What's the story with these? Any good? I'm sure they're fast but dynamically how good are they? Are they a bit heavy for fun cornering etc.?

Anyone got any uk interior pics?

 

Hello mate

Dynamically they're good
Not fast in standard form,
very unreliable compared to other Japanese 'Supercars'
Sadly they're a part of the chav's/ricer's car ladder nowadays.

 

http://www.300zx.co.uk/ try this site, it may be biased but they'll be able to help you out

 

I test drove a few when i sold my scoob but deciding to go for another 200sx instead. The 300 is bloody fast (even in standard form) .... but it just didn't seem as much fun to throw around. Parts aren't too bad (available from breakers), but reliability isn't really that good for a Jap car. I guess the reliability is a worthy sacrifice when you consider how much car you get for your money.

 

Bro-in-law has 1, 5k gets you an average one on about a H/J plate. Twin turbo is fast standard, 0-60 isnt brilliant (compared to scoob) but 50mph+ they are awesome.

As said, there are alot of reliability issues, but 300+bhp thru the rear wheels is fun. Wouldnt wanna race anything thru the twisties mind, could get kinda hairy!

 

I've got an L reg UK one.

Dynamically they are very good, the twin turbo version is very fast - hardly any lag. They have 2 tiny turbos instead of 1 big one to spool up quicker.

Twisties aren't good with a RWD car. Back end is very tail happy and will step out quite readily. That said, they grip the road better than most. I've driven round a particular corner near home and the other half says that it feels more "planted" on the road than his Scooby.

Absolutely stunning in getting people out of your way when you suddenly appear behind them.

There's a few pictures here : http://www.5ive-o.com/web/viewtopic.php?t=3005. Failing that, the site listed above will have no end of advice and pictures.

 

It sure is, and without the reliability issues

(Supra owner )

 

I had a twin turbo before the scoob,

Fast car with great looks but bloody lairy through the bends!!

 

Come on Jawa, lets have a quick pic of it

MB

 

Had one for a month whilst selling it.

A rare two seater with an induction kit and a phat Jap exhaust.
Stupidly quick and dangerous round the bends,unless youve mastered drifting.
Interior is a bit dated now although high tech dash/heater controls (a bit fiddly).
Targa tops a big bonus although I probably wouldnt have bothered with them after a few months (luckily I had it for the two weeks of sunshine in that year).

Reliability could be a bit of a concern though ,so much packed under the bonnet,and dosent matter how cheep ,one major part failing (even some of the poxy little things)and you could be paying as much as the car cost in parts and labour.

This one was quicker than most scoobs(in the dry,on a straight road,not too much traffic).

Dont bother with an Auto its crap.

 

(Supra owner )[/QUOTE]

If your talking twin turbo 92> Then 'RESPECT'.

Had one for a week (sold instantly)
Only auto car that has **** me up big time.Gear change is amazing.Havent checked a man trans but suspect it would be compared to the reproductive organs of a k9.

Leave the 300zx,save up and get one of these.(you can also torture your mates by making them sit in the back)

 

and let me guess, if it's orange, it's even better? FATF galore....

The pre-93 ain't posh/homosexual/ugly enough for you?

 

I think the exterior of the 300 is gorgeous (I actually prefer its looks over a scoob). Girls love them.

The dubious reliability put me off buying one.

Shame the cars are all getting on now.

 

Oi XT - shyat it MKIII's, next thing you'll be saying Magnum is your fav prog

Couple of pics of mine as requested:



and on a somewhat duller day:

 

Neil , more like Knight Rider

 

LMFAO!! Now thats more like it!

 

woooot? not arguing?

I'll go to mk4 and cause chaos, NOT!

btw, I think that branners isn't impressed with my thread

 

nope - surprising? eh

nope - don't think he was - mind you, if you wanna post pay up

 

I see the Branners virus infected you too.

I just passed 10 posts, give me a chance, you Scrooge.

 

Bah! Humbug.

 

my mates got a real beauty kicking out 500+ bhp. Only downside for me is it`s auto. Not had a problem with it and he`s had it a while but saying that it doesn`t come out often and he`s a reserved driver. (shame).
http://www.ridejudge.com/rides/00010027.jpg
Oh and after spending about a grand on blue/cream leather it`s got one of the nicest interiors I`ve seen in a ZX too!

 

If you get a decent one to start with then regular maintanance and servicing are worth their weight in gold. www.300zx.co.uk has a myriad of people that will help you save money, gain more experience on the car and do the jobs yourself, if you're of that mind.