mikeinman Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Hello all, I'm a forum virgin!? I'm currently thinking about buying an 04 350Z fairlady (Is this an import?) It has 27000 miles on the clock, it needs a service which I believe it's due one? The log doesn't show it had one and the salesman said it will get one. Should I get this car checked over by the RAC or someone so that I cover my arse? I test drove it yesterday and f**k me it's was awesome, why has it taken me so long to decide to get one!? Are there any common faults that should've already been rectified or are there any coming up due to it's age/mileage? Also, are the brakes meant to be sharp or gradual? I had to put a fair bit of power behind my foot to make it stop, There's about 3mm of pad left i think from what I could see. Would the miles reflect worn pads if they hadn't been changed? Sorry about the 20 questions but I'm really excited at the prospect of owning this car. Many thanks to all who reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narcotix Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Yup if it's a Fairlady then it's an Import .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeinman Posted August 27, 2009 Author Share Posted August 27, 2009 What does this mean? Will it be a nightmare to buy? I'm trying to find where I saw that it was a fairlady, any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanski Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 to the forum .... FairladyZ is just the name they have over in Japan and well I think the rest of the world - its just the model name they have used for about 40 years now. (yes its an import) but they are the same car as UK just different reg plate bumpers and I think the suspension is slightly differently set up. There are no major issues with Zeds but try the search and FAQ's section on the forum you have a wealth of knowledge here. 3mm on the pads?? I would get them to change them regardless! Brakes are good on them as a rule with the standard pads etc. Try to find out which model it is - there are different grades? This will reflect in the price - does it have Satnnav screen for example? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeinman Posted August 27, 2009 Author Share Posted August 27, 2009 HI, thanks for the welcome there. It hasn't got a sat nav or gt pack, I think its the base model, no idea really. Would it tell me in the handbook if I went in and read it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walbertonio Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 From this post you can see the different JDM spec's, though I'm not 100% sure where it will be recorded I'm afraid: viewtopic.php?f=17&t=13288 JDM Specs Base---17" wheels, ABS,Brake assist,TCS,limited slip diff,xenon headlights Version T---- leather seats, seven speaker bose Version S-- 18" rims Brembo's and VDc(instead of TCS ? )but no leather Version ST--leather +Version S spec rear spoilers/sat nav and side airbags ordered as extras on all specs + loads of other Extras not seen on UK cars like auto fold mirrors ,different steering wheels, footwell illumination etc etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BladesGrant Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 to the club. I am a FairladyZ owner as are couple of people on here. Thet are generally cheaper to buy and the resale isn't as much as a UK car. Given you pay less though I don't mind the resale being lower. You will find loads of information on here. You won't be disappointed with the car if its a good clean example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Hi and welcome to the forum There are a few pointers in here. viewtopic.php?f=17&t=23843 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 to the club My UK spec has folding mirrors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry3167 Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Hello and welcome to the Zed club! Best club in the land Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P15UL T Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 welcome mate, jap cars are usually more to insure as well Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sally Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 to the club My UK spec has folding mirrors Your not the only one Rich!!!!! Hello and welcome to the forum. Someone here may correct me but i think the Imports are more to insure, They were when i got quotes. I personally made the decision not to get an import, couldnt read the handbook! Anyhoo, good luck with the Z search! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BladesGrant Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Slightly more to insure but not that much. Especially if you use an insurer on here. I have hours of fun reading the handbook!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alessandro Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Hi & welcome, Just got a JDM ST ( GT in UK ) with folding mirrors, my insurance went up £ 200 from my old Golf GTI. Came with the owner manual in english and full paperwork in Jap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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