saiper Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 How many miles would you say is to many when looking to buy a 350z? Reason I ask is because I went to look at one the other day, and although very tidy and with full service history, it had close to 90k on the clock. Are the engines generally considered solid even past the 90/100k mark? Cheers J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanted Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 90k miles .........jesus christ, run for the hills Mate forget the mileage, these cars will do very high miles (should do 200k, but i've personally not seen one). At 90k-100k you'll be fine, just go on the condition of the car, and make sure it has a full/good service history 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilMH Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 +1 ...if properly maintained they are capable of very high mileages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J's Zed Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Im sure I've read somewhere Nissan built them to last until 200K miles obviously must be maintained religiously I'd imagine up to that mileage 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackStrong Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 My car has just hit the 90k mark, running as smooth as it was at 60k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 As long as the service history is good, the condition of the car is good and you can 'tell' it's been looked after and maintained, it should be fine. Mine's on 92k now and all original. I've only needed to change the gearbox twice, clutch 3 times, rear diff once, a set of new pistons and rings and 2 new cylinder heads, but just like Trigger's broom, it's just as good as it was when it left the factory. (Apart from the fact that my car is on 92k, none of the last statement is true). 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanted Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 As long as the service history is good, the condition of the car is good and you can 'tell' it's been looked after and maintained, it should be fine. Mine's on 92k now and all original. I've only needed to change the gearbox twice, clutch 3 times, rear diff once, a set of new pistons and rings and 2 new cylinder heads, but just like Trigger's broom, it's just as good as it was when it left the factory. (Apart from the fact that my car is on 92k, none of the last statement is true). :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Buy on condition, not on mileage. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-350 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 My mates E36 M3 is at 150,000 miles - Dyno results last week were 326BHP running faultlessly - And still outruns my 350Z with 50k on it! Mileage means nothing if it has been serviced well! Now I know I am comparing BMW to Nissan, but take for example the E30 325i that was on a rolling road for 4 years that clocked 1 million miles and serviced with Mobil1 products. The parts that they removed from the lump were good enough to go back on the shelf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Mine got 80k on it and runs as sweet as it came out of the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-350 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Mine got 80k on it and runs as sweet as it came out of the factory. You buy yours from new then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabbitstew Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Modern cars can handle high mileage well with no problems. Most people these day say buy on condition/history rather than mileage. HOWEVER..... when it comes to sell your car, not all buyers think the same way. There still is a psychological thing about cars which may have 80k upwards on the clock which puts a lot of buyers off. Personally except for the last couple of cars ive bought, ive always bought cars which have had 80k upwards on the clock. One thing I notice though is that with most cars ive had, 80k is the mileage when things need replacing, like brakes, suspension, clutch etc... so really your better off buying one with 90k on which has had all those things done, than one at 70k or 80k which is coming up to needing those things changed. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-350 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Modern cars can handle high mileage well with no problems. Most people these day say buy on condition/history rather than mileage. HOWEVER..... when it comes to sell your car, not all buyers think the same way. There still is a psychological thing about cars which may have 80k upwards on the clock which puts a lot of buyers off. Personally except for the last couple of cars ive bought, ive always bought cars which have had 80k upwards on the clock. One thing I notice though is that with most cars ive had, 80k is the mileage when things need replacing, like brakes, suspension, clutch etc... so really your better off buying one with 90k on which has had all those things done, than one at 70k or 80k which is coming up to needing those things changed. A bit far fetched when you think that not everyone services there cars at the exact same mileage. A car at 60k mile may still have had parts replaced or serviced that another hasnt at 80k... Also, I wouldn't say that all modern cars will last longer or handle the miles any better, it is still down to how it is serviced and built. Imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saiper Posted March 6, 2013 Author Share Posted March 6, 2013 As long as the service history is good, the condition of the car is good and you can 'tell' it's been looked after and maintained, it should be fine. Mine's on 92k now and all original. I've only needed to change the gearbox twice, clutch 3 times, rear diff once, a set of new pistons and rings and 2 new cylinder heads, but just like Trigger's broom, it's just as good as it was when it left the factory. (Apart from the fact that my car is on 92k, none of the last statement is true). Ha. My heart dropped when I read that. Then I noticed the "disclaimer". Nice one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 ;lol: Always read the small print Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetSet Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Im sure I've read somewhere Nissan built them to last until 200K miles obviously must be maintained religiously I'd imagine up to that mileage The running gear should last 200k easily but as with all cars age will be the biggest factor, I very much doubt that a well maintained car doing 3k a year will ever see 200k . Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ph 7 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I reckon i'm 3 years away from hitting 200K over 178K now but only doing about 7000 per year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Buy on condition, not on mileage. +1 And for a bit of comfort, SMD's DE is approaching 110k I believe and running 300hp via uprev etc and uses very little oil if any So they are out there but Dan's advice is soooo true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ph 7 Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 If someone wants to offer me free dyno time to see what horses are lost then I'm up for that! All in the interest of gaining more knowledge for the forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 my XKR is on 110,000 now, and runs fine, maintainence is everything 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevoD Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Any car will run for ever if its serviced and if a part fails its replaced, its not the Total amount is how its been looked after up to that amount Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Any car will run for ever if its serviced and if a part fails its replaced Wise words Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 my XKR is on 110,000 now, and runs fine, maintainence is everything Following months of graft, toil and extensive garage time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 She runs fine, rusts better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Buy on condition, not on mileage. +1 And for a bit of comfort, SMD's DE is approaching 110k I believe and running 300hp via uprev etc and uses very little oil if any So they are out there but Dan's advice is soooo true Yep on 110k, no issues at 3 MOTs, or at any of the services, doesn't use more than a teaspoon of oil between services, running at 300bhp via upRev and gets me over 32mpg on a decent long run (100 mile+) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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