Topcat Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Hi all, been several years since i sold my 350z. Always had a soft spot for it, thus i'm on the look out for a new 370z. Having test driven an Audi TTRS yesterday it just didn't have that special feeling a Zed has. I test drove a 370z today. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201611129701858?advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&sort=price-asc&model=370%20Z&postcode=de561ls&make=NISSAN&radius=1500&page=7 I've struggled to find a good buyers guide, so hoping you guys may have a few pointers for me? I noticed that it seemed very easy to spin the back wheels compared to my old 350z. Do all 370zs have traction control? It seemed the rears slipped alot until corrected by myself, (obviously in cold wet conditions not ideal) I was expecting the TCS to cut in as it was very nannying in my 350z. Also not sure what the sport button does? Possibly thinking of stretching to a nismo model or certainly putting a few aero and performance pieces on a base mosel. Pulling out slowly with full lock on seemed like the front wheels were skipping a bit, maybe suspension damage? Also the bonnet got caught on the side windscreen pillar, which was very loose, not sure why? Is there any definative spec list between all the trims? Sorry for all the questions i'm just eager to get my hands on a good car. Thanks, Tom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 back Tom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WINKJ Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Hi all, been several years since i sold my 350z. Always had a soft spot for it, thus i'm on the look out for a new 370z. Having test driven an Audi TTRS yesterday it just didn't have that special feeling a Zed has. I test drove a 370z today. http://www.autotrade...ius=1500&page=7 I've struggled to find a good buyers guide, so hoping you guys may have a few pointers for me? I noticed that it seemed very easy to spin the back wheels compared to my old 350z. Do all 370zs have traction control? It seemed the rears slipped alot until corrected by myself, (obviously in cold wet conditions not ideal) I was expecting the TCS to cut in as it was very nannying in my 350z. Also not sure what the sport button does? Possibly thinking of stretching to a nismo model or certainly putting a few aero and performance pieces on a base mosel. Pulling out slowly with full lock on seemed like the front wheels were skipping a bit, maybe suspension damage? Also the bonnet got caught on the side windscreen pillar, which was very loose, not sure why? Is there any definative spec list between all the trims? Sorry for all the questions i'm just eager to get my hands on a good car. Thanks, Tom. Welcome back, i'd definitely recommend you at least try the Nismo MK1/Mk2 depending upon preference if you're looking for something a bit more special. There is a noticeable improvement IMO..... hence my decision to get a Nismo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thanks, what are the major differences other than looks and the extra power/ suspension? I've really been out the loop with cars the last few years, concentrating on work/house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbad Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Hello and welcome back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Traction issue: What condition were the rear tyres in and were they a premium brand? My bet is they are well worn..... Yes, the 370 has a big traction button in easy sight by the door opening - by default it is always on when starting the car. Front wheels skipping: If only when tyres were cold then it is simply the 'summer tyres' tread blocks not warmed up and the suspension geometry causing the skipping. If still a problem when warmed up then a wheel alignment should be done. Bonnet catching the A pillar: A known issue that simply requires the bonnet to be hinges to be adjusted. You may need a paint touch up. Do a search on here in the 370 General section for spec differences. You may be best off doing that via Google. The car you have linked clearly has an aftermarket rear spoiler and whether the red tow hook is just for show, or has served a track purpose should be checked out - and make sure it has a full service history dealer/specialist Indy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thanks for the info Ebized much appreciated. I checked all tyres for decent tread and they were bridgestones, not sure which ones though. It was pretty cold and damp conditions, i may just have forgotten how much RWD cars slip in the wet after lower powered FWD for the past few years. Also the seller didn't seem to know what the sport button did, so may have turned off the TCS while fiddling with it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 (edited) Bridgestones (presumably the RE050As) are not the greatest wet weather tyre in my experience but yes, maybe your test drive was maybe pushing a bit hard for the conditions. One of the features I miss with the 370 (or 350) balancing the power/torque against the road conditions, unlike the FWD with the engine over the driven wheels. And no doubt why the Audi just didn't offer that special feeling you mention. A light/symbol on the dash shows (orange iirc) when the traction is turned off. Edited December 22, 2016 by Ebized Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Welcome back, I was going to rely to your questions but Colin (Ebized) has already summed up what I was going to say perfectly. Good luck with the zed hunt. Oh and try and test drive the nismos, they handle very differently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisS Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 What Colin said ^^^. And also the 'S' button is not a sport button, it's the 'Syncro Rev' button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopedmark Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Welcome back mate, it has indeed been a while Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 (edited) So i bought my 370z just after christmas, love it, such a good upgrade fro my old 350z in every way. Synchro rev is soo addictive! It's a 2013 GT edition. WIth Stillen intakes, miltek cat back and a carbon front lip and carbon rear spoiler. I wanted a Nismo but couldn't justify the extra cost even though i love the way the older model looks. All i need now is a day wihtout some bloody rain/ice to fully enjoy it! Future mods will be Tarmac side skirts carbon dipped and a carbon rear lower diffuser. Not sure if it's been remapped so will probably have that looked in to and get Ecutek done to release a bit more torque in the summer. Still have my old celica to sell to fund a few of the mods. The only annoyance so far has been the front wheels skipping/hopping when at low speeds and on turning on full lock. not sure if it's just because of the tire width? Not sure if the pics will work. Only took a few, want to give it a good detail then will get some more up. https://www.dropbox....0108_152501.jpg https://www.dropbox....0108_152451.jpg https://www.dropbox....0108_152512.jpg Not sure how to get the pics to show without using the link. Not been on a forum for years Oh and here is my Modified celica 190. If anyone was interested. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=292007884222#ht_2702wt_1139 Edited January 23, 2017 by Topcat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 You need direct links to the images, you then grab the URL and insert it into the body of the post using the inset image icon (little green coloured square). I would advise uploading images to something like Imgur or Photobucket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 OK thanks i'll give that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 (edited) [/img] Edited January 23, 2017 by Topcat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richf Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Check the front drop links for wear , ime 370z's eat them and play is most noticable on full lock 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topcat Posted January 23, 2017 Author Share Posted January 23, 2017 Ok, I'll have a look thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Looks great dude Digging that rear spoiler, ties in really well with the rest of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinny73 Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Congratz on the GT Edition. Looks good. I'm just returning to the forum too, bought mine last Feb, done 900 miles in it as had a hell of a busy year, but intending to get it out a whole lot more this year. Vid of it in my garage... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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