What other cars are you considering besides the 370Z?

cstr_Cali · 11-07-2008, 09:54 PM

I'm not sure how many of you are considering much else beyond the 370Z, but I am curious to know your thoughts?

As for me, well it's quite simple:
-MINI Clubman S
-Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 V6

I'm pretty sure this is the only time in my life I'll be able to enjoy a sporty coupe. If I get the Z or the MINI I'll probably keep it even after I get married and have kids (23 now, so this is definitely a LONG way off). I believe in holding onto a car for a little while and just appreciating what you have. I have quite a few friends and acquaintances that go through cars like most folks change clothes, and we're not talking cheap-o automobiles. I'm talking BMW, Infiniti, Audi, Lexus, and other high-end models and makes. I guess its part of the SoCal culture.

motaboata · 11-07-2008, 09:59 PM

Honestly I am sticking with my Taurus, I would rather have a house than a nice car... I had a BMW miss the car but not the payment... So I am saving that extra cash for a house!

cstr_Cali · 11-07-2008, 11:01 PM

So you're an enthusiast not looking to purchase? I think you're wise in your idea to pursue the purchase of a home instead of a car for very obvious facts and reasons.

Me on the other hand, though I foresee the pitfalls of not saving up and buying a home I'm a little more philosophical in my reasoning to pursue a purchase of a sports/sporty car; simply, I love cars. I have ever since I was a child, "car" was my first word (ask my Mom if you don't believe me). For me cars are so much more than a means of A to B, they're life, life on the open road. A place where I feel most at home, and a car that makes the most of that experience is the right car for me. Sorry for a the philosophical rant, but I'm sure you catch my drift by now.

motaboata · 11-07-2008, 11:05 PM

I agree I love cars, I love to mod them but right now have kid on way house is number one. I figure if I get a house cheap now in bad economy when market rises in 5-10 years, I can sell it have money for a real nice car no payment and buy a 3 family home to support my modding habit!

tifosiotaku · 11-07-2008, 11:31 PM

Chevrolet Camaro (provided that GM survives 2009)
Ford Mustang (the spy shots of the 2010 model looks nice, but why Ford is holding off a year until they put the 5.0-liter V8 in the car, I'll never know)
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Mini Cooper JCW
BMW 135i

cstr_Cali · 11-07-2008, 11:47 PM

I drove the 135i and left less excited than I was going into the drive. Maybe I should set my expectations lower in the future?

tifosiotaku · 11-07-2008, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cstr_Cali

I drove the 135i and left less excited than I was going into the drive. Maybe I should set my expectations lower in the future?

Okay, scratch that one...

cstr_Cali · 11-08-2008, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tifosiotaku

Okay, scratch that one...

LoL. Drive it for yourself first before you buy my personal opinion instead.

alefcole · 11-10-2008, 02:18 PM

I am waiting for BMW to put the twin turbo 3lt DIESEL engine in their coupe version and hope that they will allow to order it with a manual transmission.................then I will wait for a big block V8 engine to challenge it in a red light.

PS: As an added bonus i will love to get 36 mpg

tifosiotaku · 11-10-2008, 03:42 PM

If Ford survives to 2010, I may consider a Mustang...

Lock & Load · 11-10-2008, 04:06 PM

The new upcoming BMW Z4 Looks cool ,good possibly alternative to 370 Z .

Cheers
Michael

AK370Z · 11-10-2008, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lock & Load

The new upcoming BMW Z4 Looks cool ,good possibly alternative to 370 Z .

Cheers
Michael

I just got a cool magazine/info book from BMW about the Z4

. The car looks amazing. With 330 HP, I am very curious to see how this car racks up to the New 370Z. I think it'll be a VERY close match.

g35lamd · 11-10-2008, 09:10 PM

I'm either going to keep my G35 or get a new 370z.

cow · 11-10-2008, 09:33 PM

I really really like the new Subaru STI. Everything I hated about the old cars has been changed for the better.

I really want a 370Z, but I'm considering saying "F it" & getting the Subaru as it's SO much more practical.

AK370Z · 11-10-2008, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alefcole

I am waiting for BMW to put the twin turbo 3lt DIESEL engine in their coupe version and hope that they will allow to order it with a manual transmission.................then I will wait for a big block V8 engine to challenge it in a red light.

PS: As an added bonus i will love to get 36 mpg

and I'll race you with my 370Z

11-07-2008, 09:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
cstr_Cali Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 347 Drives: smoke grey Rep Power: 573	What other cars are you considering besides the 370Z? I'm not sure how many of you are considering much else beyond the 370Z, but I am curious to know your thoughts? As for me, well it's quite simple: -MINI Clubman S -Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 V6 I'm pretty sure this is the only time in my life I'll be able to enjoy a sporty coupe. If I get the Z or the MINI I'll probably keep it even after I get married and have kids (23 now, so this is definitely a LONG way off). I believe in holding onto a car for a little while and just appreciating what you have. I have quite a few friends and acquaintances that go through cars like most folks change clothes, and we're not talking cheap-o automobiles. I'm talking BMW, Infiniti, Audi, Lexus, and other high-end models and makes. I guess its part of the SoCal culture. Last edited by cstr_Cali; 11-07-2008 at 11:04 PM.

11-07-2008, 11:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
cstr_Cali Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 347 Drives: smoke grey Rep Power: 573	So you're an enthusiast not looking to purchase? I think you're wise in your idea to pursue the purchase of a home instead of a car for very obvious facts and reasons. Me on the other hand, though I foresee the pitfalls of not saving up and buying a home I'm a little more philosophical in my reasoning to pursue a purchase of a sports/sporty car; simply, I love cars. I have ever since I was a child, "car" was my first word (ask my Mom if you don't believe me). For me cars are so much more than a means of A to B, they're life, life on the open road. A place where I feel most at home, and a car that makes the most of that experience is the right car for me. Sorry for a the philosophical rant, but I'm sure you catch my drift by now. Last edited by cstr_Cali; 11-07-2008 at 11:04 PM.

11-07-2008, 11:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
tifosiotaku Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Jupiter, FL Age: 39 Posts: 43 Drives: 2001 Civic Rep Power: 17	Chevrolet Camaro (provided that GM survives 2009) Ford Mustang (the spy shots of the 2010 model looks nice, but why Ford is holding off a year until they put the 5.0-liter V8 in the car, I'll never know) Hyundai Genesis Coupe Mini Cooper JCW BMW 135i __________________ My blog Got video games? My Xbox Live gamertag and PSN ID are the same as my username. See you online! ^_^

11-10-2008, 03:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
tifosiotaku Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Jupiter, FL Age: 39 Posts: 43 Drives: 2001 Civic Rep Power: 17	If Ford survives to 2010, I may consider a Mustang... __________________ My blog Got video games? My Xbox Live gamertag and PSN ID are the same as my username. See you online! ^_^

11-07-2008, 09:59 PM	#2 (permalink)
motaboata The370Z.com Vendor Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Rhody Posts: 74 Drives: Tarus and an R6 Rep Power: 254	Honestly I am sticking with my Taurus, I would rather have a house than a nice car... I had a BMW miss the car but not the payment... So I am saving that extra cash for a house!

11-07-2008, 11:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
motaboata The370Z.com Vendor Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Rhody Posts: 74 Drives: Tarus and an R6 Rep Power: 254	I agree I love cars, I love to mod them but right now have kid on way house is number one. I figure if I get a house cheap now in bad economy when market rises in 5-10 years, I can sell it have money for a real nice car no payment and buy a 3 family home to support my modding habit!

11-07-2008, 11:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
cstr_Cali Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 347 Drives: smoke grey Rep Power: 573	I drove the 135i and left less excited than I was going into the drive. Maybe I should set my expectations lower in the future?

11-10-2008, 02:18 PM	#9 (permalink)
alefcole Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SJ Posts: 709 Drives: 2011 Black ZCP E92M3 Rep Power: 18	I am waiting for BMW to put the twin turbo 3lt DIESEL engine in their coupe version and hope that they will allow to order it with a manual transmission.................then I will wait for a big block V8 engine to challenge it in a red light. PS: As an added bonus i will love to get 36 mpg

11-10-2008, 04:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
Lock & Load Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 58 Drives: Mazda RX8 Rep Power: 254	The new upcoming BMW Z4 Looks cool ,good possibly alternative to 370 Z . Cheers Michael

11-10-2008, 09:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
g35lamd Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Socal Posts: 34 Drives: 04 G35 coupe DG MT Rep Power: 187	I'm either going to keep my G35 or get a new 370z.

11-10-2008, 09:33 PM	#14 (permalink)
cow Lounge Moderator Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 3,441 Drives: Toyota Avalon Rep Power: 268	I really really like the new Subaru STI. Everything I hated about the old cars has been changed for the better. I really want a 370Z, but I'm considering saying "F it" & getting the Subaru as it's SO much more practical.