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genesis2012 02-28-2014 02:04 AM
Is your Z a burden to you?
 
Anyone find their Z a burden?

For example: high monthly payments, insurance, can't afford gas, two seaters, can't afford repairs, cabin space, excessive noise, unwanted attention, complaints from significant other etc etc.

I don't have any problems with my car, but I can imagine the Z can be a burden for some. Especially if he/she uses it as a DD.

Z_ealot 02-28-2014 02:18 AM
never found my Z to be a burden when i had it, but in my situation im single and my friends have their own cars they can drive if they want to get somewhere and as far as the road noise, etc. that never bothered me with my Z as it was 10x quieter than the chevy cobalt that i had before it and a hell of alot more fun to drive

SgtGoldy 02-28-2014 02:34 AM
Its not a burden of you enjoy it :tup:

OldFart 02-28-2014 05:51 AM
Not a burden, in my case more an obsession with the modding part of it.

H2O_Doc 02-28-2014 06:01 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2712606)
Anyone find their Z a burden?

For example: high monthly payments, insurance, can't afford gas, two seaters, can't afford repairs, cabin space, excessive noise, unwanted attention, complaints from significant other etc etc.

I don't have any problems with my car, but I can imagine the Z can be a burden for some. Especially if he/she uses it as a DD.
No, not at all. Daily driver. Of course, my alternative is a 4Runner; Z is my eco-warrior compared to that thing.

Two seats are great, esp at the office as I don't have to haul people to lunch or pickup visitors.

JWillis72 02-28-2014 06:39 AM
I love my Z as a DD! If anyone find the car annoying because they can't afford payments,gas or service its not the cars fault they bought a car they can't afford. I purchased my Z right after we got our son a car since I no longer has to be a sports taxi and I love not driving a SUV!

XiP 02-28-2014 06:43 AM
a sports car is meant to be driven and enjoyed. if it's a burden then you should have bought something else that fits your needs/budget :twocents:

3.7 ZPA 02-28-2014 06:54 AM
The only burden is not driving it during this fvcked up winter. I miss the hell out of driving it.

6MT-Z34 02-28-2014 06:56 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by H2O_Doc (Post 2712641)
No, not at all. Daily driver. Of course, my alternative is a 4Runner; Z is my eco-warrior compared to that thing.

Two seats are great, esp at the office as I don't have to haul people to lunch or pickup visitors.
:iagree:

As a dd all these things don't bother me; noise, gas, cabin space, attention(only at times) etc. But I've been trying to get away from the mod virus but I'm already felling a little sick :ughdance:

Also, I don't the Z is a burden for the OP, he was just asking if anybody did

JARblue 02-28-2014 07:27 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2712606)
Anyone find their Z a burden?

For example: high monthly payments, insurance, can't afford gas, two seaters, can't afford repairs, cabin space, excessive noise, unwanted attention, complaints from significant other etc etc.

I don't have any problems with my car, but I can imagine the Z can be a burden for some. Especially if he/she uses it as a DD.
Absolutely not! :tiphat:

A lot of the problems you mention seem to be common for people who spend more than they can afford. You should evaluate all of these elements prior to purchase.

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High monthly payments? It's a $30-40K car, they're not that high. You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Insurance? It's a sports car and might be more expensive than your average sedan. Get a quote. You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Can't afford gas? If you're having trouble paying for gas, I don't know how you can afford a car payment. Premium isn't significantly more expensive than regular, and the mpgs are given based on conservative driving habits. You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Two seaters? There are circumstances (like a kid) that might force a sale after purchase, but you shouldn't hold that against the Z. You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Can't afford repairs? This is a sports car and is going to require more costly maintenance than your average sedan (esp in tires). You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Cabin space? Ok so I'm starting to feel like there is a little bit of a pattern here. You should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase.

Excessive noise? I never thought it was excessive to begin with, but I accept the fact that it's a sports car with a hatch. It's going to be noisier than your average sedan. I installed some sound deadening in the hatch. I have some for the doors as well, but I haven't installed it yet. You shouldn't expect this to be a quiet car. Something else that helps is not using your phone in the car.

Unwanted attention? Most cops aren't gunning to bust sports cars exclusively. Drive with courtesy and speed within reason you shouldn't have any more trouble than any average vehicle. That being said, a red sports car is probably going to attract a little more attention than a gray sedan.

Complaints from significant other? Generally speaking, you should know if this is going to be a problem before purchase or before you get too serious in a relationship. Our Z was originally my wife's DD before her commute changed from all highway no traffic to across town through rush hour traffic. Now she wants an AT 370Z :driving: She complains a little about the mod money spent, but then she gets me things like the RJM clutch pedal assembly for my birthday so I don't know what to think. Women... :icon17:


The only person I can think of who might answer yes on this forum would be JungleZ. He hates his Z and gets banned regularly for being excessively vocal about it on the forum. You can ignore him if he posts here :tup:

Haboob 02-28-2014 07:36 AM
It is now, because I saw another Midnight Blue in Phoenix. That brings the total up to three (including mine).


Time to sell. :(

Elan 02-28-2014 08:09 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Haboob (Post 2712724)
It is now, because I saw another Midnight Blue in Phoenix. That brings the total up to three (including mine).


Time to sell. :(
I have seen white, black, silver Nismos but I have yet to see a SR! :tup:

edub370 02-28-2014 08:10 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2712606)
Anyone find their Z a burden?

For example:
1) high monthly payments,
2) insurance
3) can't afford gas
4) two seaters
5) can't afford repairs
6) cabin space
7) excessive noise
8) unwanted attention
9) complaints from significant other

I don't have any problems with my car, but I can imagine the Z can be a burden for some. Especially if he/she uses it as a DD.
1) No because paid off
2) No because weekend car
3) No because weekend car
4) No because weekend car
5) No because (low mileage) weekend car
6) No because weekend car
7) No because weekend car
8) No because weekend car
9) No because i have a fiance that loooves cars! :happydance:

i would NEVER dd a Z. thats what cars like c63's and m5's are for

Haboob 02-28-2014 08:13 AM
I DD the **** out of my Z, because that's all I have. :tup:

edub370 02-28-2014 08:20 AM
not saying its terrible. nothing wrong with it at all.

but for me personally, if i want a good, comfy, dd that i could lay the hammer down on if i needed to, i'm looking to something from europe

Mrmaasta 02-28-2014 08:36 AM
Nope, love it!

b15 02-28-2014 08:36 AM
They only burden is always wanting to mod it and getting the stink eye from the wife.

6MT 02-28-2014 08:41 AM
The only "burden" my Z was for me, was that it took up valuable space in my garage in the winter. My wife's car was in there and my daily driver had to live outside.

Mt Tam I am 02-28-2014 10:04 AM
NO. In no way do I see my DD 370Z as a burden.

If anything the car is a deal, as most every other car I'd buy is more money.

NickTurnon 02-28-2014 10:16 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Haboob (Post 2712724)
It is now, because I saw another Midnight Blue in Phoenix. That brings the total up to three (including mine).


Time to sell. :(
Time to dip. ;)

IDZRVIT 02-28-2014 10:50 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by edub370 (Post 2712761)
1) No because paid off
2) No because weekend car
3) No because weekend car
4) No because weekend car
5) No because (low mileage) weekend car
6) No because weekend car
7) No because weekend car
8) No because weekend car
9) No because i have a fiance that loooves cars! :happydance:

i would NEVER dd a Z. thats what cars like c63's and m5's are for
Your definitly not a YES man!

nepali 02-28-2014 11:23 AM
The only problem I have with my Z is that I don't get to take it everywhere I want because there's more than two of us going there. :)

kenchan 02-28-2014 11:25 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2712606)
Anyone find their Z a burden?

For example: high monthly payments, insurance, can't afford gas, two seaters, can't afford repairs, cabin space, excessive noise, unwanted attention, complaints from significant other etc etc.

I don't have any problems with my car, but I can imagine the Z can be a burden for some. Especially if he/she uses it as a DD.
nope.

i mentioned this before somewhere, but just because the Z is an economical sports car does not mean it was intended for the poor. :ugh:

Zteve 02-28-2014 11:46 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by edub370 (Post 2712761)

i would NEVER dd a Z. thats what cars like c63's and m5's are for
why not, gets way better gas mileage that both of those cars you list as DD

C63= 13 city/19 highway 15 combined

M5= 14 city/20 highway 16 combined

Compare Side-by-Side

edub370 02-28-2014 11:51 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Zteve (Post 2713177)
why not, gets way better gas mileage that both of those cars you list as DD

C63= 13 city/19 highway 15 combined

M5= 14 city/20 highway 16 combined

Compare Side-by-Side
Because they will be a more civilized dd. IDC as much about mileage as i do ride quality, comfort, and features. also, to have a dd capable of roll racing gtr's would be fun :tup:

Tadpole 02-28-2014 11:57 AM
No burdens at all for me and its my DD too. Road noise irritated me some but a new Alpine deck, amp, and speakers ended that.
My kids are grown and gone and my wife and I take a trip now and then which is great.
I love my Z with the good and not so good that comes with it. It's a sports car, an inexpensive sport car at that, and a drop dead head turning machine.
Burden????? Hell no.

madmike23 02-28-2014 12:00 PM
I do wish I had bigger windows. Break my neck just using a drive up ATM or going through a drive-thru.
Also, tend to bang my head every once in a while getting in and sometimes hard to get out when you're on an incline. But still an excellent daily driver and comfortable.

mrthomr 02-28-2014 12:02 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by 6MT (Post 2712819)
The only "burden" my Z was for me, was that it took up valuable space in my garage in the winter. My wife's car was in there and my daily driver had to live outside.
My Z took up garage space last year but this year I decided to cover it outside with an $80 Walmart cover. It worked just fine and will last a couple years prob. 3 months outside was long enough so I moved it back into the garage 2 weeks ago during a short warm spell. She smiles at me for it everyday now.

genesis2012 02-28-2014 12:02 PM
Not gonna lie. I was hesitant to buy the Z because of the trunk space since I golf a lot.

Surprisingly, I could fit at least 3 golf bags into the trunk space without an issue :happydance:

My car is paid off, so the cost of owning the car isn't an issue. Sometimes I wish it could be eco-friendly as my previous car (Prius), but I already expected the major difference in MPG aha :rofl2:

b15 02-28-2014 12:09 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2713200)
Sometimes I wish it could be eco-friendly as my previous car (Prius), but I already expected the major difference in MPG aha :rofl2:
:shakes head::roflpuke2::D

gbrettin 02-28-2014 12:20 PM
My only burden is that I get overly protective of my Z.

genesis2012 02-28-2014 12:25 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by gbrettin (Post 2713227)
My only burden is that I get overly protective of my Z.
Same. Cats have been sleeping on my car. They made a few scratch mark on the hood already so I'm trying to find methods to scare them away lol.

And I always parky my car at an empty parking lot by myself so I wouldn't get door dings. Even it means that I have to walk an extra block to where I'm going. Door dings are ugly

Justice97 02-28-2014 01:06 PM
The answer you wanted to hear.

Yes it is a burden.
I cant afford my car payment.
My insurance company won't insure me.
I have to put in premium gas.
I have to park in Budapest to prevent door dings.
I have to wash it.
It is black and the Texas heat is horrible.
I had to spend a small fortune on tires.
I have to get out to open the back hatch....what's up with that.
Driving a standard in traffic for my 4 mile trek to work is absolutely grueling.
I feel as though I am being watched.
And to top it all off I found raccoon prints on my hood.

Just trying to fill the void of JungleZ. This would be the perfect thread for him.

XiP 02-28-2014 01:07 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Justice97 (Post 2713288)
The answer you wanted to hear.

Yes it is a burden.
I cant afford my car payment.
My insurance company won't insure me.
I have to put in premium gas.
I have to park in Budapest to prevent door dings.
I have to wash it.
It is black and the Texas heat is horrible.
I had to spend a small fortune on tires.
I have to get out to open the back hatch....what's up with that.
Driving a standard in traffic for my 4 mile trek to work is absolutely grueling.
I feel as though I am being watched.
And to top it all off I found raccoon prints on my hood.

Just trying to fill the void of JungleZ. This would be the perfect thread for him.
:rofl2:

JARblue 02-28-2014 01:10 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Justice97 (Post 2713288)
The answer you wanted to hear.

( Click to show/hide )
Yes it is a burden.
I cant afford my car payment.
My insurance company won't insure me.
I have to put in premium gas.
I have to park in Budapest to prevent door dings.
I have to wash it.
It is black and the Texas heat is horrible.
I had to spend a small fortune on tires.
I have to get out to open the back hatch....what's up with that.
Driving a standard in traffic for my 4 mile trek to work is absolutely grueling.
I feel as though I am being watched.
And to top it all off I found raccoon prints on my hood.


Just trying to fill the void of JungleZ. This would be the perfect thread for him.
:icon18: :icon18: :icon18:

Nicely done :tiphat: :icon17:

kenchan 02-28-2014 01:11 PM
i got a headache... :ugh:

cooltoy 02-28-2014 01:15 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by genesis2012 (Post 2713235)
Same. Cats have been sleeping on my car. They made a few scratch mark on the hood already so I'm trying to find methods to scare them away lol.

And I always parky my car at an empty parking lot by myself so I wouldn't get door dings. Even it means that I have to walk an extra block to where I'm going. Door dings are ugly
Scatter fresh orange and lemon peels or spray with citrus-scented fragrances. Coffee grounds, vinegar, pipe tobacco, or oil of lavender, lemongrass, citronella, or eucalyptus also deter cats.

Or get a dog.

genesis2012 02-28-2014 01:47 PM
^^
Thanks.

The storm scared the cats away since yesterday. I'm safe for another day or two

kenchan 02-28-2014 01:56 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 2713297)
i got a headache... :ugh:
tylenol fixed it. :tup:

kenchan 02-28-2014 01:57 PM
hummmm... wat are you guys having for supper tonight? :yum:


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