deank93 Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Hi All, i've been dipping my toe into the forum over the last few months researching bits and bobs while looking into a potential new car, as time has gone on the list had dwindled and the 350z has made it to my short list and for my first post i wanted to pose a few questions if i may. My first is regarding what i should expect to get for my budget of 15K in terms of spec, year, mileage etc. Ideally I'd be after an 06 plate (cheaper tax bracket, it will have a private plate on it anyway), 296 bhp, gun metal grey, low miles, low owners, orange interia but not too fussed, sat nav, bose etc....is that a realistic spec for 15K? I'm also keen on getting a grip on servicing costs, i've keep hearing vastly different prices for the P1, P2 and P3....can anyone give me an idea please? Are there any big potential maintenence costs beyond basic servicing that i may have missed? I'm after a 3rd car for weekend use so mileage would be kept pretty low but i wondered if there were any inherrant problems that have cropped up. And finally, just out of curiosity, has there ever been a recorded 0-100 time for each of the 3 engine specs? to date I have only seem the 309bhp quoted at 13.3 (I think) in Evo magazine. Thanks in advance for any replys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff-r Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 I got my 07 facelift for 16k with 15,000 miles on it 313 version. It's not the GT but then I've never been one for electric seats (I'm still young my arms work ), I don't really like cruise control so that would have been a wasted feature on me, and the Bose isn't the best, you got a V6 for that! But in answer to your question 15k should be fine for what you're after. I just had a P2 service, cost £300 quid but then that was at a Nissan garage and to be honest once it's out of warranty I'll be taking it to a Nissan specialist for a lower price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 You'll get all you want for 15k .... buy from someone known to 350Z-UK members and you'll have no probs 0-100 = around 14 secs servicing isn't expensive ...around £200.00 only big cost is fuel .. but then it is a performance car, not a shopping trolley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Welcome to the club, lots of helpful people here. lots of info worth reading and its advised to sit down for 2 weeks and browse with the search button as most things have been covered before. but i'll get you started off. My first is regarding what i should expect to get for my budget of 15K in terms of spec, year, mileage etc. Ideally I'd be after an 06 plate (cheaper tax bracket, it will have a private plate on it anyway), 296 bhp, gun metal grey, low miles, low owners, orange interia but not too fussed, sat nav, bose etc....is that a realistic spec for 15K? 296 bhp cars are in the new tax bracket, if you want cheaper tax you need to find one registered before april the 20th 2006. to give you an idea i bout mine about 18 months ago for dead on 15k and it was a 2006 with 12k on the clock and full GT pack. for your money you might even be able to get the newer 313 model I'm also keen on getting a grip on servicing costs, i've keep hearing vastly different prices for the P1, P2 and P3....can anyone give me an idea please? my last service was a P3 which is the biggie i spent about £100 on consumables and £220 for the service it's self prices vary around the country general consensus is if its out of warranty take it to a zed specialist and avoid nissan dealerships like the plague. i think P1's are around £100 and P2's are about £150 ish spark will need doing at about 54,000 Are there any big potential maintenence costs beyond basic servicing that i may have missed? I'm after a 3rd car for weekend use so mileage would be kept pretty low but i wondered if there were any inherrant problems that have cropped up. zeds are pretty bullet proof as long as they have been well looked after and serviced regularly, the only expensive maintance cost i've come across is the gear box/clutch have been a few people who've had to put new clutches in after about 30k but the majority last for ages. And finally, just out of curiosity, has there ever been a recorded 0-100 time for each of the 3 engine specs? to date I have only seem the 309bhp quoted at 13.3 (I think) in Evo magazine. there is a thread on here discussing 0-60's but i think it also talked about 0-100's as well, you'll need to search for it as i can;t remember where it is hope that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deank93 Posted April 23, 2010 Author Share Posted April 23, 2010 Excellent...thanks very much for the speedy and very informative replys. Thankfully i have a company credit card for all my fuel needs so that'll cut down on my outgoings...nothing quite like a little white lie on my mileage claims to top up my weekend car So i won't get a 296bhp on the cheaper tax? i don't know why but i had in my head that the cut off date for cheaper tax was March 23rd so when I've been looking on Autotrader and pistonheads that's what I have had in mind. I keep checking various website with 350z for sale but have yet to come across exactly what i'm after....if anyone knows of anybody on here who may be looking to move on to pastures new in June, July time I'm all ears. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 the 296 didn't come out till later in the year of 2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 If you want to stick a post in the wanted section giving roughly what you are looking for there are guys on here with time to look. There is also a post for new members in the FAQ section with a few good links for prospective buyers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMIE MOY Posted April 23, 2010 Share Posted April 23, 2010 I know Jay on here was thinking of selling his 350z, it's silver and also has orange leather with low milege......... Pm him as it's a very nice car and I don't think it's priced bad as far as I can remember.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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spursmaddave Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 As already said if you want the cheaper tax bracket then 15k maybe a little over the top even if the car has very low mileage, if you have that budget why not look at new ones with the better interior, better engine and just suck in the extra £200+ tax... Or get one in a proper colour ( not just primer ) and without the David Dickinson leather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 Welcome to the forum. Good luck with finding the right Zed for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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deank93 Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 As already said if you want the cheaper tax bracket then 15k maybe a little over the top even if the car has very low mileage, if you have that budget why not look at new ones with the better interior, better engine and just suck in the extra £200+ tax... Or get one in a proper colour ( not just primer ) and without the David Dickinson leather Makes sense...for the sake of a couple of quid extra on tax the plus points seem to out weigh the minus points. The thinking behind the Dicko leather was that with a grey car I'd like the inside to be nice and bright. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deank93 Posted April 24, 2010 Author Share Posted April 24, 2010 The other cars to make it to my short list are an Evo 6.5 Tommi mak edition, Scooby STI UK.....does anyone have any camparable experience of either of these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 The other cars to make it to my short list are an Evo 6.5 Tommi mak edition, Scooby STI UK.....does anyone have any camparable experience of either of these? Here's my 6.5 didn't handle as well as the Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 The other cars to make it to my short list are an Evo 6.5 Tommi mak edition, Scooby STI UK.....does anyone have any camparable experience of either of these? Here's my 6.5[attachment=0]GT2.jpg[/attachment] didn't handle as well as the Z Love the flared front bumper and bulge bonnet but imo it needs spacers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 The other cars to make it to my short list are an Evo 6.5 Tommi mak edition, Scooby STI UK.....does anyone have any camparable experience of either of these? They just can't be compared to a Zed. Scooby STI is a turbo rally nutter saloon car with 4WD. The EVO is a turbo rally nutter saloon car with 4WD and the tommi mak is desirable, collectable and AWESOME! The Zed looks a hell of a lot better but doesn't go as much, doesn't grip as much and has a torquey NA engine with RWD. I'd advise driving all the cars to see what you want. If you want a thump in the back get a turbo nutter. If you want a good looking GT car with an exploitable chassis then get a Zed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisS Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 Just got back from Mod Live at Oulton. 11 Club Zeds and 1 in the car park.(carded) 100's and 100's of Scooobyyys 100's and 100's of Evo's Get a Zed.............you know it makes sence. Tis more exclusive a club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted April 24, 2010 Share Posted April 24, 2010 i don'y know about exclusivity was just in a car park in shotley with another 3 zeds parked next to me. it was a mini meet though all good cars in your options list, but you need to find whats right for you. my mates got a scooby, and they really drink fuel, alot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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