Farewell, Fairlady.....

yellogixxer · 12-03-2013, 07:35 PM

I traded in my Z for a 'Vette today. I have to say the Z is an awesome car. It is refined in it's performance, a fun and pleasant car to own and drive, but we just never really connected.
2 years ago, I traded my Mustang GT for the Z and had buyer's remorse until I picked up the keys to my new car. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing bad to say about the Z, or any other foreign car for that matter, it just isn't my cup of tea. It wasn't for a lack of trying. In the 2 years I had my car, I racked up over 32,000 miles...each one enjoyable...and it would easily have been more if I wasn't trying not to drive it into the ground. It was always a fine sight to see when walking through the parking lot and caching the 2/3 profile view of the Z. I would often peek into the garage to catch a view...it really is a pretty car.
The Z community, especially the guys and girls on this forum, are a great bunch of people. I wish I could have been as enthusiastic about the car as most of you are. I met a lot of interesting people here and made a few friends. I learned a lot from the people on this forum. I tackled some mods and got more than a few technical answers here.
I'll probably continue to lurk around here, because it is an interesting forum, but now I'll be a real outsider....one that drives a 'Vette!!

m4a1mustang · 12-03-2013, 07:43 PM

Enjoy the 'Vette!

Akbubba47 · 12-03-2013, 07:43 PM

Sorry to hear about the small peepee. See ya later. Jk. But honestly, I'd never own a vette or a mustang. Mustangs I won't even get into that subject lol. And vettes are overpriced. I had a full vette swap in a Nissan 240sx. Loved it. But to actually own a vette id rather so many cars over it in that price range. Regardless good luck with it, the color is beautiful and I'm sure it'll be fun for a long time.

/Angelo350Z/ · 12-03-2013, 08:16 PM

Congrats on the purcahse OP. The Vette certainly is a superior car. I understand what you mean about not bonding with your car. I somewhat feel the same about my 370Z, which is a bit annoying because I've always instantly felt the bond with my previous Z cars. In fact, I haven't driven my Z in over 3 weeks. Maybe I'm just geting old.

yellogixxer · 12-04-2013, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by /Angelo350Z/

Congrats on the purcahse OP. The Vette certainly is a superior car. I understand what you mean about not bonding with your car. I somewhat feel the same about my 370Z, which is a bit annoying because I've always instantly felt the bond with my previous Z cars. In fact, I haven't driven my Z in over 3 weeks. Maybe I'm just geting old.

I don't think age has anything to do with it. It's just a chemistry thing. It's like dating a super hot chick that you don't have anything in common with. It's great for the first week or so, then you just want to move on.

Elan · 12-03-2013, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Akbubba47

Sorry to hear about the small peepee. See ya later. Jk. But honestly, I'd never own a vette or a mustang. Mustangs I won't even get into that subject lol. And vettes are overpriced. I had a full vette swap in a Nissan 240sx. Loved it. But to actually own a vette id rather so many cars over it in that price range. Regardless good luck with it, the color is beautiful and I'm sure it'll be fun for a long time.

Over-priced?! My buddy picked up a 2006 with 40,000 miles for 25k and we just found a 2008 Z51 fully loaded with 24k miles for 28k. Just gotta know where to look!

Very nice car OP! They are so much fun to drive!

m4a1mustang · 12-03-2013, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Elan

Over-priced?! My buddy picked up a 2006 with 40,000 miles for 25k and we just found a 2008 Z51 fully loaded with 24k miles for 28k. Just gotta know where to look!

Very nice car OP! They are so much fun to drive!

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

6MT · 12-03-2013, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

Haboob · 12-03-2013, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

I don't hate you.

MyKindaGuise · 12-03-2013, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

We cant all be ford focus driving fairy's

But seriously...really shocked at the closed minded views on this forum.

Enjoy the Vette Gix...Ill still be car showing with you in spring

Akbubba47 · 12-04-2013, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

I've owned 24 cars. Only 2 of them were Z's. I'm not hating on his choice. Just said it wasn't for me. I do feel it's overpriced. More directly towards the price they cost new vs the rapid depreciation the vehicle suffers. Let that be disputed, I'll wait.

Chuck33079 · 12-04-2013, 04:33 PM

For reference, when M4a1 says this:

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

The point people are missing is that in the forum's heyday we didn't treat departing members like this. When someone decided to move on there was no, "wow, this car sucks," or "what a downgrade" talk. Instead it was a simple, "good luck!" and we moved on.

When someone spends time on the forum to participate and contribute I think we at least owe them a bit of respect. There's no need to denigrate someone's choice. It's not an A vs. B thread... it's a "Hey guys, thanks, I had fun!" thread.

Some still get it, many don't. But I digress...

He's pretty much talking about disparaging crap like this:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Akbubba47

Sorry to hear about the small peepee. See ya later. Jk. But honestly, I'd never own a vette or a mustang. Mustangs I won't even get into that subject lol. And vettes are overpriced. I had a full vette swap in a Nissan 240sx. Loved it. But to actually own a vette id rather so many cars over it in that price range. Regardless good luck with it, the color is beautiful and I'm sure it'll be fun for a long time.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Akbubba47

I've owned 24 cars. Only 2 of them were Z's. I'm not hating on his choice. Just said it wasn't for me. I do feel it's overpriced. More directly towards the price they cost new vs the rapid depreciation the vehicle suffers. Let that be disputed, I'll wait.

bigdog1250 · 12-06-2013, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Akbubba47

I've owned 24 cars. Only 2 of them were Z's. I'm not hating on his choice. Just said it wasn't for me. I do feel it's overpriced. More directly towards the price they cost new vs the rapid depreciation the vehicle suffers. Let that be disputed, I'll wait.

^You have a terrible argument

alcheng · 12-04-2013, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by yellogixxer

I traded in my Z for a 'Vette today. I have to say the Z is an awesome car. It is refined in it's performance, a fun and pleasant car to own and drive, but we just never really connected.
2 years ago, I traded my Mustang GT for the Z and had buyer's remorse until I picked up the keys to my new car. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing bad to say about the Z, or any other foreign car for that matter, it just isn't my cup of tea. It wasn't for a lack of trying. In the 2 years I had my car, I racked up over 32,000 miles...each one enjoyable...and it would easily have been more if I wasn't trying not to drive it into the ground. It was always a fine sight to see when walking through the parking lot and caching the 2/3 profile view of the Z. I would often peek into the garage to catch a view...it really is a pretty car.
The Z community, especially the guys and girls on this forum, are a great bunch of people. I wish I could have been as enthusiastic about the car as most of you are. I met a lot of interesting people here and made a few friends. I learned a lot from the people on this forum. I tackled some mods and got more than a few technical answers here.
I'll probably continue to lurk around here, because it is an interesting forum, but now I'll be a real outsider....one that drives a 'Vette!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

You seem to forget what forum you're on! This place hates on anything that isn't a Z.

we give our love.... as long as you don't have a mustang....

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JWillis72 · 12-03-2013, 07:45 PM

I have never been a vette fan but after being on the track with them at Sebring and seeing how they get around the track they are growing on me. I hope you love it!

12-03-2013, 07:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
yellogixxer Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Reading, Pa Posts: 248 Drives: 07 C6 M6 Cpe Rep Power: 14	Farewell, Fairlady..... I traded in my Z for a 'Vette today. I have to say the Z is an awesome car. It is refined in it's performance, a fun and pleasant car to own and drive, but we just never really connected. 2 years ago, I traded my Mustang GT for the Z and had buyer's remorse until I picked up the keys to my new car. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing bad to say about the Z, or any other foreign car for that matter, it just isn't my cup of tea. It wasn't for a lack of trying. In the 2 years I had my car, I racked up over 32,000 miles...each one enjoyable...and it would easily have been more if I wasn't trying not to drive it into the ground. It was always a fine sight to see when walking through the parking lot and caching the 2/3 profile view of the Z. I would often peek into the garage to catch a view...it really is a pretty car. The Z community, especially the guys and girls on this forum, are a great bunch of people. I wish I could have been as enthusiastic about the car as most of you are. I met a lot of interesting people here and made a few friends. I learned a lot from the people on this forum. I tackled some mods and got more than a few technical answers here. I'll probably continue to lurk around here, because it is an interesting forum, but now I'll be a real outsider....one that drives a 'Vette!! bigdog1250, marks370z and damian_mb like this. __________________ '07 C6 6MT Coupe 03 Accord, DD, 400k miles

12-03-2013, 07:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	Enjoy the 'Vette! bigdog1250 and yellogixxer like this. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

12-03-2013, 07:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
Akbubba47 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Fort Lee NJ Posts: 304 Drives: 2009 PW 6sp touring Rep Power: 13	Sorry to hear about the small peepee. See ya later. Jk. But honestly, I'd never own a vette or a mustang. Mustangs I won't even get into that subject lol. And vettes are overpriced. I had a full vette swap in a Nissan 240sx. Loved it. But to actually own a vette id rather so many cars over it in that price range. Regardless good luck with it, the color is beautiful and I'm sure it'll be fun for a long time. yellogixxer and Troyz like this. __________________ 2009 PW Touring. 6sp, Volk TE37's, MXP catback, and high flow cats.

12-03-2013, 08:16 PM	#4 (permalink)
/Angelo350Z/ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Germany Posts: 2,230 Drives: Z34 \| MK7 \| F82 Rep Power: 3661	Congrats on the purcahse OP. The Vette certainly is a superior car. I understand what you mean about not bonding with your car. I somewhat feel the same about my 370Z, which is a bit annoying because I've always instantly felt the bond with my previous Z cars. In fact, I haven't driven my Z in over 3 weeks. Maybe I'm just geting old. bigdog1250 and yellogixxer like this. __________________ 2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT

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