Guys,

I ran into a Z owner today who was selling his car. I was wondering if this was a good deal. The problem is its an 03.

2003 Enthusiast 350z
33,500 miles
Garaged in winter
Has what looks like Track edition spoiler
6 speed

$19,500.

Problem is I don't want to be stuck with tire feathering issues at all. Or the infamous rest of the problems with the 03's. My buddy recently bought a 03 G35 coupe with 58k miles for $21k so I think this is sort of a good deal.

 

I personally would not get an '03. I mean shop around, Buying a used car takes time. Shop around until you found a car that you would buy in a heartbeat. Thats when you know you've found the right car.

 

Am I the only one with an 03' with no feathering issues? lol

 

Tire feathering issues can be fixed pretty easily now so I wouldn't not buy the car because of it. That deal doesn't seem bad at all, but I would shop around to get the features/options you want in the Z and to make sure this is the right car for you. Also to note, the G will have a slightly higher resale value than the Z.

 

Most likely not. But since he would be buying the car I personally would not want to take the risk of having all the issues and such.

 

Sounds like a decent deal. Don't be scared of 03's... They're really not much worse off than 04's. My 03 hasn't had any major issues.

 

The thing is I really didn't want a 6-speed either. And I don't want to start the Manual-Vs-Auto debate either. My GTO is a 6-speed, and its also a big pain in my butt to drive everyday. I can't stand the 1-2 block out, 1st gear block out and just the general crappiness of the way its setup, plus the hassle of driving it everyday to and from work and other places.

I drove the 06 in my Vegas trip thread, and it was an auto with rev-matching and I instantly fell in love. If I could find a 05 Daytona blue, that would be really perfect for me. Otherwise i'm going to try and get a brand new one and possibly just lease it for the time being and see where I can survive with it.

 

i don't think thats a very good price... you sould be able to get an 04 with similar miles for the same price.

 

Sounds like the posted car isn't for you then.

 

With 33,000 miles you have about another 17,000 miles left until you take it to the junk yard. The 2003 350Z only lasts about 50,000 miles. I read it some place.

 

Yeah but I'm willing to compromise. On the other hand, i'm not willing to because its not entirely what I want, but i'm starting to question my judgement of what I want/need and what justifications I make for what I want.

 

I agree. If you are going to spend $20,000 on a car, it may as well be your first choice. If it is not what you want, then no price is a bargain.

 

i think thats a good deal. i got an 03 touring a year ago with 29k miles for $22,000. i havent had any problems yet. best thing ive ever bought

 

hey is it true it won't last i got my 03 it has only 34.000 miles on it i haven't had no problem where does it said won't last ?

 

Paid $22,500 for my '03 with 32,500 miles about two months ago. I've had to have the stereo fixed so far, and thats it.

(knocks on wood)

 

Paid $24,000 for my '05 base with 3,900 miles on it four months ago. Keep searching for one you like. I found this one when I was about to give up searching..

 

There is nothing wrong with an 03. Do some research and take it all with you when you go to look at the car. Get all TSBs, make a list of options you want, and have some serious questions for the seller. Look through his reciepts and any logs he kept of gas mileage and oil changes.