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Here's my situation: I'm a current Chevy Tahoe owner. I bought the Tahoe back in '02. At that time I really wanted a Z (when they just came out), but my dad for some reason talked me out of it. That was when I was 22, single, and living with my parents. Now I still have the Tahoe (which has been paid off for more than a year now), almost 30, getting married in September, have a house of my own, and still itching for the Z.
I'm looking at used 350z's... 2006 or newer with low mileage (20k or under). What I really want to know is if the 350z owners out there are really happy with their car? How about those guys who just got married or have a family and a Z? Will I hate it in a year or 2? Any advice is appreciated!
I'm looking at used 350z's... 2006 or newer with low mileage (20k or under). What I really want to know is if the 350z owners out there are really happy with their car? How about those guys who just got married or have a family and a Z? Will I hate it in a year or 2? Any advice is appreciated!
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Go for it....
Sounds like your kicking yourself for not buying the first time around. It's time to jump in the game. I purchased a 03, shortly after the 350z came out. Then I sold that and got a G35, then sold that and I now have a 2006 Touring.
You should jump all over a 2007 or 2008, the HR engine is boss. The prices are dropping like my 401k. But I think now is the time to buy. Also, being a family guy, this car can coexist with your family ride. Plus it's cool to take the wife out in the Z from time to time.
You should jump all over a 2007 or 2008, the HR engine is boss. The prices are dropping like my 401k. But I think now is the time to buy. Also, being a family guy, this car can coexist with your family ride. Plus it's cool to take the wife out in the Z from time to time.
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Buy a used Z with cash, take note of the insurance costs, and enjoy.
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I went to the dealership on Friday and test drove a brand new 08 Enthusiast. They quoted about 25.5k before TT&L. I walked out because I needed time to think. They tried to call me on Saturday, but I didn't answer.
They also have an 06 Touring with 22k miles for about $20.5k at their "internet price." I plan on trading in my Tahoe for part of the down payment. My girlfriend has a 4 door car for the family stuff. The only thing I'd miss about my Tahoe is hauling around the occasional load of stuff from Lowes or Home Depot.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
They also have an 06 Touring with 22k miles for about $20.5k at their "internet price." I plan on trading in my Tahoe for part of the down payment. My girlfriend has a 4 door car for the family stuff. The only thing I'd miss about my Tahoe is hauling around the occasional load of stuff from Lowes or Home Depot.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
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I went to the dealership on Friday and test drove a brand new 08 Enthusiast. They quoted about 25.5k before TT&L. I walked out because I needed time to think. They tried to call me on Saturday, but I didn't answer.
They also have an 06 Touring with 22k miles for about $20.5k at their "internet price." I plan on trading in my Tahoe for part of the down payment. My girlfriend has a 4 door car for the family stuff. The only thing I'd miss about my Tahoe is hauling around the occasional load of stuff from Lowes or Home Depot.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
They also have an 06 Touring with 22k miles for about $20.5k at their "internet price." I plan on trading in my Tahoe for part of the down payment. My girlfriend has a 4 door car for the family stuff. The only thing I'd miss about my Tahoe is hauling around the occasional load of stuff from Lowes or Home Depot.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
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They also have an 06 Touring with 22k miles for about $20.5k at their "internet price." I plan on trading in my Tahoe for part of the down payment. My girlfriend has a 4 door car for the family stuff. The only thing I'd miss about my Tahoe is hauling around the occasional load of stuff from Lowes or Home Depot.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
What do you guys think about a used 06 Touring with 22k miles? I've already bought a used Sentra years ago right out of high school with hardly any problems. I just don't want a used 350z to bite me in the ***.
I think that used is almost ALWAYS a better buy than new.
I think that an auto loan is almost always a bad idea.
I think $20.5 is way too high. I bought my '06 GT last September with 21k miles on it for $20k. It would be worth a lot less now but mine is still worth a lot more than a Touring with 1k more miles.
I think you'll do what you want despite any advice you get.
Good luck.
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Thanks for the advice (even though I didn't get a few comments until after the purchase). I went ahead and bought the 08 Enthusiast model. I ordered a carfax on the 06 Touring and found out that it had 2 previous owners which really turned me off.
I'm happy with the purchase so far. The Z just looks really odd in my garage. It's so ... small. But it's really comfortable inside. I hope I feel the same in a year!
Now I'll have to move onto the "New Owners" section.
I'm happy with the purchase so far. The Z just looks really odd in my garage. It's so ... small. But it's really comfortable inside. I hope I feel the same in a year!
Now I'll have to move onto the "New Owners" section.
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Thanks for the advice (even though I didn't get a few comments until after the purchase). I went ahead and bought the 08 Enthusiast model. I ordered a carfax on the 06 Touring and found out that it had 2 previous owners which really turned me off.
I'm happy with the purchase so far. The Z just looks really odd in my garage. It's so ... small. But it's really comfortable inside. I hope I feel the same in a year!
Now I'll have to move onto the "New Owners" section.
I'm happy with the purchase so far. The Z just looks really odd in my garage. It's so ... small. But it's really comfortable inside. I hope I feel the same in a year!
Now I'll have to move onto the "New Owners" section.
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