Buying a used Nissan 350Z - 2002-2009, Common Issues, Buying advice / guide
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Buying a used Nissan 350Z - produced from 2002 to 2009
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Had a 2004 350Z for 8 years and I regret giving it up..such a fun car
George , cool why did you give it up? I'm buying a 04 this week with 92,000 kms
"Owners treat this car like a piece of shit" - So much truth in this statement
hey, i always love ur review's, no nonsense, informative and lives up to its name...it is very different frm other reviews out there
I had a 2004 350z for 3 years and never got a problem with it
bryan garcia just bought one at 95k miles and 1owner which was an old lady from a rich neighborhood
Manual*
Juan Posada she raced with all the other rich old ladies
I have a 2004 350z. It only had 47k miles on it when I got it. I had to replace the radiator fan assembly, camshaft and crankshaft sensors, all of the ignition coils (they started to fail at 55k miles), the convertible top, and had to grease the rear axle to eliminate the clicking noise coming from left, rear wheel.
PickleRix your first mistake was getting the convertible
I just picked up my 2nd 350z. This is the 2005 35th anniversary edition with borla exhaust and brembo brakes. Its mint. I love these cars. They are fun to drive.
Good reviews thanks.
Hey man, great review! Would you mind doing a video on the Mitsubishi 3000gt?
In 2010, I bought a used 2004 350z Touring for $12.5K
Issues:
Mostly working intermittent subwoofer (now almost always dead). Please let me know if you have a simple fix.
Driver's side window auto up causes window to go all the way up, then halfway down & stop.
6-disc CD changer that died around 2012 with one of my CDs still inside.
Replaced the front lower control arms (due to worn bushings) around 2016.
Replaced the rear hatch struts (hatch didn't stay up) in 2010.
Replace the rear hatch lift springs (& added pennies) but it still usually requires a push of the release button, lift hatch and push again to open. Even removed the 4 lb weight & did a rear wiper delete... no diff.
Front dash cubby storage door just stopped working.
Hundred little paint chips in the front panel :-(
19 MPG (combined and 25 MPG HWY with 87 octane. Lower with 91 octane).
But overall, Great bang for the buck and super fun to drive !
Helpful to a new owner , thank you .
No bullshit, straight to the point. Thank you.
Good information... thank you
great guide, thanks man ^^
Nice vid. :)
you have a good detailed video, you maybe could also discuss about the convertible soft top.
Thanks man
I bought a '06 in 2012, When the window motor goes bad, replace it with a new not a rebuild unit. The new one I put in the passenger side in 2114 still works great. The rebuild one on the driver side, has gone bad 7 times now. There a free replacement from the auto part store, but I kind of messed up the door and window from taking it apart so many times over the years.
The only problem I have with mine so far is the trunk lid that I have to open with both hand, I have to change the struts
Nice review please do one on the 2011-2014 Cadillac coupe
Please do one on the Cadillac SRX 2010 model and the headlight issue Cadillac refuse to even mention I can tell you I put in high prices replacement lights and still have a drive around with high beams on I guess they will only fix it if someone or several someone's die before doing a full recall on them I'd say don't buy a 2010 Cadillac SRX and let them all go to the Cadillac SRX graveyard in hell with the designer who put this crap out ......... .
Like ur vids...
The 350z !! We must deal with it!!
only problems I have with my Z is occasional clutch sticking from launches and also the windshield wiper fluid light refuses to turn off otherwise I love it
Keith Warner you can fix that by pouring beer into the reservoir. Your car is simply asking you for a drink.
Mine likes bud light.
A few things to add, clutches are weak on all cars, exhaust backbox connection rusts badly. On 2007+ HR models nissan changed the clutch slave cylinder to a concentric type which is inside the bellhousing now and is very poorly designed and fails a lot so gearbox off job to replace a £100 part.
do u prefer 350z or 370z to avoid clutch and other issues with car
Just got myself an 06, only major problem I'm having is reverse gear grind and 5th gear, haven't gone into 6th yet. The hatch struts are gone but that's not bad and some minor hail damage.
I own a 2006 too. Transmission is terrible. Use redline and it’ll make it much smoother. Also check your oil every couple hundred miles. You probably know by now how much these rev ups burn oil
Hey could you make one for the 986 Porsche Boxster?
The 306hp hr is the most reliable and refine z so get that if you have the budget
I own a 2006 350z. She’s my weekend/project car. Of course she burns oil like all the other but they’re reliable non the less.
Have a 350z(2004) for already like almost 5 year. Only one ignition coil broke down 115 euro. For the rest. No real problems.
Also these "common" problems are easy cheap fixes. Sub Amp 3 dollar fix, Window regulator is 10 dollar fix, trunk lid well. Mine still not replaced lol. CD player not yet fixed should be cheap but am lazy.
Herman Willems - I am surprised that only one coil failed. I’ve had three go bad so I finally replaced them all. I only have 60k miles on the car. BTW, Hitachi ignition coils cost about $29 each from Rockauto (plus shipping).
I really like my z and on freeway 68 miles an hour I get 25 mpg probably because I used fuel injection cleaner but so far fun car I have coil over s on mine ,if the roads is smooth it's great if not it's all bad rough
best car ever
why its best car ever ?
did u used another sport car to compare ?
is it really 350z very high consumed oil and fuel ?
thanks
Literally the best car ever made Nissan is the best
I love my 350z
I have scratchy 3thd to 4 the weird also don't run cheap gas
hi can you please do a buying guide on 1999-2004 lexus gs?
p.s. keep up the good work
or a subaru legacy 2005
Emil Nad ok added on my list
Super video, jako vždy!:) Mám jen otázku, šlo by udělat video o Infiniti FX45 kolem roku 2005? Tady se moc nevidí a moc lidí o něm moc neví, a upřímně, je to teď právě auto, o které mám zájem a na jeden kousek se pojedu podívat :) Díky moc!
vdaka, najväčší problém pri FX45 je že motory v nich často žerú olej - hlavne kvôli karbónovým usadeninám okolo piestnych krúžkov, tento problém spôsobuje hlavne dlhý interval výmeny oleja, alebo nekvalitný olej, čiže pri takomto aute by som si dával pozor hlavne na toto a na dodržiavanie pravidelných intervalov výmeny oleja-najlepšie každých 10 000 km / alebo 1x ročne, možno o FX45 spravím aj video-no kedy presne, to ti teraz neviem povedat :D
different car review já mám teď právě dilema :/ Jsou tu 2 kousky... právě Infiniti fx45..ale je bohužel na LPG :/ a poté je tu i Lexus GS z r. 2005 velice pěkný kus 4.2 V8 ale opět je předělaný na LPG :/ Češi no, nevím..Lexus bude asi spolehlivější ale, Infiniti zní mnohem lépe :D zajímal by mě tvůj názor , které by jsi preferovat co se týče spolehlivosti a i tvého osobního názoru :)
tak ono to dosť závisí v akom je to konkrétne auto stave, ale inak Lexus je o niečo spolahlivejší, to je fakt.
LPG je kategoria sama o sebe :D ja osobne tiež nie som zástanca LPG, keďže vo väčšine prípadov narobí viac škody ako úžitku
the paint really isnt the best but Ive never seen a z with paint chipping or rusted
the white z in this video mustve been in an accident because the bumper is from the older model
Well the engine hood is made from aluminium. If you have a 350z with metallic paint it's better quality. I got a black 350z(no metallic), and the hood is chipping like crazy due to small rocks.
I have a white convertible and all of the paint on the rear of the car started to flake off.
I have a white convertible and all of the paint on the rear of the car started to flake off.
What cars you owned till now? Why do you include as good cars those which are produced 1 year before facelift ones started?
Thank you Boss!
I had a 1997 BMW 528i E39, then a 2003 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Quattro, I sold them both. In the past I had a opportunity to drive for a couple of months also some other cars.
Well, it's not always 1 year before facelift, it's basically about early production cars. When the automakers make a brand new model, then that specific model-from the early production usually has more problems. It's because of the new/different parts, new technologies, new production methods, maybe new parts suppliers etc.
"Some of the owners sometimes treat this car like a piece of sh#t" Hahahahaaa legendary commentary!
Love this guy !!! Lol
Do these cars require high octane gas ⛽⛽⛽
does the 2008 350z have the oil consumption problem fixed ?
Epic Snoop still consumes oil just not as much as dr motor
I need one in Athens ga.
Thank you Sir, I enjoyed watching your video. Easy on the eyes and ears. Btw, I own a 2004 350z roadster (5spd automatic) with 72k miles on it. I am now hearing a kind of "compressor sounding (whirling noise) from the passenger side. "Do you of have you gotten complaints of this"? Here is a video from another czcams.com/video/r0xksoTvuME/video.html Thank you very much in advance!
Sprydo7 you have the gayest combo on the z33
Correction: oil consumption IS a common issue with these vehicles, or any VQ35
Really? Mine 2004 has now 200.000 kilometer on it. No oil consumption AT ALL. Also i heard alot about the 2006 Revup engine that DOES consume oil. I thought the VQ35 was actually very good on NOT consuming any oil.
Jonathan Pontel My 2004 Maxima never had oil consumption issues and it had nearly every other issue you can think of!
What's the price generally for it?
I am seeing anywhere between 6k to about 10k (depending on year and mileage)
Window motor is a big problem
NO, it's not a big problem. Small one. I fixed mine for 10 dollar. There are many DIY guides on internet. Even full video on youtube. You just have to replace the brushes.
Brian Lee - yup, I finally fixed both windows in my car.
Worked insanely hard to buy this car and finally have the money now, MY Question is which model or year is the best to anyone who owns a 350z or knows anyone... tnxxx for reading this
haitham baloch depends how much you have. I would go with the 07-2008 350z for the hp & engine upgrade. All cars have problems and you're bound to run into them sooner or later. If You're buying it from a private seller check for previous accidents if any. Keep in mind the location of the car (any major floods?) Also mileage, service lights, clutch etc. Overall the Z is a very reliable daily driven car in my opinion. It does consume a lot of oil but I love the car a lot and have never meet anyone with a Z that has had any major issues with it. I would still chose the 370 over the 350 tho lol
Also don't get the roadster convertible! It's much more heavy & slower & not good looking at all imo.
Tnx for info i am buying an aoutomatic one ,,tbh am not a car person and wont drive it to far places coz i hate traffic rather take a taxi n save money however the oil thing wont be a problem
I know which ones are the worst. The 2003(Without recall fixes) and the 2006 revup wich loves to drink oil.
haitham baloch don’t listen to that kid get what you want as long as it a 2007-09 I think the convertible look better then the hardtop but it’s up to you
"...and keep in mind, that this is a sports car, so some of the owners, sometimes treat this car like a piece of shit." dude im dead
Dont care lol once the engine dont give problems
These cars rulez, mine just made 300kkm and always threatead like shit!
"Japanese car" lol its part french.
It’s definitely a Japanese car
350z sounds like problem cars and I was going to buy one good thing I watched this video I seen other videos with people complaining about mechanical issues as well I'll cross 350z off my list instead I'll save up to get my 95 Prelude restoration at a body shop and get it on the road it's a way rarer car and a classic you don't see them on the road anymore the 4th Generation Preludes mine is the top trim model too with every options that were available in 95 power sunroof power windows and locks power steering heated leather seats and a 5 speed manual transmission and a H22A1 engine Red with Black leather Interior very rare car now a days I can just imagine 10-15 years from now when she's on the road people will turn head mine is bone stock too I was lucky on this find when I bought it last year off some guy that's a student
wuhahaha the 350z owned the top in the UK listing of reliable sportscars. This thing is a ROCK. You are misinformed. All these problems are just small "few dollar" fixes mostly.
I think the 350z is a well designed car and, so far, has been quite easy to fix for DIY mechanics like me. It is one of Nissan’s more reliable cars but Nissan bean counters do affect reliability. I inherited my 350z from a relative. I know the car was not abused so the engine is solid. You can expect camshaft sensors, ignition coils, and window motors to fail on these cars. I suspect the Renault merger and financial problems caused Nissan to source the cheapest parts for their vehicles. Ford has had similar parts quality issues with their cars too. BTW, if you want a super reliable sports car, buy a Mazda Miata. They are nice cars but are a lot slower than a 350z.
Don't be so quick to write off the 350Z they're fantastically reliable cars and after a few years small things do go wrong but are not expensive fixes they are well worth the money and very reliable. I bought a 2004 350Z with the d e engine before I even drove it I replace the valve covers spark plugs rear hatch struts one ball joint oil cooler gasket right behind the oil filter and PCV valve. I did all this including labor for less than $400 it has 100 and 1000 miles I paid 6800 for the car and now it's perfect I have 7200 in it it's got a hundred thousand miles left trouble free and nothing is wrong with it. I'm the third owner and it's always been adult driven with no modifications and maintained very well. They are well worth the price
Oops 101000 moles
this model Nissan is nothing but a Renault Nissan has been owned 75% or more by Renault since 1997 I will never touch a Nissan vehicle again Honda all the way for me.
What would be your go to car as an alternative to this one? Civic isn't quite the same car.
Michal Hantl : S200. NSX or if you could get one in Australia Honda Ridgeline I think they are only in the US
S2000 is a great car, even better than 350Z in some respects, but its a soft top and 50% more expensive (at least in europe) so not really an alternative for most people I think.
NSX is in a completely different price range.
Michal Hantl : NSX true different price range but wow what a car ever since the new NSX has been released the first ones have gone up in price a lot. and the S2000 also I drove one just recently the engine in that was awesome.
Nissan just CURRENTLY uses Renault parts. Before it was only the other way around. You are misinformed. The Nissan 350z is a pure Nissan car. Nothing about it is "renault".
I don't appreciate you mocking Mexicans. You must be a Trump supporter.