2004 Nissan 350Z Consumer Reviews

It is what I wanted

Written by: Carnut on 10/06/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

The comfort, visibility and storage are all lacking. That said, it's a sports car! I expected what I got and I love it. I have had mine a month and I still love it. It is very difficult to get in and out of. You need to be in good shape. It goes like a rocket, it is probably the hottest car I have owned.

Favorite Features

Styling, acceleration. I like the ease of putting the top down. I like the looks of the car top up or down, but the visibility is bad with the top up . Rear visibility isn't too good top down either.

Suggested Improvements

Better upholstery. I am replacing the top at 4 years, 41,000 miles. I will probably have the cloth seats reupholstered in leather, something I wouldn't do if the cloth seats weren't worn and faded. The wheels accumulate a lot of brake dust. The car still looks clean, but i have to wash the wheels.

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Beware

Written by: BS 2K on 08/11/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

What a fun car! It goes fast, looks good and it attracts attention. However: 1. The paint is poor quality. Faded quickly and had a few "stains" that the dealer couldn't get out. 2. The brakes and rotors needed to be replace at 30k miles (mostly hiway and hardly used) My Lexus coupe had 130k on the original brakes and still had 40% left on the front when I got rid of it. 3. Electronics: 3a-The auto transmission stopped shifting after a heavy rain. 3b-The auto-up windows go back down rather than stay up. 3c-The airbag sensor went out. 4. Tire wear is only fair. You can expect only 25-30k if you drive the car easy. But, it sure is fun to drive!

Favorite Features

I love the way the top folds into the car but does not use any trunk space. I get my golf bag + shoes + walking cart into the trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Brakes - There is no way the brakes and rotors should have to be replaced at 30k. 95% of my miles are hiway.

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Nothing compares

Written by: Crack Shot on 07/26/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I'm sold from the first day I started up my wife's new car. I love the sound of the exhaust, the styling, the sleek ride. No car compares for the price. Never been told by so many people how beautiful a car was. I love cruising through the mounts like a bullet.

Favorite Features

Mpg 20 city, 27 hwy, exhaust, console, awww factor, the whole package

Suggested Improvements

These Bose speakers are bogus. More styling in the stereo system, cooled seats (PHX, AZ gets hot)

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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I just brought one home yesterday!

Written by: FLAbchgirl on 07/25/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I am in love. I bought a 1 (local) owner pearl white coupe with navigation. I want any reason to leave my house and drive. Even if I sit in traffic. It definitely turns heads, the rumble of the exhaust at the stoplight gets them looking. It's a great feeling to know you have that power if you need it. Awesome stereo, extremely comfy seats. I will check back for reliability since its only been a day.

Favorite Features

The sound when you turn it on, cockpit comfy seats,overall exterior appearance.

Suggested Improvements

I wish they had airbag on off switch. Not sure they even offered them from factory.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Not the Soccer Mom Van

Written by: JClayton on 06/22/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Excellent! Need I say more? I have always wanted and wished for a "Z" but with three children the momma van was it... finally, what I wanted! Drives like a dream, handles well, and at four yrs old, still has the reliability to back it all up. People stare. Great sports coupe for the money

Favorite Features

Leather interior/Bose system and the "way it hugs the road"! Considering it is a sports car, gas mileage is actually better than the van!

Suggested Improvements

Driver's side vision is blocked. Little more storage.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great Car

Written by: Danny on 04/11/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Track 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I've always loved the Z and this one is no exception. The Z is a blast to drive, whether it be through a twisty road, the empty highway, or the pacific coast highway. The shifter is smooth an the throws are quick. Plenty of torque so you never feel short on power an the sound of the engine revving up is amazing. Handling is excellent. Body roll is almost non-existent. Seats hold you in tight as you take the corners. Brakes react quickly and interior design is driver oriented. Overall its just a great car.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Blindspots! Trying to merge over into another lane becomes a near death experience. It's easily fixed with just moving the mirrors further out. View out the back is horrible. Ride can be uncomfortable on anything but perfect road. Weight! Car feels like a pig sometimes. Storage space for maps

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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True Blue Sports Car: 350Z, 2004

Written by: J. A. Nunez on 03/02/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Just three weeks of ownership, & I'm sold with this i-n-c-r-e-d-i-b-l-e machine! Ergonomics, performance, LOOKS!, Nissan quality...you-name-it, I LOVE this coupe/sports car. At $22,000, with just 13200K on it, my conscience is killing me - I ripped off a friend!!!

Favorite Features

Raw power, LOOKS!, ergonomics (for a sports coupe); did I say LOOKS!

Suggested Improvements

MPG, suspension.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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My New Z

Written by: Chris on 01/21/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is a great car! I love it! Just got it and got a lot of stares and looks! This is a lot of fun to drive and the performance is AWESOME!!

Favorite Features

Convertible, heated seats, tight steering, short shifting, power, muscular stylish aggressive look, handling.

Suggested Improvements

Make an all wheel drive. When it snows, it will be like ice-skating I guess. I have to buy a junk car to keep me from driving in the snow.

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Best Car Yet

Written by: Scotty B on 01/12/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Although some may complain about the lack of luggage space or room for more than 2, this car wasn't meant to haul things. It was meant to be driven, and I haven't driven anything since that has been as pleasurable as my Z. Not a Mustang GT, WRX, 3 Series (2003), A4, or even a C5 Vette. I even get 23+ mpg in it!

Favorite Features

Styling and handling. This thing just sticks to the road and makes moving through traffic seem like a video game.

Suggested Improvements

Interior upgrades (done in subsequent model years)

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Close to Perfect

Written by: Brandon on 01/06/2008

Vehicle

2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This car is quick, handles well, lots of power no matter the RPM and the hatch still has room for your weekends luggage. Transmission is smooth, a little clunky but smooth and close. Handling is good, it's a bit of a heavy car and you can tell when you turn in. Unlike its competitors that turn in a curve the road, this seems to barrel through them but its still fun. City driving is a bit uncomfortable due to stiff suspension but its not unbearable. Brakes are strong and the steering is responsive and quick. The 350z is a great driver's car, sure it's not perfect but what car is unless you spend 100k. It may not be the best bang for your buck performance wise, but you won't be disapointed

Favorite Features

The power and the acceleration this thing provides. Sound of the exhaust is breath taking. Hatch has room for luggage. Controls are all well placed. The way it handles in those wide curves. Pretty much everything about the Z is great

Suggested Improvements

Transmission is a bit clunky. Center gauges are to far for just a glance. Car weighs to much and when you take a turn youll feel it, kinda takes away from the handling. Strut bar gets in the way of big bags boxes or whatever you carry.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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