1993 Nissan 300ZX 2+2

Description

In the early '90s, Japanese automakers pulled out all the stops and built some of the most impressive sports cars of the period. Near the top of the list was the Nissan 300ZX, whose shark-like looks, impressive handling, and user-friendly nature make it a great choice for affordable performance today. This 1993 Nissan 300ZX 2+2 coupe (aka the Z32) is a fine example of the nimble 'Fairlady', with a strong 3.0L V6, a desirable 5-speed manual transmission, and an extremely low 39,945 actual miles on the clock. And with T-tops that come right off to go with that slick bright white exterior, this import is ready to hit the streets and have some fun this summer.

The 300ZX looks arguably looks better as a hatchback than a convertible, and the sporty T-tops were actually standard on most Z32's with the 2+2 configuration. There were several shades of white offered on the Z32, and this particular beauty came with the most desirable one: Code 326 Super White. The high-end Japanese paint makes the sporty coupe look like a million bucks, emphasizing the long, low shape and with just 39,945 original miles (incredibly low for a 300ZX in North America), this one is remarkably well preserved. Nissan's paint quality was quite good and it's held up reasonably well over the past two decades. It's not perfect, of course, and there are some very minor of use and age if you look really closely (albeit not many), but this car will still get peoples' attention as it cruises through traffic. The headlights, which are one of the Z's most distinctive features, remain clear and bright like the rest of the lenses, and the dual-pipe exhaust system out back looks incredibly trick. The Z32 design was always ahead of its time, with its the sharp lines, bullet profile, and slanted rear end it's slick enough to look like it was introduced recently, not almost 30 years ago.

There's little doubt that this car was built by and for drivers when you climb inside. The Charcoal cloth buckets are firm and grippy, holding you in place during spirited driving but remaining comfortable for long-distance hauls, too. The dash is low, giving excellent sight lines and in typical Japanese fashion, all the controls are at your fingertips on short stalks or pods that line the outer edges of the instrument panel. Entertainment and HVAC sweep down the center stack and end in the sporty shifter (topped with an aftermarket carbon fiber knob) for the highly desired 5-speed manual transmission. As Nissan's flagship, everything was standard in the Z, including cold R134a A/C, cruise control, a tilt column, power windows/locks/mirrors/driver's seat, and a swapped-in Sony multi-media unit now handles all the tunes through upgraded Bose speakers in the cabin. The upholstery is in excellent shape, with only the driver's seat showing the slightest of wrinkles, the carpets are extremely nice thanks to correct 'Z' floor mats, and there's a decent amount of storage under the hatch out back.

The naturally-aspirated 3.0-liter DOHC V6 (aka the VG30DE) was the mid-level engine in the 300ZX, and by far the most popular drivetrain that was sent to North America. With 222 horsepower on tap, performance is energetic, even today, and it makes a wonderful guttural growl at full throttle. These engines proved to be virtually indestructible in the real world, and while they respond well to modifications, we're happy to report this one is completely stock. It starts quickly and easily, just as you'd expect from '90s Nissan, idles perfectly, and actually pulls down decent fuel economy as long as you're not stomping on the loud pedal all the time. Handling is agile, but they gave the T-top cars a slightly softer edge, so it's more of a grand touring machine, albeit with powerful 4-wheel disc brakes, intuitive power steering, and an all-independent suspension. Attractive 16-inch alloy wheels match the bodywork perfectly and still look very stylish, wearing 225/50/16 BFGoodrich G-Force performance radials at all four corners.

A fast, fun, reliable coupe that you don't see very often, and it's still ready to be your daily driver with only 39,945 actual miles on the odometer. Offered with its original keys, owner's manuals, and a lifetime of service records, this pretty American 'Fairlady' Z32 is about as nice as you'll ever see, especially at this reasonable price point. Call today!