Nissan 350z any good? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

koyv90 · 09-09-2013, 02:38 AM

I have wanted a frs for a while now but with the rumours of a better one in 2015 and me wanting to wait for the 13 to be cheaper I keep looking to enjoy another rwd car. I like the looks of nismo 350z but I've heard some people say they are numb and boring. Then I hear others praise it as an amazing vehicle. Any people drive both?

juliog · 09-09-2013, 02:45 AM

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUhLXvxlQR4"]Toyota GT86 / Scion FR-S v Nissan 370Z v Used Porsche Cayman S - /CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS - YouTube[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqR5KU_Z7aM"]Nissan 350z (Zcars Part 2) Everyday Driver - YouTube[/ame]

Kelbyat07 · 09-09-2013, 03:11 AM

Test drive it. I test drove one and it was obviously faster but handling was ok.

Tim_Asphalt_FRS · 09-09-2013, 03:23 AM

I had an 06 350Z. The FR-S is a much better car.

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n2oinferno · 09-09-2013, 11:18 AM

Haven't drive one, but have had some seat time in a 370. IMO, if you want a 350 the best bet would probably be an 07 or 08 with the HR engine. The 370 was a fun car to drive, and it'd still be a consideration of mine, but the lack of a rear seat does bother me a bit.

frslee · 09-09-2013, 12:21 PM

Friend of mine has 350z and I think it's a great car. Obviously comparing the 350z to modern sports car will make 350z less interesting. Those were made from 02 to 08, it's an aged car, but not too much. Watch the 350z video made by Nissan engineers on youtube. They've put so much R&D on this car..

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2KBlta-zu4"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2KBlta-zu4[/ame]

I went to track once with the friend and his car performed pretty well. His only mods are nismo exhaust and Volk TE37/michellin super sport. If you really know about car's characteristics and its intention from engineers, you should be able to enjoy the car. Of course your personal preference is important too.

It's a great car, but make sure you're ready with some maintenance if you decide to buy one.

campy · 09-09-2013, 12:33 PM

You'll set a better lap time in a 350z, but you'll have more fun in an frs. I say stick with your RSX for another 2 years and see where the market is. Used FRSs are already going for around $20k, so they will be cheap soon enough.

Red FRS · 09-09-2013, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by campy

You'll set a better lap time in a 350z, but you'll have more fun in an frs. I say stick with your RSX for another 2 years and see where the market is. Used FRSs are already going for around $20k, so they will be cheap soon enough.

Where have you seen used FRSs for 20k?

strat61caster · 09-09-2013, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by seantejani

Where have you seen used FRSs for 20k?

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=69

To the OP, the power increase is RUMORED I would gamble that the power doesn't increase significantly for a long time. Unless you're waiting to save up more cash I don't see any reason to wait, grab a '13 now for MSRP or less, I doubt you'll have regrets.

I also think the RSX is a better car than the Z, if you prioritize an agile feel.

Edit: depending on region this may be hopeful for you
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44828
Personally I think MSRP is fair, anything under that is gravy.

husker741 · 09-09-2013, 01:24 PM

Uh, I've beaten a 350z in my FR-S. Both cars modded. Get an S2k.

koyv90 · 09-09-2013, 05:58 PM

I am going to try driving both. They are both awesome cars and look grest to me

09-09-2013, 02:38 AM	#1
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09-09-2013, 03:11 AM	#3
Kelbyat07 Poor College Kid Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: ~.~ Location: Chicago Posts: 2,801 Thanks: 246 Thanked 2,182 Times in 1,249 Posts Mentioned: 32 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Test drive it. I test drove one and it was obviously faster but handling was ok. __________________

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frslee Just drive it Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 13' FR-S Location: Maryland Posts: 1,122 Thanks: 97 Thanked 321 Times in 218 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	Friend of mine has 350z and I think it's a great car. Obviously comparing the 350z to modern sports car will make 350z less interesting. Those were made from 02 to 08, it's an aged car, but not too much. Watch the 350z video made by Nissan engineers on youtube. They've put so much R&D on this car.. [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2KBlta-zu4"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2KBlta-zu4[/ame] I went to track once with the friend and his car performed pretty well. His only mods are nismo exhaust and Volk TE37/michellin super sport. If you really know about car's characteristics and its intention from engineers, you should be able to enjoy the car. Of course your personal preference is important too. It's a great car, but make sure you're ready with some maintenance if you decide to buy one.

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campy No rice, no life Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: 2013 Asphalt FR-S Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 1,143 Thanks: 266 Thanked 1,019 Times in 388 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	You'll set a better lap time in a 350z, but you'll have more fun in an frs. I say stick with your RSX for another 2 years and see where the market is. Used FRSs are already going for around $20k, so they will be cheap soon enough.

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koyv90 Rocket Bunny FRS Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2013 Rocket Bunny FRS Location: United States Posts: 447 Thanks: 15 Thanked 29 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I am going to try driving both. They are both awesome cars and look grest to me

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