1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo "Fairlady Z"

Greenwich Concours d'Elegance Auction|2 June 2019, 11:00 EDT|Greenwich

1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo "Fairlady Z"
Chassis no. GCZ32-507838

2,960cc Twin Turbo DOHC V6 Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection
300bhp at 6,400rpm
5-Speed Manual Transmission
Independent Front and Rear Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Roughly 14,500km (9,000 Miles) original miles
*Long term single ownership in home market
*Right hand drive Japanese Domestic market car
*2+2 Twin Turbo unavailable in American market

THE NISSAN 300ZX TWIN TURBO

Upon the release of the entirely refreshed 300ZX for 1989, the motoring world sung its praises for Nissan's newest sports grand tourer. Refined and stylish, the latest iteration of the venerable Z car offered one of the best all around packages of the bubble era of the Japanese car market.

The ergonomic cabin featured a full suite of electronically controlled systems, but the most impressive features are to be found under the skin. Nissan's VG 6-cylinder motor received a DOHC set up, 24 valves, and twin Garret Turbo charges which all together could produce a whopping 300hp. Further tech included variable valve timing and the HICAS 4-wheel steering system also found in the mighty GT-R.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

A remarkable example of one of Nissan's most celebrated cars is presented here. Sold in its home market of Japan, just one owner held title over this vehicle for almost 30 years and put just 14,500km on the dashboard before it left the Pacific island to be imported in the United States in 2018. This 'Fairlady' with 2+2 seating and removable T-Tops is finished in Platinum Mist Metallic over a Charcoal leather interior. The vehicle arrived with Japanese service records, proof of single ownership, the original owner's manuals as well as the tools. Soon after the 300ZX's entrance in the country, a service inspection was performed and the fuel injectors were flow tested, cleaned, and reinstalled. The remainder of the car was deemed fit as a fiddle and ready for many miles of driving.

As one can surmise from so few miles accruing on the clock, the Nissan presents in remarkable condition. Little wear can be found both on the exterior and interior, and thusly presents as a wonderful preservation piece for 1990s nostalgia.

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