350z - will I be disappointed?
Discussion
I'm looking for my next car now and am now in a position where I don't do many miles, so I'm considering the 350z. It's a car I've always wanted but the fuel costs have put me off.
I've read in-depth reviews of them and can't help but think I'll be underwhelmed by the performance. The engine although torquey, seems a bit lazy, and most people I've spoken to say it's much quicker than it feels. My last car was a MK2 Leon Cupra stage 1, running 300bhp. It was savage on WOT, but that was the only time I enjoyed it. I think a 350z would have much more presence and would feel a lot more special. I wouldn't have to wring it's neck to enjoy it, but I love having accelaration-induced whiplash.
If I'm honest I would prefer a blob eye STi or Evo 7/8, but the age/highly strung engine/high insurance combo puts me off a lot. Am I going to be disappointed with the 350z, or do I not need another turbo car?
Also, is there a noticeable difference in performance between the DE and RevUp models? DEs with GT pack can be had for £4k, and RevUps start at £6k. Is the difference worth the extra cost?
Just getting a feel for what others think before I test drive some poor bugger's car with no intention of buying
I've read in-depth reviews of them and can't help but think I'll be underwhelmed by the performance. The engine although torquey, seems a bit lazy, and most people I've spoken to say it's much quicker than it feels. My last car was a MK2 Leon Cupra stage 1, running 300bhp. It was savage on WOT, but that was the only time I enjoyed it. I think a 350z would have much more presence and would feel a lot more special. I wouldn't have to wring it's neck to enjoy it, but I love having accelaration-induced whiplash.
If I'm honest I would prefer a blob eye STi or Evo 7/8, but the age/highly strung engine/high insurance combo puts me off a lot. Am I going to be disappointed with the 350z, or do I not need another turbo car?
Also, is there a noticeable difference in performance between the DE and RevUp models? DEs with GT pack can be had for £4k, and RevUps start at £6k. Is the difference worth the extra cost?
Just getting a feel for what others think before I test drive some poor bugger's car with no intention of buying
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