Mom researching daughters 1st car??
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Mom researching daughters 1st car??
Yes, this is another "looking to buy" thread but slightly different, so bear with me. I am looking into buying a 350z for my soon to be driving daughter.
2003-2005, under $12k, and most likely automatic. Yes, I know how to use the "search" button, but I am mainly looking for opinions if this would be suitable for a kid just starting off. I myself have never driven a Z
so I don't know what to expect! Also some links to any buying info (what to look for, problem areas, etc.) would be great! We are a car crazy family into the sports cars and don't really wanna settle for the way too common Mustang (sorry Mustang ppl)
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2003-2005, under $12k, and most likely automatic. Yes, I know how to use the "search" button, but I am mainly looking for opinions if this would be suitable for a kid just starting off. I myself have never driven a Z
so I don't know what to expect! Also some links to any buying info (what to look for, problem areas, etc.) would be great! We are a car crazy family into the sports cars and don't really wanna settle for the way too common Mustang (sorry Mustang ppl)TIA
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for a high school girl.
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NO!!!! do not buy a teen girl a 350. Not because it is a super fast car, expensive. I wouldn't buy this car for her just because it is a car that has significant power with rear-wheel drive, this is important for rain or anger purposes. If its raining the car has enough power to lose control while turning, and if she is mad (which teenagers tend to be) peeling out and speeding off is a recipe for disaster.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
NO!!!! do not buy a teen girl a 350. Not because it is a super fast car, expensive. I wouldn't buy this car for her just because it is a car that has significant power with rear-wheel drive, this is important for rain or anger purposes. If its raining the car has enough power to lose control while turning, and if she is mad (which teenagers tend to be) peeling out and speeding off is a recipe for disaster.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
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OP terrible car for a teenage girl.
unless you want this to happen
https://my350z.com/forum/the-lounge-...nksgiving.html
unless you want this to happen
https://my350z.com/forum/the-lounge-...nksgiving.html
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NO!!!! do not buy a teen girl a 350. Not because it is a super fast car, expensive. I wouldn't buy this car for her just because it is a car that has significant power with rear-wheel drive, this is important for rain or anger purposes. If its raining the car has enough power to lose control while turning, and if she is mad (which teenagers tend to be) peeling out and speeding off is a recipe for disaster.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
there are problems with these cares that are very hard to determine unless driving for a few weeks as in oil consumption, transmissions, and window motors.
Listen to this OP or your daughter can end up like this dude as well \/
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Guess I need to drive a few just to see what all the fuss is about
and i agree 100% that a higher hp car isn't the best choice for young and inexperienced drivers,(she won't be driving my Vette by herself until she's 30 LOL) I also know that teens will push the limits of ANY vehicle and try to show off (girls less likely than boys) but then again, don't we all do that when we get a new toy? But I am going to test drive one myself just to see how they handle.
Oh, here's a little background on WHY I would even consider such a car: a few years ago, I told her if she kept her grades up, I would get her the car of her choosing (within budget) she is a straight A student, involved in alot of school activities and generally a good kid. So I feel I need to keep my end of the deal. Wished my parents made me a deal like that!
and i agree 100% that a higher hp car isn't the best choice for young and inexperienced drivers,(she won't be driving my Vette by herself until she's 30 LOL) I also know that teens will push the limits of ANY vehicle and try to show off (girls less likely than boys) but then again, don't we all do that when we get a new toy? But I am going to test drive one myself just to see how they handle.
Oh, here's a little background on WHY I would even consider such a car: a few years ago, I told her if she kept her grades up, I would get her the car of her choosing (within budget) she is a straight A student, involved in alot of school activities and generally a good kid. So I feel I need to keep my end of the deal. Wished my parents made me a deal like that!
