djlaz99

Hey I'm new to this forum and have been researching alot of stuff about Z's, I currently own a 03 Subaru WRX Wagon. I almost traded it in a month ago for an 04 Grey Z Coupe with 21k miles.

I'm kind of torn between the Coupe or the Convt. The z's are phenominal, so I definetly want one.

What are some pros or cons to either one?

What model yr should I consider? btw not going brand new. I want to save a few $$$ by going used like 25k or less miles.

Just looking for advice since you guys have the knowledge of the ups and downs of either model, let me know what you think.

Thanks in advance for you help.

davidv

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Drive a 350Z roadster with the top down. See if you like it.

myZter

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i personally dont like roadster cuz the Z is small as it is. i would get 05 model since there are no problems like the 03, 04. some people here are selling there car maybe one of them could be living in tampa

savvy

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+1 on the 05. I have a base model because i dont feel the need to have cruise control or traction control, plus it is the lightest model.

cavallino33

I traded my 05 wrx in for a base model 350Z. Youll like the Z it has a mcuh different feel from the WRX.

Spec_Tacular

+2 it make them so much faster with out all the weight and no LSD is sweet too.

Alang

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You've got to be kidding right? There is only about 60 lbs difference between the lighest and heaviest models. I'd take an LSD over 60 lbs any day.

djlaz99

Thanks for the suggetions on the 05 model. I love the look of the roadster but my worry is the fabric top tearing and the wear and tear plus its one more thing to go wrong with my new Z in the future.

Is it better without the LSD? I would think it gives better traction, the weight thing really isn't an issue.

I probably would go with the Coupe model, just because it roomier inside. with that top up it would be kind of tight in there. But with top down its nice.

Damn those engineers!! Shouldn't have made such a nice looking car!!! lol

cavallino33

Fixed.


As for LSD its really up to you. Its undoubtedly better to have LSD, but you could get a base and swap in a better LSD rear end for cheaper than the extre monaye paid for the enthusiast. Theres lots of base models out there its not like not having LSD is going to be a disaster.

myZter

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i would love it if the ZR was hard top but then it will be heavier then it is with soft top. i guess if ur in FL ZR will be cool.

davids

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If you are going to mod, get a base.
If you are keep stock, get a roadster.

Built2shredZ

I assume when you say modding your talking about F.I. (turbo/supercharger)

If your going to put 500 HP then Ya I would agree the coupe would be safer... But if your going to do bolt on mods and appearance mods then there's not thing wrong with modding the Roadster...

djlaz99

Turbo would be really sweet! However I have a stock turbo car now and its great but HP is addicting, a stock Z is already a step up from a stock WRX, I would probably just go bolt on's ie: Intake, Exhaust ,tuning, etc...

Just for a reliabilty stand point. So as not to have too many issues with the engine. 300whp would be nice.

But forced induction is def a wet dream to have but not for now.

One question though are the Brembo brakes that come on the Track pkg really worth it?

Alang

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They don't stop any faster than the "regular" brakes, but they fade a lot less in street driving. They will fade on the track, so if you plan to track the car, skip the brembos and get aftermarket big brakes.

If you are patient, lots of people that upgrade their brembos to big brakes will sell their "old" stuff. You can often find a really good deal.

djlaz99

Yeah but if I'm going to upgrade the brakes then I might as well go BIG Brake setup and just save the money on the car to begin with.

Is it possible to get a Base with leather interior, I believe the Base is only Cloth interior. But I'm not positive. I have cloth now an leather just seems to last alot longer and cloth gets faded and stained too easy.

Xoulrath

Get seat covers. That's what I'm doing.

taurran

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Get a 6mt coupe of at least the enthusiast trim. Thank me later.


Oh, and check out this site: www.350zclubofflorida.com


See ya.

Black Duck

Hello All,

I am new to the forum. I have a 2004 Enthusiast model. It is my first Z and I gotta say I love the car!

Black Duck

What are the problems with 03/04 models?

djlaz99

I hear there are alot of recalls on the 03-04 models, but there are alot of them out there. I've seen a bunch on autotrader.