geg1992

Thanks for the fast reply! It probably doesn't help that I'm coming from a 130bhp Turbo Diesel! But the clunking does worry me a lot. I assumed it was normal being a high performance car, now not so sure.

So annoyed after how much I've spent! Basically, when I push in the clutch there is a clunking noise from the front (I think) and first and second gear are hard to get into. When changing from first to second there is also a big clunk. I'm scared it's something serious. Through the later gears, gear changes are easier and there's no clunking, but when coming to a stop for example and I push in the clutch, most of the time there is this clunking. Any ideas? I didn't notice it on the test drive but he was driving.

In terms of any rust is not to worry about?

Thanks! Also what about the suspension rust where it connects to the body of the car under the rear arches?

Great, thanks for all the replies! I asked about the bottom in terms of rest and got a reply of "not a lot". I assume all cars will have a bit though! I worry about it getting worse though.

Put a deposit down and should be picking up a 55 350z on Wednesday. I've read horror stories about rust and this is my main concern. I inspected the usual places and there were no signs of rust at all. However, at the very top of the suspension where it connects to the body, there was surface rust there. I was told not to worry about this by my mechanic friend. I plan on owning the car for 2 years then selling it to help fund my deposit so I really can't afford for rust to be an issue! I know you can under seal then, where can I get this done and how often does t need to be re done? I think it's been done already. Thanks!

It seems like it was driven as follows: Y1: 8000 miles, Y2: 1000ish Y2.5 1000ish too. I'm putting a small deposit down to secure it as it's the best looking one I've seen. Then will get my mate who's a mechanic to look it over.

Apparently it had done such low mileage that they didn't bother. That's understandable. What could go wrong from not servicing it for 10k / 2.5 years? Surely the oil wouldn't change much? I'd understand if it was a cambelt but if it's a chain?

I just think people who buy it off me in the future will pick up on it and question this!

Hi all, I'm looking at buying a Zed. The service history intervals are as follows: P1 Service - 6969 miles, 11/2006 P2 Service - 9078 miles, 11/2007 P1 Service - 10690 miles, 11/2008 P3 Service - 12844 miles, 11/2009 P1 Service - 16808 miles, 12/2011 Presitge - 28632 miles, 11/ 2012 P1 Service - 38486 miles, 05/ 2015 Should I worry about this? The car is in fantastic condition and looks fine mechanically. My only concern is the gaps in the servicing and it's re-sale value. Does this count as full service history?

Thanks guys! Is there anywhere on the paperwork to say it's factory fitted? As all it seems to be is word of mouth!

Yep! The exhausts are standard, but that's better for me as I have tinnitus! That's a shame, I thought the later 2005 may have had the more powerful engine. Still has plenty of power. I've declared all my factory fitted extras, body kit and wheels and it doesn't make all that much difference, don't worry. I'll have a look now. I'm only 22 so could make a huge difference! Try Admiral, that's who I'm with. Gives you a list of Mods on there website. Thanks! Only £700 for a 22 year old, not bad.

Yep! The exhausts are standard, but that's better for me as I have tinnitus! That's a shame, I thought the later 2005 may have had the more powerful engine. Still has plenty of power. I've declared all my factory fitted extras, body kit and wheels and it doesn't make all that much difference, don't worry. I'll have a look now. I'm only 22 so could make a huge difference! Scrap that, there's an option for factory fitted body kit, not much difference at all! I assume by body kit it means everything, as there's a separate option for Skirts etc?

Yep! The exhausts are standard, but that's better for me as I have tinnitus! That's a shame, I thought the later 2005 may have had the more powerful engine. Still has plenty of power. I've declared all my factory fitted extras, body kit and wheels and it doesn't make all that much difference, don't worry. I'll have a look now. I'm only 22 so could make a huge difference!

Sorry, maybe I'm more of a noob than I realised. Yes, factory fitted. Is there anywhere that will prove it was factory fitted? Thanks! So only after-factory parts need to be declared? Apart from that it's completely standard which is nice.

Yep! The exhausts are standard, but that's better for me as I have tinnitus! That's a shame, I thought the later 2005 may have had the more powerful engine.

The insurance is only £650-700 which isn't bad at all! Don't worry, I've planned enough for the costs Thank you! I just don't understand if I should declare it as a standard car or not, as if the kit is on from factory then it's standard I think I read somewhere?

The badges got taken off. I know the guy, it's in great condition but I worry for insurance and re-sale!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2005-NISSAN-350Z-GT-GENUINE-NISMO-FSH-LOW-TAX-BAND-IMMACULATE-CONDITION-/252016681153?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3aad5d60c1 That's the car.

Apologies, not sure why it posted 3!

But thought I'd come on here and get a bit of advice first! So thanks for any replies... My first question is with regards to servicing. This particular example has 38K miles and is 10 years old. During this time it has had 7 services. At one point there was a 3 year gap between the services during which it covered 10K miles. Should I be concerned? I personally don't think I should be too concerned, I worry about re-sale however. The car is also a Nismo, but doesn't have Nismo exhaust or rear bumper?? Not sure if the rear bumper was on all of them. Do I have to declare the Nismo kit to the insurers or just type in the reg and it will be fine? It's a 2005, 55 plate. The insurers show it as a 276bhp, but it should be 296, is that correct? I worry about rust too, any advice would be good! Thanks for your help, I'll try to think of more questions!