1602-8 Tomitsuka Naka Hamamatsu
Shizuoka Japan 432-8002
2002. 07 : Nissan announced the release of 5th generation of brand-new
Fairlady Z after a two-year hiatus. All models are fitted with the NEO
VQ35DE engine that produces 280 horsepower and 37.0 kg-m of torque.
The feature of this new front midship FM sports package are, wide-tread
sport tires with different front and rear diameters that rank among the
largest in this class, an optimum front-rear weight distribution of 53:47,
a low center of gravity, top-class aerodynamic performance (a spoilers
equipped model is a Cd figure of 0.29), and a sporty driving position.
2003.10 : Fairlady Z Roadster which is a convertible two-seater featuring
a automatic soft top was added to the Fairlady Z line-up. Fairlady Z coupe
got a minor model change of its interior, and the capacity of the Brembo
brakes has been increased.
2004.01 :Limited-production Fairlady Z type E was introduced in Japan.
Fairlady Z type E based on the Version S includes a long-nose front bumper
(+180mm), long-tail bumper (+135mm) and side finishers.
2004. 09 : Fairlady Z coupe had undergone a minor model change including
the addition of the yellow body color and the adoption of 5M-ATx (5-speed
automatic transmission with a manual shift mode) with the rev-control.
2005.01 : Nissan introduced a limited edition Fairlady Z 35th Anniversary
in commemoration of the 35th anniversary of its debut. The 35th Anniversary
model is based on the Version ST (6MT) featuring exclusive special tuned
engine, 18 inches alloy wheels, exclusive emblems, and black/tan leather
seats(optional). The major features of the engine include ; 7000rpm rev
limit, E-VTC (electromagnetic valve timing control) is adopted on the exhaust
side, Cam operation corner expansion, Improved intake manifold shape, Improved
piston-ring tension, Improved conrod-bolts, Improved crank shaft oil pressure
route.
2005.09 : Fairlady Z got a mild upgrades including a newly designed front
bumper and headlights. And Fairlady Z adopted rear LED combination lamps,
18in alloy wheels, titan-clear door mirrors, dual flow pass shock absorbers,
speed sensitive power steering, and 17 inches brakes. The 6 speed manual
transmission model makes 294PS/6400rpm.
2006.01 : Limited-production Fairlady Z version ST type-G was introduced.
Fairlady Z version ST type G features are 19-inches rear tires (F 245-40R18,
R 265-35R19), front & rear fender moldings (+25mm), RAYS alloy wheels,
and exclusive interior leather color.
2007.01 : Fairlady Z got major upgrades for 2007 including the new designed
engine hood and new VQ35HR engine with nearly 80% of major parts redesigned.
VQ35HR engine makes 313 horsepower and 36.5kgm of toque. Fairlady Z Roadster
had adopted the gray color soft-top.
Fairlady Z Version Nismo jointly developed by Nismo and Autech Japan was
introduced. The body of Fairlady Z version Nismo has been improved by increasing
the welded area, and adding additional reinforcement bars and panels. And
the Fairlady Z version Nismo features are Potenza RE-01R tires, re-tuned
suspension system which includes performance dampers, and new designed
exterior.
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