I've had a 350z hardtop and still have a 06 convertible. One neat thing that few people know about because they don't read the owners manual is: In hot weather you push and hold the unlock button and the side windows will go down so you can air out the car before you get into the car. Perhaps not a problem in Scotland, but a cool thing in Kansas City or Florida
I've owned a 1986 300zx, 2005 350z, 2007 350z, and 2015 370z. I enjoyed them a ton. The 370z was the best performer out of the bunch, but the 350z HR wasn't far behind. The HR engine was a nice upgrade from the DE/rev-up. One very simple and cheap mod you can do to wake up a DE engine is to install an intake plenum spacer. The stock intake plenum slopes down towards the front cylinders and they get air-starved at high RPMs. By adding a spacer (basically a thick gasket) to the intake plenum, the problem is solved.
Agreed. I've had cars with more power but the 350Z is much more balanced. It has just enough to get you going without being excessive. And unlike other sports cars of this contemporary, it handles like an absolute dream, even under aggressive acceleration. Just point the wheel where you want to go and it goes there without arguing with you over it. It's one of the most compliant cars I've ever driven.
I am so glad to know that you've had no problems with your Z's. I just purchased a 2006 350z GT Roadster with 70k miles on it and I love it so far. Everything on it works. How many miles do you have on yours?
Lovely video thanks for sharing and what an example to present with. Also worth a mention: - Tailgate struts can be weak. - Oil pressure sensor known to give way. - Cam position sensors. - Differential liquid filled bush common for failing. - BOSE sub woofer amp resistor failing.
Both sensors you mentioned tend to fail at very high mileage, never heard/read about a DE needing cam sensors before hitting 150K+ miles. All the other issues are true, but none make the car undriveable / leave you stranded... as opposed to same-era competitors from Mazda, BMW, Merc, Chevy and Ford.
I appreciate the insights on what to look at while I check out an 09 later today. I've always wanted a 350z, and if all goes well, I'll be an extremely proud owner.
My advice would be to keep checking what's under the hood because over time, my 350z rocker valve covers were wearing out and I had to replace the valve covers and spark plugs and coils. Also keep a look out on the weatherstripping on the passenger side as they tend to leak. Other than that, it's a lovely car to drive and own.
Yes!! My pass. side leaks water in everytime it rains and i dont know what to do to fix it! Idk where exactly its coming from i tried to seal it with the clear silicone but its still leaking
I’ve literally had and resolved every single problem you mentioned apart from a bit of wheel arch rust which I need to get done. I’ve had my car for nine years now and I’ve loved every minute of it. I think it’s a lot of car for the money and I can see these going up in value in the future. I’m certainly going to be holding onto mine. It’s Garaged now and used as a fun car, but it was my daily for about six years. They drink like a fish so factor that in
Awsome machines i feel like a pilot when i sit in them :) Currently have a 350z Gt4 (revup) and apart from a half small cup of oil every other week its been good to me and would harldy call that much maintenance. I prefer it over my older 350z 04 which was fantastic too but actually used the same oil so i havent noticed any differance personally. No smoke out of either.
Just found out this channel, subscribed instantly! Could you guys please make a buyers guide on a mazda 6 MPS? Really interested in that one but heard it has some rod and vvt problems. Thanks and good job!
I’m recently 19, haven’t driven before due to my seizures. I’m looking to start driving and was wondering if a car like this would be obtainable in terms of insurance, or would I have to go with something with abit less power/ cheaper to start. I would be looking to have it for a good 3-5 years. Any help thanks!
I started off with a 79hp Ford fiesta mk6 at 18, now 20 with a 190hp seat Ibiza fr, I’m getting quotes for 2,500 on a 350z when 21 and driving for 3 years. So might be worth waiting
7,500 RPM. The 5AT trans actually 'prefers' manual upshifts at 7,500 over 6,800-7,000, line pressure is optimal and the upshift is smoother closer to redline.
@@jacquesc3166 Thanks for that. I did suspect that it was to provide for use of the manual shift mode. The DE auto is definitely red-lined at 6,600. It testifies to the rev tolerance of the automatic transmission that the 370Z is also red-lined at 7,500 given that it is effectively a stroked version of the HR 350.
Nice out here in USA they are alright nothing like old school cars muscle cars or old car in general I my self have a 1989 CRX that I build old school style on 16 in wheels on 195 45 16 tires dp dich wheels look tuff and sound tuff because I changed the duel points fuel injectors and put a universal Weber will a 272 cam and around 10.1 compression with light weight flywheel and gd clutch kit and others things gd aluminum suspension and others things she is around 1600 pounds she do fly gd on gas and cheap in maintenance and fast real fast and my tune is timming and old flathead screwdriver jjj and when she start to smell a bit of gas she is tune to ramble jjj old school style and people love her looks and sounds like I said 350z are fast but my really do ramble 350z they sometimes don't see the rear lights I build my around 1200 dollar jjjj and people always want to buy her or take pictures of her and she don't even paint like diamond she look old school style nothing fancy as well I build a 1996 Geo tracker old school style and sound tuff with a nice cam and header and free flow exhaust system that I made he in on 10 x15 wheels and on 30 x 10 tires he looks real bulky flare out 4 x4 lockers he look nice people to love my Geo tracker nothing fancy only both old school style and they cost money in USA the 350z in USA is ok but nothing compared to old school cars my I see them all the time in magazine from trails to street races USA asking to make both back to the public well I'm lucky I have both in gd shape to no rust at all I kp them oil up take care gd video
@@Charles-jo8ubi heard they can def be driven hard but i agree, i daily my 08 and drive pretty easy. I take care of my Z even if it will be fine driving it hard. At least a couple times a month (2-3) i rev it out & open the motor up on the parkway when no cars around. Revs out to 7500rpm sounds so good 😅
Cheaply made rot boxes made of cheese.An insult to the Z32 which was far superior in every way.The 350z was 9k Cheaper than the 300zx was at launch.Go figure.
I've owned 4 Zs, including a 300zx. The 350z is a great car. They're not cheaply-made. They've very tough cars and tend to hold up well to abuse. The Z32 went out of production because it got too expensive and complex. The ZX cars went upmarket and occupied a completely different market segment from the original S30 cars, which were very simple and affordable. Nissan went back to the original Z market segment with the Z33 and Z34, and were better for it.
So I’m new to the Z community and car community that is stupid question but I’ve been running 87 octane for about a month and just heard I should run 91 is that true and if it is would my engine still be ok after running 87 I never heard knocking or anything wrong with it so I was really questioning if I needed 91 but someone please let me know thanks
Hey! So the lower octane fuel is unlikely to do any damage. Cars leave the factory with the ability to withstand poorer quality fuels/bad air quality etc. If anything the engine will just pull the timing a little and you’ll lose a few bhp. That being said it’ll almost certainly run better and be a bit better for it to use the higher octane as it’s closer to the original parameters that the car expects.
Probably won't do damage 93 cleaner better for engine and use Lucas fuel injector cleaner to help with gas burning and keep injectors clean. Most of these valve covers oil burning from driving so hard I don't drive mine hard I hit it once and a while just for giggles
I have a HR for about 5 years. I love it but it constantly throws lights for no reason so sadly it will be time to go soon. I'm 30 now so no need for a car like this anymore
@@ScottishCarClan 90k without issues I didn't create myself (had to replace the catalytic converters after a couple bottles of nitrous) The only thing I did preemptively was the front gallery gaskets. I have a 08, the hr's and vhr's both suffer from this. Some issue with the hardware, kills oil pressure and can do damage if not taken care of.
@@peterpotatoes1920 2013-and-up VHRs have different gallery gaskets from the factory, they're bulletproof. Nissan took about 4 years to fix the issue. Interesting idea to keep stock cats on while running nitrous... 😏
Gallery gaskets: DON'T replace the failed ones with NISSAN original spares. Instead use the excellent metal composite aftermarket replacements.
I've had a 350z hardtop and still have a 06 convertible. One neat thing that few people know about because they don't read the owners manual is: In hot weather you push and hold the unlock button and the side windows will go down so you can air out the car before you get into the car. Perhaps not a problem in Scotland, but a cool thing in Kansas City or Florida
Very handy Jeff thanks for commenting. And hey… we get sunny days too you know 😂 … once or twice a year.
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The same feature is almost in every VAG car and at least also in most Volvos.😊
KC baby
My 04 doesn't do it but does if you put the key in the door and hold it in the unlock position
I've owned a 1986 300zx, 2005 350z, 2007 350z, and 2015 370z. I enjoyed them a ton. The 370z was the best performer out of the bunch, but the 350z HR wasn't far behind. The HR engine was a nice upgrade from the DE/rev-up.
One very simple and cheap mod you can do to wake up a DE engine is to install an intake plenum spacer. The stock intake plenum slopes down towards the front cylinders and they get air-starved at high RPMs. By adding a spacer (basically a thick gasket) to the intake plenum, the problem is solved.
I have a DE and am happy with it, plenty of power for me.
Agreed. I've had cars with more power but the 350Z is much more balanced. It has just enough to get you going without being excessive. And unlike other sports cars of this contemporary, it handles like an absolute dream, even under aggressive acceleration. Just point the wheel where you want to go and it goes there without arguing with you over it. It's one of the most compliant cars I've ever driven.
I’ve had two 350z roadsters. Never a problem with either one. They are great cars and so much fun to drive!
Fantastic :-) do enjoy!
I am so glad to know that you've had no problems with your Z's. I just purchased a 2006 350z GT Roadster with 70k miles on it and I love it so far. Everything on it works. How many miles do you have on yours?
@@hogskins3043just bought an 08 350z with 45k miles on it 😊
Lovely video thanks for sharing and what an example to present with.
Also worth a mention:
- Tailgate struts can be weak.
- Oil pressure sensor known to give way.
- Cam position sensors.
- Differential liquid filled bush common for failing.
- BOSE sub woofer amp resistor failing.
Both sensors you mentioned tend to fail at very high mileage, never heard/read about a DE needing cam sensors before hitting 150K+ miles. All the other issues are true, but none make the car undriveable / leave you stranded... as opposed to same-era competitors from Mazda, BMW, Merc, Chevy and Ford.
I appreciate the insights on what to look at while I check out an 09 later today. I've always wanted a 350z, and if all goes well, I'll be an extremely proud owner.
My advice would be to keep checking what's under the hood because over time, my 350z rocker valve covers were wearing out and I had to replace the valve covers and spark plugs and coils. Also keep a look out on the weatherstripping on the passenger side as they tend to leak. Other than that, it's a lovely car to drive and own.
Yes!! My pass. side leaks water in everytime it rains and i dont know what to do to fix it! Idk where exactly its coming from i tried to seal it with the clear silicone but its still leaking
@@redline350zHR Yeah and trying to loom for what actual part you need us hard aswell.
I’ve literally had and resolved every single problem you mentioned apart from a bit of wheel arch rust which I need to get done.
I’ve had my car for nine years now and I’ve loved every minute of it. I think it’s a lot of car for the money and I can see these going up in value in the future. I’m certainly going to be holding onto mine. It’s Garaged now and used as a fun car, but it was my daily for about six years. They drink like a fish so factor that in
Looking into buying a 2006 Nissan 350z how would I be able to fix the oil problem?
One of my dream cars...
Awsome machines i feel like a pilot when i sit in them :) Currently have a 350z Gt4 (revup) and apart from a half small cup of oil every other week its been good to me and would harldy call that much maintenance. I prefer it over my older 350z 04 which was fantastic too but actually used the same oil so i havent noticed any differance personally. No smoke out of either.
Great little buyers guide, always liked the 350z.
i just hate how you can't see over the bonnet from the drivers seat, otherwise nice solid car to drive, a lot safer than people make it out to be
I want a 380RS…but for now I will continue to love my 350z Nismo🤙🤙
As a former owner, this is pretty spot on!
Great video.
Subscribed!
Thanks Jason! Glad you think so
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Could you guys please make a buyers guide on a mazda 6 MPS? Really interested in that one but heard it has some rod and vvt problems. Thanks and good job!
Great vid and the accent totally reminds me of Trainspotting:)
I did have an 03 350z ,second part of the split year is a great car...I still have my 07 nismo
Hang on to it! Those Nismos are gorgeous.
thanks mate i have been wondering what that clicking in the rear was. Going to have a look at it now it has been driving me nuts.
For the 2006-2008 he mentioned replacing some gaskets..... what gaskets was he talking about ?
That's nismo rs is no joke. They are around £30k. Very rare and special plus I'm pretty sure these are around 350bhp
Really insightful video - Enjoyed watching and learnt a lot. Thanks for uploading 🙏🏻
Dont avoid if you want a v6 thats fun buy it from personal experience and since its my first car im loving it
Awesome guide.
Stuck between a 535i f10 or 350z
Quality video, well done lads
00:07 - At least if the owner flips it he can eat his dinner off it WTF! The parts list on this thing must be mental!
I stopped adding up the parts costs ages ago .depressing 😆
@@ImagineBuildRace Haha, I didn't realise it was yourself! Been following your LS3 build!
@@OddBawZ nice one mate. Still progress being made on it just not had time get get any videos done. There will be an update soon once I get my diff.
Great video and very informative thanks.
Was a please to have you guys 👌😎
I’m recently 19, haven’t driven before due to my seizures. I’m looking to start driving and was wondering if a car like this would be obtainable in terms of insurance, or would I have to go with something with abit less power/ cheaper to start. I would be looking to have it for a good 3-5 years. Any help thanks!
I started off with a 79hp Ford fiesta mk6 at 18, now 20 with a 190hp seat Ibiza fr, I’m getting quotes for 2,500 on a 350z when 21 and driving for 3 years. So might be worth waiting
Curiosity question: on the HR automatic transmission model, what is the red line limit on the tachometer dial?
7,500 RPM. The 5AT trans actually 'prefers' manual upshifts at 7,500 over 6,800-7,000, line pressure is optimal and the upshift is smoother closer to redline.
@@jacquesc3166 Thanks for that. I did suspect that it was to provide for use of the manual shift mode. The DE auto is definitely red-lined at 6,600. It testifies to the rev tolerance of the automatic transmission that the 370Z is also red-lined at 7,500 given that it is effectively a stroked version of the HR 350.
Great video!
350’s are amazing.
Agreed 😎
I got a 07hr and I love it
Great video
No one talking about this being a nismo 380 RS???!?!
Nice out here in USA they are alright nothing like old school cars muscle cars or old car in general I my self have a 1989 CRX that I build old school style on 16 in wheels on 195 45 16 tires dp dich wheels look tuff and sound tuff because I changed the duel points fuel injectors and put a universal Weber will a 272 cam and around 10.1 compression with light weight flywheel and gd clutch kit and others things gd aluminum suspension and others things she is around 1600 pounds she do fly gd on gas and cheap in maintenance and fast real fast and my tune is timming and old flathead screwdriver jjj and when she start to smell a bit of gas she is tune to ramble jjj old school style and people love her looks and sounds like I said 350z are fast but my really do ramble 350z they sometimes don't see the rear lights I build my around 1200 dollar jjjj and people always want to buy her or take pictures of her and she don't even paint like diamond she look old school style nothing fancy as well I build a 1996 Geo tracker old school style and sound tuff with a nice cam and header and free flow exhaust system that I made he in on 10 x15 wheels and on 30 x 10 tires he looks real bulky flare out 4 x4 lockers he look nice people to love my Geo tracker nothing fancy only both old school style and they cost money in USA the 350z in USA is ok but nothing compared to old school cars my I see them all the time in magazine from trails to street races USA asking to make both back to the public well I'm lucky I have both in gd shape to no rust at all I kp them oil up take care gd video
Is it for a everyday drive ?
I drive mine everyday but I don't dogg mine no flooring it's a sports car yeah but not to be driven hard all the time
@@Charles-jo8ubi heard they can def be driven hard but i agree, i daily my 08 and drive pretty easy. I take care of my Z even if it will be fine driving it hard. At least a couple times a month (2-3) i rev it out & open the motor up on the parkway when no cars around. Revs out to 7500rpm sounds so good 😅
yeah but the visibility over the hood leaves a lot to be desired
Cheaply made rot boxes made of cheese.An insult to the Z32 which was far superior in every way.The 350z was 9k Cheaper than the 300zx was at launch.Go figure.
I've owned 4 Zs, including a 300zx. The 350z is a great car. They're not cheaply-made. They've very tough cars and tend to hold up well to abuse. The Z32 went out of production because it got too expensive and complex. The ZX cars went upmarket and occupied a completely different market segment from the original S30 cars, which were very simple and affordable. Nissan went back to the original Z market segment with the Z33 and Z34, and were better for it.
So I’m new to the Z community and car community that is stupid question but I’ve been running 87 octane for about a month and just heard I should run 91 is that true and if it is would my engine still be ok after running 87 I never heard knocking or anything wrong with it so I was really questioning if I needed 91 but someone please let me know thanks
Hey! So the lower octane fuel is unlikely to do any damage. Cars leave the factory with the ability to withstand poorer quality fuels/bad air quality etc. If anything the engine will just pull the timing a little and you’ll lose a few bhp. That being said it’ll almost certainly run better and be a bit better for it to use the higher octane as it’s closer to the original parameters that the car expects.
Run 91, it’s recommended from Nissan to run 91 since if you have an Hr the compression ratio is higher than on De’s
@@ScottishCarClan it's right on the gas cap cover, it specifically says to run premium fuel.
Probably won't do damage 93 cleaner better for engine and use Lucas fuel injector cleaner to help with gas burning and keep injectors clean. Most of these valve covers oil burning from driving so hard I don't drive mine hard I hit it once and a while just for giggles
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i think i'd just go for the stang if i was going to get one of these as i'd want the nismo 370 and the fuel economy isn't much different.
I have a HR for about 5 years. I love it but it constantly throws lights for no reason so sadly it will be time to go soon. I'm 30 now so no need for a car like this anymore
Noooo did u sell it? How many miles on it or were on it?
Too late, already have one... 350 that is.
How is it Peter? Any of the common problems so far?
@@ScottishCarClan 90k without issues I didn't create myself (had to replace the catalytic converters after a couple bottles of nitrous)
The only thing I did preemptively was the front gallery gaskets. I have a 08, the hr's and vhr's both suffer from this. Some issue with the hardware, kills oil pressure and can do damage if not taken care of.
@@peterpotatoes1920 2013-and-up VHRs have different gallery gaskets from the factory, they're bulletproof. Nissan took about 4 years to fix the issue. Interesting idea to keep stock cats on while running nitrous... 😏
I can hardly understand your brogue.
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yeah i agree tbh