Got me another 350z!
07-28-2014, 08:24 AM
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Got me another 350z!
Hey guys/gals
My wife and I used to have an '06 350z Touring that was her "fun" car, even though I drove it more than she did. We ended up trading it in for a truck earlier this year but I missed the go-cart handling and decent mpg so much I bought another.
This one is an '03 Base with 146k miles with some minor cosmetic issues that I will be fixing. I only paid $3900 for it, motor runs like a champ too. It will serve as my daily for the next 6 months or so until our house is built, then it might become a track car. My twin turbo cobra doesn't turn corners very well.
The wife held the mod veto power over the last one but this is all mine. I know you can't string much out of these NA-wise, I just want to refresh everything and improve power output where I can. See you around the board!
Only pic for now, I'll take more when it is cleaned up.
My wife and I used to have an '06 350z Touring that was her "fun" car, even though I drove it more than she did. We ended up trading it in for a truck earlier this year but I missed the go-cart handling and decent mpg so much I bought another.
This one is an '03 Base with 146k miles with some minor cosmetic issues that I will be fixing. I only paid $3900 for it, motor runs like a champ too. It will serve as my daily for the next 6 months or so until our house is built, then it might become a track car. My twin turbo cobra doesn't turn corners very well.
The wife held the mod veto power over the last one but this is all mine. I know you can't string much out of these NA-wise, I just want to refresh everything and improve power output where I can. See you around the board!
Only pic for now, I'll take more when it is cleaned up.
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07-28-2014, 08:25 AM
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Welcome and congratulations!
07-28-2014, 08:47 PM
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Thanks everyone! Changed the oil, degreased motor, realigned intake box, cleaned MAF, replaced some missing bolts (minor stuff), and even programmed an extra key fob I had left over from our last 350z today. Next up is new tires (Cooper RS3-A), new windshield, changing trans and rear diff fluid, then I need to visit a pick-and-pull for miscellaneous stuff and hopefully a good condition drivers seat since this one has a ripped side bolster.
07-28-2014, 09:16 PM
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Thanks everyone! Changed the oil, degreased motor, realigned intake box, cleaned MAF, replaced some missing bolts (minor stuff), and even programmed an extra key fob I had left over from our last 350z today. Next up is new tires (Cooper RS3-A), new windshield, changing trans and rear diff fluid, then I need to visit a pick-and-pull for miscellaneous stuff and hopefully a good condition drivers seat since this one has a ripped side bolster.
My 08 with 57k miles has a tear in the side bolster too, so don't feel too bad.
I'm at work so I can't see pictures, but good luck with your "updating" and keep us posted on mods!
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07-29-2014, 12:07 AM
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For the price, killer buy
07-29-2014, 02:06 PM
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Haha they're just fun little cars that can be driven and parked anywhere, something I missed driving my damn Silverado as a daily. Plus for $4k it was the most entertaining option on Craigslist.
07-29-2014, 06:47 PM
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Nope clean title. KBB private party value in "Good" condition is $6k, after some negotiation we agreed on $3900 due to the miles and minor cosmetic stuff. Pays to show up with a few friends called Benjamin!
07-29-2014, 07:10 PM
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Sound like you make deal like a pro. When you flash the cash, it is definitely tough to say no. That is one reason you can negotiate a little better. People don't call, "The cash is king" for no reason.
