remembering the time when i dreamed of owning a Z

street2soul · 10-21-2014, 10:48 PM

just wanted to say that 370Z was my dream car for a very long time before i became an actual owner.
It's now been more than a year owning a Z, and although that same strong desire and lust for this car is somewhat faded(tiny bit, i still love my car), i want to just remember the times when i wanted this car to death, and realize how much thankful I am to have achieved one of my most significant dream. That i should not take this car for granted whenever i see a 911 drive by.

also wanted to say thank you to all on this forum for helping me make a decision to own this car today.

mfeinst · 10-22-2014, 12:32 PM

Agreed completely. This car is a classic 1980s/1990s child dream. And yes, these forums are awesome.

Masterbeatty · 10-22-2014, 12:59 PM

Hell yha. I debated for 3 yrs getting my Z. from the day i laid eyes on it at the dealership. It wasnt for another 3 yrs till i finnally pulled the trigger when my wife called me at work telling me they had a Black Z for sale in a man tranny. So we traded my altima coupe in the next day.

daywalker · 10-22-2014, 01:00 PM

My dad had a bronze Datsun 280ZX. I have very fond memories of those times.

I think he was happier than I was when I called him up and told him I got my Z.

VCuomo · 10-22-2014, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by mfeinst

Agreed completely. This car is a classic 1980s/1990s child dream. And yes, these forums are awesome.

LOL, for me it was a 1970's teenager's dream!

A co-worker of mine in the early 1970's had a 1970 240Z that he bought new. I used to see it in the parking lot all the time and it was just so cool that I decided that one day I would own a Z.

Then when he graduated from college, a very good friend of mine bought a brand new 1978 280Z for himself as a graduation present. I loved that car, he and I had a lot of fun in it, and it just reinforced my desire to own a Z one day.

And finally, 5 1/2 years ago, the timing was right and I bought my 370Z. Even after over 5 and a half years of owning it, it still brings a smile to my face when I see it parked in my driveway or at work, and it especially makes me smile when I drive it. Couldn't be happier with it!

ZeeBabar · 10-22-2014, 04:02 PM

"And finally, 5 1/2 years ago, the timing was right and I bought my 370Z. Even after over 5 and a half years of owning it, it still brings a smile to my face when I see it parked in my driveway or at work, and it especially makes me smile when I drive it. Couldn't be happier with it! "

Many wish they could say the same thing about their spouse or GF!!!'m

Zerocool · 10-22-2014, 04:15 PM

Ever since I started getting into the car scene at a very young age, I always said that I will own a sports car. Now at 25, I finally have a sports car. This is much more than a sports car though, it's a piece of Nissan history.

it's a Z!

Skyscraper · 10-22-2014, 04:19 PM

Fun story:

I was with my girl in the Z (about a month or so after buying it) getting ready to pull out of a parking spot in Safeway when I noticed this guy noticing me. He sort of gawked at me for a bit and then came over and said "When I was probably about your age I had an old 70's 280Z and I just felt on top of the world! You're car looks great, have fun!"

kenchan · 10-22-2014, 04:45 PM

i like peeling off the car cover in the spring after hibernation. it's like i get a brand new car every year.

maybe dats why ive not gotten sick of my G either after owning her for 10yrs now...

DEpointfive0 · 10-22-2014, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Masterbeatty

Hell yha. I debated for 3 yrs getting my Z. from the day i laid eyes on it at the dealership. It wasnt for another 3 yrs till i finnally pulled the trigger when my wife called me at work telling me they had a Black Z for sale in a man tranny. So we traded my altima coupe in the next day.

This means your wife is a keeper

Don't know about the man tranny though...

Justice97 · 10-22-2014, 06:45 PM

To the OP

Don't know your age but assuming a lot younger than me.
If not I speak to the younger crowd.
In 10 years that deep lust you have will fade. Practicality will be a driving factor in the decisions you make in the future. Maybe marriage, or kids or who knows, but there will be a time when you will come to a crossroads with your baby. Your Z will be on the decision table. Should I keep her or sell her.

In 20 years, don't be the one that says, "I wish I would have kept that old car."
Or as Zerocool would probably say. "I wish I would have kept that Piece of Nissan History."

I really love it when my high school buddies that i haven't seen in a while come over and say, "holy sh#t i so remember that car. remember when...and the cops..."

If you are a car guy, they become a part of your history.
1983 280ZX owner since summer 1988.

street2soul · 10-22-2014, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Justice97

To the OP

Don't know your age but assuming a lot younger than me.
If not I speak to the younger crowd.
In 10 years that deep lust you have will fade. Practicality will be a driving factor in the decisions you make in the future. Maybe marriage, or kids or who knows, but there will be a time when you will come to a crossroads with your baby. Your Z will be on the decision table. Should I keep her or sell her.

In 20 years, don't be the one that says, "I wish I would have kept that old car."
Or as Zerocool would probably say. "I wish I would have kept that Piece of Nissan History."

I really love it when my high school buddies that i haven't seen in a while come over and say, "holy sh#t i so remember that car. remember when...and the cops..."

If you are a car guy, they become a part of your history.
1983 280ZX owner since summer 1988.

you just made the biggest smile on my face. what you've just told is something that should be in a nissan/datsun commericial. and YES! i plan to do exactly that! I'm 25 by the way

janglez · 10-22-2014, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i like peeling off the car cover in the spring after hibernation. it's like i get a brand new car every year.

same for me but man does winter seem to drag-on longer knowing that zeus is in the garage

kenchan · 10-22-2014, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by janglez

same for me but man does winter seem to drag-on longer knowing that zeus is in the garage

Yah, I have other hobbies..

VCuomo · 10-22-2014, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZeeBabar

"And finally, 5 1/2 years ago, the timing was right and I bought my 370Z. Even after over 5 and a half years of owning it, it still brings a smile to my face when I see it parked in my driveway or at work, and it especially makes me smile when I drive it. Couldn't be happier with it! "

Many wish they could say the same thing about their spouse or GF!!!'m

Well, if they would just stop parking their spouse/GF in the driveway or at work...

10-21-2014, 10:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
street2soul Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 284 Drives: 13 Nismo Rep Power: 3370	remembering the time when i dreamed of owning a Z just wanted to say that 370Z was my dream car for a very long time before i became an actual owner. It's now been more than a year owning a Z, and although that same strong desire and lust for this car is somewhat faded(tiny bit, i still love my car), i want to just remember the times when i wanted this car to death, and realize how much thankful I am to have achieved one of my most significant dream. That i should not take this car for granted whenever i see a 911 drive by. also wanted to say thank you to all on this forum for helping me make a decision to own this car today. UNKNOWN_370, Magic Bus, janglez and 2 others like this.

10-22-2014, 12:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
mfeinst Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Greater Philly Area Posts: 272 Drives: Mercedes C43 AMG Rep Power: 13	Agreed completely. This car is a classic 1980s/1990s child dream. And yes, these forums are awesome. street2soul likes this. __________________ F.I. TT Kit -- GT2860RS [500rwhp/449ft-lbs @ 9psi][/B][/I] CAR SOLD...

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Masterbeatty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Whales Vagina Posts: 4,586 Drives: the speed limit... Rep Power: 122867	Hell yha. I debated for 3 yrs getting my Z. from the day i laid eyes on it at the dealership. It wasnt for another 3 yrs till i finnally pulled the trigger when my wife called me at work telling me they had a Black Z for sale in a man tranny. So we traded my altima coupe in the next day. street2soul and gumbyy like this. __________________ 2011 MB 6MT Masterbeatty journal

10-22-2014, 01:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
daywalker Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: The Space Between Posts: 64 Drives: '14 370Z Sport 7AT Rep Power: 11	My dad had a bronze Datsun 280ZX. I have very fond memories of those times. I think he was happier than I was when I called him up and told him I got my Z. street2soul, janglez and mab864 like this. __________________ All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

10-22-2014, 04:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
ZeeBabar Banned Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 423 Drives: 2006 350z Rep Power: 0	"And finally, 5 1/2 years ago, the timing was right and I bought my 370Z. Even after over 5 and a half years of owning it, it still brings a smile to my face when I see it parked in my driveway or at work, and it especially makes me smile when I drive it. Couldn't be happier with it! " Many wish they could say the same thing about their spouse or GF!!!'m street2soul likes this.

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Zerocool Track Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: N.Y Posts: 548 Drives: '09 370z Rep Power: 15	Ever since I started getting into the car scene at a very young age, I always said that I will own a sports car. Now at 25, I finally have a sports car. This is much more than a sports car though, it's a piece of Nissan history. it's a Z! Streetlife, street2soul and janglez like this. __________________ I like pizza

10-22-2014, 04:19 PM	#8 (permalink)
Skyscraper Base Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: The skies above NorCal Posts: 72 Drives: 09 Touring Sport 6mt Rep Power: 11	Fun story: I was with my girl in the Z (about a month or so after buying it) getting ready to pull out of a parking spot in Safeway when I noticed this guy noticing me. He sort of gawked at me for a bit and then came over and said "When I was probably about your age I had an old 70's 280Z and I just felt on top of the world! You're car looks great, have fun!" Streetlife, street2soul, Magic Bus and 1 others like this.

10-22-2014, 04:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i like peeling off the car cover in the spring after hibernation. it's like i get a brand new car every year. maybe dats why ive not gotten sick of my G either after owning her for 10yrs now... street2soul, blackcherry20 and janglez like this.

10-22-2014, 06:45 PM	#11 (permalink)
Justice97 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: San Antonio Posts: 387 Drives: 11 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 16	To the OP Don't know your age but assuming a lot younger than me. If not I speak to the younger crowd. In 10 years that deep lust you have will fade. Practicality will be a driving factor in the decisions you make in the future. Maybe marriage, or kids or who knows, but there will be a time when you will come to a crossroads with your baby. Your Z will be on the decision table. Should I keep her or sell her. In 20 years, don't be the one that says, "I wish I would have kept that old car." Or as Zerocool would probably say. "I wish I would have kept that Piece of Nissan History." I really love it when my high school buddies that i haven't seen in a while come over and say, "holy sh#t i so remember that car. remember when...and the cops..." If you are a car guy, they become a part of your history. 1983 280ZX owner since summer 1988. street2soul, janglez, Zerocool and 1 others like this.

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