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#320 of 344 Re: hey guys [scrugh_77] by dat2 Jul 30, 2007 (3:28 pm)
Replying to: scrugh_77 (Jul 16, 2007 8:23 pm) If you buy a base model, the biggest problem is the lack of a limited slip differential which is essential for this car. Also you don't get cruise control which is a big problem for most people. If you don't need cruise, and plan to upgrade to an aftermarket limited slip diff (like the NISMO unit), then go for the base model since it is a couple grand cheaper than the next step up model. There is about 2 grand in markup on the base model, so you probably can't get more than that off the MSRP, while models like the touring or higher up have 3 grand or more markup, so there is a little more haggling involved. Anyway, for non-daily use, a base model with upgraded limited slip would be a great toy. Just be very careful on the street without stability control. If you punch the gas mid corner the rear will step out and you need to know how to control that.   Most of the aftermarket wheels are crap for this car. You don't want to get wheels that are even heavier than stock because it will affect the balance and performance of this sports car. If you want to upgrade the wheels you should go with a forged wheel like NISMO or others. These are very expensive. The stock wheels are really pretty nice, but they weigh about 26 lbs, if you can upgrade to some lighter forged rims you will improve accel and overall performance. Also don't go with an extremely wide rear tire or you will increase understeer, unless you correct with a thicker rear sway bar.   There is just a little bit of understeer built in from the factory, it's just right for most people, but you definitely don't want to increase this especially for track use!   Good luck with your purchase. The 07 model has a significantly upgraded engine, so try to swing for the 07 models. To get a good baseline when shopping for a new model, go to carmax.com and check out the price of their new 350Zs at the Nissan store in Baltimore. You will be hard pressed to beat these prices for new models. However for a used 350, you want to try to get a better price than the used carmax prices. That would be a goal for used 350 shopping.
#321 of 344 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP by johnl617 Aug 18, 2007 (11:19 am)
So im looking for a Black, Carbon Silver, or San Marino Blue Automatic Touring 350Z.   Options: Convenience, Carpets, Kick Plate, XM radio   Total came out to a MSRP of 34690. I really want the side airbags... but I cant seem to find one with that package.   The invoice on this is 32057 on edmunds.   You guys think I can get a better price on that car or i should be happy with the invoice price....   Any help is appreciated guys.   Also whats the going APR on these cars? 6%? Replies to this message: qbrozen (Aug 20, 2007 9:44 am) johnl617 (Aug 21, 2007 1:12 pm) biancar (Aug 21, 2007 3:20 pm) qbrozen (Aug 21, 2007 5:50 pm) and 1 more...
#322 of 344 Re: 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP [johnl617] by qbrozen Aug 20, 2007 (9:44 am)
Replying to: johnl617 (Aug 18, 2007 11:19 am) well, carsdirect is showing $50 under invoice in my area. So, yeah, it seems invoice should be OK.   As far as interest rate, there are just way too many variables. Your credit score, if you belong to a CU, etc. Check out bankrate.com. Replies to this message: johnl617 (Aug 21, 2007 1:12 pm) biancar (Aug 21, 2007 3:20 pm) qbrozen (Aug 21, 2007 5:50 pm) johnl617 (Aug 28, 2007 7:12 am)
#323 of 344 Re: 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP [qbrozen] by johnl617 Aug 21, 2007 (1:12 pm)
Replying to: qbrozen (Aug 20, 2007 9:44 am) thanks man. appreciate it.   now final question before i pull the trigger on the car. auto or manual. i know this topic has been bashed till death....   ive driven auto my whole life and I want to go manual just because everyone tells me this car needs to be driven as a manual. I was also told this is probably a bad car for a beginner at manual since its too powerful for me. lol i know....   i just dont want to risk it because ill be driving this throughout the year even in the winter. i got snow tires and wheels already   the question is: im always travelling (auditor) and ill be driving it all the time year round. AUTO or MANUAL?   THanks! Replies to this message: biancar (Aug 21, 2007 3:20 pm) qbrozen (Aug 21, 2007 5:50 pm) johnl617 (Aug 28, 2007 7:12 am)
#324 of 344 Re: 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP [johnl617] by biancar Aug 21, 2007 (3:20 pm)
Replying to: johnl617 (Aug 21, 2007 1:12 pm) What's traffic like? Are you buying this to drive or to race? If you're buying to drive and have a fair amount of traffic, you'll be happier with auto. Remember there's a manu-matic sort of thing so you can shift the gears for yourself if you want, even with an auto.   Honestly shifting with a manual is a lot of fun on twisty country roads where there's little or no traffic. It gets old fast if you're in a major urban area with a lot of stop and go driving. With the automatic, you get basically the best of both worlds - or at least 90% of the best, since it's not quite like a true manual.
#325 of 344 Re: 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP [johnl617] by qbrozen Aug 21, 2007 (5:50 pm)
Replying to: johnl617 (Aug 21, 2007 1:12 pm) well, I can tell you this much, as far as manuals go, this car is a piece of cake. Yeah, it can be a bit grabby and all, but what I mean is because their is so much torque all over the powerband, its very easy to hang out in 3rd in traffic, as long as you don't come to a complete stop, and have power to accelerate from 10 mph up to 60+. Its not like a little wheezy 4 cylinder where you need to keep shifting to get out of your own way. Know what I mean? Replies to this message: johnl617 (Aug 28, 2007 7:12 am)
#326 of 344 Re: 350Z Touring Edition 5A $34,690 MSRP [qbrozen] by johnl617 Aug 28, 2007 (7:12 am)
Replying to: qbrozen (Aug 21, 2007 5:50 pm) Oh I see...   Well im from boston, and i live near the BIG DIG..... nuff said. I hit traffic almost everyday lol. I would love to get a manual but im most likely going for an Auto.   Im not racing with this car at all. Maybe on a nice day on a nice whiney road I might do something stupid, but Im getting this car for the fact that ive been in love with Zs since the 300Z came out.... you can say its my dream car.
#327 of 344 Re: Nissan 350Z: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [KarenS] by angelfish303 Aug 30, 2007 (12:59 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Oct 30, 2003 8:41 am) I was wondering what the difference is between the 350Z and the Nismo, other than $10,000?
#328 of 344 2005 350Z Roadster Touring Automatic by ed101 Oct 18, 2007 (9:04 pm)
Is this a good deal or would you expect the price to be lower?   2005 350Z Roadster Touring Automatic 6000 miles One owner $25,500   Anyone bought a similar car recently for a lot less? Replies to this message: qbrozen (Oct 19, 2007 6:36 am)
#329 of 344 Re: 2005 350Z Roadster Touring Automatic [ed101] by qbrozen Oct 19, 2007 (6:36 am)
Replying to: ed101 (Oct 18, 2007 9:04 pm) hmmm... tough one. It is a roadster and it has ultra-low miles. Seems like alot of car for the money.

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