Wow, seems like 2003 has the most issues since its the first production year... i have a 06 with 51k and didnt do one single repair yet

 

just read the whole thread and got the opposite impression, seems like the '03 are the ones with the least major problems, just routine maintainance for most of these

I just bought mine with 86k miles, radiador is being replaced by the dealer now then it's going straight to Nissan for a 90k mile inspection

 

Have 102,xxx miles on my 2003 . So far I did routine maintenance , changed valve covers, greased my axles due to the clicking noise (so worth it ) .
The only problem I have is the fact I'm throwing the p302 cylinder missfire code even though I changed the injector , plug and coil and still have it every few months but doesn't effect driving .
Lastly the noisy as ***** throw out bearing lol which I've just learned to deal with until I do a clutch .

 

03' Nissan 350z with 94k - This one has seen better days currently thinking about trading it in or replacing the following.

-Wiper blade motor is bad (blades still work but don't go fully back to resting position)
-AC system (Getting estimates from other shops and see if the whole thing needs replacement)
- Both control arms (I was told they were bad, sometimes here a creeking noise when rotating steering wheel)

I haven't seen anyone that had to replace there system so I'm curious as to what you guys think?

 

Do both radiator fans turn on when you activate the A/C ?

(One of mine burned out, it affected the A/C)

 

Not sure how do I check that. I'm sure they do though.

 

160k

changed throttle body
crank and camshaft sensors
front ball joints
oil gauge sensor
window motors
faulty brake caliper and brake line

 

what's wrong with the AC? my 03 has 86.5k miles and the AC is making a bit of noise, going to get it looked at tomorrow at my dealership since the problem started after they replaced my radiator and two of the belts

AC blows cold and had no other problems thought

 

And of course its cold this morning, mechanic couldn't hear anything and they wanted $90 just to pull off the belt and check the pulleys

 

It seems to be working fine, no noise just no cold air

 

I'm beginning to dispose my 350z.
2003 Brickyard.
Replaced the CPS 2013
Replaced door handle
Replaced window motor2014
Replaced oil sending unit 2014
Now will be replacing upper oil pan
Need to replace hatch shocks
Replace window tint

 

Diff bushings
Knock sensor and harness with lower intake gaskets
RR brake hose
Nav screen only works in warmer weather

 

The previous owner burnt out the pusi magnet behind the glove box what's that about greasing the axels?

 

mine cools perfectly fine but is making a loud metalic noise, Mopar mechanic at my dealer said the compressor and pulley need to be replaced and quoted me at $1300

 

I'm sure it needs something.

I've done the axle grease, and I also lubed the clutch fork pivot ball with copper anti-seize.....my best cheap fixes to date!

Mine still needs the window grease streak issue fixed, I want to replace the sound system, and still haven't gotten to the belts. Every fluid has been done and so have the plugs.
I'm also missing one plastic cap over the left rear taillight bolts.
Oh, and I replaced my license plate screws with stainless ones

Car's been awesome overall....you know, considering it's an '03.

 

New engine at 66k miles.

 

Have less than 59k miles on my 03 Z.

Window motors replaced
Installed CD009 trans last summer with Z1 clutch plate and FW

That's about it. Everything else has been a mod or upgrade or whatever.

 

Car is in the shop for:

driver side window motor (second motor this year)
coil pack

Ill update main post once its back from the shop.

 

holy **** 5 transmissions? Where the hell did you learn to drive manual? Dont mean to disrespect but thats 99% drivers fault.

 

I've replaced the alternator, belts battery and an oil cooler line so far on my 06 twin turbo. Needs a clutch and thanks to oil cooler line I'm gonna replace the motor to be safe and cause I want more boost. Also need to replace driver door lock actuator, rear strut cover and the cover panel behind the driver seat.