To Z or not

[Pimpnyou204]

Every car ive owned and pretty much ever want to own is a coupe... I just like smaller quicker agile cars I guess because I do more swurving and such then speeding (tons of cars and traffic.) Anyways to the point I currently own a 2010 Altima coupe 2.5 auto. I got it at 25k in a lease at .01% which was lower than financing. I've always wanted a Z obviously sexy as hell and quick. I've had it 21 monthes and I have 15 left.

Paid- 25k
Left on lease- 5460
Left on car after lease- 12k
Left on car- 17

What I hope to do is get a 2007 for about 13000 I have a bunch around me and put around 3000 in performance parts into it and the left over I could just save for any repairs that might occur.

What In your opinion would u do?
Wait till lease is up and do it or do it now? Or just keep the coupe bcuz it's brand new and upgrade that a slight bit.
Is a used Z the same quality and longevity as a new Altima?

[Encryptshun]

You are seriously asking if a used, 5-year-old Z would have the same quality and longevity as a new Altima? It depends on how the Z was driven. Think about how you'd drive it and assume any used vehicle as been driven just the same or harder. An Altima coupe is not a sports car, but at least yours has a history you know and understand.

Don't jump to a decision you're going to regret later. I would wait until you are out of your current financial obligation and then see what the market is like.

[370Z/28]

Wow. That is exactly why I have never leased a vehicle. I want to be able to get what I want when I want it.

Wait and get a Z. You will love it. Buy it. I paid $28k for mine new and got like 2.99%. In 36 months he will be all mine....of course by then I will probably be chomping at the bit for a new Z.

[Pimpnyou204]

You are seriously asking if a used, 5-year-old Z would have the same quality and longevity as a new Altima? It depends on how the Z was driven. Think about how you'd drive it and assume any used vehicle as been driven just the same or harder. An Altima coupe is not a sports car, but at least yours has a history you know and understand.

Don't jump to a decision you're going to regret later. I would wait until you are out of your current financial obligation and then see what the market is like.

Actually kinda yea heh I mean like look at the 90s civics I bet you they still run over most cars even at 100k and of they do have issues it'll be half the cost. Linda different story but yea. I'd consider a Z a luxury kinda sports car. It's got the leather power options nav etc maybe not as clean as Audi or such but still.

I guess what I'm asking is are there more recurring problems with the Altima or the Z. I do really would rather have the 350 but is it more worth while financially to keep a 2 year or a 4 year but upper scale model of the same manufacturer.

[Pimpnyou204]

Wow. That is exactly why I have never leased a vehicle. I want to be able to get what I want when I want it.

Wait and get a Z. You will love it. Buy it. I paid $28k for mine new and got like 2.99%. In 36 months he will be all mine....of course by then I will probably be chomping at the bit for a new Z.

Actually unless theirs a hidden fine print leasing is better. At the end of 36 monthes I can just walk away and get something new or finish paying what is left just like when u buy. At any time I can go choose to sell or buy it out right if I want I just have to pay the full price of the car which is the same as buying. The only difference I've noticed is insurance it's like slightly higher but with a .01% interest on my lease I think it's a fair trade. This all my understanding of I'm wrong feel free.

[370Z/28]

I don't know about long term, but the year I have had mine has been totally problem free. Its a good solid car.

You know your finances better than anybody on this board. You just need to decide which car you want. I can tell you right now that I get nothing but compliments and double takes. I had a G37 coupe before my Z. It wasn't near sporty enough for me.

Why don't you finish out your lease and be saving for a new Z?

[Pimpnyou204]

I'm not really worried about finances I mean I have good credit and money isnt a big deal but saving on top of the lease and such is a bit harder. But honestly switching to a used 350 I'll actually save I mean currently 17 left on the lease and if I pick up a good quality 2007 I'm looking around 13k 2008 is a slight jump. I mean I love the car and everyone I see I talk to them and no one complains ever outside the dash but that's known. It's def I want to but is it a good idea to

[370Z/28]

You only live once kiddo. I once said that if I have to drive to and from work 5 days a week, I'm at least going to enjoy the ride.



There again, I might be a bad influence. You might want to discuss this with someone that has a more mature attitude.

[Pimpnyou204]

You know that's been my strongest opinion so far. When I was younger I drove even more on trips and such (civic) and my jobs have always been a good 15 miles minimum. But now I've come to think I ought to treat my self I'm in my car the most outside my bed and job. I guess we both seem to have a bad immature side heh.

[370Z/28]

Post a pic of the Z when you get it.

[BusyBadger]

I was almost finished with a long reply before my power went out.

I'll try and recreate it later, but for now...

If they are of equal quality it's no big deal, but if they aren't you're going to be paying for the Z fixes out of pocket where Nissan should have you covered for the Altima.