What to look for when purchasing a used 350z?
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You want a sound engine, transmission, and drive train. A problem(s) with any of these is an expensive repair.
Different year-models have specific problems. You can educate yourself right here on my350z.com. There is a plethora of information on this site (my350z.com) that will help you make a wise purchase.
Start searching… and, I sincerely hope you find the best 350z.
- Check CarFax for accidents and title problems.
- Take the car to a trusted technician for a full analysis. This is expensive.
- Used cars are auctioned and come from anywhere, so check for rust (rust is the worst thing).
Different year-models have specific problems. You can educate yourself right here on my350z.com. There is a plethora of information on this site (my350z.com) that will help you make a wise purchase.
Start searching… and, I sincerely hope you find the best 350z.
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OG, if you don't mind one that has been wrecked and from up north, here is an HR that isn't far off from your range
https://my350z.com/forum/zs-and-gs-f...-13-500-a.html
https://my350z.com/forum/zs-and-gs-f...-13-500-a.html
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OG, if you don't mind one that has been wrecked and from up north, here is an HR that isn't far off from your range
https://my350z.com/forum/zs-and-gs-f...-13-500-a.html
https://my350z.com/forum/zs-and-gs-f...-13-500-a.html
I couldn't agree with you more. Mine Z is clocking at 16,500 miles with full bolt on and is planning to run high spec cams. Then I would run her out to 50,000 miles, and by that time I would have enough funds to do turbo builds with stock block.
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Yea monkey I'll look into out of state dealers if I roll that route. Not really looking into any mods, I like aesthetics more then speed. (Saves in tickets) lol.
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just my personal opinion,
You can either spend a ton of $$$ on a newer Z off the bat...20k plus
or spend like 7-9k on a used one cash no payments. Save up your money
and customize.....
the 07/08 still lack in a lot of ways....
whereas you can easily use all the extra money to purchase and install aftermarket toys that perform better than oem. lets not forget the fact that you can have a car that stands out more from apart other Z's
bone stock Z < customized one of a kind Z
the red is 2007 bone stock 350z
the other image is a modified 350z lol
honestly, I get wayyy more compliments with mods than i ever did with a stock Z...
You can either spend a ton of $$$ on a newer Z off the bat...20k plus
or spend like 7-9k on a used one cash no payments. Save up your money
and customize.....
the 07/08 still lack in a lot of ways....
whereas you can easily use all the extra money to purchase and install aftermarket toys that perform better than oem. lets not forget the fact that you can have a car that stands out more from apart other Z's
bone stock Z < customized one of a kind Z
the red is 2007 bone stock 350z
the other image is a modified 350z lol
honestly, I get wayyy more compliments with mods than i ever did with a stock Z...
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While I agree with everyone saying dont get a modded 350 cuz you dont know what potential problems could be lurking. I personally bought mine (enthusiast edition accorfing to nissan place i got it from said touring) with a true dual cat back exhaust, nismo cold air intake, and I think it has an upgraded valve body/shift kit. I went with this one because the amount of extras she came with Vs a more expensive stock z with less miles. So there is always a balance every modded z is not untouchable, just got look her over real good to try n find things not up to par, just my 2 cents
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I don't think I saw this mentioned...
Be very familiar with the trim levels and the differences. It is very common for sellers/dealers to misidentify the model. To my observation, the most common is a Touring identified as a Grand Touring. The MSRP on the GT was about $2,000 higher than the Touring.
There is a post here on how to identify the differences.
Be very familiar with the trim levels and the differences. It is very common for sellers/dealers to misidentify the model. To my observation, the most common is a Touring identified as a Grand Touring. The MSRP on the GT was about $2,000 higher than the Touring.
There is a post here on how to identify the differences.
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yea there is a great thread on here about little things to help you know what trim the model you're looking at actually is. Turns out when nissan put my vin in during service it came up as enthusiast but I actually have touring (tcs, sterring wheels controls, heated seat buttons in the center) look that thread up to print out and bring with you when looking at a potential buy
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