Let me first say, I have not done my research, but I have fallen in love. I have a plat silver '04 touring roadster in my driveway on bailment from the dealer. They gave me a copy of kbb saying its worth $35K (i just realized this is a retail figure) and they want $32 bones for it. Appears to be in great condition with 16,800 miles on it, 6 speed. One previous owner. I have it for the weekend and have a ton of homework ahead of me. I'm a patient woman and can wait for the right buy. I do not have a problem with handing the keys back over on Monday, but just wondered what the overall thoughts are on these figures and the 04's. I could always wait and go for something new or an 05, too.

 

Now is a good time to look into closeouts on 2005s...might want to check into that first before going used, depending on your $$$ situation.

 

Again, a few grands isn't worth saving. Get the 05' or 06'(Best equipped so far) ZR If I were you. I would never buy used car over $15k.

 

I can’t think of anything rational about owning a performance sports car. The decision isn't quite the same as a Toyota Carmy vs Honda Accord. If you turn the key, and the sound puts a big smile on your face, go for it.

 

If you can afford it, for the price difference, I would get a new 05 or 06. Two reasons:
1. Full warranty
2. The earlier 04 models may have more problems then the later ones. Check if you have two ***** for the driver's seat or one. One **** is the earlier version. See attached picture.

And yes, we know why you have fallen in love. So have we. And it's a very good thing.

 

I have two *****! Thanks for the picture. The thing is - this is going to be a second vehicle and I'm having difficulty with spending more $$. Seems like another 8K for a new one..

 

Love that. yeah, there's not too much that is rational about this!! Yet, it seems to make sense.

 

Two ***** is good news. Nissan fixed most of the early problems by then. Good luck with you new love. Let us know what you ended up with and post a picture.

 

I bought my '04 touring roadster (6 speed) a year ago from a local dealer for $32,000. It had 3,000 miles on it, no nav system and was in pristine condition. Originally they wanted closer to 35, but came down when they thought I wasn't interested enough. I think that since they were heading into winter they were eager to sell it before the cold weather set in. It was more money than I wanted to spend at the time but I've not regretted the purchase for a moment.

 

Thanks, Delaine! That's good info. Today is the day and I'm planning to hand her back over and wait for a better deal - for them to come off the price more or for the next one!

 

i just picked up brand new 04 zr grantouring in canada for 48 grand you should check and see for any o4's good luck there awsome

 

And remember that 04's started coming out in 03. So that car is already (potentially) 2 years old.

There are tons of ZR's out there so just keep looking unless they can drop the price to $30k.

 

Same here. My ZR is a 04 Touring and it was used. ZERO problems.

Be prepared to say "thanks" alot for all the people who say.."Nice Car"



BTW....ZR's hold their value VERY well!!!