MikeNT256

So I guess you 350z's run ROTA wheels too? I'm considering a set, haven't heard the best things about them. Particularly, they're cheaply made and they're knock-offs.

young Jee(Z)

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mike, rotas are GREAT budget wheels, the offsets offered are kind of on the weak side. as far as the "look" they typically look very good, just dont plan on hitting a pothole and driving away, they are cast and bend easily.

My wheels are in the same boat, just a more aggressive offset minded company. i dont plan on doing any track racing anytime soon, so they fit the bill for my setup.

MikeNT256

See, I don't want to change my wheels. I like them a lot. But they're a tad on the small size (215/45/18 tires on 18x7 wheels). The contact patch is far too small to handle the power up front, but keeps the car nimble in the handling department. Some guys run 225/40/18 on the stock 18x7 wheels giving you wider patch, but less sidewall.

TireRack has a Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD07's on sale for $99 ea. in 225/45/18 which effectively makes my tire larger overall and chunkier on a small 18x7 wheel.

I may try to find a set of stock 18x7.5 Mazda RX8 5 spoke wheels. They fit like a charm and look beautiful on MS3's. If you guys know anyone, lemme know!

And, incase anyone is wondering WHY the heck I post on here (for the new guys), i've met and hung out with Aj and Jonny Boy a few times, back when I was trying to get a Z. It never fit in my personal equation, and I still lust after one. But the MS3 is fitting my needs quite well. Still, I don't burn any bridges just because i'm driving a different car lol. Hope to hang with you guys one day! (Just didn't want anyone scratching their head what i'm even doing here - you can see my "member since" date. I've been wanting a Z since 2003 haha)

Nismo Titan

Can you do me a favor? I need to know what size that burger opening is... I've got a brand new one but I'm not sure if it will fit your opening on the front. If it does, I'll give it to you. All that I ask in return is a beer or two.

It's 3 and 3/4" wide, by 3 and 1/4 tall.

HRteckie

Sounds good to me, I'm already in Novi

Nismo Titan

I saw this on autotrader last night and I am planning on checking it out on Saturday. It's located in Oxford. What do you think? Is it properly priced?

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=275642580

HRteckie

its my twin lol. For reference, I bought my 08 silverstone base 6spd in July for $23,000 with similar miles. So sounds good to me.

Nismo Titan

I also saw this car today... http://web.dealer123.com/wa/br/?ID=537062

Nismo Titan

Where in Novi do you live? I'm at 9 Mile and Meadowbrook.

Phreakdout

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Nice. HR w/ low miles, cloth interior, no Brembos yet it has stereo controls on the steering wheel. Good choice.

The M45 never thrilled me. It's a car that seems to have gotten lost. Targeted at those who buy BMW 5 series, Mercedes E class or the Lexus GS. It has all the power and comfort features but none of the high class respect. I wonder how expensive parts would be since it does not share a platform with a high volume model. Fuel economy is 18mpg and that is always in the most optimal condition. The dealership's price is higher than Edmond's average by $1-2K. Later models had an AWD version which may be worth saving for. Ignore the HP ratings between the 06 vs 08 as the measurement method changed causing a downgrade in advertised power. No change was made. The Z and the M45 are worlds apart. Not sure what you want so I couldn't tell you if this fits your needs. For me, if the car will be used 99% of the time just hauling one person, then I would take the cheaper Z. The almost spiritual feeling I get from my Z where driver, car and road all become one fluid motion just can't be found most other cars. I suspect the M45 won't deliver this feeling despite all the creature comforts. If I drove this, I'm sure I would be dreaming of the Z.

HRteckie

I'm at 14 and Novi.

And yea Id go with the Z too.

Phreakdout

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SATURDAY, MARCH 6TH AT NOON
BUFFALO WILD WINGS IN NOVI (Behind the big Dick's on 12 mile)
If it's freezing cold: Park together in the rear of the lot and come on in.
If it's nice, I'll prolly hang out before coming in.

jeff91ta

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That Nismo bumper looks good on the car and I love the blacked out headlights... I was going to send out my headlights to get painted maybe two years ago but never followed through.

AznSky

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Mike - Even though I haven't met you, it already seems like I have lol. So no worries, hope to meet you for real one day haha

Nismo_Titan - I would look for an 07. 23K seems a bit high for a 350Z now. Although the mileage is low, there's no difference between 8k and 30k. Trust me, I bought my 05 with 8K for 22k, and now that it has 20k, it's probably only worth 17k (5k loss) and in the same good conditino as when I bought it. You can do A LOT with 5k

Any way you guys can postpone till next Sat? I'll come for sure? If not it's cool, take pics!

Edmond - The bumper looks baller. The lemans / black combo flows well with your headlights and wheels. Lookin nice bro!

MikeNT256

LOL for sure man!

Bdubs at Noon, damnit, gotta work. Oh well, next time!

sig11

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If you can squeeze out a little more you can probably get an 09 370Z with the sport package: http://www.*******.com/370z-sale/131...mmaculate.html
That's the 370z .com if you're curious.

Woop! I'll be there. also: You said big dick. heh heh heh

Nismo Titan

I hear you, the depreciation on the 350z is NOT good. As you mentioned, that $5k could buy a great deal of mods... exhaust, intake, brakes etc.

I think I'll keep looking.

Thanks for the input guys, that's the kind of 2nd opinion I was looking for.

young Jee(Z)

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I can't make it this Saturday either. Work > me.

Titan, I'm running out n checking burger size! Haha...

Nismo Titan

Let me know if the size of the opening fits the burger that I have.

Phreakdout

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I have one from the trunk of the roadster. (No pins) It appears to be the same size as what should have been on the front. (I hate badges so I have nothing to compare against. )