Nissan 350Z: from the first to the fifth generation

The modern Nissan 350Z is a sports car, sales of which began in 2003. This is the fifth generation model. Consider a bit of its history.

Initially, all cars of this family should have been called Fairlady Z. But the president of the department in the US considered that the sports coupe can not be called a "female" name. True, he could not dissuade the authorities. As a result, when the first batch of cars came for sale in the US, he ordered the name to be replaced with an alphanumeric index. In Japan, this model still bears the "name" Fairlady Z.

The first car Nissan 350Z began to produce in 1969 with great success. In the US, he received the name "Ferrari for the poor." The second generation of the model appeared in ten years. And the consumers were offered even a turbo version of the car.

The third generation was produced in 1984-1988. Consumers were also offered two types of engine: with and without a turbine. The fifth generation was produced before 1996. And the model was equipped with different engine variants and became very popular not only in Japan and America, but all over the world.

Nissan 350 sixth generation is a classic sports two-seater, created in the spirit of the Z series of this brand.

The car was created on the basis of a shortened platform, which was borrowed from the Skyline Coupe. That's why the road performance and handling are worthy of praise only. Six-cylinder engine is located in front. This is an aggregate of 300 horsepower. The engine is supplemented by a six-speed "mechanics" (or a five-speed "automatic"), as well as a rear-wheel drive.

The modern Nissan 350Z car is sold with two types of bodywork: a roadster and a coupe.

Particular attention was paid to the design of the car. A characteristic feature is the extent to which the wheels are "spaced" in the corners. The appearance of the model is very specific. The shape of the body creates a unique illusion that the car, as it were, is made of molten metal. This effect is enhanced by vertical xenon headlights.

As a result, the car boasts an aggressive and modern appearance.

The interior of the model emphasizes its sporty character. The instrument panel is decorated in matt, black and silver colors. Its form and content are very well thought out. In the center there is a display on which digital figures of turns, speeds and other are deduced, and also airways and the basic devices. The steering wheel is adjustable.

The suspension of the model is tough, but for a sports car this property is a necessary condition. With fast driving or cornering at high speed, the car remains stable, demonstrating its excellent abilities.

A single Nissan 350Z-Pack is supplied to Russia. It includes 6 airbags, xenon headlights, a Bose audio system with 6 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer, heated seats and climate control. For an additional fee, the SR-Pack is offered, which is distinguished by 18 "forged wheels and orange interior trim.

If you consider the low cost of the car Nissan Z350 in the Russian market, then this option is ideal. Especially in comparison with its competitors such as Audi, Mazda and Porsche.