Hey all i have 1994 Firebird Formula and i use it as a daily driver. I was wondering how much different the Z will be. Also i will be useing it in the snow. If you guys can gimmie some feedback... It will be greatly appreciated.

P.S. - Driving my Formula in the snow is not really a problem ( Auto). Do u think the 6 speed Z will be much different? Thanks In Advance

 

No problems here, but I don't drive it in the snow.

So far it has been a very reliable daily driver.

 

I've driven many cars in the snow and the Z doesn't like it . . . unless you get some blizzak snow tires (makes a big difference).

 

With good snow tires it shouldn't be a prob, just be VERY careful. I've had 2WD pick up trucks, a 2000 firebird and a lexus GS400. All RWD vehicles so the Z isn't much of a difference. The worst was the GS400 on the snow, it was absolutely awful, even with VDC. I doubt it can be worse, but we'll see!

 

Haven't driven mine in the snow, but it's a great daily driver. I drive through school zones every morning and still manage to average about 22 mpg.

 

perfect daily driver....you actually want to drive because of this car.

 

The Z is a great daily driver due to the good torque and powerband. Rides smooth on the highway as well... cant comment on snow but you will definitely need a set of snow tires.

 

I daily Drive Mine

 

Daliy driver here. In the snow, got some Pirelli snow tires. They worked great.

 

Mine will not see the salt or snow of winter. It will be driventhe other 2/3 of the year or so.

I would get a Z with the TCS and VDC if you are going to drive it in winter though.

 

thanks all of you for advice. i was looking at a 05' daytona blue touring with the aero package. so it will have all the features.

 

Agreed... I daily drive with about 5 months of winter. I run Blizzak WS50s and it works great. TCS and VDC will keep ya straight... don't even think about trying snow with the stock tires.

Do a search... there's LOTS of threads on this topic.

 

I love driving this badboy in the snow, especialy the drifting part, hehe. Going from a rear wheel drive 240sx turbo to the non turbo 350z was like day and night for me.

 

What he said...except I went with Blizzak LM-22's. With the proper snow tires and prudent driving, you'll be just fine when the snow hits.

 

i drive my z everyday and i love it love it love it. Just dont drive in snow.

 

Everyday, but I have an '01 Expedition for the snow...much better

 

Daily drive mine from school to work to back home. No problems whatsoever. Never drove in the snow though.

 

I know this topic has been beat to death but 6-speed or automatic. right now i have an auto ......is there much of a difference.. i know i am gonna get some good responses on the one.

 

Tis my daily driver and although sometimes I wish I had backseats, I have no other regrets.

 

It's a sports car. If you want to fully enjoy the ride, go with the MT.