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Hyundai Genesis Coupe?

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Hey Zeus said:
Buying a 2010 mustang is crazy since the 11's are going to come with bigger engines
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Agreed but with $6 - $8K off MSRP just add a blower if you need 490HP - Installed and Tuned for under $8K.

Only buy a '10 Mustang if you must buy a car today and ensure you get the Track Pack. The Mustang GT is a bit more practical than a 370Z, costs less, performs almost as well, better aftermarket, lower interest rates, and to some looks better.
 
Fmr12B said:
Agreed but with $6 - $8K off MSRP just add a blower if you need 490HP - Installed and Tuned for under $8K.

Only buy a '10 Mustang if you must buy a car today and ensure you get the Track Pack. The Mustang GT is a bit more practical than a 370Z, costs less, performs almost as well, better aftermarket, lower interest rates, and to some looks better.
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Adding a blower totally void's the warranty and IMO is a big mistake these days
 
Hey Zeus said:
Anyone have one? Looked at a Base V6 auto today. Sticker was like 27,500. Talked them down to 24,999 + TTL. I mean it's a sweet car but meh.. Should Hyundai scare me? Any other good Rear Drive performance coupe's out there for 25K?
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I'll chime in since I actually own a 3.8 coupe. I've had it for a few months and really like it so far. Ride/handling/power all suits me. So in my opinion...
Pro's:
- Looks (direct/head on view being the least interesting)
- Value (most features for the $ when I was car shopping)
- Great warranty
- takes regular gas
- Head room is more than sufficient (important if you are on the taller side)
- Bolstered front seats (love these)
- Interior layout/controls

Con's:
- Interior plastics aren't the best quality/seem to scuff easily
(that's all at this point).

I thought about the new Camaro but the interior turned me off big time - also heard it was not good for tall people. I would have considered the Mustang if the new engines were out...the current V6 is junk.

Let me know if you have specific questions and I'll try to give you more info.
 
007bond said:
I'll chime in since I actually own a 3.8 coupe. I've had it for a few months and really like it so far. Ride/handling/power all suits me. So in my opinion...
Pro's:
- Looks (direct/head on view being the least interesting)
- Value (most features for the $ when I was car shopping)
- Great warranty
- takes regular gas
- Head room is more than sufficient (important if you are on the taller side)
- Bolstered front seats (love these)
- Interior layout/controls

Con's:
- Interior plastics aren't the best quality/seem to scuff easily
(that's all at this point).

I thought about the new Camaro but the interior turned me off big time - also heard it was not good for tall people. I would have considered the Mustang if the new engines were out...the current V6 is junk.

Let me know if you have specific questions and I'll try to give you more info.
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How is the aftermarket for them? Exhaust kits? Intake's? Tuning? I don't want a turbo or anything but an Intake, Exhaust and tune sound like fun

JulesMaximus said:
Nope, I don't like the nose, nor do I like the body lines on the side of the car. The 370Z is worlds better inside and out.
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It's also made for midgets. I was comfortable in the Genesis. The 370Z is tailored for small drivers where i am over 6 foot.
 
Hey Zeus said:
It's also made for midgets. I was comfortable in the Genesis. The 370Z is tailored for small drivers where i am over 6 foot.
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I am 5'11" without shoes on and I fit in the 350/370Z perfectly. Besides, it's not like Koreans are known for their tall stature.
 
Hey Zeus said:
I'm moving back to LA and it's a 6Spd Auto. Just as quick as a 6spd manual these days. You ever drive a stick in rush hour traffic?
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But not nearly as rewarding...

And I have driven a stick in rush hour traffic in Los Angeles and San Diego over the course of 10 years straight.
 
JulesMaximus said:
But not nearly as rewarding...

And I have driven a stick in rush hour traffic in Los Angeles and San Diego over the course of 10 years straight.
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I enjoy stick driving but i've had nothing but manual cars for the past 14 years. It's time for a change. One thing i really liked about the 370Z was the 7 spd auto. Was SWEET
 
JulesMaximus said:
I am 5'11" without shoes on and I fit in the 350/370Z perfectly. Besides, it's not like Koreans are known for their tall stature.
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I a 6' 2" and the Z is great for me; more room than a lot of sedans have in the front IMHO. My Prelude seat goes back further, but the interior (and exterior) of the Z is amazing.
 
Going to look at this tomorrow. Don't know if i'm old enough for it tho.

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Hey Zeus said:
Going to look at this tomorrow. Don't know if i'm old enough for it tho.

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Why would you have to be "old enough" to drive that?

I've known guys in their 20s and 30s who own Vettes and drive them like a total pussy...or just plain don't know how to drive them and I've met guys who own $250,000 supercars who do donuts in parking lots with them.

Who gives a shit what anyone else thinks?
 
JulesMaximus said:
Why would you have to be "old enough" to drive that?

I've known guys in their 20s and 30s who own Vettes and drive them like a total pussy...or just plain don't know how to drive them and I've met guys who own $250,000 supercars who do donuts in parking lots with them.

Who gives a shit what anyone else thinks?
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It was a joke. 🙂
 
Hey Zeus said:
Going to look at this tomorrow. Don't know if i'm old enough for it tho.
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25k miles is pretty low for an '05.

They're asking $28,900 for it..

They've either had it for a while (lots of test drives) or someone at the dealership has been driving it a lot because I see older ads at the same dealer with lower miles. Could be a bad sign. Or it could just mean people wanted a joy ride.

Yeah, they've had it a while. It was listed on ebay even. http://cgi.ebay.ca/Chevrolet-Corvet...ewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item1c0e145452

If you're willing to get a 2 seater, might as well wait a little bit and get a used 370Z after all.
 
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mb said:
25k miles is pretty low for an '05.

They're asking $28,900 for it..

They've either had it for a while (lots of test drives) or someone at the dealership has been driving it a lot because I see older ads at the same dealer with lower miles. Could be a bad sign. Or it could just mean people wanted a joy ride.

Yeah, they've had it a while. It was listed on ebay even. http://cgi.ebay.ca/Chevrolet-Corvet...ewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item1c0e145452

If you're willing to get a 2 seater, might as well wait a little bit and get a used 370Z after all.
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Thanks for the info MB. Nada Trade is 26,375 for a "Clean Trade and 32,350 for a Clean Retail. I have the capital one check now so it's all about just finding the right vehicle. If the powertrain warranty has awhile to go i'll consider it otherwise fuck it.
 
Hey Zeus said:
Thanks for the info MB. Nada Trade is 26,375 for a "Clean Trade and 32,350 for a Clean Retail. I have the capital one check now so it's all about just finding the right vehicle. If the powertrain warranty has awhile to go i'll consider it otherwise fuck it.
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No prob. It was even relisted again for $26.5k and had no bids. If the car checks out, you know they are willing to go at least that low. If they are desperate you might get it under $25k.
But my gut says something is wrong with it.

Isn't the drivetrain warranty 3 years/36,000 miles anyway? Unless it has an extended warranty it's long past. And usually an extended warranty is a good selling point and they don't have it listed, so I wouldn't count on it.
 
mb said:
No prob. It was even relisted again for $26.5k and had no bids. If the car checks out, you know they are willing to go at least that low. If they are desperate you might get it under $25k.
But my gut says something is wrong with it.

Isn't the drivetrain warranty 3 years/36,000 miles anyway? Unless it has an extended warranty it's long past. And usually an extended warranty is a good selling point and they don't have it listed, so I wouldn't count on it.
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I thought Gm had a 5 year, 100K mile power train warranty
 
Hey Zeus said:
I thought Gm had a 5 year, 100K mile power train warranty
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If they did it retroactively I'm not aware of it, but I see:
Basic: 3 yr. / 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain: 3 yr. / 36,000 mi.
Roadside: 3 yr. / 36,000 mi.
Rust: 6 yr. / 100,000 mi.

http://www.edmunds.com/used/2005/chevrolet/corvette/100375991/standardwarranties.html

It looks like only the 2007 and above models have the 5 year warranty.
http://www.edmunds.com/used/2007/chevrolet/corvette/100751682/standardwarranties.html
 
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Hey Zeus: Not sure on aftermarket parts availability at this point...haven't looked into it. There may be some discussion on the Gencoupe.com forums about stuff like that.

Oh and for those bringing up the 370Z, I'm sure it is a nice car but it would have been thousands more for the equivalent trim/feature level - I would have looked at it seriously but I didn't want to get into 30K plus prices.
 
Fmr12B said:
Every Nissan dealer should be offering $4- $5K off MSRP on 370Z'a. If your dealer is not - then head to a big city.

2010 Mustang GT if you must have a car today. 315HP V8 and every dealer should be discounting $6 - 8K off MSRP depending on option packages. The Track Pack option is the key to a nimble fast Mustang GT.
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My local dealer is offering 6k off MSRP! If I were a bit older and had money to spare, I would buy it in a heartbeat!
 
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