350z, anyone with one? looking for feedback Options

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MOST likely going to pull the trigger on one of these cars: AP2 S2000, 350Z, or G35. Most likely the 350z because I absolutely love the body style and power it delivers. I'd probably consider the G35 Coupe too because it has seating for four (3 kids - although still will have the CRV to haul around) with same performance as the Z.

It's going to be a DD with simple mods with some 19x9.5 and 19x10.5 (maybe wider) wheels slammed on coilovers. Really looking for a semi fun, good handling RWD 2 seater.

Anyone here own, owned, or driven one have any feedback on how it drives, problematic areas, better years, etc. Our local club's website has been shut down and I don't feel like joining another forum. I'd peek (or google ) but I figure I'd ask first to see if anyone out there has first hand experience. I'll probably test drive my good friend's brother's 03 350Z this weekend.

THanks!

[dustin15brown]

I loved my Z. Couldn't have asked for a better car. Very sad to see that some idiot totaled it a few months after I sold it.

Working on the car/under the hood isn't too bad. The wiring in the dash is more complicated, but no real reason to be in there.

Daniel brings up all of the major issues with the Z. The clutch is very high (and can be adjusted down some) but you get used to it. Definitely will look like an idiot a few times just revving before you take off.

Saying that, you have kids. Yes, you have the people hauler, but you still have them. If money is any sort of an issue, you need a back seat. Otherwise, when the CRV breaks down, you're SOL. Get the G35. It's the same car as the z, just a softer suspension, quieter exhaust, and more luxurious. You lose a bit of the sports car feel, BUT it has a backseat. Until you can 100% say that you would never be in a situation where kids need to be in your car, then you should avoid the Z.