How's the rear visibility Coupe Vs Roadster?
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Hi Guys,
Had the chance to play with a rental 07 Roadster earlier last month in California, had a blast and love the car, but I've decided the Roadster isnt' for me for a couple of reasons ....
- I found with the top up the visibility was really poor, even with shoulder checking I had to be really really careful
- I'm from a part of Canada where it rains alot so I'm not sure I'm gonna truly get to appreciate the convertible top
My question is ..... I still want a 350Z, but how is the visibility in the rear and out the sides on the coupe? Please tell me it's alot better than the Roadster!
Thanks in advance for your input!
Had the chance to play with a rental 07 Roadster earlier last month in California, had a blast and love the car, but I've decided the Roadster isnt' for me for a couple of reasons ....
- I found with the top up the visibility was really poor, even with shoulder checking I had to be really really careful
- I'm from a part of Canada where it rains alot so I'm not sure I'm gonna truly get to appreciate the convertible top
My question is ..... I still want a 350Z, but how is the visibility in the rear and out the sides on the coupe? Please tell me it's alot better than the Roadster!
Thanks in advance for your input!
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thanks for the replies, it rains alot where i'm from ![Frown](https://my350z.com/forum/images/smilies/frown.gif)
actually i was thinking more about the side visibility as well when shoulder checking, with the extra side window panels on the coupe as opposed to the roadster with the top down, with the top up lane changing is no problem.
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actually i was thinking more about the side visibility as well when shoulder checking, with the extra side window panels on the coupe as opposed to the roadster with the top down, with the top up lane changing is no problem.
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Originally Posted by wanta2008
thanks for the replies, it rains alot where i'm from ![Frown](https://my350z.com/forum/images/smilies/frown.gif)
actually i was thinking more about the side visibility as well when shoulder checking, with the extra side window panels on the coupe as opposed to the roadster with the top down, with the top up lane changing is no problem.
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actually i was thinking more about the side visibility as well when shoulder checking, with the extra side window panels on the coupe as opposed to the roadster with the top down, with the top up lane changing is no problem.
never ridden in a convert before so no comment.
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side visibility? whats that?
Its got pretty bad blind spots when you try to look over your shoulder...its espeically annoying when youre backing up from a parking space. You cant see anything with the rear hatch in the way.
You just gotta be extra careful..
Its got pretty bad blind spots when you try to look over your shoulder...its espeically annoying when youre backing up from a parking space. You cant see anything with the rear hatch in the way.
You just gotta be extra careful..
Merging left can be bad. Always check the mirrors and the little window several times.
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Merging left can be bad. Always check the mirrors and the little window several times.
Merging left can be bad. Always check the mirrors and the little window several times.
really?? this is a tiny Z and not a escalade.... if you're having trouble seeing the car on your left and right's maybe you need to adjust your side mirrors?
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I love this forum, so many quick responses .....
I agree .... when I had the rental roadster I just found the tiny window out the back a little scary .... is the couple significantly better compared to that tiny slit the roadster has? Having never driving a couple I would imagine that big window would be alot better .... but then again havne't been in one.
When lane changing do those quarter panel windows on the left and right side cover off some of the blind spots?
I agree .... when I had the rental roadster I just found the tiny window out the back a little scary .... is the couple significantly better compared to that tiny slit the roadster has? Having never driving a couple I would imagine that big window would be alot better .... but then again havne't been in one.
When lane changing do those quarter panel windows on the left and right side cover off some of the blind spots?
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Come on guys. If you set your mirrors right, check out the side, you should be good. I don't have any problem with a shoulder check mixed with the side mirror. They are wider in ratio than other mirrors, and I find offer a good side ways range. The rear mirror, while physically big, lets me see from the bottom of the windsheild of the car behind me down. That is because I'm 6' 2". If I nod my chin down I can see the driver, but why? I know the car is there, and find the side mirrors give you great coverage if set right. Never driven the convertable, though sat in one and didn't like the smaller rear view.
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When driving around, the blind spots are that bad at all.
Especially when you're backing up and you have 2 cars parked beside you. By the time you're able to see if anyone is coming, the car is already 3/4 of the way out of the parking spot.
Originally Posted by aloh
side visibility? whats that?
Its got pretty bad blind spots when you try to look over your shoulder...its espeically annoying when youre backing up from a parking space. You cant see anything with the rear hatch in the way.
You just gotta be extra careful..
Its got pretty bad blind spots when you try to look over your shoulder...its espeically annoying when youre backing up from a parking space. You cant see anything with the rear hatch in the way.
You just gotta be extra careful..
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Rear view mirror is fine, but side visibility is restricted to mirrors only. There's no way you'll see anything if you turn your head. That's in my coupe, anyways.
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From 2005 on the Z has wider side view mirrows. There are a couple threads on adjusting sideviews correctly to avoid blind spots.
I had my car for a few months before I realized the interior rear view mirror has a double joint for better adjustment. It makes a difference.
When I bought the car (coupe), I thought visibility was going to be somewhat of a problem. I have had no problem nor second thoughts about it.
I had my car for a few months before I realized the interior rear view mirror has a double joint for better adjustment. It makes a difference.
When I bought the car (coupe), I thought visibility was going to be somewhat of a problem. I have had no problem nor second thoughts about it.
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Originally Posted by I1DER
From 2005 on the Z has wider side view mirrows. There are a couple threads on adjusting sideviews correctly to avoid blind spots.
I had my car for a few months before I realized the interior rear view mirror has a double joint for better adjustment. It makes a difference.
When I bought the car (coupe), I thought visibility was going to be somewhat of a problem. I have had no problem nor second thoughts about it.
I had my car for a few months before I realized the interior rear view mirror has a double joint for better adjustment. It makes a difference.
When I bought the car (coupe), I thought visibility was going to be somewhat of a problem. I have had no problem nor second thoughts about it.
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Same on the thanksgiving. Put it this way, this car doesn't disappoint. If you like the look, and you like the way it feels, then buy it. The performance won't let you down unless you are moving from a lambo/ferrari/z06, etc. Can't truly tell you how "stock" feels, as mine came new with modifications done by an enthusiast dealership in Hamilton. Little lower, sway bars, etc, so it handles like no other car I have driven. Have driven a Z3 supercharged, uncomfortable, but very tight. This car also feels very tight. Lane changes are as simple as thinking about it, response is immediate. Power is there to kick the back end out if you want, but you can control your line with throttle as well as steering. An absolutely fun car to drive, and feels good driving. It gets looks, and maybe there could be a lot more glass to look through in the back, that would change the look though which I wouldn't like, but use your side mirrors smartly and you won't have problems. I also park so I can drive straight out, but I did that in my 2003 Aztek as well so no change there.
I like the coupe vs the roadster because of look. I find that the roof defines the curves of this car and distinguishes it. Just my opinion, but look at both and see which you admire the lines of more. It rains a lot in richmond doesn't it?
I like the coupe vs the roadster because of look. I find that the roof defines the curves of this car and distinguishes it. Just my opinion, but look at both and see which you admire the lines of more. It rains a lot in richmond doesn't it?