Thinking of getting a 350Z
Discussion
Hello,
I am seriously considering purchasing a 350z cabrio, has anyone/does anyone own one that would like to give me a review of their experience? Running costs would be good, although I am fairly used to high running costs after owning impreza's for 7'ish years, it would still be useful to know, plus things to look out for. I am looking at getting a second hand UK model, 1 owner, low mileage example, maybe 1-2 years old max.
Any info would be very much appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Neil.
I am seriously considering purchasing a 350z cabrio, has anyone/does anyone own one that would like to give me a review of their experience? Running costs would be good, although I am fairly used to high running costs after owning impreza's for 7'ish years, it would still be useful to know, plus things to look out for. I am looking at getting a second hand UK model, 1 owner, low mileage example, maybe 1-2 years old max.
Any info would be very much appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Neil.
Edited by hawkaye on Monday 20th August 18:49
I have the Coupe.
Running costs are OK, costs me £70 for a full tank of V Power and I average around 20MPG.
The only issues I have had with the car in 9 months is a faulty window motor which would have cost £500 to repair.
There are a lot of roadster owners at www.350z-uk.com
Running costs are OK, costs me £70 for a full tank of V Power and I average around 20MPG.
The only issues I have had with the car in 9 months is a faulty window motor which would have cost £500 to repair.
There are a lot of roadster owners at www.350z-uk.com
im with jon on this one, the mpg does vary quite a lot. mine reads just under 28 and thats with a mixed commute, and certainly a bit of spirited driving when the opportunity arises!
running costs, for the type of car, are very reasonable- a P3 service cost me under £170. Practicality for a 2 seater isnt bad either with a decent amound of boot space.
Handling and engine wise, simply amazing- you'll never tire of the sound and theres so much torque you can either cruise on that or open the taps and be amazed every time at just how fast the darn thing is when you really let loose!
oh and I rekon we have one of the best owners clubs on the net too!
get one- you wont regret it!
(id go for the coop too...bit of a big bum on the roadster!)
running costs, for the type of car, are very reasonable- a P3 service cost me under £170. Practicality for a 2 seater isnt bad either with a decent amound of boot space.
Handling and engine wise, simply amazing- you'll never tire of the sound and theres so much torque you can either cruise on that or open the taps and be amazed every time at just how fast the darn thing is when you really let loose!
oh and I rekon we have one of the best owners clubs on the net too!
get one- you wont regret it!
(id go for the coop too...bit of a big bum on the roadster!)
The Zed is in a different bracket to the Scooby in a lot of ways.
The power delivery was one of the biggest differences, the Zed is quick but in a refined way, there's turbo type kick at all... The power delivery is linear rather than loaded if you see what I mean.
Handling is very good, although it may a little time to get used to the RWD setup - no more idiot proof Scooby turn-in
Cost wise: Soooo much cheaper. Cheaper servicing (by miles) and better on fuel than my Scoob. I can easily cover 400+ miles on a tank of Super. Insurance was slightly cheaper for me too.
Sound wise: what can I say, I used to love the burble but the V6 bark is something else entirely...
Go for it, it really is worth it
The power delivery was one of the biggest differences, the Zed is quick but in a refined way, there's turbo type kick at all... The power delivery is linear rather than loaded if you see what I mean.
Handling is very good, although it may a little time to get used to the RWD setup - no more idiot proof Scooby turn-in
Cost wise: Soooo much cheaper. Cheaper servicing (by miles) and better on fuel than my Scoob. I can easily cover 400+ miles on a tank of Super. Insurance was slightly cheaper for me too.
Sound wise: what can I say, I used to love the burble but the V6 bark is something else entirely...
Go for it, it really is worth it
Kuroblack350 said:
Cost wise: Soooo much cheaper. Cheaper servicing (by miles) and better on fuel than my Scoob. I can easily cover 400+ miles on a tank of Super.
Damn, and I thought I had a light right foot. I've only managed over 400 twice and then got 70+ litres in (averaging about 28mpg).My Z is currently at Nissan having the rear drive shafts replaced (a major weak point on the car). I hope they don't abuse her.
jon- said:
Kuroblack350 said:
Cost wise: Soooo much cheaper. Cheaper servicing (by miles) and better on fuel than my Scoob. I can easily cover 400+ miles on a tank of Super.
Damn, and I thought I had a light right foot. I've only managed over 400 twice and then got 70+ litres in (averaging about 28mpg).My Z is currently at Nissan having the rear drive shafts replaced (a major weak point on the car). I hope they don't abuse her.
The clicking drive shafts IS a common fault that should only need remedying once...
Glen
GlenMH said:
jon- said:
Kuroblack350 said:
Cost wise: Soooo much cheaper. Cheaper servicing (by miles) and better on fuel than my Scoob. I can easily cover 400+ miles on a tank of Super.
Damn, and I thought I had a light right foot. I've only managed over 400 twice and then got 70+ litres in (averaging about 28mpg).My Z is currently at Nissan having the rear drive shafts replaced (a major weak point on the car). I hope they don't abuse her.
The clicking drive shafts IS a common fault that should only need remedying once...
Glen
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