Nissan 350Z (Z33) Problems by Year
The 350Z is a muscular, simple rear-wheel-drive coupe that still offers big value in the UK sports-car market. Most big bills come from neglect, poor modifications or rust rather than from any fundamental weakness in the VQ35 V6.
Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.
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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the Nissan Nissan 350Z (Z33).
View Nissan 350Z (Z33) DirectoryBuying Tips for the Nissan 350Z (Z33)
- ✓Check the oil level before the car is started because VQ engines can use oil and suffer badly if owners have ignored it.
- ✓Inspect the rear arch lips, front subframe surface rust and thin paint on the nose very carefully.
- ✓Avoid heavily modified cars unless the work is from known specialists and properly documented.