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veXati0n
08-01-2007, 10:28 AM
Looking for a used car to replace my vette. Prolly looking at getting one of these vehicles next year around spring time.

http://www.fastdrive.org/nissan/toro_350z_1.jpg
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http://www.metserve.com/lexus/images/CIMG0148.jpg
Papero
08-01-2007, 10:35 AM
The IS300 tail lights say "Mommy bought this for me"

350z.
Nocturnal
08-01-2007, 10:41 AM
350z, definitely not a IS300 fan...

Now the Is250/350s are nice looking (but more $$)
GotBoost
08-01-2007, 12:39 PM
I would also look at the g35's. I little bit more than the 350z but in my opinion, just as nice. They have a backseat (while its small it will fit people if need be), and they are a little bit fancier on the inside. The ride is a bit smoother, even though both cars ride like GT cars. The speed is not that much of a difference. If you are even a remotely good driver you will be very close to the 350z. While most people would not agree to this statement, I have seen this happen MANY times. I know the people personally and none of them were crappy drivers. Another plus to the G35 is you still get the same respect as the 350z drivers get. I usually park away from people since I hate door dings, but most of the time I come out of where I am going (Wal-mart, the Mall, etc) there are 350z's or G35's parked next to me. Which in my opinion, is pretty neat. I hope that helps.
MyBike
08-01-2007, 02:35 PM
Any reason why you picked a 350z with a park bench spoiler?
Skiptomylue
08-02-2007, 03:25 AM
im looking at tradeing the rx8 in for the 350z.. i plan on buying a house, and i need something a little more reliable when my warrinty is up, i would deffintly pick the 350z
L4NC3R
08-02-2007, 03:27 AM
A Nissan? Reliable? Since when??!




*mom drives a Quest...
veXati0n
08-02-2007, 10:55 AM
I would also look at the g35's. I little bit more than the 350z but in my opinion, just as nice. They have a backseat (while its small it will fit people if need be), and they are a little bit fancier on the inside. The ride is a bit smoother, even though both cars ride like GT cars. The speed is not that much of a difference. If you are even a remotely good driver you will be very close to the 350z. While most people would not agree to this statement, I have seen this happen MANY times. I know the people personally and none of them were crappy drivers. Another plus to the G35 is you still get the same respect as the 350z drivers get. I usually park away from people since I hate door dings, but most of the time I come out of where I am going (Wal-mart, the Mall, etc) there are 350z's or G35's parked next to me. Which in my opinion, is pretty neat. I hope that helps.

I was listening to the radio today. G35 is the WORST CAR for repairs in a 6mph 'crash'. Several cars were tested at a >7mph 'crash' and a damage assessment was taken. The G35 had $14,000 dollars worth of damage for what I would call a simple bump.

I like the G35, don't get me wrong. But I love the coupe. Some kid with a turbo 350z wants to race my Stock C5 Vette. I think I'd take him, but I still like and respect his car. It's gorgeous.
Y2K_MASTER
08-02-2007, 07:32 PM
what happened to the vette? (my net has been down for 5 days)
haroldthewhite
08-03-2007, 04:58 AM
as a vette driver you'll feel more at home in the 350z, the IS is probably going to be more reliable in the long run since no one really knows how the VQ is going to end up... 350 sounds gnarlier tho
L4NC3R
08-03-2007, 05:10 AM
I definitely suggest reconsidering the IS300. It really is just an all around childish car. I absoultely hate them...
veXati0n
08-03-2007, 04:50 PM
what happened to the vette? (my net has been down for 5 days)

It's too expensive. I want to free some cash up. I want to put 15k back in the bank and toss the other 15k at a decent car that looks just as nice.

I've been pulled over like 5x already now too... :mad:

ARREST ME RED
car_boy_16
08-03-2007, 05:06 PM
as a vette driver you'll feel more at home in the 350z, the IS is probably going to be more reliable in the long run since no one really knows how the VQ is going to end up... 350 sounds gnarlier tho

What do you mean 'no one really knows how the VQ is going to end up...'? The VQ engine is very reliable and has been rated one of the top 10 engines numerous years since it's USA release in 1994.
veXati0n
08-03-2007, 05:47 PM
What do you mean 'no one really knows how the VQ is going to end up...'? The VQ engine is very reliable and has been rated one of the top 10 engines numerous years since it's USA release in 1994.

Agreed. Lexus > Mercedes.