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Originally Posted by xfactor78
hey guys,
Fresh meat here  . Anyways I'm in love with the Z32/300ZX. I've always been really found of them, plus you can't beat their exhaust note! Anyways, I have a few questions about picking and choosing a Z32 and as well as owning one.
1. What should you look out for when looking at Z32s (any common problems or anything)
2. How are these as daily drivers?
3. How are these on gas, what kind of MPG are you getting? (TT/Non-Turbo)
4. What are the common known issues on Z32s
5. How is the reliability on these?
6. In general for you owners, how would you rate your experience with owning these? They look and sound awesome but I've heard some say they're a pleasure to own and other say it's a nightmare!
Anyways, thanks for getting back to me on this, I'm really hoping to pick up a Z32 in the next year or so, just wanted to research a bit first.
Thanks, Brendan |
1. Misaligned body panels indicating an accident, rust, any ticking, smoking, hesitation, other mysterious driveability issues.
2. Great, as long as you keep up on the maintenance.
3. I get pretty poor mileage (like 16mpg) but my car is running awfully rich right now. They should get about 20-24mpg if you're nice to it.
4. Wheels put on backwards, failed fuel injectors (ethanol in our fuel takes them out a lot), lifter tick, rough/unstable idle.
5. Keep up on your scheduled maintenance and use genuine parts and it will treat you well. Maintenance for Z32s can be expensive, but it's definitely worth it.
6. They're difficult to work on and expensive to own and maintain, but they look great, they're extremely fun to drive, and rewarding to own.