2016 Nissan 370Z Nismo

Highlights 

• Rare Nismo model

• Performance exhaust 

• Performance cold air intake

• In excellent condition throughout

• Low mileage

• Recently serviced

• Long, advisory-free MOT

Overview

The Skyline may be the more famous of Nissan's sporting models but there was another offering from the Japanese giant that grabbed its fair share of headlines, and indeed lap times: the 300ZX. More of an out and out sports car the 300ZX was a sleek two-door coupe that could be supplied with a number of high performance engines, with the 3.0-litre, twin-turbo V6 found in the later second-gen Z32 cars being the most powerful at just over 300bhp.

It was, and still is, a great looking car but as the new millennium approached the old 300ZX was getting a little long in the tooth. Ending its run in 2000 we would only have to wait two years for its successor – the much anticipated 350Z. Here was another two-seater sports car that took everything that was great about the 300ZX and built upon it to create a really rather excellent coupe. A true Z-Car through and through, what with its long bonnet and fastback roof line, it certainly looked the part and it went like a scalded cat too thanks to 3.5-litre, naturally aspirated V6.

It was a huge hit, both with the car buying public and in the motorsport realm and the car remained in production until 2009. Which is when the harder, better, faster, stronger 370Z took on Nissan's sporty crown. Although similarly styled, the 370Z was pretty much a complete redesign and featured a larger, 330bhp 3.7-litre V6 . But for those that wanted the best, those that craved a bit more bang for their buck, there was the Nismo version.

Being Nissan's Motorsport division, the name Nismo has always been synonymous with performance and the 370Z Nismo does not disappoint. A revised ECU map and a sporty exhaust set up pushes peak output to 350bhp and a six-speed manual gearbox with Nissan's rev matching wizardry takes care of getting all of that juice to the rear wheels. Handling is improved via stiffer springs and sway bars, while bigger wheels with Nismo sport brakes complete the package. Yep, the 370Z Nismo means serious business.

This particular, low mileage 2016 face lift model has been further enhanced by the addition of a performance cold air intake and performance exhaust to help the engine to breathe better. An after market spoiler has also been fitted and the white lettering on the tyres gives a rather motorsport inspired look. The car has been recently serviced and is in excellent condition throughout. Add in the long, advisory-free MOT until September 2026 and you're on to a winner.

History and documentation

• 2016 model year 

• V5C present and correct

• First registered March 30th 2016

• In current ownership for four years

• Two keys

• Original book pack

• The vendor states that the car was serviced before purchase at 30,000 miles

• Recent service at 37,069 miles 

• Dyno run printout 

• Some invoices for servicing and parts

• Zero advisories on any previous MOT 

• Advisory-free MOT until September 11th 2026

• HPI clear

• 37,521 miles 

Interior

• In wonderful condition overall, partly due to the car's limited mileage

• The vendor informs us that all electrics and mechanisms are in full working order

• Carpets and roof are in fine shape

• The dashboard presents well and remains undamaged

• All seats are in great condition with only the usual light signs of light wear to the driver's bolster

• The Alcantara steering wheel has lost its lustre from general use but it is by no means rough

• There are a few scuffs on the driver's side door card and a small scratch on the drivers door tire pressure sticker but apart from that the interior is excellent 

• The boot space presents equally well and comes complete with Nissan Car Combi Bag 

• Engine bay is in great shape with only some light signs of oxidisation to the front of the engine to note

Exterior

• Bodywork is in great condition with no signs of any damage

• Vampire red wrap/ carbon roof PPF presents beautifully and there is no obvious sign of any corrosion

• There are a few tiny scuffs to the front bumper from the usual road rash as to be expected

• All panel gaps are uniform

• Glasswork is on point

• After market spoiler (original Nismo item included but two mounting points are damaged)

• All four original 19” forged alloy wheels look to be in great condition with no evidence of any damage or kerbing

• Tyres are all Goodyear Eagle F1 with white lettering

• The vendor states that the nearside rear has 2.1mm legal tread remaining and the offside rear has 2.4mm

• Underneath is in particularly good condition with the vendor stating that the car is rarely driven in the rain

• The vendor also states that two cans of Hammerite Under Body Seal will be included in the sale

Mechanical

• 350bhp, 3.7-litre six-cylinder engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• 0-60mph in 4.9s

• 155mph top speed (electronically limited)

• Z1 Motorsports Cold Air Intake Kit (original air boxes supplied)

• ARK Performance GRiP Cat-Back exhaust

• Torquen high-flow cats

• Recent service

• Recent full diagnostics vehicle health check report revealing no mechanical issues

• Vendor states that the front brake pads have 5.0mm remaining and the rears have 4.0mm

• The vendor also informs us that the car starts perfectly, goes stops and sounds as it should with no issues

• Deatschwerks 340LPH Fuel Pump and 1000cc injectors boxed and unopened can be included for an extra fee

Summary

A stunning example of Nissan's flagship 2000s sportster that harks back to the glory days of the Z-cars, this rare 370Z Nismo edition is all one could possibly want from a two-seater Japanese coupe. Tweaked to provide just that little more oomph and with some subtle styling enhancements it's ready to jump in and enjoy right away. 

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Penarth, Wales.