2010 Coupe Production?

vifferman · 07-20-2009, 06:09 PM

I'm considering the 370Z (still vaselating between the coupe and the upcoming roadster), but have a few questions for the forum: 1) When will the coupe production and/or orders shift to the 2010 model year (or has it already)? 2) Why did Nissan choose not to insulate the underside of the hood (as is the practice on most modern cars)? 3) What is the consensus of order time-to-delivery on this forum, and does it vary much by color/options, et al?

I'm somewhat enamored with the new Z, but haven't fully determined exactly what I want, or when to buy it. Visited a dealer yesterday, and all was good with 8 370s in stock, but none equipped to my preferred specs (Touring with auto, non-Nav and non-Sport).

Andrew Bertsch
'04 Acura TSX, '99 Honda VFR800, '07 Gary Fisher Nirvana
Sidney, Ohio

fuct · 07-20-2009, 06:14 PM

vaselating....

cave vulture · 07-20-2009, 06:17 PM

Since there is not much changing for 2010 the way you want it equipped, the only difference will be slightly different color selection, and a probable price increase.

TARDCORE · 07-20-2009, 06:21 PM

I have actually been trying a get a solid red touring w/ black int fully loaded sport pkg forever! the last dealership the saleperson tried selling me on a silver base model. I was so mad I have currently only been calling rather than taking the time to go look. But I was told that the 2009 models are done being manufactured and the 2010 should be here around october.

LUVZTTZ · 07-20-2009, 06:22 PM

What are the pros of getting a non-Sport Pkg Z? I can't think of any. For $2,602, you get every bit of your money's worth.

cave vulture · 07-20-2009, 06:27 PM

Everything with these cars is becoming a series of compromises. Finding an 09 with the exact color and equipment you want is challenging. It's wait and wait for the 2010 or perhaps bending a little on the 09 that is available.

Bdub · 07-20-2009, 07:14 PM

Do you think prices of the 2009 will start going down with 2010s just around the corner?

I have been looking for a Base + sports package + 6mt but if a touring + sports package is the right price (2009 leftover) I may jump on that

vifferman · 07-21-2009, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fuct

vaselating....

...that should have read "vacillating." And to think that I consider myself a bit of a wordsmith.

cave vulture · 07-21-2009, 06:14 PM

I doubt 09 prices will go down, because they will be less than the 2010 for essentially the same car. What is sure to go down is availibility of certain trim combinations.

Viera · 07-21-2009, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUVZTTZ

What are the pros of getting a non-Sport Pkg Z? I can't think of any. For $2,602, you get every bit of your money's worth.

I have the coupe w/out the sports and I absolutely love it. I've never tried the synchro-rev match before, but heard that it's pretty awesome. I say drive both of them and see if that extra 3 grand is worth it or not. Either way, it's still a Z34.

ConchZ2 · 07-21-2009, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vifferman

...that should have read "vacillating." And to think that I consider myself a bit of a wordsmith.

Results for: vaselating

vaselate. to go between needing vaseline and not needing vaseline. I have been vaselating a lot lately. Maybe I need to stay with juicier women

vifferman · 07-23-2009, 04:23 PM

For me, aside from the cost of the Sport Pkg., I actually like the base 18-inch wheels more than the 19-inch "Ray" wheels (most will no doubt disagree), and there's a ride-comfort/handling trade off to boot. That said, I've yet to test-drive, so I maintain an open mind.

Going back to my original post...no one answered my question #2 - "Why did Nissan choose not to insulate the underside of the hood (as is the practice on most modern cars)?" One of the few review criticisms I've read for the new Z is that the engine sound is a bit raucous. An industry-typical layer of under-hood, sound-deadening material would likely fix this at little cost and/or weight compromise. Anyone have an opinion as to why Nissan chose to ignore this?

fly yellow · 07-23-2009, 04:30 PM

I think the hood insulation was scrapped for weight savings. There is also no isulation in the wheel wells. This isn't a quiet ride, but it is a sports car.

havasuwiley · 08-03-2009, 11:40 PM

compromising is exactly what i did,tried to order a 09 3 weeks ago was told no orders being taken from nissan til sept,so dealer found one going to a dealer across the country"florida" i'm in az, had everything i wanted plus nav.i told dealer i didn't want/need nav,so to make a long story short i bought the car for $500 more than the one i was ordering,the dealer ate the price dif on the nav and shipping,btw the car arrived 2 weeks early,waiting for my oil cooler to be installed

msrp$ 41760 plus nismo or stillen oil cooler installed . my price $38221 includes oil cooler. plus tax/lic

silver/persimmon tour w/sport at, nav ,splash,mats , oil cooler

antennahead · 08-04-2009, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vifferman

For me, aside from the cost of the Sport Pkg., I actually like the base 18-inch wheels more than the 19-inch "Ray" wheels (most will no doubt disagree), and there's a ride-comfort/handling trade off to boot. That said, I've yet to test-drive, so I maintain an open mind.

Going back to my original post...no one answered my question #2 - "Why did Nissan choose not to insulate the underside of the hood (as is the practice on most modern cars)?" One of the few review criticisms I've read for the new Z is that the engine sound is a bit raucous. An industry-typical layer of under-hood, sound-deadening material would likely fix this at little cost and/or weight compromise. Anyone have an opinion as to why Nissan chose to ignore this?

Well, I imagine that would make the engine bay even hotter, and quite a few here don't like the oil temps when the car is pushed as is.

John

07-20-2009, 06:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
vifferman Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 62 Drives: '04 TSX, '10 370ZR Rep Power: 16	2010 Coupe Production? I'm considering the 370Z (still vaselating between the coupe and the upcoming roadster), but have a few questions for the forum: 1) When will the coupe production and/or orders shift to the 2010 model year (or has it already)? 2) Why did Nissan choose not to insulate the underside of the hood (as is the practice on most modern cars)? 3) What is the consensus of order time-to-delivery on this forum, and does it vary much by color/options, et al? I'm somewhat enamored with the new Z, but haven't fully determined exactly what I want, or when to buy it. Visited a dealer yesterday, and all was good with 8 370s in stock, but none equipped to my preferred specs (Touring with auto, non-Nav and non-Sport). Andrew Bertsch '04 Acura TSX, '99 Honda VFR800, '07 Gary Fisher Nirvana Sidney, Ohio

07-23-2009, 04:30 PM	#13 (permalink)
fly yellow Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 455 Drives: 09 yellow 370z Rep Power: 265	I think the hood insulation was scrapped for weight savings. There is also no isulation in the wheel wells. This isn't a quiet ride, but it is a sports car. __________________ A severed foot is the ultimate stocking stuffer. Mitch Hedberg

08-03-2009, 11:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
havasuwiley Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: lake havasu city az Posts: 131 Drives: 09 370z, 03 z06 etc Rep Power: 16	compromising is exactly what i did,tried to order a 09 3 weeks ago was told no orders being taken from nissan til sept,so dealer found one going to a dealer across the country"florida" i'm in az, had everything i wanted plus nav.i told dealer i didn't want/need nav,so to make a long story short i bought the car for $500 more than the one i was ordering,the dealer ate the price dif on the nav and shipping,btw the car arrived 2 weeks early,waiting for my oil cooler to be installedmsrp$ 41760 plus nismo or stillen oil cooler installed . my price $38221 includes oil cooler. plus tax/lic silver/persimmon tour w/sport at, nav ,splash,mats , oil cooler

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fuct A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sugar Land Posts: 3,692 Drives: 97' Ranger :) Rep Power: 24	vaselating....

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cave vulture Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: pennsylvania Posts: 427 Drives: 370z tour,sport,auto Rep Power: 16	Since there is not much changing for 2010 the way you want it equipped, the only difference will be slightly different color selection, and a probable price increase.

07-20-2009, 06:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
TARDCORE Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 410 Drives: 2010 Solid Red 370Z Rep Power: 16	I have actually been trying a get a solid red touring w/ black int fully loaded sport pkg forever! the last dealership the saleperson tried selling me on a silver base model. I was so mad I have currently only been calling rather than taking the time to go look. But I was told that the 2009 models are done being manufactured and the 2010 should be here around october.

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LUVZTTZ Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 57 Drives: Black 91 TT Rep Power: 16	What are the pros of getting a non-Sport Pkg Z? I can't think of any. For $2,602, you get every bit of your money's worth.

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cave vulture Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: pennsylvania Posts: 427 Drives: 370z tour,sport,auto Rep Power: 16	Everything with these cars is becoming a series of compromises. Finding an 09 with the exact color and equipment you want is challenging. It's wait and wait for the 2010 or perhaps bending a little on the 09 that is available.

07-20-2009, 07:14 PM	#7 (permalink)
Bdub Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 46 Drives: VW GTI 2007 Rep Power: 16	Do you think prices of the 2009 will start going down with 2010s just around the corner? I have been looking for a Base + sports package + 6mt but if a touring + sports package is the right price (2009 leftover) I may jump on that

07-21-2009, 06:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
cave vulture Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: pennsylvania Posts: 427 Drives: 370z tour,sport,auto Rep Power: 16	I doubt 09 prices will go down, because they will be less than the 2010 for essentially the same car. What is sure to go down is availibility of certain trim combinations.

07-23-2009, 04:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
vifferman Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 62 Drives: '04 TSX, '10 370ZR Rep Power: 16	For me, aside from the cost of the Sport Pkg., I actually like the base 18-inch wheels more than the 19-inch "Ray" wheels (most will no doubt disagree), and there's a ride-comfort/handling trade off to boot. That said, I've yet to test-drive, so I maintain an open mind. Going back to my original post...no one answered my question #2 - "Why did Nissan choose not to insulate the underside of the hood (as is the practice on most modern cars)?" One of the few review criticisms I've read for the new Z is that the engine sound is a bit raucous. An industry-typical layer of under-hood, sound-deadening material would likely fix this at little cost and/or weight compromise. Anyone have an opinion as to why Nissan chose to ignore this?