Notices
2003-2009 Nissan 350Z

Upgrading from the 350Z to.... ?

Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:05 PM
  #1  
stizzi's Avatar
stizzi
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Default Upgrading from the 350Z to.... ?

I'm 21 and I currently got a 2005 350Z - picked it up about 2 1/2 years ago from Copart with minor back damage (got own dealership/mechanic/collission shop here in Toronto).

I feel its time for an upgrade, I got a buyer for my 350Z, but I don't know what to get as an upgrade. I already have an 08 MDX.

Please remember I get cars much cheaper then then open market. I posted the pics of the front stripped GTR from copart on this forum just 3 weeks ago.

My options:
1. Nissan 370Z
2. Porsche Cayman S (07-08)
3. Porsche 911 Carrera (05-06)
4. BMW 645i/650i (05-6)
5. new BMW 335i hard top convert. (07-09)
6. Mercedes SL500 hard top convert. (03-06)
7. Mercedes CLS500 (06)

I've already had a s2000, and a bmw 545i... nothing handles like the 350z...

Please post your recommendations, and how much of an upgrade they are from the 350Z

Last edited by stizzi; Jul 19, 2009 at 05:03 PM.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:07 PM
  #2  
Sensi09's Avatar
Sensi09
Sponsor
Works Concepts
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 3,029
Likes: 1
From: So Cal
Default

1. 911S
2. cayman S
3. '08 M3
4. 370Z, would much rather have the first two, but it is a new car.
5. M coupe

Last edited by Sensi09; Jul 19, 2009 at 03:08 PM.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:13 PM
  #3  
vthao's Avatar
vthao
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 844
Likes: 1
From: NorCal
Default

Originally Posted by stizzi
nothing handles like the 350z...

Please post your recommendations, and how much of an upgrade they are from the 350Z
A stock 370Z handles like a modded, stiff 350Z. I'd recommend the Z because fixing it/finding parts for it would be much cheaper and easier. European cars can be a headache to deal with.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:14 PM
  #4  
stizzi's Avatar
stizzi
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Default

I have an option of getting it from Manheim as well - there non-accident but I'm not saving nearly as much as if I got one with a little damage.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:28 PM
  #5  
twitch579's Avatar
twitch579
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 940
Likes: 0
From: Florida
Default

A LS3 Vette would be on the top of my list.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:30 PM
  #6  
Flick Montana's Avatar
Flick Montana
New Member
 
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 9,743
Likes: 3
From: Indiana
Default

Originally Posted by twitch579
A LS3 Vette would be on the top of my list.
Mmm, good call. I'd love to be in a Z06.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 03:46 PM
  #7  
Zolid's Avatar
Zolid
Registered User
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 278
Likes: 0
From: MN
Default

Cayman S FTW
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:10 PM
  #8  
Spork's Avatar
Spork
Registered User
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 27,592
Likes: 6
From: MN
Default

911 GT3


/end thread.



Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:12 PM
  #9  
stizzi's Avatar
stizzi
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Default

I can't get the GT3 lol

I was thinking Cayman S too but I hear the 350z is quicker then that thing.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:15 PM
  #10  
Hraesvelg's Avatar
Hraesvelg
Got Uranium?
Premier Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 35,723
Likes: 6
From: The Recliner of Rage
Default

Originally Posted by stizzi
I'm 21 and I currently got a 2005 350Z - picked it up about 2 1/2 years ago from Copart with minor back damage (I got my own dealership/mechanic/collission shop here in Toronto).

I feel its time for an upgrade, I got a buyer for my 350Z, but I don't know what to get as an upgrade. I already have an 08 MDX.

Please remember I get cars much cheaper then then open market. I posted the pics of the front stripped GTR from copart on this forum just 3 weeks ago.

My options:
1. Nissan 370Z
2. Porsche Cayman S (07-08)
3. Porsche 911 Carrera (05-06)
4. BMW 645i/650i (05-6)
5. new BMW 335i hard top convert. (07-09)
6. Mercedes SL500 hard top convert. (03-06)
7. Mercedes CLS500 (06)


I've already had a s2000, and a bmw 545i... nothing handles like the 350z...

Please post your recommendations, and how much of an upgrade they are from the 350Z

Am I the first one calling bull$hit on this steaming pile of internet poo?
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:15 PM
  #11  
Spork's Avatar
Spork
Registered User
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 27,592
Likes: 6
From: MN
Default

Personally, I would go for the M3, Carrera, or the 370Z.

From everything I've heard from people and relatives that owned them... I will never own a Mercedes.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:25 PM
  #12  
stizzi's Avatar
stizzi
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Default

Originally Posted by Hraesvelg
Am I the first one calling bull$hit on this steaming pile of internet poo?
lol ???
Dealership link here, car sales section = my 350z listed.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:28 PM
  #13  
Spork's Avatar
Spork
Registered User
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 27,592
Likes: 6
From: MN
Default

For sh*ts and giggles... I'd just like to point this out.

I'd like to order some "safety," please.

Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:32 PM
  #14  
Hraesvelg's Avatar
Hraesvelg
Got Uranium?
Premier Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 35,723
Likes: 6
From: The Recliner of Rage
Default

Originally Posted by stizzi
lol ???
Dealership link here, car sales section = my 350z listed.
No lol.

You stated your age first thing.
You stated you have your own shop (I'm thinking it's your dad's).
List of expensive cars.

Just seems like a lot of fronting in one post. No offense, just calling it like I see it.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:38 PM
  #15  
Hraesvelg's Avatar
Hraesvelg
Got Uranium?
Premier Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 35,723
Likes: 6
From: The Recliner of Rage
Default

We use new laserized wheel alignment equipment to make sure your vehicle meets exact specs for wheel alignments.
Mechanics with frickin laser beams attached to their heads?
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:43 PM
  #16  
erichsherrill's Avatar
erichsherrill
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 723
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey / NOVA
Default

2.5 years ago u bought a damaged 07 Z for im guessing around 20k it was 2.5 years ago and nooow apparently you hit the f'n lotto because your up grading too...

Your options:
1. Nissan 370Z- 30 to 40k (with the rest of ur list im assuming high end)
2. Porsche Cayman S (07-08)- 45k
3. Porsche 911 Carrera (05-06)- 60k
4. BMW 645i/650i (05-6)- 45k
5. new BMW 335i hard top convert. (07-09)- 40k
6. Mercedes SL500 hard top convert. (03-06)- 50k
7. Mercedes CLS500 (06)- 40k


not to mention your already driving around a 40k 08 MDX


so before you get upset about wut ppl are writing...look what the hell you have jus told us
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:43 PM
  #17  
SatchScream's Avatar
SatchScream
Registered User
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,178
Likes: 0
From: Euless, Tx
Default

The Cayman would be my choice, but that's just me.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:48 PM
  #18  
Flick Montana's Avatar
Flick Montana
New Member
 
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 9,743
Likes: 3
From: Indiana
Default

I hate dealerships so you're already -1 point. Who is 21 and owns their own dealership anyways? -1 point for something smelling fishy. Not selling the MDX + Z and buying one really nice car is -1 more point.
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:57 PM
  #19  
erichsherrill's Avatar
erichsherrill
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 723
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey / NOVA
Default

i bought a totaled 1973 volvo 9 years ago and im thinkin about upgrading i also have a 2009 Maybach

my options-

1. Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 (09)
2. Aston Martin Vanquish (08-09)
3. Rolls Royce Phantom (07-08)
4. Bugatti Veyron (08)

ive also had 95 lumina and a 93 camry but nothing handles like the volvo

any recommendations
Old Jul 19, 2009 | 04:58 PM
  #20  
stizzi's Avatar
stizzi
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 75
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Default

yea yea my dad handles all service/repairs, I deal with u.s/canada import/export

uhh and yeah All those cars listed there, minus the 6 series, is running me under 35k lol.. don't believe me? look it up on copart.com

my 350z cost me 12,000.

Here is an invoice for those who can't comprehend how cheap salvage vehicles are....bmw 3 series hard top... 22,000 with no damage.... Here's the bill of sale below:


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -8. The time now is 04:48 AM.