Nissan 300ZX Z31 // Drive and review of an 80's icon 

Just got an 86 z31 today, inherited it from my uncle. It's been in a garage for the past 15 years and I'm happy to report that it has just about no rust, kept interior and perfect paint. It's going to be a project to work on for a little bit although it really doesn't need all that much. I'd say that it's a wonderful first car

Love watching reviews on z31’s. I got my 1986 a couple months ago and I’m in love with it. I’ve always wanted it since I was little and proud to say I bought one at the age of 17. Got the engined restored and plan on adding the stock turbo with the hood scoop soon.

I think this and the C4 vette were some of the coolest 80s cars I can think of personally

I really like this style of narrating from inside the car as you’re driving it

My name is Stephen Parker and im in Ontario Canada. I have an 86 Nissan 300zx Turbo. I have owned it for over 30 years now. I never driive during the winter months. It is lightly customized but nothing crazy. BBS rims and low prfile tires ,stainless steel exhaust and K&L intake.I redid the upholstery and paint on the exterior. I love my 300.

Iv owned my 1988 300zx for 2 years now and I love it more and more every day. I found it through my mom's coworker. They had it sitting next to a chicken coop for a few years . I finally have it running after years of tinkering and it's hands down my favorite car iv owned. Love the vid!

Z31 are so underrated. I love em. Great vid

I have a 1985 Z31 which I brought back from Japan to Singapore. It was priced quite well, and I love it. I initially wanted an AE86, but those were too expensive. I have a S2000 too, but there's just something really special about older cars. They make you happy when you drive them.

I have a 1984 turbocharged 300zx it needs a lot of work done on it sadly, but that's why I bought it. I need something to do and look forward to in my spare time. I have a vision for this car and I intend to see it through. I saw it one day on my way to work and thought to myself I want that car. Sure enough, 2 months later I bought it. I'm not too sure about the backstory of the car. Shes been through a lot though and it shows. I'm going to show her some love and maybe someday I'll send a response video to you as to the outcome. Thank you for posting this video JJ, take care of yourself.

Beautiful car. A credit to its owner for looking after it and keeping it on the road. I guess Backseat JJ is still on the loose. Maybe he didn't fancy trying to squeeze into the back. Another great video JJ.

Love it! 😃 Not seen one of these on the road for a quite a while.

I'm picking mine up on Friday....finally at 42 years old and craving the world in it's 1980's, I've pulled the trigger😎 2+2, stock 300Zx, but mine is champagne in black and an automatic unfortunately. If I swap it for the stick and a turbo and a new stance, it would be our secret I guess 😆

Just got a beautiful 1987 300zx 2+2. Love it!

About a month ago I bought a 88 Z31 automatic with 96,600 miles. That has the same color scheme as this one. I’m definitely going to make similar upgrades to that as well so thanks for the engine shots :)

I just got a 1985 z31 so now I'm educating myself on this car it runs well with 200k plus miles I'm only 18 but slowly but surely I'll have it looking like a charm and running even better

i used to watch this video before i got a running Z and man does it feel nice being able to drive one now

I owned a 1985 z31 for almost 6 years. It only had 27000 miles on it we I bought it. Great vehicle to own and drive. It was in first class condition and always got attention when I was out in it. Only one real gripe, mine was the 4 speed auto which was Nissan's first attempt at this type of gearbox. It was obvious that all the development hadn't been done because later versions had more advanced control over the torque converter lock up. The gearbox never changed into overdrive or the lockup engage in third gear when you needed it to. Consequently the car was thirsty - a five speed manual would have been much better. Replaced it with a 2019 Mustang 2.3 convertible last year, but still miss the z31. Great video - really brought back memories!

I got a 1986 300zx with a vg3.3 swap single turbo pushing about 380/400 HP this was the first Z car I got a ride in it my brother friend owned the car when I was a little kid fell in love with the car one day I was walking and seen it sitting behind a garage rotting away so I bought it was so happy to know this was the first Z I got a ride when I little like it was faith or destiny that brought the car to me!!

I was behind this exact car last night in penwortham, and it looks and sounds amazing in real life. Beautiful car👌🏼

I found an 88 in my area. I'm more of a 90s honda guy but I love nissan and its just sooo cool I kinda want it

I have an 86 and I’m currently restoring it. Got it from my grandpa and I’m going to get it running before I get my license

Stunning car. I used to have the 300zx turbo. In red too. Coming from GTI'S and Opel GSI hatchbacks this felt like the first real car. Brought it to a tuner. He put in a Bielstein suspension and big tyres. The car was a dream and a headturner. Absolutely for every day usage. We went skiing with 3 guys without roofrack. Ok, was not comfortable for the guy on the backseat. We transported a washing machine. After the modifications you drove the car with over 200 Km/h with one hand on the motorway. Nothing broke, no rattling. Only maintenance and parts which you have to change like brake pads. Left it with my exwife after divorce. She drove it a couple of years too. That car inspired me to buy a 350 z 10 years ago. Same thing, nothing brakes.

I miss mine, and I spotted a couple of my other cars whilst watching this! My FB memories today remind me that 14 years ago I bought my Z32, (as seen in this vid), to keep my Z31 company!

bought mine at 18k miles, 1986 z31. Loved driving it, working on it, and generally just enjoying the warmth it brings.

I have a 86 turbo 2 seater that I bought back in 2008. It's a ton of fun to drive, but everything is expensive to fix when it breaks.

We had a 300ZX 25th Anniversary model new back in the day. Highly recommend, would buy again :)

I've just started doing my research on the z31, I'm looking to buy one I think in the fall this year if they don't skyrocket in price lol. I wasn't around in the 80s so this would be the first 80s car I think I've ever been in during my whole life

I own an ‘86 ZX 5-speed turbo that I bought back in 1992. What an awesome fun sports car to drive! When I bought it in ‘92 I had a ‘89 Supra that wan automatic. I kept both for several years but preferred my 300 ZX turbo. To me a sports car is truly more fun when they’re a manual stick shift. The Supra had to go…. I still drive my ZX today….

Awesome video mate, even i learned something about her XD

I bought my 84 slicktop with a turbo conversion at 17 for 1300$ daily drove it for a whole year (40k miles) with no real issues. Fell in love the moment i shifted from first to second, hearing that turbo spool an pushing you back into your seat. I've yet to drive a car that feels like the z31. Not saying the z31 handles or drives the best. But cruising slow it feels great, an going fast it starts sqautting lower to the road. The more speed the straighter she drives. It's just an overall solid well built machine. Ive driven an 06 mustang gt. Manual, an every piece of interior rattled an creaked. I'm only 5'11 an yet i couldnt see out of that mustang. The torque was there but when you shift you feel the whole car kinda flex like its gonna fall apart. Idk the z makes me Feel alive. 5 years since i bought it ive upgraded nearly everything. Big turbo, intercooler an oil cooler. Upped the fuel system. An now most cars on the street struggle to keep up with only 300hp. Id like to find a car that has the qaulity and same feedback a z31 gives you

I remember my 87 all white with the red interior stick shift but it was a two seater I had two of them but this last one the white one was a awesome car

Enjoyable video of a car rarely seen. Original designs as in the 240z, the Toyota Celica and indeed Bmw e30 were much prettier cars than what followed. They have to bring back the round headlamps!

love mines 1988 I live in Austin Texas 51,876 on dash NA got mine 2 years ago love it

Yes sir was always a mustang type of guy in my teen days up until now lol ! But I’m in my 50’s now & finally made a change probably a midlife crisis lol but really doe I’m now off into Nissan Datsuns now so about 6 months ago I purchased a 1972 Datsun 240z then 6 months later I ran across a 1987 Nissan 300zx so now I think I have a bit of both worlds so it gotta be a midlife crisis haha ! Luv ur video on the zed experience!

Just bought one with 160k mikes for 3,800$ no rust perfect interior about to drive it home 300 miles 🙏

I purchased my first car the 1988 300zx for 600 dollars from a very well timed deal, it’s at 168k miles and finally blew out second gear in the auto 😂 She’s getting her 5 speed in her soon as I’ve already purchased the donor. I used to stare at this car in awe, it’s curves are gorgeous I also modified my vehicle with equal length MSA racing headers. A cat back exhaust. And light weight pulleys. The suspension on mine has been revamped with poly bushings all around. Plenty of random bracing And in the states we got the 200sx a weird almost similar in style to the Z looking car with a small motor. Well, the sway bar in the rear is plenty bigger than the standard 300ZX one even bigger than the shiro sway bars. I put that on my car too and it fits perfect without any modification. (That’s my secret tho, it changed the car entirely can’t live without it now) Love the car and can’t wait to make mine Manual!

Beauty 😍

I’m definitely looking at buying one, one popped up in my area that’s stock and only 88k miles for a reasonable price

かっこよく乗ってくれてZ31好きな自分からしたら嬉しいです いつか見にそちらへ行きたいです

I’m a proud owner of a 1986 300 ZX Turbo. I bought it in June 2006 with only about 120000 kilometres on the clock. The first owner was a lady who had kept it well looked after. It was rust free. I’ve spent very little in repairs when I first bought it till now. It is reliable, no breakdowns yet so far after 15 years in my possession and is still going strong. It started first time every time in the morning with no issues whatsoever. Although it is a turbo 300ZX , it is not a really fast car when sprinting from standstill. The car felt heavy and is heavy, carrying about 3,100 pounds in weight. I did some extensive porting, increased the boost and upped the fuel pressure. The car then felt relatively faster off the line, particularly noticeable when in 3rd and 4th gear. The exhaust ports are small, too small for the exhausted gases to exit the engine effectively, which is why it lacked power despite having a turbo charger. You must open up the inlet and exhaust ports to feel the benefit of the turbo. It is a car worth buying if you ask me provided it is still in good condition. You get a lot of car for very little money. Best selling Z car in the Z series.

I have a 1988 non-turbo. My Mums car from brand new so only 1 owner. 30,000 miles as it has been in storage for many years.

I own a Nissan cedric 300 v6 same engine as this zx I can avg 30 to 35 mpg, its a fab car to drive and a very big car Also extremely reliable.

I have an 87' T-Top Na that I want to Turbo soon. I bought it for $1,000 6 months ago and installed a new fuel pump, fuel regulator, clutch slave cylinder and dist cap. It runs good with 160k miles and is also Hot Red but has some chips and I need to Cut & Buff it.

i recently bought one two months ago and i want to start making videos on it i just don’t have the knowledge and money… but i know i can make it work

Where did you buy your cold air intake

what are those type of doors called with the glass roof that comes out. Ive been trying to find out the name but cant find anything online.

I wonder if you run it on E10 lol. Also nice biker cam!

I got my 88 for 1200 bucks with 60k original miles in washington state 3 years ago. I wish the aftermarket was here for them.

mint !!!!!

What kind of exhaust is that one

What size is does rims and tire?

Are these cars fast? Or do you need to modify them? What mods would you make?

My photo, my Z31 300zx 1984 85k on the clock..

I'm looking at buying one soon it's super clapped out but if the frame and shock towers are solid I'm pulling the trigger

I owned the 1984 2 seater that had about 55k when i bought it and bought the 2x2 about 5 years ago that had 82k that now has 88k . The 2 seater was a 5 speed had the red valve pans and the 2x2 has the silver valve pans .i guess the red valve pans had me power

is that a stock front bumper?

That exhaust note would certainly get on my mammaries!

My dad had one but its gone in the war in Syria 😢😢😢

Damn 2+2 NA you should take my 87 turbo 2+0 out and see what you think

zed is z you cant just say zee how does nissan themselves pronounce it oh nissan says zed for z in England

awful modifications on on a late version .That noise from the air filter or exaust is awful

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About a month ago I bought a 88 Z31 automatic with 96,600 miles. That has the same color scheme as this one. I’m definitely going to make similar upgrades to that as well so thanks for the engine shots :)