JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Well, I have just succumbed to another dose of Zeditis! I have taken the plunge and purchased a 60 plate, low mileage, Black Rose roadster auto. Whilst the 350Z Roadster has given us so much pleasure, introduced us to great friends, I just felt as we were getting into our 60's I had to tick another box of cars I want to own. The 350Z has been a wonderful car, so much character, for us better than any of the 3 Porsches I have owned and the TT, I am just addicted to that V6 as long as it has an aftermarket exhaust However as we are driving up and down to Spain and getting that bit older, the extra creature comforts of the 370 will make up for the rawness and driving feel we get from the 350. The Nissan dealer, is giving her a P3 service, brake fluid and plug change and putting on a 36 month extended warranty, all for several grand less than other cars were being advertised for at certain specialists. All in a super deal that I just could not turn down. Hopefully I will be picking her up next Monday so will load up some photos then. Time then for a last few runs in the 350Z before a reluctant sale with very heavy heart as she is a real part of the family. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Will370z Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Congratulations, perfect taste, a man after my own heart (apart from the auto ) Make sure she has a proper exhaust as it transforms the car Don't forget to post some pics 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davedutch Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Rob, Will look forward to seeing the pics, I am toying with getting a 370 or spending more on the 350 so would be interested in how you feel the 70 is better (or worse) Will we see you in Wales next year? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 (edited) I did say I will post piccys when she arrives Monday!!!! Edited September 9, 2015 by 350ZRDev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 Thanks Will370Z, I have already budgeted for the Invidia, listening to a couple of the guys cars on our Dartmoor run last Sunday with then on, it transforms the car. Still doesn't sound as good as my 350Z with the Fujitsubo Titanium on though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 (edited) Hi davedutch, yep we will be in Wales. It was a difficult decision, we prefer some things with the 350 and some with the 370. The 350 still feels more of a sports car, more responsive, but maybe that is just me being used to her. The 370 is clearly a nicer place to be in and with driving up and down to Spain in our 60's we just wanted that little bit more comfort. Gutted to see the 350 go though, and we may still decide to keep her. How were the Spanish roads, did you get to the gorge? Edited September 9, 2015 by 350ZRDev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 Piccys will be loaded Monday or Tuesday promise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davedutch Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 We will look forward to seeing you again and telling you all about the washed out roads on the way to El chorro, an interesting drive to say the least!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shenley Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 The way things are going down here in the SouthWest, the 370s are going to outnumber the 350s at the meetings........ ...... I thought you said you were going to keep them both??? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 The way things are going down here in the SouthWest, the 370s are going to outnumber the 350s at the meetings........ ...... I thought you said you were going to keep them both??? Still may do, Nigel, its just the space. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shenley Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I've got space, outside though....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
350zedd Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Good luck with the new purchase. Look forward to seeing the pics next week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 9, 2015 Author Share Posted September 9, 2015 (edited) I've got space, outside though....... As long as it's only Mandy that drives it, she needs reving Edited September 9, 2015 by 350ZRDev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Well, Rosie finally arrived last night by trailer from Nissan, after a P3 service, spark plug change and the rear wheel being refurbished. The drive home from rendevue point was awesome and we are going for a run to the coast tonight. A couple of pictures till I can get some nice ones for the gallery. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Very nice sir Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Happy days indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 (edited) Just did a run to the coast, a totally different experience to the 350Z, more mature, a much nicer place to be and far quicker, but actually doesn't feel it! The 350 felt much more chuckable and maybe more at home on the tight Devon roads, whilst on the more open A roads the 370 just excels. I think I am going to do a detailed drivers impression of the two models over the next month. The 350 doesn't leave until next week so have still have a play.....sorry PEEBEE, will take care of her promise Edited September 21, 2015 by 350ZRDev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ioneabee Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Will370 recognises that last image all too well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Will, somebody has stollen your car!!! Congrats on your new purchase, Sir! Now that you said Invidia... we're here if you need us 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Will370 recognises that last image all too well Yeah all too well lol, except it was being taken away by the AA. I know what you mean about the difference between the 370 and 350. The 350 felt more like a go kart, more connected to the road as you are aware of all the technology in the 370z, but the improved power and evolution is a good step forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 22, 2015 Author Share Posted September 22, 2015 That is it In a nutshell! I get in the 350Z and it feels alive and so responsive and quick, the reaction to the lightest of throttle movements gets it shooting forward with no effort, whereas I just cannot get the same feeling from the throttle response on the 370Z, but then I look down at the speedo and suddenly realise the real speed, it just feels so different. Much nicer place to be though. Unfortunately the one wheel refurbished by Nissan has a got a totally different shade, so popped into South West Wheels, he reckons you cannot really refurbish one and get the same shade, you need to do the two on the same side. Nissan though have agreed for him to redo all 4! Result. Also there is a slight wear on the rubber seal at the rear top of the window where it drops for opening, seems to be a common fault, so a new seal and window adjustment is also being done. Apart from that she is beautiful, an incredible colour. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JurassicZ Posted September 22, 2015 Author Share Posted September 22, 2015 Will, somebody has stollen your car!!! Congrats on your new purchase, Sir! Now that you said Invidia... we're here if you need us Adrian, you have a pm.Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Good to see you still with us in another Zed, and your initial findings being so similar to many of us who have been fortunate to enjoy both a 350 and a 370 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Will, somebody has stollen your car!!! Congrats on your new purchase, Sir! Now that you said Invidia... we're here if you need us Adrian, you have a pm.Rob True, but you also have several replies, so we're even! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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