weejohn Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Hi folks. After months of searching for a 350z, I have now purchased one and will be driving it for the first time this Thursday. Its a 54 plate, Gun metal grey GT spec with 42000mls.I paid £6000 for it...not sure if that's over priced but it is in fantastic condition. There are couple of things I would like to replace straight away and would appreciate any tips or where to look. The gear knob is well worn and would like a new one. Also the hydraulic arms (not sure if this is the right name) that holds the boot up doesn't work to well. I was told this happens in cold weather. Also any maintenance tips would be very welcome. I'm not too mechanically minded so if you can offer advice...keep it simple for me. I'll get a photo up later in the week for my profile, its not as fancy as most on here but the standard car is beautiful none the less. Any way hello to everyone and I'm delighted to be part of the fortunate few cheers John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MITZ@CougarStore Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Welcome to the forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4RE Leather Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 (edited) Welcome and Zedmanalex will sort you out with a new Nissan leather gear knob:) As for the boot arms. lift up the back and if need be prop it up. Unpop the trim and you will see a black block in the middle of the tailgate. Unbolt it and leave it out as this is a weight. You will find that it may stay up now and will give you some breathing space until you decide to change the strutts:) Edited February 11, 2013 by 4RE Leather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Welcome! Bit of a noob myself, me and the Zed have our 1 week anniversary on Thursday, absolutely love it so far. I also bought a gun metal 54 GT, with 33000 miles and I paid a chunk more than £6k - so I'd say you've done way better than me! The first thing I changed was the worn gear knob, Steve @ Redline sold me a nice one ( http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/160-redline-styling/ ), quick delivery and I am very pleased with it. Great service. There's a few pictures in his customer photos section to peruse a load of knobs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewan221 Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Welcome to the forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejohn Posted February 11, 2013 Author Share Posted February 11, 2013 Cheers everyone...i'll defo have a closer look at those gear knobs at Redline.....very smart. btw nice profile pic ewan221 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beetleben Posted February 11, 2013 Share Posted February 11, 2013 Welcome and sounds like you got a bargain at that price, you're gonna love driving it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Sounds like you got a decent price Gearknob depends on what you want to spend. Are you looking a Nismo at quite a premium price, or just something nice to replace the old OEM? I personally just went for something to replace it and bought a Richbrook one for £25. I think halford stock them and Demon Tweeks have a huge stock or OMP, Sparco etc if you want something a little more fancy. Otherwise Steve and Redline as previously mentioned has some awesome Nismo's. Try http://www.sgs-engineering.com/gas-struts/car-boot-tailgate/nissan/350z for the struts. I just fitted some of theirs a couple of weeks ago and they fit really well and both cost about half the price of one from Nissan. I also suggest you pay the extra few quid and get the uprated ones (for Nismo spoiler) incase in the future you decide you want to fit some kind of wing. G'luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilscorp Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Welcome =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Aliensurfer Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Sounds like you got a decent price Gearknob depends on what you want to spend. Are you looking a Nismo at quite a premium price, or just something nice to replace the old OEM? I personally just went for something to replace it and bought a Richbrook one for £25. I think halford stock them and Demon Tweeks have a huge stock or OMP, Sparco etc if you want something a little more fancy. Otherwise Steve and Redline as previously mentioned has some awesome Nismo's. Try http://www.sgs-engin...ate/nissan/350z for the struts. I just fitted some of theirs a couple of weeks ago and they fit really well and both cost about half the price of one from Nissan. I also suggest you pay the extra few quid and get the uprated ones (for Nismo spoiler) incase in the future you decide you want to fit some kind of wing. G'luck. I took a look on Demon Tweeks as I've been thinking about a knob replacement since I got the car, just not keen on shelling out £100 for the Nismo ones, as nice as they are. Unfortunately, I now like these..! http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/performance/gear-knobs/auto-style-indy-cator-gearknobs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUG Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 sounds like a good price to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Welcome to the forum, sounds like a good price to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Best colour. Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Welcome to the Land of Zed...you will find all your answers here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Sounds like you got a decent price Gearknob depends on what you want to spend. Are you looking a Nismo at quite a premium price, or just something nice to replace the old OEM? I personally just went for something to replace it and bought a Richbrook one for £25. I think halford stock them and Demon Tweeks have a huge stock or OMP, Sparco etc if you want something a little more fancy. Otherwise Steve and Redline as previously mentioned has some awesome Nismo's. Try http://www.sgs-engin...ate/nissan/350z for the struts. I just fitted some of theirs a couple of weeks ago and they fit really well and both cost about half the price of one from Nissan. I also suggest you pay the extra few quid and get the uprated ones (for Nismo spoiler) incase in the future you decide you want to fit some kind of wing. G'luck. I took a look on Demon Tweeks as I've been thinking about a knob replacement since I got the car, just not keen on shelling out £100 for the Nismo ones, as nice as they are. Unfortunately, I now like these..! http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/performance/gear-knobs/auto-style-indy-cator-gearknobs don't do it!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voodoo Vix Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Hello and John. Congrats on your new purchase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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