Buy the 2011? Or Wait for the 2012?
 

I've been shopping around for a Z and while doing so, I came across a bunch of articles saying that the 2012 will be refreshed similar to what happened to the 350z. Maybe even an engine upgrade due to the release of Infiniti's IPL? Or maybe a new hood with a power dome! Anyway, post your speculations below and even advice on whether to wait or not :)

there was a thread on here somewhere that had the information on 2012 370z's from Nissan themselves. and there will be no refresh. seems like everything will pretty much stay the same. not sure where that thread went though...

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Found some info for ya :)

2012 Nissan 370Z Coupe/NISMO 370Z
For 2012, the Nissan 370Z Coupe remains one of the most vibrant and dynamic sports cars available in North America. The 370Z Coupe is again available in three models, 370Z Coupe and 370Z Coupe Touring and the NISMO 370Z, which features unique performance and design attributes. There are no major specification or equipment changes for the 2012 model year.

Key features of the 2012 Nissan 370Z Coupe and NISMO 370Z include:
• The 370Z and 370Z Touring are each available with a standard 332-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL) and choice of 6-speed manual transmission with an available SynchroRev Match® synchronized downshift rev matching system or a 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
• The limited production NISMO 370Z features 350 horsepower and 276 lb-ft of torque, exclusive H-configured exhaust system design, a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match®, and NISMO-tuned suspension
• The NISMO 370Z features unique 5-spoke 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with Yokohama ADVAN Sport Y-rated high-performance tires, Nissan Sport Brakes and a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
• The NISMO 370Z also includes functional and fully integrated aerodynamic body pieces, including an extended front nose, fully integrated chin spoiler, side sills, a unique rear and functional rear spoiler
• A dramatic interior utilizing an innovative driver-centric three-layer design which groups items by how a driver sees information, operates the controls and is held in place – so drivers feel completely connected and engaged whenever and wherever they drive
• Available technology features include a Nissan Hard Drive Navigation System with 7-inch VGA touch-sensitive display, USB connectivity and iPod? connection, XM NavTraffic® with Real-Time Traffic Information and XM NavWeather™ (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Streaming Audio, Nissan Intelligent Key® and a Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System

The 2012 370Z Coupe and NISMO 370Z go on sale in fall 2011.

The 2012 is not going to have any significant changes!

Not worth it!!

Still some 2010s left over that you can buy way under invoice. Same car.

yea, until you look at the odometer of your "NEW" car and it says 500 or 1000+...and u ask the guy, I thought this car was new?..yea it was never registered...

Thanks for the info guys looks like ill be purchasing a 2011 when the 2012s come out while hoping for some kind of price drop haha do you think there will even be a revision of the 370z? Or do we just have to wait until the next generation comes out? I'm kind of disappointed that there isn't any sort of change to the current Z but I guess there's no point in changing something that's already great!

The Z is a low-volume production car, likely with fairly thin margins for Nissan. That means not a lot of money to fund an extensive R&D for it. Throw in a damaged production schedule and parts/paint shortages across the Nissan lineup and the resultant need to focus on cars that have higher sales volume and more profit and you have a low refresh rate.

I'm sure Nissan, somewhere, has an upgrade schedule for the Z. No doubt the tsunami disrupted that. As it stands, sales of the 370 are so crappy that one has to wonder whether Nissan is just going to keep the car as-is until they cost-account the assembly line and molds, then flush it.

Is the synchro rev match only available with the Sports Package???

Got my '10 with only ~100 miles on it. Got lucky though it was not used as a test drive car but a show room car. The dealer told me there was a set mileage they were not allowed to sell a car as "new" after that. I think he said that was 500 miles or something but don't quote me on it and it was a "Dealer" so it might be BS.

Here is what I gleaned from my search for a "new 2011." As a result of the earth quake there is no production of 2011. In November the plant is scheduled to go back into production (per a sales guy at Nissan). You have a limited selection of 2011 models and can not order a 2011. If you like what is on the lot, then a 2011 may be for you. Most of the cars in inventory are dark and base models. If you are lookin for Sport Package and/or Nav you may want to wait until 2012. I found a pre-owed 2009 with everything I wanted (i.e., color, Nav, Sports package....) Good Luck!

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