Which is best? z4 30i conv vs s2000 vs 350z conv

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Josh-ZN

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i know of someone selling a 3.0ltr Z4 2004 75000k R185k in Durban.

pvt me if interested and I will pass on details
 

Jason1

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I had a 05 350z coupe, one of the nicest cars, loved every minute of it.
Would not even hesitate, 350z coupe, can pick a very nice one up for 180k. Stong motor,brakes and clutch was the only thing it went into garage for in 2 years, and abviously service.
my 2c
 

Philip Foglar

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If this was up to me, I would most definitely go for the Z4 3.0i manual - rock solid cars and plenty of fun to drive!! Basically very similar to an E46 (same engine) so servicing and parts is not a problem. My father in law has an '03 Z4 3.0i SMG (I am personally not so keen on the SMG), but otherwise it is a fantastic car and pretty economical too!

The 350z I think is probably also a very nice car, but I think in terms of local support and parts pricing it may turn out to be a bit of a money pit, same goes for the S2000 I would think. Interesting Top Gear once did to a comparative test between these three cars - should be available on the tube...

Also both the 350z and the S2000 are locally "regarded" as quite premium and unique whereas the Z4 is a bit more popular and common place (not maybe the best word choice) - what I mean is, well established in the market.

S2000 indeed has a super engine for what it is, but for everyday use it's probably going to feel like a normal 2.0i unless you are making use of the 5000 - 8000 rpm power band!!!
 

Kisho135i

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I'm trading the merc on the roadster. found 2 bmw 3.0 manual and 1 s2000 that i like, phoned now just waiting for trade values.
 

Inspector_Gadget

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Kisho135i said:
I'm trading the merc on the roadster. found 2 bmw 3.0 manual and 1 s2000 that i like, phoned now just waiting for trade values.

OK, if your budget allows, 350Z may be enjoyable.
My Boss owns a Nissan Dealership and they could not fix my Fuel Gauge issues!!!

I still say the 350Z and I could see if I can arrange you a trade price on the vehicle. You would be on your own with the Merc though unless it is a saleable vehicle with low km's.

PM me and I will see if I can assist you with a Z4 3.0i @ around trade price.
 
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anile8-zn

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Hi Kisho
if you interested my RGM supercharged 350z coupe is for sale and the dealer can trade your car here in dbn!!
car makes 370kw !!!!
 

Sankekur

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If I where to go for one, I would go for one that was designed as a roadster and not one where the roof was just taken off a coupe.

So basically Z4 or S2000.
 
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anile8-zn

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then my z is not for u , its a got one heavy 'weekend" clutch:rollsmile:
 

Kisho135i

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Agreed sankeur.

BMW dealer offered me 200k for my Merc on a 2003 BMW z4 manual 3.0lt 75000km. Anybody know which is worse s2000 maintenance or BMW 3.0lt maintenance?

Oh z4 price 189k.
 

MikeR

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drive them all...in that price range the s2000 is the best - but u have to wind that motor up.
 

Kisho135i

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After a whole day of thinking decided I want a s2000. Now to find them, was on the Internet whole day only found 1 at a dealer( need to trade in)
 

Henry330i

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Good luck with finding a S2000 and good choice. They are fetching prices way above retail. Dealer in Centurion traded one in last week at retail sold next day at R40k over.
 

Sankekur

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Kisho135i said:
After a whole day of thinking decided I want a s2000. Now to find them, was on the Internet whole day only found 1 at a dealer( need to trade in)

That is a good choice, though I might think it would be hard to find one, or one for cheap as they have gotten harder to get since they are no longer making the s2000 :(, buuut persevere and you will be rewarded.
 

Philip Foglar

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And remember, "yo, when V-tec kicks in!" :roflol:

Jokes aside, the S2000 is an amazing car - especially as a track car, but I still think for a good all round sporty convertible the Z4 shines! The S2000 as I said before seems to remain too much of a premium car in the used market over here.
 

Kisho135i

New member
ok what you guys think:

2006 honda s2000 92000km, silver, R195 000, they offered me 195k for the merc as trade in. the only thing wrong with the car they say is the clutch just wants to launch when you touch it but they will send it to honda to fix before i fly up view and drive otherwise they say its in good condition. maybe i can get honda to do a check while its there.

http://search.autotrader.co.za/www/cars_advert?id=201135187938439

Also he said if i dont want the s2000, he would buy my car from me maybe i should do this then i have the cash to buy even from private sellers and get the best deal although private sellars are charging more in some cases, confused
 
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