My turn off was issues with the transmission. I did not pick it because the interior lol I think Bryan was just saying that. I was going to pick up a 2007 but couldn't get past the months reading at the 350 site how many things that were going wrong. Go read on them since it will be your DD. The other issue I had was with the dealrship I tried to pay cash and no one wanted to help me so I sat on the cash for a bit then went out and bought a 2007 Honda civic and a 2007 sti. In the end was happy with my choices and in all honesty do what you want and what makes you happy.

 

Thanks Gibz, that is helpful. I did hear about the transmission problem and the oil consumption problem, they aren't as common in the 07-08 model, but it still is a problem. I think if it isn't really driven hard, launched, etc. for thousands and thousands of miles, it might be a problem. But do you think I would run into a transmission problem with 20 or 30k miles driving 5-6k miles a year?

The oil problem isn't as common in the HR motor either, most common was 05-06 motors, so I stayed away from those. I test drove the automatic (ghey) and still enjoyed it, so I'm guessing I'd like the stick, but so many people are hating on it and saying it has problems making me think this isn't the best idea. But I really have no idea what else to get....I wish I had low 20's I'd look for a nice 330ci or even a used e9x beamer, but can't afford any nice low miled ones.

I might do the Z and keep it for 2-2.5 years and then get the E92 328i/335i. I'll check out the Z tonight and test drive it and really see if I think it is worth it or not.

Interior isn't bad, it's not luxurious as a benz/beamer, but it's not a civic. Lol

 

Looked at an 05/06 GTO? Insurance runs half what the typical "tuner" (sti, 350z, g35, mustang, etc) car runs. This is because its classified as a "premium coupe" by the insurance co.s. Still gets 18 city and 22-24 highway if you drive reasonably. Most common problems are strut rub on the model equipped with 17" wheels, and seam split on the rear seat in untinted cars. Other than that only options are 6speed manual or 4 speed auto. Oh and maintenance is dirt simple, no timing belts.

 

I would also add seeing as you are looking at a used one get it pre inspected by a shop before buying. You can save many headaches and money if it turns out bad. And if they won't let you get it inspected that should answer it for you right there.

As for interior and comfort I can't complain I ditched all my cars for my Tribeca lol so comfortable even my spine condition long drives are so easy now.

 

Unless the "flammers" are paying for it, who cares? Just buy what you like, since you will be the one driving it.

 

As others have mentioned, it sounds like you have picked the 350Z and should probably just go with it. If you are so concerned that other people will not like your car that you are now second guessing your decision, it sounds like you are not ready to buy.

A good friend of mine has an '04 G35 and he is 6'5" and says he has no complaints. He went to that car from an '00 Civic. Another friend who is around 5'9" complains about the lack of space in his '04 350Z Track. These two examples should clearly demonstrate that you need to go look at a car, by yourself, and decide what you want.

Myself, I was set pretty much 100% on a new '10 GTI. On the way to test drive one, I bought a 2010 Camaro SS (which, by the way, is cheaper to insure for me than my '02 MR2 Spyder was). I have already been told many of the obvious things about my new car (it's GM, it's large, it's heavy, yes it's hard to see out the back and it's a pain to park and yeah if you bang on the dash for whatever reason there's a hollow noise). Thing is, it does not even come close to affecting me. I just say "yep, that's probably true" and keep smiling. Why? Because for one, I am making the payments so really it's up to me. Other than that, this car really nails it for me - specifically - I do not want to have another car. I know there are "better" cars out there, however I do not think there is a better one for me.

When I had my '04 R32, a friend of mine who has a LGT would constantly feel the need to remind me that he felt my Haldex AWD system was inferior to his Subaru AWD system, even at the most un-related times ("Oh man, check her out..." "Psssssshhhhh Haldex sucks"). Basically, all this did was make me think less of him - not my car. I dunno. Hope this helps somehow. Ha!

 

Yeah, I wasn't really a fan of the exterior/interior and the fact it's a V8. My brother got a Camaro Z28 and they never want me to get a V8 American Muscle car. I would of gotten a C5 Vette, but it's a long story with my brother, basterd. Lol

 

 

Yeah, a lot of people are like that. I think the Z fits my needs more than other cars, if people don't like the car based off the douchebags driving it, I could care less. I found a nice 07 Z with 20k miles I'm going to check out tonight, if it works out, it works out. I'll keep you updated.
John

 

Yup, another typical Douche bag hater on something without any explanation. GTFO my thread with your ***got attitude.

 

I'm not "hating" on anything. It's painfully obvious that you and that 2 door douchemobile were definitely made for one another. You just proved my point that 99.999999999% of Z drivers are insecure little *****es. Thanks for playing.

 

didn't read the whole thread... but u should buy what you want, not what your friends want...

 

this is why i dislike the majority of subaru owners i meet. provide some constructive advice or go back to NASIOC.

 

Really, not hating on anything, why would you post such an insulting picture when I'm serious over here asking for peoples advice.

Do you even own a subaru? GTFO this whole forum you loser, you have nothing better to do than skim through threads and make fun of people?

Insecure little *****, right because getting annoyed at an idiot that acts like a 12 year old posting pictures trying to act funny means I'm the insecure little *****, good one tough guy.
Exactly, thank you, at least not everyone is as stupid as that idiot above. Most owners are nice, but there are those idiots, what are you gonna do?

 

It's pretty funny how you went to find a photo, then clicked "reply" and then put a URL in a text field with a little comment all to show that this thread bores you. Looks like you are interested enough to come back and post to me!

And now this post here which of course needs no introduction. Wow.