L4V15 Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 Hi everybody. I'm looking to collect a 370z on Monday. I've previously owned a couple of 350z's and don't know a huge amount about the 370z, ie common problems to look out for etc. This one isn't a complete minter however the price does reflect that. It's HPI clear and one owner from new which is something. I'll be travelling 300miles to collect it so I would like to know what sort of things I can look out for and also how easily available replacement parts are such as the central storage compartment lid and the lower gear stick surround. It also has a couple of old stone chips which have began to bubble, is this normal as my 350z's never had this problem. I'll attached photos for you to see. If anybody could advise me on whether these parts are easily available to replace, what else I should be looking out for on an 2010 80k mile 370z. Also what the best and most cost effective modifications are would be handy to know. Ie which air filters, which exhausts etc for gains and sound. Thank you very much in advance and sorry if its all been covered previously but I'm not a good searcher. http://s41.photobucket.com/user/L4V15/library/370z?sort=3&page=1 Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatrab Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 (edited) Howdy! I'm a newbie too, but it might be worth a read of my thread here: http://www.350z-uk.c...ce-appreciated/ Although it doesnt cover all the topics you mention, there is some very helpfull info on what to look out for etc. Cheers! Edited August 7, 2015 by fatrab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taff Posted August 7, 2015 Share Posted August 7, 2015 I've just fitted a new storage compartment lid in the dash & it's a little fiddly but generally straightforward, there are a couple of videos on You Tube which show you how to remove a radio & these are very good for giving you the method needed for removing the compartment lid (you don't need to go as far as removing the radio). Just search removing the radio on a Nissan 370z & a couple will come up, one is for a 2009 car but the method is the same for a 2010 model & the 2nd one is done by a guy with a bag over his head (yes really - just to show how easy it is) both are good & only take approx. 5 mins each so you can watch both to make sure that you've got the method clear. The new lid is quite expensive, it comes as a complete unit with the rest of the storage pod, you can't get them separately. I got mine from the dealership & it came to £157. Once you've got the front cover off you should find that the storage compartment is screwed in place & also has a couple of lugs which fit behind the air vent units, you obviously have to undo all the screws (self tappers) & you will need to take off one of the air vents, they have moulded in clips & are a bit of a pain to remove but with a bit of care they will come off & refitting them is just a matter of pushing them back into place until the clips re-engage. Once that's done the old storage pod will literally fall out & the new one will go back in within a few minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L4V15 Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 I've just fitted a new storage compartment lid in the dash & it's a little fiddly but generally straightforward, there are a couple of videos on You Tube which show you how to remove a radio & these are very good for giving you the method needed for removing the compartment lid (you don't need to go as far as removing the radio). Just search removing the radio on a Nissan 370z & a couple will come up, one is for a 2009 car but the method is the same for a 2010 model & the 2nd one is done by a guy with a bag over his head (yes really - just to show how easy it is) both are good & only take approx. 5 mins each so you can watch both to make sure that you've got the method clear. The new lid is quite expensive, it comes as a complete unit with the rest of the storage pod, you can't get them separately. I got mine from the dealership & it came to £157. Once you've got the front cover off you should find that the storage compartment is screwed in place & also has a couple of lugs which fit behind the air vent units, you obviously have to undo all the screws (self tappers) & you will need to take off one of the air vents, they have moulded in clips & are a bit of a pain to remove but with a bit of care they will come off & refitting them is just a matter of pushing them back into place until the clips re-engage. Once that's done the old storage pod will literally fall out & the new one will go back in within a few minutes. Thanks Taff (and thanks for the useful reply fatrab) but I should have been more clear re the storage compartment lid. Its the one in between the two seats where the arm rest would be. You can see in the photo that its damaged. Any idea on replacing this / sourcing a new one? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 (edited) That looks a bit neglected Full interior for sale here. They might have the bits you need. It is collection only though. http://www.ebay.co.u...=item1ea238f79c Edited August 8, 2015 by Renegade Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veilside z Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Will be interested to see what that interior fetches.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
370Ad Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Is this the one that's 13k on eBay? Personally it doesn't look very looked after, with the rust and the interior issues you might as well spend a bit more and get a better condition one. I got my 59 plate GT 18 months ago for 15k with 32k on the clock. Don't ever rush into car buying and never buy the cheapest one for sale! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taff Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 (edited) Ah! silly me, yes I can see now that you meant the storage bin between the seats. You should be able to get a replacement from the dealers but then you'll pay top dollar. I think that the advice that the guys have given above is pretty sound & it may well be worth looking around for a car that has been looked after somewhat better, I got my 2010 GT at the beginning of the year with 20k on the clock for £17k, but if you're set on buying this particular one I would ask the owner some serious questions as to why they didn't get the stone chips fixed (the one above the windscreen? will probably be expensive to fix properly as the screen needs to come out to ensure that all the rust is cleared & then the whole roof panel will need to be sprayed to get a good match). Does the car have a full service history by an accredited dealer or Nissan specialist, because if not it just adds to the feeling that the car hasn't been looked after very well. Edited August 9, 2015 by Taff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L4V15 Posted August 9, 2015 Author Share Posted August 9, 2015 Cheers for the replies. I can fully appreciate what you're saying and I would normally say the exact same thing to anybody, however I've knocked a lot of money off due to these issues and I have the full story behind why it hasn't been looked after cosmetically. Its had all its services etc. The chap selling it has been so honest with everything which means I know there are no secrets. Its only cosmetic issues which I feel can be sorted and he's accepted £11k which I think is pretty fair considering. The bits highlighted are literally the only issues with the car. Are these small rust issues common on the 370z where its been stone chipped or not? I've never known it on the 350. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 I've never seen rust on a 370 thus far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
370Ad Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Only issues you know of! Don't want to sound pessimistic but someone who would let the Z rot away like that probably hasn't looked after it very well. For example the oil could have run low and caused internal damage. That's 5k to fix if it goes pop, you may well get a bargain but I wouldn't take the gamble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L4V15 Posted August 9, 2015 Author Share Posted August 9, 2015 Thanks for all the replies. I'll sleep on it I think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWZ Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Yeah wait, save a bit more - find a better one. £11k is far too much for that and then your going to have to spend more on it, you'll regret it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sipar69 Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 (edited) Agree. It looks a dud. Spend a bit more for a decent one. Edited August 11, 2015 by sipar69 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veilside z Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 How can that damage happen around the lower gear gaiter, looks like its been picked at. The splitting of seat is well worn or a really heavy person. The front screen will have to come out to attack the rusted front roof section too. Sorry but I think its been abused and that's just looking at the cosmetic side. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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