G3V

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Can someone please link me to a thread detailing the differences in each year? Looking for another 350z and I want to make sure I pick up the right model year with the least amount of issues. Or maybe the newer models are worse then older, etc. Reliability is the biggest concern... I don't want to pick up a used 350z and then spend $1,000 every month on maintenance issues big and small. I owned a G35 before and the lock actuator, window motor, oil consumption, etc were a nightmare and a joke. I know the 350z has all the same issues obviously but hoping Nissan has fixed some of them in the newer models.

-Trav-

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Check here?

https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...questions.html

sportbiketed

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Have you considered using the search function?

RMichael

no one does. but frankly the "tech" site has a really good model description.

-Trav-

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Using ones eyes wouldve worked even better actually

Deteria

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2007-2008 imo, but is it within budget

G3V

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Thanks Trav, checked there but it didn't give me exactly what I'm looking for. I really need to to find out if the 06 (The year I'm looking at) is more reliable then the 03. Budget wise they're all about the same (Depreciation is a ***** ain't it) but why pay more for an 06 when I can buy an 03 with same mileage and more money in my pocket for mods? I need to know what problems occurred in the 03 that the 06, 07+ have fixed or vise verse.

Tried searching for my specific questions but no luck.

Bmurray350z

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google is your friend

sportbiketed

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06 has oil consumption

03-early 04 has tire feathering and transmission issues

So it's a pretty simple choice. If you are on a budget go with a 04.5-05, otherwise if you can afford it go for a 07-08.

Now /thread

terrasmak

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Fixed for you.

Just to add
A lot of 03 and 04 cars had the trans swapped under warrenty to the newest version. All years are subject to feathering, all years are subject to window motors.

Reality is, some months will nickel and dime you, other times it will be as realible at a average commuter car.

RMichael

The 06 has the rev up. It had ring issues (oil consumption) but if that horse ish was dealt with at least you have LED tails....

davidv

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G3V

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That chart is exactly what I was looking for, what website is that?
So... it looks like the 06 has better power/audio setup. Paint seems to have gotten worse.
Not sure if I'm reading the symbols right though.

davidv

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Consumer Reports.

Deteria

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Get an 07-08 if it's within your budget. Your only main issue is clutch master cylinder possibly going out. Maybe the trunk hatch not popping open or w/e, but it's not major and there are easy fixes or TSB available @ dealer.

Minor issue = cheap painted plastic parts on interior can get scratched.

cgkp0925

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People now-a-days want the work done for them.

bmccann101

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you have alot more learning to do than this my friend OP.

everyone on here reads your statement about why buy an 06 when you can buy an 03 and is laughing on the inside.. please take your time to read and search.

You sound like youre ready to run out the door right now to buy the car.. good luck w that.

bmccann101

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links have been posted to assist, someone please close this thing up before it gets nasty. ????

/thread?

G3V

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Only thing worse then members not being able to find what they're looking for in search and THEN making a thread is trolls who are bored at work adding to their post count with nothing productive to contribute.

If i were to look at a used 06 350z how would I be able to tell if the motor has been replaced through dealership recall or if the present motor still has oil consumption issues? This is really my biggest concern with the 06' model.

cgkp0925

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I'm sure the dealership would have a record handy for the VIN #. Buy it and find out. You have a 50/50 chance, or keep looking. There are plenty of Zs out there. I wouldn't be in a rush if you are having doubts OP. That's a clear sign of moving on to something else.

And no, we're not bored. There are plenty of posts just like this and we get sick of seeing them over and over and over...etc. This explains why you too are having trouble because there are other threads just like this with no information. If something doesn't come up in search, then search under another term. Then another and another.....etc. Try using Google like Bmurray350z said. That helps too. A lot of times these forum websites are the first to pop up on your search.

It's very simple.