Tai230K

yeah i was looking at the WRX sti.... but that's ummm a little TOO much....

BlackC230Coupe

Imagine how fast the STI could be in the hads of a tunner? Upgraded turbo, down pipe, chip, the list can go on and on. And u will be garanteed to run 12's (at least).

underwhirled

This is exactly the reason that I wouldn't trade. I work in twin office towers (That I designed - thank you), and there must be some 450 cars there. There are no fewer than 5 Z's, but only one C230.... Mine. I like it that way.

cruznlv

Nismo is offering their products (superchargers and turbo) installed thru Nissan dealerships, covered under warranty!

bagwell

I'd trade for the 350z in an instant....!

I was even thinkin of trading my C320 next year when the turbo comes out !

C230 Sport Coup

Hey a Z is a pure sports car.
No comparison to a car like the C coupe. with 5 ft of storage capacity.

The Z falls into the same catagory as the S2000 etc.

So if you wanted a sports car, why did you even buy the C class in the first place?

I paid 33K out the door.

Personally the Infinity G35 coupe looks better to me, but haven't found a dealer with one to drive.

Tai230K

can people please read the first few posts before commenting..... i'm not trading it anymore, i have had the C-coupe for 2 years now.... thought change might be good... the 350z seemed like a good trade but i after thinking about it, the c-coupe is the way to go....

Jorel C320

hmmmmm....good idea! ...ill be seeing u in the Nissan forum.

FrankW

I would only say go for it if you are trading for a G35 coupe instead of the Z. The G35/Skyline coupe will get you to places with more style and class...

oggle

Ooooo that's gonna be one sexy beast! If the turbo had been out last year I might have bought that...

AndrewK

My instructor at a track day had a 350Z, it is ALOT of performance for the money. This car was bone stock and was keeping pace with this very nice NSX. That said, it is nearly completely impractical. Its a 2-seater and the storage space is pretty skimpy.

If the 350Z is going to be your second car then go for it, but if its your only car then I'd say keep the C.

E320

This is my dilema I don't know which one to buy c230 coupe 02' model pre owned or 350z base brand new.Both are very appealing.

darkfact

we don't have that car here.
anyway it looks UGLY!

Tai230K

It really depends on what you're using the car for.... if it's a everyday driver and it's a long trip with plenty of traffic, get the C-coupe....

the 350z is more of a weekend car and it's very fun to drive.... i'm not sure you want the base model... i don't think it has traction or stability control.... plus i've read reviews about how 1st and 2nd gear are kind of finicky..

if this is your weekend car get the 350Z.... if not then get a C230 coupe.... you could always wait and save up some money for a G35 coupe.... that's a nice ride...

FrankW

aren't 350Z and G35 about the same price after tax? cuz there aren't a lot of options for G35 and there are a lot fo the 350Z

DL_AMG

G35C or Z, both are great cars. I will take G35C over C-coupe for sure.

Guest0001

this is tough choice lol

i personally do not like the styling of the c230 coupe what so ever

and i absolutely hate the styling of the 350 Z

g35 coupe seems decent, but its just a rebadged nissan and Z

why dont you consider a 325ci with little options

i know i know you not trading anything in, but im just say hypothetically

actually one of my friends was considering a nice coupe around low 30s

he said he wanted a g35 or a Z.

i asked him if he consider a 3 series as well. he said sure.

well we check out all the cars and it was no brainer, he is now lookin at a 325ci. all the nissan has is hp and thats it

FrankW

and the handling & performance that tops the 330Ci. The interior might be better, but that's what you get for paying a little less.

G35 is not JUST a rebadged Nissan. It's a rebadged NISSAN SKYLINE as well...

Guest0001

thats pretty sad isnt it

i thought bmw is known for handling and performance

anyways , the handling and performance on the 3 would be enough, im not doin grand turismo here

FrankW

well, the G35/Skyline is the top sports car model from Nissan. It should perform better than most other car.

The M3 still performs better than the G35/Skyline tho, but for twice as much $$. Just like the C32 cost twice as much as the new EVO 8 that performs the same if not better on the track.

J P

You have to consider the fact the 350Z is a pure sports car while the 330Ci is a luxury sports coupe. All of the 350Z budget was spent on performance, not necessarily luxury, safety equipment, & interior materials. Pretty much every car company can build great sports cars if they wanted to but many aren't sure there's enough demand to justify production. The Z06, even though it's an American car, would own just about any German or Japanese car anywhere remotely near its price ($50 K).

BMW is known for handling & performance, & the 3, 5, & 7 Series are all pretty much considered tops in their class for all-around performance (performance as in acceleration, handling, & braking).

E320

Lets get back to the topi c230coupe or 350z

J P

LOL, sorry for hijacking this thread. :o :p

Jorel C320

I'd take a G35 over a 3 series anyday. Ok back to the topic.

BlackC230Coupe

there is no more topic, he already said he is not getting a 350Z.