Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Well gents - this is my first post as I am after a 350z and I couldnt think of a better place to find out a bit of information and purchase a car from. I'm not going to lie I wanted a skyline but the insurance is ridiculous due to my age (23) sock thought I'd treat myself to a Zed instead. I havent got a massive budget 4-6k. I would like: Gt pack FSH - had its major service! T/T is good Under 80k mileage Colour - what you got? Black is what I'm after. Mods are fine - encouraged even Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 to the forum - afraid though you're possibly not being realsitic with your budget in relation to what you're looking for. You'll find a basic spec import with under 80k on the clock in that price range but not GT spec and certainly not TT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 to the forum - afraid though you're possibly not being realsitic with your budget in relation to what you're looking for. and certainly not TT I think he means Tax and Test, not Twin Turbo But as you say Vik....£4-6k aint gonna get you what you want. You might get a Cat-D at that spec for maybe around £6500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 to the forum - afraid though you're possibly not being realsitic with your budget in relation to what you're looking for. and certainly not TT I think he means Tax and Test, not Twin Turbo But as you say Vik....£4-6k aint gonna get you what you want. You might get a Cat-D at that spec for maybe around £6500. Ahhhh even so not realistic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 good luck with your search just had a quick browse on ebay over 150 cars to pick from som ein price and alot that aren't a few CAT c and D's but the zed is cheap these days and the price keeps coming down so you should get what you want without too much trouble. all these are clean cars from the ad's import for under 6k with nismo goodies http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-350Z-F ... 4164d22e79 import for under 5k http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-NISSAN-3 ... 1e6d24df69 UK GT for under 6K http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3 ... 4844a70691 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 Yeah from what I've searched I didn't think it was too unrealistic. Not bothered if it's an import to be honest - nismo goodies = good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 These are only going to get cheaper and cheaper with the price of petrol so I can wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 good luck with your search just had a quick browse on ebay over 150 cars to pick from som ein price and alot that aren't a few CAT c and D's but the zed is cheap these days and the price keeps coming down so you should get what you want without too much trouble. all these are clean cars from the ad's import for under 6k with nismo goodies http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-350Z-F ... 4164d22e79 import for under 5k http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-NISSAN-3 ... 1e6d24df69 UK GT for under 6K http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3 ... 4844a70691 Thanks for the info, under £6k at dealers should mean under £5k private! Black or red for me I reckon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkjmr Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Quite a few for under 6k. However the mileage may not be below 80k. Gumtree Silver Blue - non gt Both are UK cars and are more than likely high mileage hence why they don't display the mileage Past Ebay Auctions Red means it wasn't sold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabbitstew Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Id also check out the insurance, you may be surprised at how much it will cost. When I got some quotes last it was cheaper for me to insure a nearly new 40grand skyline GTR than it was to insure a 4 year old 350z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkjmr Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Id also check out the insurance, you may be surprised at how much it will cost. When I got some quotes last it was cheaper for me to insure a nearly new 40grand skyline GTR than it was to insure a 4 year old 350z. My insurance was £800 when i was 21 with 2 year ncb and 4 years driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 Id also check out the insurance, you may be surprised at how much it will cost. When I got some quotes last it was cheaper for me to insure a nearly new 40grand skyline GTR than it was to insure a 4 year old 350z. My insurance was £800 when i was 21 with 2 year ncb and 4 years driving. 4.2k for a skyline, £950 for my Zr vvc yet it's only £900 for a RX7, daft isn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 good luck with your search just had a quick browse on ebay over 150 cars to pick from som ein price and alot that aren't a few CAT c and D's but the zed is cheap these days and the price keeps coming down so you should get what you want without too much trouble. all these are clean cars from the ad's import for under 6k with nismo goodies http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-350Z-F ... 4164d22e79 import for under 5k http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-NISSAN-3 ... 1e6d24df69 UK GT for under 6K http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3 ... 4844a70691 Thanks for the info, under £6k at dealers should mean under £5k private! Black or red for me I reckon! Still won't find a GT spec with under 80k on the clock for under 6k Of course there are zeds out there in that price range Cheapest GT spec that I'm aware of anywhere near your mileage requirement http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3757642.htm Next cheapest http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3-5-V6-GT-Pack-/270953985635?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f161db663 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 good luck with your search just had a quick browse on ebay over 150 cars to pick from som ein price and alot that aren't a few CAT c and D's but the zed is cheap these days and the price keeps coming down so you should get what you want without too much trouble. all these are clean cars from the ad's import for under 6k with nismo goodies http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NISSAN-350Z-F ... 4164d22e79 import for under 5k http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-NISSAN-3 ... 1e6d24df69 UK GT for under 6K http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3 ... 4844a70691 Thanks for the info, under £6k at dealers should mean under £5k private! Black or red for me I reckon! Still won't find a GT spec with under 80k on the clock for under 6k Of course there are zeds out there in that price range Cheapest GT spec that I'm aware of anywhere near your mileage requirement http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3757642.htm Next cheapest http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nissan-350Z-3-5-V6-GT-Pack-/270953985635?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f161db663 theres no rush i can wait for the right one, cars like skylines, rx7s and zeds are only going to drop faster as petrol goes up haha - lucky for us who live close to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragon Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 and hope you get what you want but +1 on what vik and others have said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilp Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 I think the prices of the zeds have stabilised now and all the large dropping is done. Enthusiasts are holding on to them longer also. What i would say, with no disrespect, have you researched the full running costs of these? You're budget seems tight to purchase one, just make sure you can afford to fix it in the event a clutch goes etc as that will be well in the region of 1k. I would rather pay an extra 1k for a lower mileage car which has been looked after and already had a decent clutch put in... A high mileage car may require some work which may not be apparent at the time of purchase. We have had plenty of blown engines in the last while with older cars.... Tread cautiously so as not to get a dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manphibian Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Yup, in my experience, all cars end up costing pretty much the same. You either spend the proper going rate, and have no hassle, or get a cheaper one, then spend the same amount you saved, getting it up to spec. Good luck though, there are the odd bargains about if someone is desperate to sell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordielad87 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Good luck in finding your ideal car mate im in same boots as you (currently looking for a nice Z) I don't want to go over £6000 because I only drive on a weekend as have van for work so think its silly paying over £150 out a month when I only gets driven 8 times in month if that makes sense Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilp Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Good luck in finding your ideal car mate im in same boots as you (currently looking for a nice Z) I don't want to go over £6000 because I only drive on a weekend as have van for work so think its silly paying over £150 out a month when I only gets driven 8 times in month if that makes sense Mick I'm similar but spent more on the car as to not get a heap of @*!# which has already had is hole kicked in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastfu Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 what about mine http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230778469238 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 For around £6k you should be able to get a Zed, but probably won't be a GT. For up to £7k you will definitely be able to get your 350z, under 80k with GT pack and FSH. I did Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 19, 2012 Author Share Posted April 19, 2012 Yeah I'm aware of The costs of running a decent car as I had a 330 m sport (2005) before I got my current car -,Downsized to free up cash for a property. My budget is what cash I can get my hands on readily and wouldn't leave me payi g it off anywhere, could wait and get more but the way cars depreciate I don't really want too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Secret Posted April 19, 2012 Author Share Posted April 19, 2012 what about mine http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230778469238 not in the market just yet mate! need to finish my house purchase then im off on a road trip around the states! when i get back i hope my investments will of made some moolah so i can purchase a new car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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