Left over 370Z

After a quick search via Autotrader I found quite a few dealers still with "new" 2014 stock. Even my dealer 5min away has a loaded black Nismo version. I would say a deal could be had.

On on the one in the OP I would guess 30-31k based on a quick truecar estimate. I just depends on how badly they want to move it.
 
There are many 2014 Zs brand new still on dealers lots. Nissan is not offering any incentives to dealers to move them and the dealers won't come off the price. Try finding a used 2014 Z. Not very many, especially if you are looking for a roadster. They didn't make many for the U.S. Market. I picked up my 3rd roadster by luck, a 2014 Touring with sport package slightly used for $15k off the sticker, CPO so longer warranty. Loads of fun to drive and you don't see one on every corner. Every time I fill it up a few people come over and ask questions about it. With all the Vettes, Chargers, Mustangs on every corner it stands out. Don't get me wrong I love the new Vette, Porschse 911, Jags, but when you drop the tops the prices are crazy.
 
rlmccarty2000 said:
There are many 2014 Zs brand new still on dealers lots. Nissan is not offering any incentives to dealers to move them and the dealers won't come off the price.
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That's because the smart consumer won't buy one. It's no longer a performance car, the dog won't even hunt. The days of a sub-3000lb two seater are gone. The FM platform is suited for sedans and Sport SUV's. 0-60 in 5.1 seconds is mid-pack for sports cars, the new WRX hits it in 4.7. You'd be better off with a new Mustang. And those are strong words from me, a person that wouldn't buy a Mustang.

$30k for what is essentially a 10YO car. Simply put: smart buyers don't want them.. THAT is why they're sitting on dealer lots.
 
Ccrew said:
That's because the smart consumer won't buy one. It's no longer a performance car, the dog won't even hunt. The days of a sub-3000lb two seater are gone. The FM platform is suited for sedans and Sport SUV's. 0-60 in 5.1 seconds is mid-pack for sports cars, the new WRX hits it in 4.7. You'd be better off with a new Mustang. And those are strong words from me, a person that wouldn't buy a Mustang.

$30k for what is essentially a 10YO car. Simply put: smart buyers don't want them.. THAT is why they're sitting on dealer lots.
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Nonetheless, Im not a Nissan fan by any means although id take a GT-R, my buddy had a red 370z couple years ago with the sport package. It was a pretty fun car.
 
I'm not going to argue with anyone about my or their choice of cars. The Z is a fun, fast car that can be had for 30k. I don't want 4 seats. The new Miata might be nice or a Subaru/Toyota BRZ is in that range. I hope the new Mustang is fun to drive, even my 77 year old Mother thinks it is cute, but you need to know she brought in one of the first Toyota Celicas in 1971. The Z is a great car if you have good driving skills and the right place to drive it. I have had MGs, Triumph Spitfires, 2 Vettes, and 3 Zs and I can say the Z is the best but I did love that Spitfire. Enjoy your ride.
 
I'd take a new Z over a Mustang any day. I don't care which car is faster. IME, with Ford you get a rolling test mule. Nissan quality is much higher than Ford will ever be, and you don't see like 50 Zs every time you roll down the road.

For whatever reason, even if the Z is due for a refresh, the car just has more style than a comparable Mustang. I know there are Mustangs that are like 600 HP or whatever now from the factory - but they also aren't 30k.

That being said, the Z convertible is hideous.
 
Swanicyouth said:
I'd take a new Z over a Mustang any day. I don't care which car is faster. IME, with Ford you get a rolling test mule. Nissan quality is much higher than Ford will ever be, and you don't see like 50 Zs every time you roll down the road.

For whatever reason, even if the Z is due for a refresh, the car just has more style than a comparable Mustang. I know there are Mustangs that are like 600 HP or whatever now from the factory - but they also aren't 30k.

That being said, the Z convertible is hideous.
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Nissan has more quality? That's why owners are complaining of severe rust problems.

And a Mustang GT w/ +400HP can be had in the $30k's
 
I had a friend who had one of the first 240Z's and yeah it was Japanese, light duty interior, etc., but it was a rocking 2-seater for the times..

Have seen the shape and materials evolve over the years, - remember going into a Datsun/Nissan Dealership and seeing the 300Z and that polarizing shape and power, and now
it has evolved into an even more interesting shape..

I think it looks great standing still or going down the highway..

And for sure you will never see yourself coming back the other direction...

Just not many of them in any year out there..
Dan F
 
After OWNING 3 Z roadsters I can say that they are built very well, not a touch of rust (Georgia). My wife bought a Juke to replace her Frontier. The Juke is strange looking but it grows on you. 188 hp moves pretty good. No problems with rust on it or the Frontier or on the 1993 Nissan truck that I sold 4 years ago. I also owned a beautiful green Maxima I leased for two years back in 1995 and I bought a brand new Sentra for $2995 way back in 1980 that ran basically until the wheels fell off. I'm not a Nissan fanboy by any means, but with experience comes good judgement. Don't get me talking about my 89 and 93 Vettes, I loved them but fit and finish was not American cars strong points. I've always not to say bad things about another guys wife, religion, politics, or choice of ride. Different strokes for different folks.
 
Well, I've had issues with rust on my Pathfinder (2001). In fact, I have an appointment at the body shop on Friday to get the fender re-painted because of a rust patch. The patch is the size of a nickel - but I'm not driving around in anything with swirls on it - no less rust.

The thing is - the truck is so damn reliable and awesome in the snow (real 4WD). It's comfortable and not a single thing in it doesn't work perfectly. It gets driven every day. Most of you guys have seen me post numerous reviews with this vehicle and the paint still looks great.

I wouldn't hesitate to buy another Nissan. The rust didn't start until the vehicle was 13 years old and driven in salt and snow each year. If it was a POS, I wouldn't have spent a total of $3k+ to fix the rust.

Most of those JD power surveys and what not are based on "initial quality". I don't know how Nissan fairs, but long term reliability is what matters to me.
 
rlmccarty2000 said:
not a touch of rust (Georgia)
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Well heck, being in the heart of the rust belt like you are that means a lot! You should take it to someplace like... Phoenix to see if the cold affects it too for a good test. The fact that you've owned three says you don't learn the first time :P

Sorry dude, that rust comment just stripped a lot of credibility IMHO. Maybe if you were in Minnesota, but Georgia? Come on..
 
Just saying I could not comment on rust Because I live in Georgia. I did have my Nissan truck in Honduras on the beach for 10 years with no rust problems. I'm not going to comment on something that I have no knowledge of. Sorry if I confused you.
 
I worked at a new car Nissan dealer for 7 years. Let's just say we had fun when a new Z arrived. Never buy a car off the lot, trust me. Especially one of these.
 
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