Nissan 350Z Roadster (2005 - 2010) 3.5 V6 GT 2d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
A bit flash and a lot of kudos, but sensible with it. It's the sports car for a sensible man and every time I seek a Boxster or SLK or Z4 they make me laugh. They are a waste of time by comparison.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone loves it, from old women to 15 year old lay-abouts. People walk past in the street and say nice things about it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
If I ever directly replace this car it will be because I've come into serious money where spending £70k+ on an Aston or Lambo or Ferrari means nothing. If I dont, I would be tempted to just trade in for the 309BHP version.
What are you likely to buy next?
I dont want to think about the day I have to part with it. I will miss it more than most/all my ex girlfriends. (And, yes, they were all lovely girls - that car is just better!).
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£21,500
When did you buy the car?
March 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
fair-ish price for a great car. Nissan dealer prices were way steeper for exact same car/spec yet I still have full nissan warranty
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
good service when buying
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A true drivers car. The balance and handling is as good as anything I've ever driven and that includes a bit of exotica... Smooths London roads well considering firm ride. Great torque and pull from any gear.
What's it like to park?
Hard to reverse. Fit parking sensors as this is a long vehicle...
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Bose CD player jammed but sorted in a week at West London Nissan - no quibles. Cant blame nissan for Bose products. The car has been superb in all conditions, including icy motorways on cold december evenings. On twisty roads in The Lakes it makes you feel great to be alive. Turns heads on Regent Street too!
What's most practical about your car?
Not practical but the way it devours the miles is astonishing. No other car at this price can touch it. Fact. I could buy a 911 but just dont see the point. Yes, if you aren't a badge ponce this is a better buy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Colour scheme: black on black with Wrays and orange stitching on leather. Engine note is the best accessory. It took me 9 months to get the stereo sorted, the engine sound is that good.
