Anyone driven a 350Z yet?

Anyone driven a 350Z yet?

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chris_n

Original Poster:

1,232 posts

265 months

Thursday 30th October 2003
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If so what's your verdict? Autocar review last week was very positive. I'm seriously tempted by one. I know the initial batches of UK cars have sold out. What are they currently quoting for delivery?

cacatous

3,166 posts

280 months

Thursday 30th October 2003
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I haven't driven one but people who have tell me it's a great car! Luggage space is a bit crap but that's it!

I'd have one for sure!

Twin Turbo

5,544 posts

273 months

Thursday 30th October 2003
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Saw a lovely metallic grey one today...gorgeous car

Not sure what the UK car waiting list is, but a number of Jap import specialists have them in stock already. I can't stop visiting the dealer I bought my 300zx from as they've had several to drool over.

One day.....

unlicensed

7,585 posts

257 months

Friday 31st October 2003
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my parents were/are contemplating getting the 350z roadster sometime next year and took them for a test drive some month or so back. all they could say was how much they loved it. from the performance in a straightline and cornering and braking, sounds like a tru mighty beast. specially with that luverly 6 speed....

girlracer

442 posts

262 months

Saturday 1st November 2003
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chris_n said:
If so what's your verdict?


I will let you know in 3 weeks, when mine arrives.

lotusnobles

731 posts

259 months

Saturday 1st November 2003
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Have you sold the Aston yet?

chris_n

Original Poster:

1,232 posts

265 months

Monday 3rd November 2003
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girlracer said:

I will let you know in 3 weeks, when mine arrives.


Girlracer, I'll be very keen to hear your impressions.

I dropped into my nearest dealer yesterday and they aren't even sure when they're getting their showroom display model. They did tell me if I ordered there and then I could still get delivery of one before Christmas, so long as I wanted the GT pack and Rays alloys, as all the cars coming to this country have been specced up with the whole lot.

I'm very tempted but new cars are normally against my religion. I prefer to let other people fund the initial depreciation!

bosshog

1,644 posts

283 months

Wednesday 5th November 2003
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I've had one for about 2 /3 weeks now. Its very nice car all round. Reminds me of a 993 turbo but obvious not the same level of power/acceleration. Its a GT car - pulls hard in 5th and great for covering long distances. In the corners its good too though - enough feedback, and very nice balance. The suspension is just perfect - no roll but enough to soak up the bumps. Acceleration wise its very quick though there's not thump in the back - very linear - so if you want a rush of acceleration (ala turbo) I'd look elsewhere.
Interier is fine and very nice driving position on the whole. I'm still learning what it can do and I've yet to floor it completly as I'm still running it in....

Hates_

778 posts

260 months

Tuesday 11th November 2003
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Mmmm 350Z. Shame they linked the brakes to the LSD, or whatever it was they did on the rear wheels.

chris_n

Original Poster:

1,232 posts

265 months

Tuesday 11th November 2003
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Not sure I know about this? Anyone know more?

Saw one parked on the street at the weekend. It had the Rays alloys, was a graphite metallic colour (forget the proper name), and had the orange leather interior (looks much better than it sounds).

Verrryyyy tempted.

apex

148 posts

263 months

Tuesday 11th November 2003
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... hello guys popped in from the TVR forum

A friend of mine has a 350Z arriving this month. However she advises that insurance is being a bit of a pain and that Nissan are the only ones she can find to quote. Apparently the quote is pretty high (c.£1200) which is sos becuase she's running a second car for the first time and they won't "match the NCD"

Any help or advise on who you've used to insure these would be most appreciated.

P.S The 350Z is a sexy bit of kit !!!!!

Twin Turbo

5,544 posts

273 months

Tuesday 11th November 2003
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If the other car's over 10 yrs old, she might be able to insure it as a classic and use the NCD on the Zed.

I had a similar problem a few years back. Needed all my NCD to insure my TVR 350i, so put the 2.8 Capri on a classic policy. Beware though, you won't earn any NCD on a classic policy.

apex

148 posts

263 months

Wednesday 12th November 2003
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... thanks Twin turbo but the other cars a GOLF TDi workhorse so think the classic avenue is not open to her.

bosshog

1,644 posts

283 months

Thursday 13th November 2003
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apex said:
... hello guys popped in from the TVR forum

A friend of mine has a 350Z arriving this month. However she advises that insurance is being a bit of a pain and that Nissan are the only ones she can find to quote. Apparently the quote is pretty high (c.£1200) which is sos becuase she's running a second car for the first time and they won't "match the NCD"

Any help or advise on who you've used to insure these would be most appreciated.

P.S The 350Z is a sexy bit of kit !!!!!



I'm paying about 800 quid and I know someone paying about 450 - check out www.350zuk.com/ - there's an insurance thread somewhere with more details......

apex

148 posts

263 months

Thursday 13th November 2003
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.... thanks bosshog, restored my faith that occassionally these forums are useful.

.. back to the squabbling TVR forum for me.

Cheers all



GI Jnr

1,903 posts

268 months

Tuesday 18th November 2003
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I saw a UK one in the flesh for the first time yesterday.



very nice!

I'd have one as a day to day hack!
Tuan

chris_n

Original Poster:

1,232 posts

265 months

Thursday 27th November 2003
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My local dealer has just left a message to say they've got their 350Z demonstrator and do I want to book a test drive.

Errrrr, let me think about that one for a bit ... !

Gotta go, phonecall to make!

Twin Turbo

5,544 posts

273 months

Friday 28th November 2003
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Wish my local dealer was as efficient!

I logged my interest via the website (which doesn't appear to work very well now) and via the luvverly girlies on the Nissan stand at the Goodwood FoS.

Maybe it's time to pester them in person.