Is a 370z my best current choice for a $30k track day car?

RATEDM · 05-20-2009, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The HACK

...
You will NEVER get the same joy out of any of the cars you are looking at as a track car, outside of maybe the S2000, as you ever will with the MZ4 Coupe. ...

...The only car I've ever driven, out of the box, that was better to drive than the MZ4 Coupe was the Lotus Exige S. But with a car like that, I wouldn't even bother driving it on the street. The only place where it'll ever be happy is on the track."

Hey Hack - thanks for the input (I haven't been trolling the Z forums to see your postings for a while

)! Your statements above pretty much line up with my predispositions/thinking... I'm mentally down to one of the following used cars (not in any particular order - ok, maybe the Lotus is my first choice

):
1. Lotus (supercharged).
2. '07 or newer 'Vette
3. Another Z4MC (they sure are inexpensive these days!).
4. 350z

This wouldn't be a daily driver - just want something I don't have to trailer to track days and is (at least) as fun as my Z4M was.

Roland.

shabarivas · 05-20-2009, 01:48 PM

seriously... if you want a super cheap amazing handling track car... and you dont mind being made a little fun of... get a miata... otherwise get the 350... of course... if you could get your hands on a lotus that would be awesome.. just make sure you live near a dealer - those things are a pain to work on.. and need a lot of attention

ianthegreat · 05-20-2009, 03:47 PM

Nothing is going to compare to your Z4M. Those cars were born for the track.

The HACK · 05-20-2009, 06:59 PM

To toss more fuel to the fire, you may want to look at the Hyundai Genesis Coupe too. The lower trim turbo-charged inline 4 is going to be a gem of an engine that responds to minor tunes. I had one up on a rack a few months ago and the suspension design is all European, with a complex 4 link system in the back and a pretty beefy front MacStrut. The brakes are full-on, 4 pot Brembos up front with massive discs.

Man I can't believe you got rid of your MZ4C. Our cars are like brothers mang. We were only 4 vin numbers apart if I recall.

bboypuertoroc · 05-20-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Musashi

A Mustang as a track car you must be joking. If you're serious about the track and want something under 30k buy a used lotus. And before you asshats make all your lame comment know what the hell you're talking about.

Talking about asshats...

Even though I know you're not looking for an AWD car, I would still suggest a used Evo IX RS. For hardly any money the thing would be a KILLER at the track. There's also now reflashes for the ACD ECU that make the car behave VERY RWD.

Musashi · 05-20-2009, 08:47 PM

Wait isn't this the 370Z forum?

The HACK · 05-21-2009, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Musashi

Wait isn't this the 370Z forum?

Sorry mang, I'll keep my posts 370Z related only from now. Just figured that most Z owners would be enthusiasts who can appreciate ALL things cars related.

Roland, get the 370Z. There, is that better?

bboypuertoroc · 05-21-2009, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The HACK

Sorry mang, I'll keep my posts 370Z related only from now. Just figured that most Z owners would be enthusiasts who can appreciate ALL things cars related.

Roland, get the 370Z. There, is that better?

Don't worry about that waste of bandwidth. OP was simply asking a question.

shabarivas · 05-21-2009, 06:47 PM

Woah ... no reason to get angry... lol but Musashi - this is just a discussion about competitive cars in the 370s level... do you really expect ppl to not talk about any other cars here? An enthusiast is a person who appreciates the machine no matter what veil it hides under as long as its fun and enthralling which I hope we all are

Brazilbro · 05-21-2009, 10:18 PM

id get a Evo RS for the track.. Im currently looking for one now.. but their still a lil pricey you can get a good one for 18-22k

Bibimbap · 05-21-2009, 11:46 PM

Be nice boys...

Nate · 05-22-2009, 11:11 AM

Everyone needs to relax and stop taking things so personally. Suggesting another car is not a reflection of you or your car choice. He asked if the 370Z was the best track duty car for $30k and the short answer is no. Now if he were looking for a brand new daily driver that would be fun at the occasional track day, then it would probably be at the top of my list.

AK370Z · 05-22-2009, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Musashi

Wait isn't this the 370Z forum?

Yes, it is but as an auto enthusiast, we welcome post(s) about other cars as well. We also welcome members with all different kind of automobiles NOT just 370Z owners.

edeeZee · 05-23-2009, 01:14 AM

All I gotta say is: SHIFTER KART! Forget track car, i.e. a full size street car modded to be a race car.

250cc Suzuki motor on a good chasis (Italian, American or Japanese made) will accelerate like a street-bike. It'll make a $300K Ferrari look like it's standing still.

Try it, actually, you gotta be an experienced driver to mess with these. I rode my friend's with a Honda CR80 motor, and the thing flies. It's very scary.

travisjb · 05-23-2009, 02:25 AM

ok if we're downsizing, how about NOX rc !

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05-20-2009, 01:48 PM	#32 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	seriously... if you want a super cheap amazing handling track car... and you dont mind being made a little fun of... get a miata... otherwise get the 350... of course... if you could get your hands on a lotus that would be awesome.. just make sure you live near a dealer - those things are a pain to work on.. and need a lot of attention

05-20-2009, 03:47 PM	#33 (permalink)
ianthegreat Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: TEXAS Posts: 171 Drives: 08 335i, 86 Ranger Rep Power: 16	Nothing is going to compare to your Z4M. Those cars were born for the track.

05-20-2009, 06:59 PM	#34 (permalink)
The HACK Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: California Posts: 40 Drives: '06 BMW MZ4 Coupe Rep Power: 16	To toss more fuel to the fire, you may want to look at the Hyundai Genesis Coupe too. The lower trim turbo-charged inline 4 is going to be a gem of an engine that responds to minor tunes. I had one up on a rack a few months ago and the suspension design is all European, with a complex 4 link system in the back and a pretty beefy front MacStrut. The brakes are full-on, 4 pot Brembos up front with massive discs. Man I can't believe you got rid of your MZ4C. Our cars are like brothers mang. We were only 4 vin numbers apart if I recall.

05-20-2009, 08:47 PM	#36 (permalink)
Musashi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 357 Drives: 09 370Z 6speed Rep Power: 606	Wait isn't this the 370Z forum?

05-21-2009, 06:47 PM	#39 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	Woah ... no reason to get angry... lol but Musashi - this is just a discussion about competitive cars in the 370s level... do you really expect ppl to not talk about any other cars here? An enthusiast is a person who appreciates the machine no matter what veil it hides under as long as its fun and enthralling which I hope we all are

05-21-2009, 10:18 PM	#40 (permalink)
Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 848	id get a Evo RS for the track.. Im currently looking for one now.. but their still a lil pricey you can get a good one for 18-22k

05-21-2009, 11:46 PM	#41 (permalink)
Bibimbap Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Dania, FL Posts: 148 Drives: 04 S2000 Rep Power: 16	Be nice boys...

05-22-2009, 11:11 AM	#42 (permalink)
Nate Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Tucson Posts: 4 Drives: 2001 Honda S2000 Rep Power: 16	Everyone needs to relax and stop taking things so personally. Suggesting another car is not a reflection of you or your car choice. He asked if the 370Z was the best track duty car for $30k and the short answer is no. Now if he were looking for a brand new daily driver that would be fun at the occasional track day, then it would probably be at the top of my list.

05-23-2009, 01:14 AM	#44 (permalink)
edeeZee Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: s. cali, los angeles Posts: 627 Drives: 09 370z plat 6 speed Rep Power: 266	All I gotta say is: SHIFTER KART! Forget track car, i.e. a full size street car modded to be a race car. 250cc Suzuki motor on a good chasis (Italian, American or Japanese made) will accelerate like a street-bike. It'll make a $300K Ferrari look like it's standing still. Try it, actually, you gotta be an experienced driver to mess with these. I rode my friend's with a Honda CR80 motor, and the thing flies. It's very scary.