1991 Nissan 300ZX Five-Speed

Description

Nissan, which had established itself as a builder of performance cars beginning with the 1970 240Z, continued to elevate the comfort and performance of its “Fairlady Z” with the 3.0-liter 300ZX in 1983. A completely new, computer-designed second-generation 300ZX (known internally as Z32) began production in 1989 and featured several innovations including optional four-wheel steering in the turbo variant. The 3.0-liter V6 was the only component directly carried over from the first generation, which was upgraded with variable valve timing and dual overhead camshafts. The reworked engine produced 222 horsepower, while the twin-turbo, twin-intercooled Turbo model made 300. North American and domestic buyers had a choice of a Slicktop or T-Top body style with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Today, the 300ZX is appreciated by collectors for its sleek, modern design and excellent handling thanks to its fully independent multi-link suspension. 

Highlights 

• Desirable Slicktop body style 

• Consignor reports being only the third caretaker from new 

• 3.0-liter VG30DE V6 rated at 222 horsepower and 198 lb-ft of torque 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Refinished in factory-correct Charcoal Pearl (KH2) under previous ownership 

• Maintenance items performed under current ownership reportedly include: 

  • New clutch (February 2021) 

  • New master cylinder (February 2021) 

  • New shifter bushings (March 2021) 

  • New timing belt (2021) 

  • New water pump 

  • New mufflers 

  • New 225/50 Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 tires 

• Showing 51,691 miles at the time of listing 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Limited-slip differential 

• Rear-wheel drive 

• Independent multi-link suspension 

• Anti-lock four-wheel vented disc brakes 

• Power steering 

• 16-inch Turbo alloy wheels 

• Integrated fog lights 

• Painted mirror caps 

• Power-telescoping antenna 

• Rear window wiper 

• Quad exhaust outlets 

• Automatic climate control 

• Cruise control 

• Z-branded floor mats 

• Four-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel 

• 160-mph speedometer 

• 7k-rpm tachometer 

• Coolant temperature, oil pressure, and fuel level gauges 

• Power hatch release  

• JVC stereo 

• Charcoal cloth upholstery 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor exterior scratches (Passenger’s-side door, fuel door, and lower front bumper area) 

• Exterior paint overspray visible in some areas 

• Clutch pedal makes a minor clicking noise under the dash 

• Dash air vent is lifting slightly  

• Rear hatch latch is inoperable (New, uninstalled interior release lever included) 

• Left turn signal does not cancel automatically 

• Power-telescoping antenna is inoperative 

• Roof molding doesn't fit perfectly at the rear of the molding strip  

Included 

• Owner’s manual 

• Service manual 

• Car cover 

• Replacement interior rear hatch release lever 

• Space saver spare tire 

Ownership History  

The accompanying clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 1991 Nissan 300ZX begins in 1993 and shows registration history in California, Florida, New Jersey, and Alabama. The consignor reports that this three-owner 300ZX was originally delivered in Santa Clara, California, before spending 12 years with its second owner in Florida, and is now offered by its third owner in northern Alabama.