gray1st Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisS Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Check out Zed for sale on this forum. They will have been looked after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 their is a buying guide in the FAQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Hi and welcome to the forum. All you need is in here. viewtopic.php?f=17&t=23843 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witstu Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 4, 2009 Author Share Posted December 4, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiemonster Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alessandro Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Welcome As per other said, lots of info on here and take your time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 That one is an import by the looks of it. No Lip Spoiler, no steering wheel controls etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurrish Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 +1 Looks like a sheep in wolf's clothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookiemonster Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witstu Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 4, 2009 Author Share Posted December 4, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunset350z Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 6, 2009 Author Share Posted December 6, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 First one or last one for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 6, 2009 Author Share Posted December 6, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 All GTs have leather seats. Also Keighly trade centre have a shocking reputation for the cars that they sell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunset350z Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choptop Posted December 7, 2009 Share Posted December 7, 2009 How much do you want to spend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 7, 2009 Author Share Posted December 7, 2009 Looking to spend up to 12k. GT Pack, UK Car, and Ideally don't want mileage too high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray1st Posted December 7, 2009 Author Share Posted December 7, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted December 7, 2009 Share Posted December 7, 2009 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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