The name
Nissan is synonymous with the “Z,” a popular line of 2-door, rear-wheel-drive (RWD) sports cars manufactured since 1969 (originally under Nissan’s “Datsun” brand). The early 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX and 300ZX were followed by the technically advanced 4th-generation 300ZX models offered in the 1990s. After a 5-year hiatus, the current 5th-generation chassis was introduced in 2002, followed by the Roadster in 2004. In 2007, Nissan made a major model revision to the 350Z. Changes included revisions to the hood, bumpers and headlamps. Most importantly, an updated version of Nissan’s award-winning VQ-series engine was dropped under the hood. For 2008, the 350Z Coupe and Roadster remain mostly unchanged.
