thebesh Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 Hi guys A friend of mine who used to have a 350z recommended these forums as a good place to start for information. I loved his 350z and now it's time to think about upgrading my car I've really got my heart set on a 350z. Although I have a few questions/queries that some of you will hopefully be able to answer.... I'm looking to spend around 15k - looking for a GT model with 35000miles or less (around 3-4 years old) 1) My main stumbling block is having a dog (she's a smallish black lab) - I've seen pictures of boot space and that's no use, but I've also seen seat covers for about 10quid - so would put one on and let her ride shotgun like she does at the minute. Does anyone else have a dog that rides shotgun and any tips/advice? 2) I know the pre April 2006 350z is 190quid tax rather than 400quid in tax - I'd obviously like the newer model (313) if possible, is it worth the extra dunt a year in road tax? 3) My pal had a Jap import and had an aftersales head unit fitted (which was really nice and even had reverse camera that I thought was wicked) - in your opinion am I better (cheaper) buying integrated Sat Nav already in (which is quite important to me) - or buying one with no head unit and using the money I save to buy a swank one - any recommendations as well? I can't think of anything else at the minute - but these are my main concerns and was interested in some feedback from existing owners. If anyone has any tips/advice it would be greatly appreciated. Many Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 Hi and welcome to the forum. The birdview sat nav as a dealer supplied retrofit is about £1300 and not really worth the money IMO. Nurrish on here sells a unit which is much better for a good price. It also has a reversing camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thebesh Posted June 1, 2010 Author Share Posted June 1, 2010 Hi Guys I found the page with Nurrish's head unit for sale - very swish - viewtopic.php?f=38&t=24395 Has anyone got any tips/advice for going for the Nissan OEM SAT NAV or opting for a Custom job (bear in mind I'm not very mechanically minded - although I do work in IT and I'm pretty good with Techy stuff) Any suggestions or opinions welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 I had a birdview but changed to the Nurrish one. I still have the birdview which you can but cheap if you want. The birdview is good but doesnt take postcodes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebesh Posted July 8, 2010 Author Share Posted July 8, 2010 Hi guys Just to say yesterday morning at 6.30am a man cane to my door with my new car. It's an 08 Coupe in midnight blue. This forum has been a great help and I've got so much information out of it so thanks a lot. I've just come home from a mates house on B roads and I've still got adrenalin pumping round me. Truely awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNABASHED Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 in regards to the dog question, not really advisable to have it riding shotgun with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alessandro Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 Hi guys Just to say yesterday morning at 6.30am a man cane to my door with my new car. It's an 08 Coupe in midnight blue. This forum has been a great help and I've got so much information out of it so thanks a lot. I've just come home from a mates house on B roads and I've still got adrenalin pumping round me. Truely awesome! Now we need some pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 Hi guys Just to say yesterday morning at 6.30am a man cane to my door with my new car. It's an 08 Coupe in midnight blue. This forum has been a great help and I've got so much information out of it so thanks a lot. I've just come home from a mates house on B roads and I've still got adrenalin pumping round me. Truely awesome! Out of interest, how much did you pay for it as your budget was £15,000 originally? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Welcome to the forum, and happy Zed hunting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P15UL T Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Welcome matey. Sounds like you got a good one ! Get the pics up Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebesh Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 Hey guys, pics will come soon. Washed the car on Saturday and found some light scratches that have kinda pi**ed me off but they should T cut away. My budget was about 15-16k and I did go over. It cost me £17,800 but with 12months tax (I insisted on this) and it's got manufacuter's warranty until May 2011. I wanted some security with service history, warranty and mileage (which this fitted the bill on all accounts) A mates up next week and helping him fit new wheels to his golf, so weather permitting I'll wash car and see if I can get rid of the mild scrathches - once she's looking all buff I'll get busy with the camera :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted July 11, 2010 Share Posted July 11, 2010 Be very careful with the paint bud, I wouldnt let T cut anywhere near it. The Nissan paint is one of the worst things about the car. Have a look in the detailing section for the way to get rid of any marks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebesh Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 Ahhh, just had a read o ef the detailing section. So the marks I have are more scratches than the swirl marks. Excuse my ignorance, will a claybar remove these, they don't look deep scratches but it's still annoying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNABASHED Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Ahhh, just had a read o ef the detailing section. So the marks I have are more scratches than the swirl marks. Excuse my ignorance, will a claybar remove these, they don't look deep scratches but it's still annoying all clay does is remove contamanents from the paint surface to give you a smooth surface for applying products etc, it won't remove scratches at all. you will need to look at using a machine polisher for that, depending on the type and how deep the scratches are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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