Sell NSX for a 350Z?
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Sell NSX for a 350Z?
Howdy folks...first post here. Great site and great car. I currently drive a '91 nsx as my daily driver. Its got a 160K on it and still looks, drives and feels like a champ. But I've been longing for a newer car and the Z looks like something in my price range. Anyone here have an NSX before? Would I be dissapointed?
What I like about the Z: Looks (very modern), and all the nice little goodies that come with it. IMO it seems like the bang for buck is unbeatable (other than Rx-8). Granted I haven't test driven one, so I can't really comment. I went from an Rx-7 to a new S2000 and then an NSX. I sold the S2k becasue it was too "hardcore" as my daily driver...in other words, the lack of torque and the noise. The NSX was a nice replacement, but alas its getting a little long in the tooth.
Question I have is, how's the noise inside? I guess I must be getting old, because I'm looking for a quiter ride than the S2000...is it as loud as an NSX? (road noise, wind noise etc.) I know the G35 seems like the best bet, but I dunno...something about the Z I like more....
The other advantage I see are all the extras you get with it. I read everyone here complaining about the Z being a minamilist car...wow...you guys must be spoiled I love the fact that it has heated seats, navi, little gauges, 0-60 timer, shift light, (useless coat hanger ). TCS/VSC (sp?) and warranty!! The only thing I had in the NSX is the automatic climate control and TCS...What are your thoughts?
Next thread I'm going to start are OTD prices you guys got... Thanks for the comments!
What I like about the Z: Looks (very modern), and all the nice little goodies that come with it. IMO it seems like the bang for buck is unbeatable (other than Rx-8). Granted I haven't test driven one, so I can't really comment. I went from an Rx-7 to a new S2000 and then an NSX. I sold the S2k becasue it was too "hardcore" as my daily driver...in other words, the lack of torque and the noise. The NSX was a nice replacement, but alas its getting a little long in the tooth.
Question I have is, how's the noise inside? I guess I must be getting old, because I'm looking for a quiter ride than the S2000...is it as loud as an NSX? (road noise, wind noise etc.) I know the G35 seems like the best bet, but I dunno...something about the Z I like more....
The other advantage I see are all the extras you get with it. I read everyone here complaining about the Z being a minamilist car...wow...you guys must be spoiled I love the fact that it has heated seats, navi, little gauges, 0-60 timer, shift light, (useless coat hanger ). TCS/VSC (sp?) and warranty!! The only thing I had in the NSX is the automatic climate control and TCS...What are your thoughts?
Next thread I'm going to start are OTD prices you guys got... Thanks for the comments!
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The Z is a bit noisey...definitely a lower grumble than an S2000 so you may not mind it at all. You should test drive a Z. NSX is a driver's car. I don't think the Z compares to an NSX in bone stock form unless you only care about going in a straight line. At the same time, I love my Z and if it's in your price range I don't think there is no better car for the money, looks, and performance. Good luck.
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Nope. The problem your thinking of is the "snap-ring" problem. Technically, mine is in snap ring range, but the fact that it has 160k on it without snapping, I doubt it will ever go. Most of the snap rings occur at 50K
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Originally Posted by Saint_Spinner
Nope. The problem your thinking of is the "snap-ring" problem. Technically, mine is in snap ring range, but the fact that it has 160k on it without snapping, I doubt it will ever go. Most of the snap rings occur at 50K
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I dunno, if you have driven an NSX for a long time, it's hard to go down to a Z. I have a friend who had a 91 NSX, then bought a Z, hated the Z. Then he sold it pretty quick and went back to another NSX. I have driven a couple NSXes and I would agree with his decision.
I would go with another NSX or Porsche.
I would go with another NSX or Porsche.
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Originally Posted by southern_info
I say stay with NSX's and get a newer one. NSX's looks exotic looking espically with exterior accessories. How was your car insurance on your NSX?
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you REALLY need to drive the Z first, its a great car and i love it to death, but its very different from an NSX so you need to see if it works for you.
also do you plan on modifying it? or keeping it stock
also do you plan on modifying it? or keeping it stock
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I have driven a '91 NSX and '95 NSX.
Primarily because of the antiquated suspension on the '91 NSX the Z is much more enjoyable. The '91 NSX had the 6-SP Comptech Tranny and some other goodies and was not as fast as the Z.
The '95 NSX maybe drive the Z and you could swing either way. Gotta love new car warranty and build.
'04-'05 350Z = '95 NSX > '91 NSX
Primarily because of the antiquated suspension on the '91 NSX the Z is much more enjoyable. The '91 NSX had the 6-SP Comptech Tranny and some other goodies and was not as fast as the Z.
The '95 NSX maybe drive the Z and you could swing either way. Gotta love new car warranty and build.
'04-'05 350Z = '95 NSX > '91 NSX
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Originally Posted by ihatethatbobbarker
you REALLY need to drive the Z first, its a great car and i love it to death, but its very different from an NSX so you need to see if it works for you.
also do you plan on modifying it? or keeping it stock
also do you plan on modifying it? or keeping it stock
I don't really plan on modding it....just lowered, whith wheels. I think I'll leave everything else in it stock.
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I have a friend that has a '97 NSX and I am love with that car. It has around 35k miles on it and it is fukin awesome. Granted, I dont know anything about a '91, but I would get a newer NSX if I was financially able to. BTW, how much u looking to get for the NSX??? I would love to have one if the price is decent! You should show pix as I havent seen one that old.
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Originally Posted by zachcrosen
I have a friend that has a '97 NSX and I am love with that car. It has around 35k miles on it and it is fukin awesome. Granted, I dont know anything about a '91, but I would get a newer NSX if I was financially able to. BTW, how much u looking to get for the NSX??? I would love to have one if the price is decent! You should show pix as I havent seen one that old.
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The NSX is VERY low and looks VERY exotic for the price. I will own a newer but used NSX in my life amazing car timeless looks but...
You will be happier with a 350Z.
You will be happier with a 350Z.
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Well guys, update: I test drove a 6-spd. and loved it. Granted it didn't feel anything like my NSX, maybe because its a newer car and I'm not used to it, but regardless, I like it alot. I want one, but the only thing stopping me now is the APR. I've never financed a car, so this will be the first time for me and financing. I don't know how my credit history is, but I just hope I don't get stuck with a 12% or anything...