majorupset Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Hi folks. Not a 350z owner (yet)... but am seriously considering it. I am looking for a 2 seater convertible sports car. Ive test driven a few; boxster, z4, tt. ... none of which inspired. I had dismissed the 350z because was worried about the low mpg (my other car is a audi a4 tdi - and i get 50mpg easily, so dropping to <20 was a worry). But... it's dawned on me that i will spend less on a 350z (than a comparable boxster or z4)- and this will fund the fuel :-).... it also seems that you get a lot more for your money with a 350z. Ive test driven one - and I loved it. It felt alive - I felt alive ! I've been on the lookout for so long - and I seem to have become all indecisive over it (which is really unlike me). I need a push - and it seems this is the place I will get one. Having looked for a couple of weeks now - this looks to be the one that ticks most of my cliched boxes: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150848457610?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_836wt_1182 Any thoughts, suggestions, advice - gratefully received The Major. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveRS Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Welcome along The 350z is definitely the way forward......I would say that though Very nice example Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 do it you only live once oh and Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Zada Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Go for it mate Im glad i did Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cragus Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Dive in and don't look back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanzed Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 to the forum. I considered all the cars you have and some others. If you have driven one and you loved it,for me its a no brainer. You will get the same feeling every time you drive it. I wouldn't swop mine for any of the cars you have listed. Go for it!! Plus you will have the pleasure of using the best car forum on t'internet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 to the forum - I love the way you have justified the mpg vs cost of buying - excellent car buying logic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Offer him £8k and let him work you up til £8.5k then bite his hand off! Such a nice clean looking motor, in the fastest colour too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oj121 Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Only convert id look at along side is the SLK350 as it is VERY nice in the metal and also has an amazing engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E15-Zed Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Just bought one two weeks ago, am getting about 24mpg but you don't buy a sports car for fuel consumption....plenty of cars with better fuel consumption If you're serious about a sports car then better quality fuel, tyres, brakes etc are all a must so its probably going to become your next biggest expense after your mortgage..... It is fun though and if you get a good example and look after it and it isn't for you then sell it on and get yourself a 3 series diesel? Go for it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Not sure about <20 mpg? I average about 25 mpg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 You wont spend more on a well sorted Z4 but you'll be getting a much gasher (is that a word? It is now!) car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E15-Zed Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 You wont spend more on a well sorted Z4 but you'll be getting a much gasher (is that a word? It is now!) car. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Just do it, stop being a pussy life is too short, who cares about mpg when you grin from ear to ear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 There are plenty of threads on here where MPG is discussed. If you're expecting to get <20MPG you may be pleasantly surprised. Obviously this figure depends a lot on how and where you drive, but mid to high 20's is average and easily achievable. My car is my daily drive and I get around 26. to the forum. Just do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasso Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 I'd love to learn how to drive the Zed and get mid 20's in town. I get mid to late 20's on the motorway. Thing is I get bored being conservative, best to just enjoy the car, I might not be here tomorrow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Now buy one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogyRev Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Welcome Along Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 There's also a friendly vibrant, helpful Z community too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 I'd love to learn how to drive the Zed and get mid 20's in town. I get mid to late 20's on the motorway. Thing is I get bored being conservative, best to just enjoy the car, I might not be here tomorrow? Ian, you just need to learn to drive........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majorupset Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Thanks all. That was all I needed. Convinced now. And very excited. Will update you on progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Thanks all. That was all I needed. Convinced now. And very excited. Will update you on progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 And so it begins............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilMH Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Look forward to an update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrustyCrab Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 And yeah, buy a Zed you won't regret it I'd love to learn how to drive the Zed and get mid 20's in town. I get mid to late 20's on the motorway. Thing is I get bored being conservative, best to just enjoy the car, I might not be here tomorrow? Very true I managed to get my mpg from 18 back to 20.9 driving from Surrey to notts and back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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