Still love your Roadster after many expensive upkeeps

Funnyguy · 08-28-2008, 04:35 PM

Hi guys
I love my Touring Roadster a lot but after many problems with the top as well as others

. I'm fed up with it, thinking about get rid of the car.. dont get me wrong the Z is a beautiful car but again too expensive to maintainance.... What do you guys think? ...

rocky72186 · 08-28-2008, 04:46 PM

Love my zr hate the doordings and key marks ppl put on it......

Funnyguy · 08-28-2008, 04:58 PM

just staying the facts man..

Funnyguy · 08-28-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Funnyguy

just staying the facts man..

sorry I went to state schools... I meant "saying" the facts

rocky72186 · 08-28-2008, 05:27 PM

No problem with mine yet **knock on wood*** just started modding it. What top problems did you have .. I wents to state scool also

SRTtoZ · 08-28-2008, 05:35 PM

Buy a Coupe. PROBLEM SOLVED!

ZINGGG!

Funnyguy · 08-28-2008, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rocky72186

No problem with mine yet **knock on wood*** just started modding it. What top problems did you have .. I wents to state scool also

Top wont close my friend.. It just decided to stop working and i'm looking at spending big bucks to get it fix...

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Buy a Coupe. PROBLEM SOLVED!

ZINGGG!

I've heard the coupe got problem with the interior lights and clutch failure also...

Don't get me wrong guys, Zs are one of the best "good looking" cars at under $50k range out there but I'm frustrated at dealing with mechanical problems ...

A3VT 74 · 08-28-2008, 06:43 PM

u got to take the good with the bad...

I have encountered my deal of issues with the top... but i have convertibles since 1990 and i had the same issue with all... i guess is a matter of getting used to or learning to deal with the issues...
When i get frustrated I wash with the intend to take pics and post it to sell it but once i see it all clean I take it for a spin with the top is down and as i am cruising all the bad feelings go away...

Funnyguy · 08-28-2008, 06:53 PM

I feel ya A3VT 74.. After I've done washing, stare at it and all the good feelings come back man..
I'm thinking about buying extended warranty that Nissanwarranty offers but I need to check to make sure they cover the whole top..........either ways, i'm just frustrated guys..

rocky72186 · 08-28-2008, 07:10 PM

The only prob I have had was sometimes top stop half way. I have to play with the button for a bit. Other than that nothin.

A3VT 74 · 08-28-2008, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by rocky72186

The only prob I have had was sometimes top stop half way. I have to play with the button for a bit. Other than that nothin.

that happens all the time... usually is a little part that comes out of place and prevents the top from coming down completely.. all you do is close a little and then open and that is it... I can't find the correct words to describe the little part that causes it but Im gonna try to take a pic and show it...

A3VT 74 · 08-28-2008, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Funnyguy

I feel ya A3VT 74.. After I've done washing, stare at it and all the good feelings come back man..
I'm thinking about buying extended warranty that Nissanwarranty offers but I need to check to make sure they cover the whole top..........either ways, i'm just frustrated guys..

warranty is supposed to cover everything... but if something does not work they need to "inspect" to make sure that what is broken is part of the warranty... it does not makes sense but that is the way my extended warranty works... at least mine.
by the way the dealer charges for the inspection....

being frustrated is normal... take your time this saturday and give your baby a bath... take it for a ride and then write back. hahaha

WhiteNoiz · 08-29-2008, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Funnyguy

I've heard the coupe got problem with the interior lights and clutch failure also...

interior lights and the clutch are the same for the coupe and roadster. I dont recall anything about the interior lights on the Z, but there was a recall on the 07 clutch (coupe and roadster).

SC350ZR · 08-29-2008, 12:45 PM

So far nothing serious.
The only issue I have is the rear axle clicking and that is all Z and G's.
Trying to get it fixed under the power train warranty even with the mods.

Agree with the wash and some detailing and then the drive, I guess the wind blows the bad feeling away.

coleycole · 08-29-2008, 02:37 PM

Preventitive maintenance is the key. I would rather spend $200-$300 every few months to keep the car top notch than spend $6000 when **** hits the fan

plumpzz · 08-29-2008, 03:30 PM

I dont have a roadster but I know how you feel..

350Z brakes: 900 installed
4 Hubs replaced: 1200 installed
Seat replaced: 500 installed
Transmission: 2 days downtime, covered under warranty

But I still love it. Add on top of that tires (1200 every 1.5 years... I'm a beast!), synthetic oil every 4 months ( 50 bucks), Gas..(350 a month)...

black06z · 08-29-2008, 04:47 PM

I felt the same way, like the soft top problem. I traded in my Z Roadster for a coupe about 1-1/2 years ago, and problem solved. I've never had any issues *knock on wood*. I've never heard about the interior lights though. Did that issue just arise or something?

johns350 · 08-29-2008, 05:58 PM

I haven't had much in the way of problems. One problem with an annoying noise somewhere on the passenger side. Can only hear it with the top up - so it stays down as much as possible

I agree with preventive maintenance. I've done that with all my cars.

Good Luck.

Oh - and - absolutely no car is completely trouble free.

Funnyguy · 08-29-2008, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by black06z

I felt the same way, like the soft top problem. I traded in my Z Roadster for a coupe about 1-1/2 years ago, and problem solved. I've never had any issues *knock on wood*. I've never heard about the interior lights though. Did that issue just arise or something?

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Originally Posted by WhiteNoiz

interior lights and the clutch are the same for the coupe and roadster. I dont recall anything about the interior lights on the Z, but there was a recall on the 07 clutch (coupe and roadster).

There are quite many coupe Z owners experience the problem with interior lights, all the interior lights suddently stop working at once except the trunk light. I dont have the coupe so I dont exactly what happen but this problem just recently arise...

Well tomorrow is Sat, I'll detail my baby again and just let the wind blows all the bad feelings away...

thanks for replies guys...

frankyB · 08-30-2008, 01:50 PM

So far so good after near 2 year with my 2006 ZR.... and I'm loving it

08-28-2008, 04:35 PM	#1
Funnyguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mass Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	Still love your Roadster after many expensive upkeeps Hi guys I love my Touring Roadster a lot but after many problems with the top as well as others . I'm fed up with it, thinking about get rid of the car.. dont get me wrong the Z is a beautiful car but again too expensive to maintainance.... What do you guys think? ...

08-28-2008, 05:35 PM	#6
SRTtoZ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Poughkeepsie Posts: 304 iTrader: (4)	Buy a Coupe. PROBLEM SOLVED! ZINGGG! __________________ 2007 Solar Orange Enthusiast 6MT 350z

08-29-2008, 12:45 PM	#14
SC350ZR Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 86 iTrader: (0)	So far nothing serious. The only issue I have is the rear axle clicking and that is all Z and G's. Trying to get it fixed under the power train warranty even with the mods. Agree with the wash and some detailing and then the drive, I guess the wind blows the bad feeling away. __________________ 2005 ZR Grand Touring 6MT \| Stillen Stage 2 Polished S/C \| Stillen Series 2 Body Kit \| Stillen Front Splitter \| Stillen Series 2 Hood \| Stillen Headers \| Tanabe Hyper Medallion Exhaust \| Braded Brake Lines \| Slotted 2-piece Rotors \| Stillen Front Strut Brace \| Axxis Hiro 19" 8.5/9.5 \| Stillen Clear Side Markers \| Pioneer AVIC-Z1 (Z3) Head Unit \| XM \| Backup Camera \| 2 Audison Amplifiers \| 2 x 10" Hertz Audio Subwoofers in Custom Enclosures \| Morel 3-way Component Kit in Custom Door Pods + More

08-29-2008, 03:30 PM	#16
plumpzz Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Jersey, New Posts: 6,424 iTrader: (7)	I dont have a roadster but I know how you feel.. 350Z brakes: 900 installed 4 Hubs replaced: 1200 installed Seat replaced: 500 installed Transmission: 2 days downtime, covered under warranty But I still love it. Add on top of that tires (1200 every 1.5 years... I'm a beast!), synthetic oil every 4 months ( 50 bucks), Gas..(350 a month)... __________________ b00ger

08-29-2008, 04:47 PM	#17
black06z Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Hypocritical World Posts: 6,159 iTrader: (1)	I felt the same way, like the soft top problem. I traded in my Z Roadster for a coupe about 1-1/2 years ago, and problem solved. I've never had any issues knock on wood. I've never heard about the interior lights though. Did that issue just arise or something? __________________ 2004 Chrome Silver * 2006 stock intake * Berk Tech HFC * custom 2.5" piping/resonator with Apexi N1 Muffler * Tein S. Tech w/ Spring mount cut -.7 * Tokico D-Spec Shocks* 20mm/25mm spacers * G35 OEM 18" wheels*Federal SS595 tires http://americanbodybuilding.com/v1/index.php http://gasparinutrition.com/http://www.bsnonline.net/products/pr...d=834266006205

08-28-2008, 04:46 PM	#2
rocky72186 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: newark, delawhere????? Posts: 3 iTrader: (1)	Love my zr hate the doordings and key marks ppl put on it......

08-28-2008, 04:58 PM	#3
Funnyguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mass Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	just staying the facts man..

08-28-2008, 05:27 PM	#5
rocky72186 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: newark, delawhere????? Posts: 3 iTrader: (1)	No problem with mine yet knock on wood* just started modding it. What top problems did you have .. I wents to state scool also

08-28-2008, 06:53 PM	#9
Funnyguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mass Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	I feel ya A3VT 74.. After I've done washing, stare at it and all the good feelings come back man.. I'm thinking about buying extended warranty that Nissanwarranty offers but I need to check to make sure they cover the whole top..........either ways, i'm just frustrated guys..

08-28-2008, 07:10 PM	#10
rocky72186 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: newark, delawhere????? Posts: 3 iTrader: (1)	The only prob I have had was sometimes top stop half way. I have to play with the button for a bit. Other than that nothin.

08-29-2008, 02:37 PM	#15
coleycole Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: West Chester, PA Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	Preventitive maintenance is the key. I would rather spend $200-$300 every few months to keep the car top notch than spend $6000 when **** hits the fan

08-29-2008, 05:58 PM	#18
johns350 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southlake, Texas Posts: 233 iTrader: (0)	I haven't had much in the way of problems. One problem with an annoying noise somewhere on the passenger side. Can only hear it with the top up - so it stays down as much as possible I agree with preventive maintenance. I've done that with all my cars. Good Luck. Oh - and - absolutely no car is completely trouble free. __________________ 2006 Enthusiast Roadster 5AT - Interlagos Fire - 35% tint on sides/20% tint on rear - rest is stock for now

08-30-2008, 01:50 PM	#20
frankyB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Montréal, QC, Canada Posts: 49 iTrader: (0)	So far so good after near 2 year with my 2006 ZR.... and I'm loving it

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