Nissan 350Z (Fairlady Z)

The Nissan 350Z (known as Nissan Fairlady Z Z33 in Japan) is a two seat sports car that was manufactured by Nissan from 2003 to 2009 and marks the fifth generation (codename: Z33) of Nissan's Z-car line. The 350Z entered production in late 2002 and was sold and marketed as a 2003 model. The first year there was only a coupe, as the roadster did not debut until the following year. Initially, the coupe came in base, Enthusiast, Performance, Touring and Track versions, while the roadster was limited to Enthusiast and Touring trim levels. The Track trim came with lightweight wheels and Brembo brakes, but its suspension tuning was the same as all other coupes. The Nissan 350Z has been succeeded by the 370Z for the 2009 model year.
Preproduction Model

Nissan unveiled the 240Z concept car at the 1999 North American International Auto Show, then later at the Los Angeles Auto Expo. The concept was designed by Ajay Panchal of Nissan's California design studio. Clearly a throwback to the original, it was a bright orange two-seater with classic swept-back styling. In addition, it was fully functional, with the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder KA24DE engine from the Nissan Altima featuring 200 bhp (150 kW) and 180 lb·ft (244 N·m) of torque. The designers used an original 240Z to provide inspiration and the concept was created in only 12 weeks. Unfortunately critics said "it would be cool but get a new model."[3]

The running concept, featuring a 4-cylinder engine compared to the Z-car's traditional 6-cylinder engine, was eventually thought a less than a worthy successor to the line.

Design and layout

The 350Z is a front-mid engine rear-wheel-drive two door,two seat, sports car designed by Ajay Panchal of Nissan Design America in San Diego, California.[6]

The vehicle features the long-hood short-deck design common to the Z-Car family. Currently, external design highlights include: sloping fastback style roof line, unique brushed aluminium door handles, high waistline, and bulging fenders that are pushed out to the corners of the vehicle.

Interior cabin design is straightforward with brushed aluminium accents. The main gauge pod is mounted directly to the steering column allowing their movement to coincide with steering wheel adjustments. Additional gauges are mounted in a center triple gauge cluster (similar to the 240Z/260Z/280Z). Touring models are equipped with the Bose sound system get a 6 CD changer and 8" Bose sub mounted behind the drivers seat. The 350Z’s interior does not have a conventional glove box, instead it makes use of various storage compartments located either behind or between the 2 seats.

Models

Released on August 20, 2002, the 350Z coupé was available in the U.S. in 5 trim packages: '350Z' (Base), 'Enthusiast', 'Performance', 'Touring', and 'Track' editions. In Europe, only the 'Track' trim was available, although it was badged and marketed as '350Z'.

In 2004 Nissan introduced the 350Z Roadster featuring an electrically retractable soft-top roof. In the U.S. market the car was available in just 2 trim packages (Enthusiast and Touring), while in Europe, the same versions as the coupé were offered. Nissan added the Grand Touring (GT) trim to the Roadster trim packages for 2005.[citation needed]

In 2005 Nissan launched a 35th Anniversary edition, with a revised exterior and interior (see Special Editions below). 35th Anniversary 6-speed manual models and Track models were a mid-year introduction, and included the 300HP/260TQ Rev-up engine. Automatic transmission-equipped 35th Anniversary edition models continued with the original VQ35DE with 287HP/274TQ.[clarification needed]

For the 2006 model year, the 350Z received a number of notable changes for its mid-cycle facelift. The 300HP/260TQ Rev-up engine that was introduced mid-year 2005 with 6-speed manual was offered for every trim now. The VQ35DE with 287HP/274TQ was offered with the 5-speed automatic. New features included bi-xenon projectors, a revised front fascia, new LED rear lights, and changes to the interior trim. Touring and Grand Touring models have radio-steering controls standard, MP3 CD compatibility, and Satellite Radio became an available option. For the 2007 model year, the 350Z was again moderately revised. The VQ35DE V6 was replaced with a new VQ35HR V6. It produced 306 hp (228 kW) at 6800 rpm with 268 ft·lbf (363 N·m) at 4800 rpm using the revised SAE certified power benchmark. The hood was redesigned featuring a bulge reminiscent of the original 240Z in order to accommodate the revised twin-throttle design of the new VQ35HR V6 engine. In the US, trims levels were narrowed down to 350Z (base), Enthusiast, Touring, and Grand Touring, while in Europe the same trim levels remained.

Nismo Edition :

 

 Nismo 350z

Police Version

• NISMO R-Tune (2004)
• NISMO S-Tune GT (2005)
• NISMO 350Z (2007–2008)
• NISMO Type 380RS (2007)
• NISMO Type 380RS-Competition
• Police version

Special Edition :

• Type E (2004)
• Gran Turismo 4 Limited Edition
• 35th Anniversary Edition (2005)
• GT-S

Spesification:

Available Trims

(2006):350Z (base), Enthusiast, Touring, Grand Touring, Track

(2007-2008) :Coupé: Base, Enthusiast, Touring, Grand Touring, NISMO

Roadster: Enthusiast, Touring, Grand Touring

Engine

(2006):VQ35DE 3.5 L (210 cu in) V6 300 hp (224 kW; 304 PS) at 6,400 rpm 260 lb·ft (353 N·m) at 4,800 rpm

(2007-2008): VQ35HR 3.5 L (210 cu in) V6 306 hp (228 kW; 310 PS) at 6,800 rpm 268 lb·ft (363 N·m) at 4,800 rpm

Transmission

6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic

Curb Weight

Coupé:

3,339 lb (1,515 kg) (Base)

3,346 lb (1,518 kg) (Enth)

3,400 lb (1,500 kg) (Tour)

3,404 lb (1,544 kg) (Grand)

3,353 lb (1,521 kg) (NISMO)

Roadster:

3,580 lb (1,620 kg) (Enth)

3,600 lb (1,600 kg) (Tour)

3,602 lb (1,634 kg) (Grand)

Wheelbase

104.3 in (2,650 mm)

Length

169.8 in (4,310 mm)

Width

71.5 in (1,820 mm)

Height

52.1 in (1,320 mm)

Awards and recognition

The 350Z has been given extensive coverage in the automotive press, and has obtained generally positive reviews. Eddie Alterman, senior editor of Automobile Magazine, said of the 350Z "An outstanding performance value. They got all the important stuff right." While David Swigg of Motor Trend said "With a competent driver at the wheel and the traction control switched off, many Boxster drivers would be hard-pressed to post better lap times than with this Z." Top Gear magazine later awarded the Nissan Designers with the 2004 Top Gear Magazine Car of the year award.

Automotive journalists tend to praise such features as the 350Z's value, performance, handling, and braking. Criticisms tend to be directed towards the grade of interior plastics, greater curb weight than its competitors, cabin ergonomics and engine refinement. Other reviews have criticised reflections off the back strut in the rear window.

The 350Z has been recognized including the following:

• Japanese Performance Car of the Year 2007 TopSpeed Magazine
• 10 Best Cars 2003 Car and Driver
• Most Significant Vehicle of the Year. Two years running Edmunds.com
• Editors' Most Wanted 2003 Edmunds.com
• International Car of the Year: Most Sex Appeal Award 2003 Road and Travel
• Canadian Car of the Year 2003 Automobile Journalists Association of Canada
• Best New Design 2003 Automobile Journalists Association of Canada
• Driver's Choice Best Performance Car 2003 MotorWeek
• Winner 12 Best Cars Under 30K Road & Track
• Car of the Year 2004 Top Gear Magazine

Refrensi : www.wikipedia.com