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Old 05-26-2014, 06:07 AM
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I've wanted a Z for long time now and I finally might be able to afford it. The thing is I'm not sure if I should wait or get one as soon as I can. I've been driving for almost a year now and I haven't driven a car as powerful as the Z, or any car that's rear wheel drive.
I also want to learn manual so I can get a manual Z, but I don't have a car to practice on. Would the Z be a good car to learn stick shift on?
If I do get one I plan on getting a 2003-2006 Z I'm the $7,000-$11,000 range.
Sorry for the very beginner questions, but I thought the best place to ask would be here haha. Thanks in advance.
Old 05-26-2014, 06:30 AM
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Manual is not hard to learn, however, you're at risk of burning your clutch if you overuse it or don't know how to drive it. As for buying one, I would shop around, you may find yourself saving thousands or paying an extra thousand just by waiting vs. buying now.
Old 05-26-2014, 06:31 AM
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My suggestion is to wait. The Z is not the best car for someone with only a year of driving experience. Staying within the Nissan line, I'd suggest a used Sentra Se-R Spec V, or even a 240SX as better cars that have manual trannys to learn with.
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Don't do it
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You will shoot your eye out kid
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