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Hi guys, I'm in the middle of buying my 1st set of coils for my babe. No intention of tracking or mad driving just comfortable for street and occasional hard cornering. Right now i have few options

1. Brand new BC BR / Blitz ZZ-R from Justjap (1200-1300): something average, nothing major about these both quality and performance.

2. Used HKS (not sure which one, if anyone can tell from the picture???) - driven 15000kms, $850 + delivery from QLD. Quality appears to be good, performance guaranteed by HKS

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3. Used KW V3 / Ohlins Road & Track - $1500, both driven around 15000kms. Top quality , top performance. Between these I'd more likely fall into the KW V3 for its progressive springs.

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If anyone can help me choosing this, I'd be very glad :)

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Take this with a grain of salt - I haven't experienced each of these in a V35.

BC Coilovers are great entry level coilovers. They are good quality kit but nothing special.

I generally try to stick away from second hand coilovers, but I would probably make an exception for the KW V3/Ohlins set. HKS probably isn't worth buying second hand and I would be wary of any japanese coilover because they tend to have spring rates on the high side - not the best for street driving.

The other option which I would definitely consider is the Fortune Auto 500 series. They don't make them specifically for the 350gt, but I believe you can just throw in a 350z set. They are about $1500 new and my understanding is that they are a great coilover at a fantastic price for street driving.

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JustinVu

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lol...i know aye, its just sometimes a bit irrational to spend $2k on coilovers for cars valued at $15k :))... Well, i'm intending to stick with this V for few years so it should be ok :). i'm not rushing, its just coz its a used set, if im not hurry, it can be sold anytime :)

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lol...i know aye, its just sometimes a bit irrational to spend $2k on coilovers for cars valued at $15k :))... Well, i'm intending to stick with this V for few years so it should be ok :). i'm not rushing, its just coz its a used set, if im not hurry, it can be sold anytime :)

It will be more expensive if you don't like the set you buy/they are low quality and end up leaking and you have to replace them.

Buying the good stuff up front greatly reduces replacement cost - the old saying 'do it right, do it once'

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JustinVu

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How long is that KW V3 expected to last. the used set i'm buying has travelled ~15000kms. Seller describes as immaculate condition. Would you guys think 1k5 for that is reasonable given the original price is ~2k6 + shipping + tax from the states :)

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How long is that KW V3 expected to last. the used set i'm buying has travelled ~15000kms. Seller describes as immaculate condition. Would you guys think 1k5 for that is reasonable given the original price is ~2k6 + shipping + tax from the states :)

It depends - was the car slammed, did it get driven on good roads, tracked etc etc. Can't argue with the price.

The reality is that those are very high quality coilovers. I'm sure if you take car of them they will last 50000+kms. But there is always a risk buying second hand bits. Caveat emptor.

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I have a set of RS-R Black 1 suspension to suit the V35 or V36 (Which they came off)

I upgraded due to an unbelievable deal offered to me, otherwise I was happy with the RS-R's

They are fully adjustable and have a huge reputation in the States where there are thousands of V35's and V36's.

For sale at $950neg...

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