1996 Nissan 300ZX

Twin Turbo Coupe

6 - Cyl.

Manual

JN1CZ24D2TX580538

Gasoline

You are bidding on a 1996 Nissan 300ZX TWIN TURBO!!!! Really that is all I need to write about this car for you to be interested. However, I won't stop there. This vehicle is truly one of the nicest I have run across in what seems like forever. This car appears to have been meticulously cared for and it shows everywhere you look. This vehicle is a gorgeous pearl white with black leather. This vehicle is powered by Nissans VG30DETT, to those not in the know that is Nissans 3.0 liter DOHC Twin-Turbo V-6 which has been mated to an amazing 5 speed manual gearbox. The best I can gather via the internet is that this is one rare vehicle. According to the best estimates of those in the know Nissan sold somewhere between 4 and 500 twin turbo 300 z's to the U.S. market in 1996. This particular vehicle is bone stock with only a set of aftermarket alloy wheels and a sound system upgrade. The alloy wheels by the way are rolling in brand new rubber. The sound system consists of an Alpine AM/FM/CD/XM Head Unit, Alpine Amps, and Alpine Sub. The System sounds really nice in person, not so much in the video. This vehicle is also equipped with an aftermarket Clifford alarm and keyless entry system. Here is a little article from Car and Driver magazine in 1996: 1996 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 1996 10Best Cars · JANUARY 1996 · BY CSABA CSERE · PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON KILEY Heavyweight sports cars are dying in America, due to their bloated prices and insurance premiums, the ever-tightening emissions regulations, and a shift in customer preferences. Indeed, this is the last year the current 300ZX Turbo will appear on our Ten Best list, because Nissan has already announced that it will stop importing the car after the 1996 model year. That’s a shame. The current model is not only the fastest and most powerful in a long line of Z-cars, but it’s also as user-friendly as 150-mph two-seaters get. Despite its firm suspension and high-performance tires, the 300ZX Turbo delivers a reasonably supple and quiet highway ride—when its adjustable suspension is set in the softer mode. The interior is comfortable, with an excellent control layout and high-quality materials. Trunk space is reasonable. Naturally, the 300-horsepower Turbo Z delivers excellent handling and performance that never gets boring, as we found during a 30,000-mile long-term test we performed when the model was new. It will be a black day when the last Nissan 300ZX is shipped to America. Specifications: VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 3-door coupe BASE PRICE: $45,422 ENGINE TYPE(S): twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.0-liter V-6 Power (SAE net): 280-300 bhp TRANSMISSION(S): 5-speed, 4-speed auto DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 96.5 in Length: 169.5 in Curb weight: 3500 lbs FUEL ECONOMY: EPA city driving: 18 mpg Performance truly was astonishing in 1996 and is not shabby even by today's standard. Most all magazines claimed 5.0 to 5.5 second 0-60 times and high 13 to low 14 second 1/4 mile times. Those are impressive specs for a bone stock vehicle, but the potential with bolt-ons in unreal… Finally here is the retail data taken directly from N.A.D.A. 1996 Nissan 300ZX-V6-5 Spd./AT Coupe 2D Turbo Pricing Rough Trade-In Average Trade-In Clean Trade-In Clean Retail Base Price $5,875 $7,100 $8,100 $10,875 Mileage: 116,442 $950 $950 $950 $950 Options: (add options) T-Top Std. Std. Std. Std. TOTAL PRICE $6,825 $8,050 $9,050 $11,825* Here are a couple videos of the car:Here is a walk around:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CiGGEp7ubI Here is a normal drive:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR-eA1ajS40 Here is a little wide open 1st. through 3rd.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GgR0vp-uJ0 There are only a few things I can pick on the car:Seems to have a small exhaust manifold leakFront bumper has been bumped at some point and has some spider webbing in the clear see pictureThe right quarter panel has been painted, don't see any signs of major damage or body filler so I am assuming they just repaired a scuff or scratch. However, I am telling you this as they have just slightly missed the pearl as it is just slightly too pink. I tried every way possible to get this to show up in a photo, but it is so close it just won't show up. Probably wouldn't notice it if I hadn't told you, but I don't want you mad at me if I didn't mention it. I have taken lots of pictures and video of this vehicle to help you see the vehicle so you can draw your own conclusions. However, if I have missed anything or you have questions please do not hesitate to call or email me. You can email me through Ebay or use my personal email theturboman2002@yahoo.com or you can call me. My office number is 423-652-1057 and my cell is 423-366-7357. Thanks for looking and good luck, Drew *SHIPPING!!!!!! I will ship this vehicle for free in the lower 48 states or pay the first $1000 towards your travel or flight expenses if you prefer to pick the car up in person IF THE BUY IT NOW OPTION IS USED*!!!!!!!!!! Now, the part I really hate to have to write. Please do not waste my time or yours!!! If you have no intention of paying for my item if you win the bid, DON'T BID!!!! If you have no money or do not have your finances worked out, DON'T BID!!!!! You as a buyer are responsible for all shipping/transport costs if the buy it now option is not used. You are welcome to come pick the vehicle up in person or arrange shipping. I can even put you in contact with some transporters if you need. Please note that the vehicle is for sale locally and I reserve any right to sale the car and end this auction early. Vehicle is sold AS-IS and your deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are a Tennessee resident I must also collect Tennessee sales tax. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding, Drew