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Old Dec 8, 2008 | 05:54 PM
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Hi everybody, just taking the time to say hello.

I am looking to buy a 350Z in the next month or two, and want to start reading up a little and learning what I can before I jump in.

I'm coming out of an 06 Cobalt SS, some Miami guys might know me, it was the yellow one that was always around at meets. After having repeat issues with the car, it was actually stolen and stripped.

Gotta move forward, I've always like the Z platform, my dad had a shop specializing in only Z's back when I was younger, I grew up driving everything from 240's to 300ZX TT's around the area

So far, i'm thinking an 07 6MT Coupe, I like what i've seen so far from the HR motor, looks like tons of potential.

Thats enough for now, i'm glad to be here, and I hope to have as much fun here as I have in the Cobalt world.
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Old Dec 9, 2008 | 10:23 AM
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Old Dec 9, 2008 | 11:17 AM
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Old Dec 9, 2008 | 03:44 PM
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Welcome!

Sounds like you aren't new to car forums, you will do well here!!
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Old Dec 10, 2008 | 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by MB33
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Thanks

Originally Posted by 350z_racer05


Originally Posted by halfass872
Welcome!

Sounds like you aren't new to car forums, you will do well here!!
Not at all. Over 3 years on Cobaltss.net, one of the guys pushing the envelope on the LSJ.

I do work in a machine shop, so I have a tendancy to make custom parts when there isn't anything out there. I'll be glad to help where I can and share with anyone willing to learn.
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 05:51 PM
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Welcome, sounds like with that history, a Z had to be in your future. Happy hunting.
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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Are you a guido?
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 10:39 PM
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Are you a guido?
I'm Italian by heratige, but otherwise, not really. I'm just an american dude. Unfortunately, I live in south FL, and everyone assumes i'm Cuban or Spanish or something.
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by BRONZEE
Welcome, sounds like with that history, a Z had to be in your future. Happy hunting.
Can't help it, grew up on Nissans
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Italianjoe1
I'm Italian by heratige, but otherwise, not really. I'm just an american dude. Unfortunately, I live in south FL, and everyone assumes i'm Cuban or Spanish or something.
With a screen name like Itialianjoe1, you kina left yourself open for this one!! lol
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 08:14 AM
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Welcome Joe! Looking forward to seeing what you end up with....and then, how you mod it.
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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Why not wait for the 370Z?
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by halfass872
With a screen name like Itialianjoe1, you kina left yourself open for this one!! lol
I know, I started using it many years ago, and just stuck with it. I'm not very creative

Originally Posted by Clipdin
Welcome Joe! Looking forward to seeing what you end up with....and then, how you mod it.
Thanks!! You guys will know for sure. I'm looking forward to pushing ahead on a new platform, I reached the point on the Cobalt where I just couldn't justify any more money. The Z is far superior platform from the get-go and a much nicer car, style wise. I'll be happy to share what I can. Gotta give back to the community

Originally Posted by xDIEGOx
Why not wait for the 370Z?
Money, mostly. I'm looking to say right at where I was payment wise with the Cobalt (car was 24K brand new). If I could get into a 370 for that money, I'd consider it, but I really don't see that happening anytime soon

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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 02:46 PM
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welcome aboard
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welcome welcome welcome
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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jray8
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Originally Posted by dave079
Welcome
Originally Posted by 350z Guy
welcome welcome welcome
Thankyou guys, glad to be here
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