Vehicle Description
This 1991 Nissan 300ZX is part of the new great class of vintage
cars that comes with a rev-happy modern multi-valve motor and
plenty of modern conveniences. But since it has crossed the 25-year
threshold, it also is eligible for classic car insurance. And when
it has such a great backstory and it's as nicely presented as this
T-top example, it also has earned its spot on the show field.
Everyone loves a Z-car, and when this generation first hit the
scene in 1990, it made a big impression. The rounded design almost
looked like Nissan was doing impossible things with sheetmetal. And
the profile of this shorter wheelbase model is always more popular.
It has that perfect low-sung sportscar style that made it a true
exotic (heck, even Lamborghini eventually borrowed the headlight
design.) It really looks fantastic in its original Platinum Mist.
This factory paint has been so well looked after that even over a
quarter-century later that you still get a great metallic shine the
moment the sunlight hits it. It's this exceptional level of care
and preservation you see over the whole car, right down to the
factory 16-inch alloy wheels that look like they've never done
battle with a curb. The reason for all this great care is because
of this car's unique story. The consignor is the second owner. He
actually was the salesman who sold it brand new in 1991, and when
he saw how babied the car was in 2000, he couldn't resist the
taking up the baton of impeccable maintenance on this sleek sports
machine.
There's little doubt that this car was built by and for drivers
when you climb inside. The black leather buckets are firm and
grippy, holding you in place during spirited driving but remaining
comfortable for long-distance hauls, too. Just like the exterior,
the interior is in exceptional condition so you'll find few signs
anyone ever sat in these seats or even rested a foot on the
carpeting. The dash is low, giving excellent sight lines. All the
controls are at your fingertips, many as close as the edge of the
instrument panel. As Nissan's flagship, this Z came with loaded
with features like power windows, power locks, power driver's seat,
heated power side mirrors, driver's air bag, cruise control, power
steering, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo with aux input for the
most modern music. You know you want to take off the T-tops and
cruise this Z all-year round, and that's no problem thanks to the
automatic climate control that includes modern R134a air
conditioning.
The 3.0-liter DOHC V6 is a truly marvelous motor. With 222
horsepower on tap, this fuel-injected, multi-valve powerplant loves
to rev, and it makes a wonderful guttural growl at full throttle.
And you are in complete control of this full power and its dual
exhaust symphony thanks to the five-speed manual transmission.
These engines proved to be virtually indestructible in the real
world, and while they respond well to modifications, this low
mileage, numbers-matching original motor remains completely stock.
In fact, part of the appeal of a sports car like this is it fires
up as reliability and has the same everyday usability as any other
Nissan. The moment you feel like hitting the open road, the fully
independent sports suspension and four-wheel disc brakes remind you
instantly how the Z car has earned its racing stripes.
The sale comes complete with all the right paperwork, including the
original window stickers, owner's manual, and a ton of maintenance
records. There are even original components like the exhaust tips
and airbox, too! This is the new class of vintage sports cars where
you get everything you want, including classic car respect. We only
have this example, and we doubt you'll ever find one as
fantastically preserved ever again. Call today!!!
