Nissan 350z Info Help

[Entaille]

the 07-08 is the model with the VQ35HR engine that requires the extra clearance from that hump you are talking about. get at least an enthusiast model, you will want the LSD if nothing else. I gave you plenty of details to work with, you'll just have to decide what features are important to you and what is within your budget.. : )

[ComayroLouver]

@ Jay J- Sick looking car there!!!

@Entaile- ground effects kit? body kit? CF hood? lol what did ya do there? Looks great!

[ComayroLouver]

Originally Posted by Entaille

the 07-08 is the model with the VQ35HR engine that requires the extra clearance from that hump you are talking about. get at least an enthusiast model, you will want the LSD if nothing else. I gave you plenty of details to work with, you'll just have to decide what features are important to you and what is within your budget.. : )

Thank you!!

[bigsquirrel]

Eh, make sure you call your insurance. More horsepower does not always mean more expensive. Cost is related to safety, of the vehicle and it's typical driver. My insurance stayed pretty much the same from my g35 coupe to my SS. I'd be surprised if a used 350z isn't actually more.

[ComayroLouver]

Originally Posted by bigsquirrel

Eh, make sure you call your insurance. More horsepower does not always mean more expensive. Cost is related to safety, of the vehicle and it's typical driver. My insurance stayed pretty much the same from my g35 coupe to my SS. I'd be surprised if a used 350z isn't actually more.

Okay ill make sure to take a look. That is a major concern of mine.... :/


@Jay J- I think your right, Enthusiast sounds like the best model for my taste

[Jay J]

Here's a snap of the current 370 although it doesn't have these wheels any longer and hopefully give me 1 more month for a new kit hahah

Gotta help the sponsors out by running decals... if not the parts would cost me an arm/leg/limb/ you name it
Enthusiast was the best bang for the buck for me, looked and weighted the options...

Also on the new 370 I went with the Base since I knew I'd be taking out the OEM brakes either way

[ComayroLouver]

what year would u recommend me? (take into account that my max amount of money would be roughly 23k. If i have money, and i hope i do, id put in exhaust and CAI too)

[Jay J]

You can get a facelifted model in the 20's (Like an 07)
If you can get one for 19-20 that Leaves you with about 3k for the mods which should be more than enough (You can do tires/wheels/springs/exhaust/intake/Plenum Spacer for under 4k installed)

[ComayroLouver]

It seems every year has alot of major complaints (ex: 06 eats oil, 07 has clutch issues) but i like the look of the 07 and 08s. I think if i go 350z route, ill go with one of those 2 years.

[JMM1181]

Coming from someone who owns an enthusiast HR 350z, I would definitely say to go with the 07-08 model year.

As Entaille stated, get the enthusiast if you can as it comes with the TCS (traction control) a few other features. Stay away from the 06 model year, not only did it have oil burning issues but, surprisingly, is the slowest model year 350z- don't know why exactly as it had around 300 hp, but it consistently runs a few tenths behind even the 03-04 model years.

The disagreement I have with what Entaille stated is that the power difference is not significant. Every model year Z prior to 07-08 was a low 14 second, high 13 second car if driven well. The 07-08 model year Z is a 13.6-13.7 quarter mile car on average and a 13.1 second car if driven well. Just in the past two weeks a member on the forum hit 12.8 completely stock in his HR 350z besides drag slicks- not even an intake or exhaust. He is an exceptional driver, as were some of the others who have hit 13.1 completely stock. The 350z is a great car, but can be surprisingly difficult to launch properly. The HR 350z can also reach 300 whp with bolt-ons and a tune, but modding this car is extremely expensive compared to American muscle, and the insurance will be high for this car so take these into account.

Best thing to do is to test drive a few of the different year models, the 03-04's did have tire feathering issues, but you will go through tires in the Z faster than most cars anyhow because the tires can't be rotated. If I had to pick besides the HR, I'd probably go for an 03-04. Btw, there was a slave-cylinder recall on some 07-08's but if your car falls under the recall they'll take care of it at a local dealership for free with no hassles (at least they did for me). Good luck and please get a manual Z.

[ComayroLouver]

Originally Posted by JMM1181

Coming from someone who owns an enthusiast HR 350z, I would definitely say to go with the 07-08 model year.

As Entaille stated, get the enthusiast if you can as it comes with the TCS (traction control) a few other features. Stay away from the 06 model year, not only did it have oil burning issues but, surprisingly, is the slowest model year 350z- don't know why exactly as it had around 300 hp, but it consistently runs a few tenths behind even the 03-04 model years.

The disagreement I have with what Entaille stated is that the power difference is not significant. Every model year Z prior to 07-08 was a low 14 second, high 13 second car if driven well. The 07-08 model year Z is a 13.6-13.7 quarter mile car on average and a 13.1 second car if driven well. Just in the past two weeks a member on the forum hit 12.8 completely stock in his HR 350z besides drag slicks- not even an intake or exhaust. He is an exceptional driver, as were some of the others who have hit 13.1 completely stock. The 350z is a great car, but can be surprisingly difficult to launch properly. The HR 350z can also reach 300 whp with bolt-ons and a tune, but modding this car is extremely expensive compared to American muscle, and the insurance will be high for this car so take these into account.

Best thing to do is to test drive a few of the different year models, the 03-04's did have tire feathering issues, but you will go through tires in the Z faster than most cars anyhow because the tires can't be rotated. If I had to pick besides the HR, I'd probably go for an 03-04. Btw, there was a slave-cylinder recall on some 07-08's but if your car falls under the recall they'll take care of it at a local dealership for free with no hassles (at least they did for me). Good luck and please get a manual Z.

Thank you! very great info right here. (dont worry, planning on the manual ).

Thank u all for the info!!!! Helped out alot!!!!!! now i finally have an idea as what specifics to look for

[ComayroLouver]

Forgot to ask, but have any of u heard bout the X02 exhaust for the 350z? it sounds awesome on youtube, was wondering how much it would run me

[Entaille]

the X02 exhaust is a replica of the HKS hi-power exhaust. the real deal will run you around 1200-1400$, the replica is much less, but is issue prone. I've seen it from a few different makers but it's typically around 400-500$

the ARK system sounds similar and has the same design.. what I would consider a very high quality replica that made some minor changes.. lol : )

[Jay J]

The ARK system is very decent for someone who doesn't want to buy the HKS for like 1400