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The water pump went around $73000.
Also a few gaskets had to be replaced.
I had some electrical problems which was very costly. Other than that, just wear and tear, the belts, a few hoses etc.
I love this car, it's so quick and fast.
Always turning heads where ever I go, wondering what kind of car that is that with its Ferrari like shape, it shines.
I'm 6'2' and this car has enough leg room for much more.
There are also many ways to make this a faster car with minor modifications.
You can only do so much to the non turbo models and still they are very fast but when you grow out of a non turbo, the sky's the limit for a Twin Turbo model.
Also getting stopped can be very expensive and I say spend the money for a really good radar detector. It's a must if you plan on driving this car.
Don't mistake this for an everyday driving car, cause it's not. It wasn't designed to be an all around everyday work car.
It's a Sunday driving, summer time car and nothing more. If you plan on buying one just be prepared to spend some money, just buying one is hardly the first step. It's the upkeep and attention for this car that many don't think about before purchasing one.
Chicks dig the car
Flash, Flash. Fellow Z owner coming at you. Sorry, but the Convertible wins everytime, even if it does so a little more slowly. I must admit though... I have had dreams of selling my Convertible for a Twin Turbo but... I did drive a my buddie's Turbo last summer and; although, I felt like I could crush anything that dare come nose-to-nose with me, I felt like I was missing something too or, rather, not missing something. I felt average somehow, closed in, unable to take in what nature had to offer. I felt less prestigious and missed that beautiful open feeling. I don't know about you, but once you've driven a convertible with its wide open splendor... you never want to drive anything else again especially if the car that's wrapped around you is a 300zx.
I know my place though... so hats off to my big brother though and keep em smokin. I hope you don't consider this an insult; it's only my true heart felt opinion. Enjoy your ride!!
Rob, NJ.
After many years waiting for the price to come down, I just got a beautiful 90 TT silver with some new mags.72000miles. I swear, I never knew 12 grand could ellicit so many comments about a car. Almost every day someone makes a comment at work. Everyone now thinks I must make BIG BUCKS. Its better than a promotion in someways. I have had 3 gals at work call me on the phone to ask "Is that your car? What is it?" I also have an Altima ---I drive it 70 in a 65 and everyone passes me. I drive the Z 67 in a 65 and hardly anyone passes. Granted, it ahs been lowered and has a mean looking exhaust system on it and the VOX rims set it off. Have I died and gone to heaven.
Recently I am trying to look for a 1991 Nissan 300zx and I wonder if I should still trust this car because it is a 12 year old car. What I worry about is the most is whether I will probably have to fix it a lot, or having hard time to find places to fix it. What do you think about the weak parts of 300zx? Say anything pertaining to the engine or transmission? ok to drive it in snowy Winter? lemme know if you can, my email address is snelj11@hotmail.com...
Thanks.
From what I've read the car gets a little squirrely when its wet or snowy. Most rear-wheel drive sports cars are like that though.
The reliability is awesome. One could actually buy a used car at 120k miles and still get 5 years out of it. Maintenence becomes more important though.
It is indeed a HIGH-PERFORMANCE.NIGHTMARE...
...Don't buy it unless you've got money to BLOW!!!
I am also a fellow Z owner. I'm 18 and I just bought a 1991 300ZX TT and so far it's perfect. Maintenance costs ARE NOT that high, and one of my friends' mom owned a Z and said it was easy to work on. To the convertible Z owner, it is a nice car (it's a Z--it has to be!), but the twin turbo wins every time, without the sort of weird shape the soft top gives the car. Don't get mad, though, nice car! 300ZX's RULE!!!
Oh how I enjoy watching those corvette's in my rear view mirror. I've had my 90zx tt since 1997 and it has been as solid as a rock. Routine oil changes and regular maintenance has minimized repairs. To understand this automobile is to drive it, talking about it simply does not do it justice.
Hey all, I've been reading all your comments and you've absolutely made me go hypo about the car. My sisters thinking of buying one cause I'm too young :P. I can't believe that a car that costs between 10 and 15 grand could perform that good. I'm really frightened when you guys say it costs a lot to maintain it, so if you could pls just tell me aproximatly how often you pay for check ups and how often you pay for new repair, etc...
My email is ooomaaa@hotmail.com and please add me or contact me cause all you guys really inspired me and I just wanna make some stuff clear before I buy it. I would just like to get some ideas on how to optimize the car for better performance, if theres any weak parts I should change straight away, etc...
I bought my Z with 70000 miles on it and it has been nothing short of awesome...true, pricing is sky high on some of the parts, but overall the only thing that scares me is the numbers the dealer throws around...1500 dollars for a timing belt change...but, ya gotta figure, it went together and it comes apart just as it went together... everything is always a lot more expensive at the dealer so youll have to find your parts elsewhere... preferably an aftermarket wholesaler like auto zone or whereever you can find em... do your own wrenching (with patience) and take care of the car and it will treat you okay back... I run regular fuel unleaded and it runs just beautiful... saw no difference in use of premium except for my wallet got flatter faster...true, some parts are very pricy, ex, three grand for a tranny, but overall the fact that you have a true exotic makes this vehicle worth having and maintaining relatively inexpensively if, as I said before you are willing to get your hands a lil dirty and do your own wrenchin...
I have just read the original review and wanted to make one comment. I drive a '90 TT in Scotland, good weather and bad weather, and it has never failed me. The comment regarding everyday use I think is incorrect. Let the car warm up for a few minutes and don't get too heavy on it for a couple of miles and you will have no problems. I use Castrol RS oil and get it serviced regularly. Oh and let the turbos stop spinning after every run.
There is a great network of dealers in the UK to keep costs down so never be afraid of getting your hands on one.
I'm in the process of looking for a zx which in all honesty hasn't been the easiest task living in Utah. Not only are they a rarity in these parts, but they come with a heftier price tag compared to states with a more populated zx community. Now from my understanding a 2+2 is a four seater and dimension wise is a little longer than the standard hatchback. If I'm wrong someone please correct me. Also what does the prefix TT stand for and is it an upgrade or what? I would appreciate if someone would help clarify and set me straight on my path to buying the right zx. My email is JustinLee600r@hotmail.com
TT stands for Twin Turbo.
NA stands for Naturally Aspirated. (Non-turbo)
No need to chastise people who aren't familiar with the acronyms. Inexperienced people often have a hard time breaking into the auto scene. Granted some research could have easily provided the answer, everyone makes mistakes and everyone handles situations differently. Think of how much extra you had to type to belittle him, as opposed to just giving him the answer to the question he asked.
Sorry, but I have to agree with the "belittling" comment. This guy thinks he is interested in the Z, but seems to know not even the most basic information about them, so instead of doing the research himself to find the answers to his questions (not all THAT difficult before the internet, maybe involving a trip to--HORRORS!--the LIBRARY). And now, WITH the internet, the answers are only a couple keystrokes and mouse clicks away.
HE could have taken the time spent to post those questions to do his own research, instead of just waiting for someone to tell him, raising the question of just how interested he is in a Z car at all.
I've just turned sixteen, and I have my learners license and well I've been looking for a car for a few weeks now, but to no avail. My dream car was always a second generation eclipse (one that Paul Walker drove in Fast and Furious) but recently I've looked at 300zx's and I'm 50/50 on what I should purchase.I have to say the 300zx has some nice styling, better than the 350z which was the revival of the 180sx or something like that. As of now I have 6500 dollars (been saving for a car since 9). My question is which is a better car overall. If someone were to respond that would be great.
Well, here's your response: buy the one you like better, not the one someone tells you to buy. Everybody has their own opinions, but you're the one who is going to be driving it.
My own opinion is that any 300ZX in halfway decent condition is going to be much more distinctive and impressive than an Eclipse, even if not necessarily faster.
You are comparing a rwd sports car to a fwd sporty car.