370Z GT Roadster

[cerb4.5lee]

The 370Z doesn't get much love on here(but I thought I'd do one after Jacko on here suggested it).

I was on the look out for another weekend/occasional car and a TVR Chim was high on my radar but I had slight concerns regards age/reliability. I test drove a 350Z Roadster back in 2006(also loved my 200SX) and I liked it and the 350Z/370Z have always been on my bucket list.

The 370Z is a pretty rare car in Roadster form but I noticed this one within my budget(2011/Black Rose), and the fact that it had a Stillen Gen 3 intake and Tarmac Sportz full custom exhaust system with sports cats on it made the difference for me. I've always criticised the quietness of most performance cars after my TVR...but this certainly delivers on the noise front.

Driving wise I really like the old school feel of it(heavy clutch/heavy gearbox). I'm also pretty vocal at how poor some manual gearboxes are but I really rate this one. Another must have for me was a Limited Slip Diff because I've appreciated those on other RWD cars that I've had.

Early impressions of the car are very good although because of its weight(around 1600kg) and power delivery(max power at 7000rpm) it doesn't feel that quick...it sounds fast though! I think I will be very happy with it for sure.

Few pics(Dealer and one of it in my garage)(I will add more when I take them). Thanks for reading.

[GregK2]

Great choice, I like that a lot. Love the colour and those alloys. Have been finding myself browsing 370's lately.

[cerb4.5lee]

Thanks.

They've always been a lot of car for the money I think, even new they were good value versus their rivals. You still don't see many around though, I guess the 20 mpg and £575 tax puts most off to be fair.

Also they don't really push that much power out for the engine capacity and on paper they're not that quick...especially compared to the Turbo stuff we are accustomed to nowadays.

[Jimmy Recard]

Very nice, I absolutely love these. They're on my list too

[LaurasOtherHalf]

One of those cars that is so much VFM, your neighbours will all think you've won the lottery.

Loved my 350Z and these look just even better.

[cerb4.5lee]

Jimmy Recard said:

Very nice, I absolutely love these. They're on my list too

Cheers

I've always fancied one since the 350Z launched and I remember requesting a sales brochure for one. It has still taken me 13 years to get one after a test drive in 2006 though!

[cerb4.5lee]

LaurasOtherHalf said:

One of those cars that is so much VFM, your neighbours will all think you've won the lottery.

Loved my 350Z and these look just even better.

I remember being blown away by the 350Z when it first came out and I had my 200SX then...so the 350Z really grabbed my attention. I could do with a lottery win to keep on top of the fuel bills I reckon!

[ZX10R NIN]

Nice OP is it that rare Aubergine colour?

[cerb4.5lee]

ZX10R NIN said:

Nice OP is it that rare Aubergine colour?

Thanks, I think it is officially called Black Rose but it does look an Aubergine colour in certain light. I always think of you regards the 350Z/370Z because you always recommend them.

[ZX10R NIN]

cerb4.5lee said:

Thanks, I think it is officially called Black Rose but it does look an Aubergine colour in certain light. I always think of you regards the 350Z/370Z because you always recommend them.

I thought it was, just you wait until it's a bright summers day that colour absolutely pops, I recommend them because they're a really good drivers car but they're underrated car mainly imo because of the badge.

I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

[Turn7]

I do like a ZED, but not a fan of the roadster Im afraid.

[cerb4.5lee]

Turn7 said:

I do like a ZED, but not a fan of the roadster Im afraid.

A few of my mates have ribbed me for going for the Roadster! They did too when I had my Z4M Roadster. One of my priorities/favourite thing with a car is the noise/sound so a Roadster really appeals to me in that regard.

Both the 370Z and Z4M in Coupe form do look immense for sure though I agree.

[SiT]

That’s lovely, I have been posting about these recently and joined the 350z UK forum which is really active.

I think they are great value for money and you get all creature comforts including ventilated seats!!!!! Saw that one myself, it’s a lovely colour and mods are a bonus.

Just sold my own car and in a difficult place - be sensible and get a 370Z or not and get a C63!


Decisions!

Si

[cerb4.5lee]

SiT said:

That’s lovely, I have been posting about these recently and joined the 350z UK forum which is really active.

I think they are great value for money and you get all creature comforts including ventilated seats!!!!! Saw that one myself, it’s a lovely colour and mods are a bonus.

Just sold my own car and in a difficult place - be sensible and get a 370Z or not and get a C63!


Decisions!

Si

Thanks very much and I've recently joined the 350Z UK forum too.

The C63 is a tremendous motor and the engine in that is out of this world for sure. All the best whichever way you go.

[milu]

Looks great
I reckon it has wheel spacers on too. Bonus!

[cerb4.5lee]

milu said:

Looks great
I reckon it has wheel spacers on too. Bonus!

Thanks and that's a good spot. I didn't even realise that it had spacers on it until I got it home!

[ZX10R NIN]

SiT said:

That’s lovely, I have been posting about these recently and joined the 350z UK forum which is really active.

I think they are great value for money and you get all creature comforts including ventilated seats!!!!! Saw that one myself, it’s a lovely colour and mods are a bonus.

Just sold my own car and in a difficult place - be sensible and get a 370Z or not and get a C63!


Decisions!

Si

The C63 is a beast of a car & one I'll recommend to anyone they're fantastic my OH still misses hers & I'm not selling my CLK63 but if you're looking for a 370Z if you can go for a Nismo they're amazing & really get under your skin.

[CousinDupree]

A lovely 370Z OP, congrats!

I've tried a 350z, but not a 370z so far. Any idea how they compare?

C63s are awesome with the 6.2. Not suitable for hair dressers though

[cerb4.5lee]

CousinDupree said:

A lovely 370Z OP, congrats!

I've tried a 350z, but not a 370z so far. Any idea how they compare?

C63s are awesome with the 6.2. Not suitable for hair dressers though

Cheers!

I've only test drove the 350Z so I've not had enough experience with them but I did like it when I did. I don't think there is that much between the two in fairness. Both have a lovely old school recipe about them.

[liner33]

Some nice subtle mods , rare car and great colour

Worth checking if the timing cover gaskets have been replaced , they were revised in 2012 and the earlier ones are prone to failure and can cause low oil pressure to the camshafts (Happens on the 350z HR as well but they have a pressure gauge to show the low pressure unlike the 370)

More info here https://www.350z-uk.com/topic/108292-oil-gallery-g...