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Nissan unveils the NISMO 350Z sports coupe fitted with racing and styling
parts designed by Nissan’s famed motorsport arm.
The stunning NISMO 350Z sports coupe will debut at the Melbourne
International Motor Show, which runs from February 9-19th at the Melbourne
Exhibition Centre. Since its launch in 2002, the Nissan 350Z sports coupe has
proved to be a formidable performance car, but with the addition of some serious
NISMO S-tune accessories, it is transformed into a real head-turner.
A wolf in wolf’s clothing To ensure there is no mistaking the intent
of this car, the NISMO 350Z receives a full Aero Kit and five-spoke 19-inch
lightweight alloy wheels shod with extra wide, road-gripping Bridgestone Potenza
S-03 tyres.
NISMO designed and developed the Aero Kit in conjunction with Polyphony
Digital, producer of ‘GRAN TURISMO’. Not only does it look the part, the Aero
Kit increases the forces on the front and rear of the car to provide more grip
at the front and added traction at the rear.
The standard front bumper is replaced by a deeper model with a low-lip
spoiler colour-coded to the vehicle. An additional louvre in the bumper grille
gives the NISMO 350Z an even wider and meaner look, while side skirts rectify
irregular air stream around the tyres at high speeds. Their function is linked
to the rear under-skirt, and along with the front lip spoiler, give the
impression that the 350Z is literally glued to the road. But all of this
wouldn’t be complete without the high mounted rear spoiler that sits on top of
the tailgate below the rear window.
Enhanced engineering To enhance driveability and on-road dynamics, the
NISMO 350Z has gained
NISMO’s S-tune suspension with front and rear
stabiliser kit, front and rear shock absorbers and springs.
The NISMO Weldina sports exhaust system fitted to the vehicle gives it a
spine tingling note from the 10.7 cm wide, twin oval tailpipes.
To further improve handling and driveability, the NISMO 350Z also receives a
high performance clutch and limited-slip differential.
Five spoke lightweight alloy wheels, 19" x 8.5J at the front and 19" x 9.5J
at the rear are matched with 245/35ZR19 and 275/35ZR19 Bridgestone Potenza S-03
tyres.
Inside, the NISMO theme continues, with signature kick plates, floormats,
gauges and a titanium gear knob adding to the Z’s cabin appeal. A pair of NISMO
sports seats, even more hip-hugging than the originals, ensure the driver and
passenger are well catered for.
Nissan Australia’s managing director and chief executive officer, Shinya
Hannya, unveiled the vehicle at the Melbourne International Motor Show.
“The NISMO 350Z is a serious performance vehicle anyway you look at it, with
the ability to deliver great driving dynamics and drop dead good looks,” Mr
Hannya said. All parts and accessories used to develop the NISMO 350Z are
available through the national Nissan dealer network.
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