TOKYO – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the domestic release of the new Fairlady Z following the implementation of a minor model change.
Version R 2x2 T-bar Roof (equipped with optional features)
As part of this minor model change, interior and exterior trim parts have been changed to further accentuate the Fairlady Z's sharp, bold styling for which it has been uniquely renowned over the years. Additionally, body stiffness has been increased and braking performance has been enhanced, among other improvements. Safety equipment has also been further improved and expanded, including the adoption of an antilock braking system (ABS) as a standard feature on all models and the availability of xenon headlamps.
Overview of New Fairlady Z
1. Sharper, bolder appearance
The front bumper now incorporates a dynamic-looking central opening and the rear spoiler (standard on Version R series and 300ZX twin-turbo models; optional on all other models) projects a heightened sense of unity with the body shape. Sill protectors (standard on Version R series models) have also been adopted to create a sporty body form with a look of solid stability. Also newly available now are brightly polished aluminum wheels (optional on all models) and xenon headlamps (standard on turbo models and optional on non-turbo models). These and other new features combine to give the Fairlady Z a sharper, bolder exterior.
Sporty-looking Lightning Yellow and Sonic Silver Metallic have been added as two new body colors, bringing the number of body color choices to six.
2. Enhanced interior quality
Besides new seat fabric and door trim fabric, the center cluster and the power window switch finisher now feature a black wood accent (standard on 300ZX models) and a new carbon accent (standard on Version R series models). In addition, handsome gold faces have been adopted for the combination instruments (standard on all models) and tan-colored genuine leather seats combined with a two-tone interior color scheme are also available (optional on 300ZX models). These and other features create an interior with an enhanced look of stellar quality.
3. Improved dynamic performance
The body stiffness of all model grades has been increased by using thicker structural members, resulting in a firmer driving sensation. On the Version R models, body stiffness has been improved even further by adopting dovetail joints above the door locks to strength the coupling between the doors and the body, in addition to using a larger floor tunnel member. Moreover, a dedicated suspension with sporty tuning has been adopted to enhance sporty dynamic performance and ride comfort.
Brake pedal effort has been reduced to provide a more refined braking feel by increasing the size of the brake master cylinder and changing the booster characteristics as well as the brake pad material.
4. Expanded roster of safety equipment
Xenon headlamps, which produce a larger amount of white light close to sunlight for improved visibility, have been adopted as standard equipment on all twin-turbo models (optional on all non-turbo models). Additionally, ABS and a long-life water repellent coating on the front door windows have also been adopted as standard safety features on all models.
Price Range and Sales target
The Fairlady Z is priced from 3,070,000 yen to 4,820,000 yen in the Tokyo area.
Nissan projects a monthly sales volume of 100 units.
Specifications
Grade
Overall Length (mm) 4520
Overall Width (mm) 1800
Overall Height (mm) 1255
Wheelbase (mm) 2570
Tread Front (mm) 1495
Rear (mm) 1535
Ground Clearance (mm) 125
Curb Weight (kg) 1780
Turning Radius (m) 5.6
Steering Rack & Pinion with electronically controlled power assistance
Suspension Front / Rear Independent, Multi-link
Brakes Front / Rear Ventilated disks
Tires Front / Rear 225/50R16 92V
Engine
Type VG30DETT DOHC, V6
Displacement (cc) 2960
Bore ~ Stroke (mm) 87.0 ~ 83.0
Max. Power (PS/rpm) 280 / 6400
Max. Torque (kg-m/rpm) 39.6 / 3600
Compression Ratio 8.5 : 1
Induction EGI (ECCS)
Transmission
Electronically controlled 4-speed Automatic Transmission
Gear Ratio
1st 2.784
2nd 1.544
3rd 1.000
4th 0.694
Reverse 2.275
Final 3.692
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