Hi,

I am on the serious hunt for a 2007-2008 350z. I've been looking at all trim levels except base models out of fear of not having traction control. My previous car was a 2008 G35 Sedan, when ever I was hammering it off the line or pushing it a little too hard in a turn, the TCS light would come on letting me know the limit.

Anyone that doesn't have TCS, wish they did?

Also, does TCS need to be disabled if I plan on modding the car in the future? Big brake kits? Wheels? Etc.?

Thanks.

 

I have an 08 base model (no tcs) and i have driven it through multiple very heavy rain showers with no problems. just have to be cautious.

 

06 base same as above.

 

I always disable VDC as soon as I start my car.

 

confused on what wtf u talking bout OP...

get a subaru

 

The way you drive...just get an AWD.

 

lol, don't get a subaru or AWD.. these sort of drivers feel invincible in them and end up wrecking still : P

TCS isn't a safe guard built in just to let you know you're at the limit. it will only save you so many times, you'll over do it eventually. get to a track and get some professional lessons!

 

Z's in trees!

i love TCS because the "way i drive"

 

I bought my base '08 specifically because it doesn't have VDC/TCS, or the 5AT for that matter. Learn to drive.

 

 

Having fantastic tyres go a long way! Welcome.

 

+1 on getting a nice set of rubber. Just be light on the throttle. It isn't that bad at all. Also get a nice LSD and call it a day. I'm glad my car automatically disabled its own VDC/TCS permanently lol

 

 

05 base model here and never needed it.

 

I have an '03 Base and love it. I've never missed traction control and have never felt I needed it. I just wish I could have bought the car without anti-lock brakes too.

We all have traction control built into our right foot. Just learn to drive and you will be ok.

 

I have an 06 enthusiast and i made a button to turn off the VDC, dont have TCS and dont want it, you need to stop trying to street race and go to a track like the above comments are stating and learn to drive

 

+1 Same here!

 

People didn't have traction control back in the day and didn't die. I think you'll be fine.

It's just something nice to have, but isn't a guaranteed lifesaver like in the rain or ice.

 

The first thing I do when I get in the car is turn the TCS off. I can't stand how it interferes with driving. Where I didn't turn it off, I've had minor instances of slip in instances of low speed acceleration and the TCS was extremely intrusive; just comes in and abruptly cut the power. It's really frustrating.