sailor Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Hi, my first post here! I've had a search around the forum but can't find a conclusive answer to my question. I'm sure it's been answered before but I couldn't find it, sorry! What is the difference with the 350z GT vs the standard 350z? So far as far as I can tell it just means added heated seats and BOSE sound system. Did the GT's come with RAYS wheels too? Most of the ones for sale seem too. Also, it is worth paying up the extra for a HR model or not? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Mcgoo Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Hi welcome to the club. Have a read through the posts in the faq section most of your questions should be answered. http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/18-350z-faq/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 or should I say, hello sailor! The things you'd really want from the base model are Rays, heated leather and Brembos. Although Rays and Brembos could be specc'ed on a non GT I believe. I'd say it's worth the slight premium for the GT over standard. It's definitely worth getting an HR if you have the budget for one though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Brembo's were standard on all UK cars. Imports are different. GT pack includes electric/heated leather seats, BOSE and cruise control. RAYS were optional extras on earlier cars, but became included in the GT pack on later cars - I think it may have been with the facelift, but I'm not certain of that. General consensus seems to be that the HR is the one to go for, but really there are compromises with either so it may just come down to personal preference. Check out the buying guide. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 This ^^^^ IMO buy an HR if your budget allows, otherwise by a facelift 2006 model. The 2006 model may burn a little oil, but it's a small trade off for better interior, lights and a little more power. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brillomaster Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 buy the best one within your budget - plenty of (possibly ignorant) members on here (me included) are happily running early DE zeds, in contrast to later engined cars, mine has never used a drop of oil in the 3 years i've owned it, in fact its been perfectly reliable bar a replacement battery. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjf1985 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Welcome along! I have a 2006 Rev Up (the facelift) and mine doesn't burn all that much oil like the horror stories will tell you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
350zedd Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Just go for the best you can afford. They're all good, depends what you want. I went for the HR....no regrets 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Just go for the best you can afford. They're all good, depends what you want. I went for the HR....no regrets ^^ What zedd said. Welcome aboard sailor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeld Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Try and get a bit of change for mods, since it's pretty much impossible to buy a Zed without wanting to do something to it.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimboy2 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 As already been said get the best you can within your budget. Once I started looking my budget kept growing and growing, but glad I stretched myself for the HR although I have never driven a DE engined model. They are a great car to own. Just make sure there is a service history and try and find out what fuel has been used. These cars MUST be run on premium fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippypooz Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Love my DE, If its mods youre after then DE may see more gains plus 2006 onwards will clobber you for more road tax, double basically. All Zeds are great cars though, just ask VBH!! , and for what you get for your money...well, no car rivals it imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailor Posted January 28, 2015 Author Share Posted January 28, 2015 Thanks for all the advice guys! I'm currently leaning towards the HR models, as the reviews and most people on the forum are pushing me towards it! However, if a well priced low mileage DE comes along I'll snap it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippypooz Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Check the forum for zeds for sale or try pistonheads. good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletMagnet Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 If you hate annoying dipsticks, get an HR 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeld Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 If you hate annoying dipsticks, get an HR Whoever designed the DE dipstick should never be allowed to design anything again ahaha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippypooz Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 If you hate annoying dipsticks, get an HR Sorry, did i annoy you!! hahahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithvmx1200 Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) A very nice Roadster GT and from a very nice man Lol http://www.ukclassif...ge-2509561.html Edited February 1, 2015 by keithvmx1200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veilside z Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Depends on how much road tax you want to pay. April 2006 on saw the price hike. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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