josh2005 Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 Hi everyone! Previous 350z owner and long time lurker!! I'm looking at getting a 370z, I've seen a few I like but I didn't know if there's any major disadvantage of the base model over the gt? My old 350z didn't have the Sat nav and I'm not a leather seat fan either! I like the look of the bigger 19inch wheels but surely the 18s don't compromise the handling at all and lowering by 20mm would fill the arches with 18s? If anyone could shed some light on this it'd be appreciated as I can't see any major problem with the base model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 (edited) hey ive got a 2010 gt apart from bigger wheels and the other obvious things better sound system seats etc the one thing i know of is the brakes im sure the base model has smaller brakes Edited April 2, 2015 by nissanman312 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sipar69 Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 There's no problem with it as such but the vast majority of people go for the GT pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh2005 Posted April 2, 2015 Author Share Posted April 2, 2015 Am I right in saying it doesn't have the synchrorev feature? I thought the brakes were the same on them too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
370Ad Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 Official website says this is what you get extra on a GT model. http://m.nissan.co.uk/specification?EltToShow=103630&modelType=passenger&modelCode=103207&md2psid=1-142801214088379168 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWZ Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 My thoughts:- Standard. - No syncro rev - No USB for connecting your phone or playing stored music on your phone (excellent IMO on the GT). GT - go for the 2010 with the hi-res nav as this comes with USB. - Dead easy to fit a reversing camera with the nav if not already fitted (essential). - Half leather seats this time around so no issues for you there. Heated as well. - And the 19's are glorious! - Oh, and the bluetooth is excellent as I found out on the M40 talking to my Mrs the other day, she could hear me properly. - Syncro rev is lovely when around town but takes some getting used to if you ever coast your gears then look out. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sipar69 Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Official website says this is what you get extra on a GT model. http://m.nissan.co.uk/specification?EltToShow=103630&modelType=passenger&modelCode=103207&md2psid=1-142801214088379168 Interesting. My other half loves the gear position indicator. She'd be lost without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Am I talking rubbish about the brakes them? Apologies if I am Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chips Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I'm a recent 370z owner. Standard issue 2011 manual gt. here's my 2c. I've just started playing around with the syncro rev. and the more I get used to the car the more I'm really surprisingly impressed with it. Really glad I have it, probably will be a 'must-have' feature for me now. Initial feeling is you can switch it off if you want some engine braking or want to drop it back to help kick it sideways but it's really neat at any other time. I've got an Ecutek lined up which apparently improves the sluggish standard responsiveness which will even more improve that area. Standard seats a nice and have the luxury features if you like that however I'm keeping an eye out for some of the new Nismo Recaros as the fit could be improved. I like the standard issue 19 rays but if I had got the 18's it gives the opportunity to change em for some 20's or some other cool non standard wheels. -win-win situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne370Z Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) Sat Nav is only standard on newer GT`s. When I got mine it was an optional extra on the GT (and pretty much brought the price up to that of the GT Edition). Edited April 3, 2015 by Wayne370Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh2005 Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 Thanks for all of the replies, the only thing I hadn't considered really was the syncrorev feature, I guess something like that couldn't be retrofitted? Wheels and Sound System/Sat Nav doesn't fuss me too much as i'd look to change them at some point anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Brakes are the same Standard 370 spec list: 370 Z STANDARD FEATURES Aggressive performance, sleek styling and unmatched exhilaration are the only standards set by the 370 Z. You want more? Decide the level of comfort, convenience and visual impact yourself to take the best to the next level. POWER TRAIN/MECHANICAL • 3.7 V6 VVEL petrol engine • 6 Speed manual transmission • Ventilated discs with opposed and cast aluminium caliper (4 pistons for front and 2 pistons for rear) • Front wheel independent double wishbone suspension • Rear multi link suspension • Front and rear anti-roll bars • Electric power speed sensitive steering wheel BODY/EXTERIOR • 225/50 R18 front tyres • 245/45 R18 rear tyres • 18" cast alloy wheels front and rear • Dual exhaust pipe stainless steel nishers • Bi xenon head lamps (projector type) with head lamp washer and auto leveler • LED rear lamps and high mounted stop lamp • Flashing Z emblem integrated into side indicator • Glass mounted antenna • Front spoiler • Rear spoiler • Flat blade wiper • UV reducing green glass ---------------------------------------------------------- GT Spec: POWER TRAIN/MECHANICAL • Synchro rev control INTERIOR • S uede door trim • B lack Lea ther/S uede sea ts • S eat back pockets • Heated sea ts • Driver lumbar support AUDIO SYSTEM • B ose audio sound sys tem with 8 speake rs (6 speake rs + 2 woofers) • 6 CD changer COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE • Cruise Control and speed limiter with switches on s teering wheel • Gea r position indicator EXTERIOR • 19" RAY S forged alloy wheels • 245 / 45 R19 (front) • 275/35 R19 (rear) SAFETY AND SECURITY • Tyre repair kit OPTIONS • Scr atch shield metallic or pearl paint • Integrated sa tellite navigation system • 7 speed au tomatic transmission with magnesium paddle shift Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissanman312 Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Thanks for all of the replies, the only thing I hadn't considered really was the syncrorev feature, I guess something like that couldn't be retrofitted? Wheels and Sound System/Sat Nav doesn't fuss me too much as i'd look to change them at some point anyway. You can't be looking at that much less for a base surly get the gt and all the kit that goes with it I made that mistake with my ctr and always regretted it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh2005 Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 Thanks for all of the replies, the only thing I hadn't considered really was the syncrorev feature, I guess something like that couldn't be retrofitted? Wheels and Sound System/Sat Nav doesn't fuss me too much as i'd look to change them at some point anyway. You can't be looking at that much less for a base surly get the gt and all the kit that goes with it I made that mistake with my ctr and always regretted it It's about £3000 difference i'd imagine which to me would be the new set of wheels, suspension and a nicer exhaust! I live on the IoW where 19s would be pointless because of potholes etc (I went through so many tyres in my old 350z) so I don't want any bigger than 18s! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamic Turtle Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 You'd be mad to opt for the non-GT model. Nissan only offer it to get an initially impressive 27-handle on the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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