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Old 03-04-2014, 09:28 AM
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Thanks for all the replies. Based on your opinions and experiences, I have decided to hold off on the Z (as much as I really want one!). Going to save more money also.
Old 03-04-2014, 09:35 AM
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If you can't afford to keep both then hold off
Old 03-04-2014, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by iideadeyeii
If you can't afford to keep both then hold off
I wasn;t planning on keeping both cars. I was going to sell my integra and use that money to put into the Z, actually.
Old 03-04-2014, 09:54 AM
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I have two cars 350z and civic si). Let me tell you it adds up quick for insurance, gas and repairs. I LOVE both cars but it's a pain to store the z in winter.

Don't get me started on the scrappy window motors
Old 03-04-2014, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by WZRD
Thanks, man. I decided not to buy the Z yet, I'm going to keep saving money and when the opportunity is right I will get the car. Just out of curiosity, how much do you pay for insurance at your age?
$200 a month which actually isn't that bad. But it's double what it could still be .
Old 03-04-2014, 12:39 PM
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Insurance in a 350Z is cheap as hell if it's not DD. I have the Juke, wife's civic, Escalade, and the Z. I pay $480/yr for my Z in insurance. When it was new I was driving it as a primary it was still only 80/month. Gas is always relative. Storage is the worst.
Old 03-04-2014, 12:53 PM
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I pay 240 a month and I'm 27 and I have the durango and z and that's a lot.
Old 03-04-2014, 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by WZRD
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Hello everyone,

I would like to own a 350z. I am currently driving an 2000 Acura Integra GS. I've had this car for about 2 1/2 years now, runs great and I'm happy with it; however, I would really like to get myself a 350z. Been thinking about it for years.. I'm 21 years old (22 in a couple weeks), and as that goes ive saving up cash for a 350z. I would really like to get an 04-05 enthusiast/performance/touring model. At my age, do you think I should wait? I live in Cali, make about 700$ bi-weeky and attend community college and still living at home. Is Buying a 350z be too expensive to maintain at my age? Gas (my integra is about 38-40$ on 3.90$) ? another note, Right now I pay about $75 for insurance..
I didn't bother reading the rest of the thread, so I don't know if you got your answer or not.

I'm 22, I got my Z a year ago when I was 21. I have 5 cars insured on my own, you just need to ask your insurance to see if its something you can afford or not. When I was in collage, I drove my landrover and that thing was way more expensive than my Z and I made less than what you make now. I think you will be fine if you really want it, you just need to know how to handle your money wisely. Gas on my Z isn't all that bad. I average about 22 city, 28 mix and 34 highway and I commute about 70 miles one way each day.

Hope you find your answer bud, and welcome to the Z forums.
Old 03-06-2014, 12:23 PM
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At this point, I'd say save up and get a 370z later.
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Originally Posted by WZRD
I wasn;t planning on keeping both cars. I was going to sell my integra and use that money to put into the Z, actually.
... If you can't afford to buy the Z without selling the integra then you shouldn't buy a Z
Old 03-07-2014, 07:49 AM
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I'd wait until you graduate from college and get your first job. Get settled in and reward yourself later on for all your hard work.

It'll probably take a beating in your college's parking lot anyway, and you'll want to spend money on mods.

Hang on to the Integra and keep it as a DD as long as you can IMO

Nick C.
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The z is a great car. But I know when I was in college 30 mpg trumped anything else. I was eating roman noodles and living paycheck to paycheck. I can't imagine having to pay for gas at the time at 18 mpg
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You can get 35mpg with a z at around 45-50 mph in 6th gear
Old 03-07-2014, 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Diode Dynamics
I'd wait until you graduate from college and get your first job. Get settled in and reward yourself later on for all your hard work.

It'll probably take a beating in your college's parking lot anyway, and you'll want to spend money on mods.

Hang on to the Integra and keep it as a DD as long as you can IMO

Nick C.
Yeah I thought about it for a while and I am going to focus and try to finish school. The Z is something I want, but not what I need right now.. So yeah thanks for the tip.
Old 03-07-2014, 05:35 PM
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You guys are awesome. Thank you for the input. I've made my decision and I'm holding off on the Z until I finish school. Couple years or so, but one day it will be mine!!
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