Looking at Buying a 350z, Any pointers

[gray1st]

Hi, Im new to the board and currently looking at purchasing a 2nd hand 350z.

 

I was wondering if I could possibly get some pointers on things to look out for?

 

Thanks in advance

[ChrisS]

Check out Zed for sale on this forum.

 

They will have been looked after.

[M13KYF]

their is a buying guide in the FAQ

[martinmac]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

 

All you need is in here.

viewtopic.php?f=17&t=23843

[witstu]

Do your homework on them using this forum,dont buy the first one you see.I joined in June but didnt buy one till November! as the first few i veiwed private and dealer just were not right.I know ive got the right one after a long wait! Good luck with your hunt.

[gray1st]

Thanks for the advice, I've seen this one below. Not specified if it is a UK Spec but does say its a GT, and I can't see a rear spoiler on the pics. Anyone with a keener eye, possibly shed some light?

 

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/200948347264989/sort/priceasc/usedcars/make/nissan/model/350_z/page/1/quicksearch/true/postcode/cw113nn/radius/40?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fresults%2Fusedcars%2Fpostcode%2Fcw113nn%2Fradius%2F40%2Fmake%2Fnissan%2Fmodel%2F350_z%2Fpage%2F1%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc%2Fquicksearch%2Ftrue&anchor=advert200948347264989&logcode=p

[cookiemonster]

Well it looks like a GT as the plates are rectangular and not square, but i thought all GT spec had cruise control? The price is good but doesnt say anything about the service history, just thats it there Not all the GT models came with a spoiler, the kits an opptional extra.

[alessandro]

Welcome

 

As per other said, lots of info on here and take your time

[Stew]

That one is an import by the looks of it. No Lip Spoiler, no steering wheel controls etc.

[nurrish]

+1

 

Looks like a sheep in wolf's clothing

[cookiemonster]

[witstu]

Definately looks like a BITSA. If it was a GT it would have all the radio control buttons and cruise control on the steering wheel.

[ATTAK Z]

Definately looks like a BITSA. If it was a GT it would have all the radio control buttons and cruise control on the steering wheel.

+1 also the belts have a red tinge on my screen - strange

[gray1st]

Thanks for coming back to me guys! I thought it was quite cheap looking at the pics and mileage. I did call and ask about service history on the car and they got a little cagey when I quized them further on it.

 

Sorry, I've got to ask, what is BITSA?

 

Also, anyone looking at this who has a good example which they are perhaps looking at selling please let me know

[ATTAK Z]

Thanks for coming back to me guys! I thought it was quite cheap looking at the pics and mileage. I did call and ask about service history on the car and they got a little cagey when I quized them further on it.

 

Sorry, I've got to ask, what is BITSA?

 

Also, anyone looking at this who has a good example which they are perhaps looking at selling please let me know

BITSA=bits of this and bits of that=bitsathis and bitsathat

Try and say it with a Yorkshire accent

[sunset350z]

that is an import, and it seems like they are trying to disguise the fact for whatever reason. Best to stay clear as it may off had rear end damage due to the bumper being UK spec. Also a lot of imports want have much or any history, so this could have been written off in Japan and brought over here to be repaired.

[gray1st]

Thanks for all your advice, being a relative "newbie" to 350z's it's great to get advice from those who have a passion for the car.

 

I've noticed a couple below on autotrader, be really interested in getting peoples' opinions.

 

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... &logcode=p

 

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... &logcode=p

 

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... &logcode=p

 

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... &logcode=p

[martinmac]

First one or last one for me.

[gray1st]

I've got to agree, just looked over them again, I missed that the 2nd was a CAT C (thought it was cheap).

 

The 3rd one, very low mileage . Can someone tell me if all GT's come with leater seats? As that one has fabric seats

[Ian]

All GTs have leather seats.

 

Also Keighly trade centre have a shocking reputation for the cars that they sell

[sunset350z]

1st one looks like a bargain, well worth checking out.

2nd one cat c and not cheap for its history

3rd one non gt so no cruise or leather, but nice low miles.

4th one is the going price and looks the safest bet of the 4.

[choptop]

How much do you want to spend?

[gray1st]

Looking to spend up to 12k. GT Pack, UK Car, and Ideally don't want mileage too high.

[gray1st]

Too good to be true??

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Nissan-350Z_W0QQitemZ320453232043QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item4a9c8045ab

 

Reading the listing, It's not mentioned of it being a GT...omitted accidentally? I've e-mailed asking if it were a UK model, and he has confirmed

[Ebized]

Too good to be true??

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Nissan-350Z_W0QQitemZ320453232043QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item4a9c8045ab

 

Reading the listing, It's not mentioned of it being a GT...omitted accidentally? I've e-mailed asking if it were a UK model, and he has confirmed

 

It is a GT and a UK car. That does seem a bargain - 1 owner and it has the optional alezan leather (not cloth as stated) but not sure if it is Gunmetal (grey) or Blade (which is silver). It also has the Rays wheels which were optional at the time. Certainly worth a look I'd say - just make sure you get the history checked and no recorded accident damage and if your not mechanically minded have a report done - 72k miles is no big deal if properly serviced so check the extenst of the service history - better to be safe than sorry.

 

Good luck