jollyranchers Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 If you had an absolute maximum budget of 14k which zed would you choose ? Im at a bit of a dilema really , do i buy a cheaper z say a 53 or 54 plate for say £11 - 12k then have some money to put a nismo kit on and maybe change the wheels. Pros - Mod money , cheaper tax , a bit of money left over Cons - probably higher mileage 45 k plus maybe non Gt spec. or Do i buy the newest and low mileage zed i can afford which is probably a 06 plate with 20 - 30 k any mod bit by bit. Pro's - New car,low mileage Cons - car tax will be ,£435 a year instead of £235. right at the top of my budget , by the time i have added a few bits car will have cost me another few grand. Choices at the moment - choice 1 - http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ogcode=flp top of budget , wasnt really my top colour, good mileage otherwise ok choice 2 , http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p love the colour but why did it have to be non GT ?!, do i put up with no leather ? Garage said they will do a deal for £13500 choice 3 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p i like this one but really wanted something with no more than 35k miles choice 4 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p this one seems quite cheap , would have some extra mod money but non gt so no Rays or leather Am i just a fussy bugger ?!! help me make my mind up ! Quote
Zugara Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 viewforum.php?f=56 There are plenty here for sale all with great caring owners... http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1931988.htm Quote
bodyboarder Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I would say wait for one to come up on here with a few mods already done Quote
IanS16 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I would say wait for one to come up on here with a few mods already done +1 Quote
rich5259 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I would say wait for one to come up on here with a few mods already done +1 +2 OR you could find a bit more budget and buy mine Quote
spursmaddave Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I would say go for a cheaper one if you intend to mod it as you will never get back the money you spend when you come to sell it anyway. You will then have plenty of spare £££ for all the lovely bits you crave... Obviously as said if you can find one with all the bits done then thats great, but its difficult as its a VERY presonal thing modding and anyway most of the fun is getting new bits, opening up boxes full of bubble wrap and fitting them yourself Quote
clarkie34 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. Quote
jollyranchers Posted August 3, 2010 Author Posted August 3, 2010 mods to be done will probably be nismo kit , exhaust , spacers , maybe wheels, lowering springs and a trip to abbey..... just debating whether to go for one of the cheap z'ds with cloth seats and try and source some 2nd hand gt seats. what are the buttons on the right hand side of the steering wheel on GT models is it cruise control ? can you retro fit a sub behind the drivers seat in a non gt ? Quote
clarkie34 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 Don't think you will get much change out of 5k for that lot. Yes the buttons on the right are cruise control. As for getting one without leather,don't think you would save much. Quote
chrisjones6699 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 My biggest regret was not buying from someone here. I rushed into the sale and I'm paying for it big time! A lesson learnt! Quote
Wasso Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 [album][/album] I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. If you want a very smart tidy car clarkie's car is the one. I'm jealeous I can't get it myself. Quote
Ekona Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 Personally I'd buy the newer car every time if you can afford it. If you buy one with all the mods done you'll save money but then have nothing left to call your own or take enjoyment from modding. Quote
Sarnie Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. For less than £14K? Quote
Sarnie Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 If you had an absolute maximum budget of 14k which zed would you choose ? Im at a bit of a dilema really , do i buy a cheaper z say a 53 or 54 plate for say £11 - 12k then have some money to put a nismo kit on and maybe change the wheels. Pros - Mod money , cheaper tax , a bit of money left over Cons - probably higher mileage 45 k plus maybe non Gt spec. or Do i buy the newest and low mileage zed i can afford which is probably a 06 plate with 20 - 30 k any mod bit by bit. Pro's - New car,low mileage Cons - car tax will be ,£435 a year instead of £235. right at the top of my budget , by the time i have added a few bits car will have cost me another few grand. Choices at the moment - choice 1 - http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ogcode=flp top of budget , wasnt really my top colour, good mileage otherwise ok choice 2 , http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p love the colour but why did it have to be non GT ?!, do i put up with no leather ? Garage said they will do a deal for £13500 choice 3 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p i like this one but really wanted something with no more than 35k miles choice 4 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p this one seems quite cheap , would have some extra mod money but non gt so no Rays or leather Am i just a fussy bugger ?!! help me make my mind up ! You do realise that choice one is not a MY06 car? Quote
jollyranchers Posted August 3, 2010 Author Posted August 3, 2010 whats the differences ? i take it this is a late registered 05 version then ? Quote
clarkie34 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. For less than £14K? Nice try Liam. It's going up for 17k Quote
Sarnie Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. For less than £14K? Nice try Liam. It's going up for 17k Well when it doesn't sell at £17k, hit my PM button Quote
H5 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 I think it all depends on what mods you want to do.I'm looking at selling mine at end of September with over 10k in mods,but not advertised it yet. Behave Wayne!! Quote
clarkie34 Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 Well when it doesn't sell at £17k, hit my PM button Already had one enquiry. Quote
N!ck-z Posted August 3, 2010 Posted August 3, 2010 Im thinking of selling mine if your interested..... 53 (2004) Red UK GT, 41k with rays and a couple of mods.... PM if your interested?? Quote
Danny 350Z Posted August 4, 2010 Posted August 4, 2010 I'd by a newer, unmolested, low mileage Zed. The car looks sweet enough that it doesn't have to be modded imo. Quote
CrumbMC Posted February 24, 2011 Posted February 24, 2011 I would look for a charged one if i were to buy again. from personal experience you save a lot of cash buying a car thats allready modified if it's to your taste. but make sure it has been modified by someone who loves the car and has done everything properly. Quote
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