chippy Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Hi everyone. I been browsing through the technical section for the past few days to get an idea of what a 350z is like and general reliability. I'm currently torn between selling my 2001 2.7l Boxster and getting a 2006 350z or holding onto the Boxster. My box is pretty nice http://www.digitaljersey.co.uk/detailed/dsc00831.jpg but it's getting on to 9 years old and i'm really worried about the catastrophic engine failure issues - my mate blew his similar car (year/mileage) in France last year and it cost him £12k to fix and it's not a uncommon issue. I've had a few niggly problems with it recently and think that now's probably the time to offload it before I get a hefty repair bill for something! The 350z I've got my eye on mthis one for £15,500 cash price http://www.belroyalmotors.com/Used-Cars/350Z-3.5-v6-313-BHP-GT-Pack/ has much better spec than my boxster and I actually prefer the 350z interior (from seeing the pics). So generally speaking how reliable are 350z's? Do you think it's a good price? Thanks Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccaman Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Hi & to the forum. With prices being much lower than they should be that price looks expensive for a cash buy. Have a good look around, you may be able to find a bargain. Reliability is very good so go for one, you wont be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimm Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 to the site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunset350z Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 No serious issues with the Z. Engine being Jap is pretty much bulletproof, not like that german hairdressers car you've got there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xStric9x Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Hi Chippy and welcome to the site . As Maccaman says this car is very expensive for its age, plus it does not have 313 bhp as it is an 06 model which have 296 bhp For the price of this car you could pic up an 07/57 plate which does have 313 bhp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 Hi bud and welcome to the forum. Do the boxsters have the IDS issue. The zed is a better driving car INO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 Welcome to the forum Paul. Stop wondering and buy, you're bound to enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magrillz Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 Hi there, Just one thing to note. I don't think that car is a 313 as it's a 2006. You can tell as all 313 cars are 2007+ (can't remember the exact month but may be June??), have the bulge in the bonnet and also that style of blue was discontinued on 313 cars. Just thought I'd mention it as not sure if you specifically wanted a 313. It looks very nice though. Good luck with the hunt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 to the club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chippy Posted April 24, 2009 Author Share Posted April 24, 2009 Thanks for all the tips guys. I'm taking it for a test drive tomorrow, and have the cash sorted. At the moment the boxster scares me......too many engines blowing and I've got no warranty! I did notice when i looked at it the other day that there were loats of stone chips on the bonnet. The dealer is offering to respray it for free, which I presume will mean it'll be less prone than the standard paint job to re-chipping? I'll also get a 12 month warranty from them too. Is the CD headunit a double din size? If I decide a little further down the road that I wanted satnav could I fit a double din unit in there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H5 Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 Welcome to the club You certainly can fit a sat nav in there. Some come with it already.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccaman Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 All that you need to know:- viewtopic.php?f=17&t=16403&hilit=+Double+din Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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