it's an avoidable risk. get a winter beater, hibernate your Z.

even if you die in your beater, your Z is safe!

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

Yep. That's pretty much what I said. LOL

Ah. I read it as there was something about the Z that made it unsafe in winter conditions, not that winter driving is less safe than other times of year.

nhbpcivicsi · 10-31-2013, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Bking

I can't think of anything that the civic has over the Z, except for the extra seats.

Look for other cars around $25k and compare. I doubt you can find one that can compete with the Z.

There are many options around $25K, but the Z is prob my favorite! Camaro/Mustang (everybody drives one nowadays), G37 (not as aggressive and sexy as the G35), BRZ/FR-S (not enough power)

Im not too worried about the weather it never snows here lol

kenchan · 10-31-2013, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

There are many options around $25K, but the Z is prob my favorite! Camaro/Mustang (everybody drives one nowadays), G37 (not as aggressive and sexy as the G35), BRZ/FR-S (not enough power)

Im not too worried about the weather it never snows here lol

yep, all good reasons you posted.

Zbrah · 10-31-2013, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

There are many options around $25K, but the Z is prob my favorite! Camaro/Mustang (everybody drives one nowadays), G37 (not as aggressive and sexy as the G35), BRZ/FR-S (not enough power)

Im not too worried about the weather it never snows here lol

Go test drive one of these, and make sure it's the 3.8!

SouthArk370Z · 10-31-2013, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by nhbpcivicsi

Well hello there fellas

i'm currently looking at a 2011 Manual black 370Z base (sport package) with 20k miles, listed for $25k, what do you guys think about the price?
As it appears from my name I currently drive a 2007 Honda civic Si coupe, and im thinking its time to change things up since I've had the car for about two years! Im just having difficulties to accept the fact that if I do purchase the Z, maintenance will definitely go up, and gas of course.. what do you guys think? has anybody else made this switch before? any help would be appreciated

I'm not sure if $23-25k is a good price or not (it seems about right) but, as others have said, the 370Z is one of the better cars in that price range. As with any car, it has a few quirks but, for me, no deal killers. I've been very happy with my '09 Touring - one of the best all-around sports cars I've driven.

nhbpcivicsi · 10-31-2013, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Zbrah

Go test drive one of these, and make sure it's the 3.8!

Not sure if serious of trolling?? A HYUNDAI GENESIS??

Elan · 10-31-2013, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

What is this blasphemy?! I never said left! We all know that you don't need the right mirror. I think I change lane now. Good luck everyone else!

tnav · 10-31-2013, 09:31 PM

Hey man, no disrespect, keep your Civic, Z is not for you

Chuck33079 · 10-31-2013, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by tnav

Hey man, no disrespect, keep your Civic, Z is not for you

Why? Because he's doing his homework and asking for owners' opinions before he puts his money down? I fail to see how the "Z is not for him" based on the questions he's asked.

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10-31-2013, 03:07 PM	#61 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 16	I define "unsafe" as a situation presenting an unnecessary and avoidable risk of a reasonably foreseeable threat to my safety and the safety of my passengers and my car. I've practiced law for 40 years and seen way too much pain and suffering caused by people placing themselves in such "unsafe" situations. Trust me---it just isn't worth it.

10-31-2013, 04:29 PM	#66 (permalink)
Bking Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 298 Drives: 40th Z Rep Power: 14	I can't think of anything that the civic has over the Z, except for the extra seats. Look for other cars around $25k and compare. I doubt you can find one that can compete with the Z.

10-31-2013, 09:31 PM	#74 (permalink)
tnav Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 316 Drives: 2012 370z Silver 6sp Rep Power: 12	Hey man, no disrespect, keep your Civic, Z is not for you