Highlights

UK registered car since 1999 with just four keepers
Current keeper since 2004
Factory standard car with upgraded Mongoose exhaust
Well maintained with recent service prior to sale
2019 complete respray in original Cosmic Black
Long MOT to April 2026

The Appeal

The Z32 was a shot in the arm for the ZX franchise. After years of recycling the original fastback shape, alongside a drift into GT territory, the new car channelled supercar aesthetics, agility and performance with the usual Nissan commitment to reliability and durability.

These are highly regarded cars, but rare finds on the market. Many have been modified, but not this car, which we’re sure will please purists. It is the one you want, the twin-turbo 300bhp model with Targa roof. It arrived in the UK from Japan in 1999 and has been with the current keeper since 2004. He has looked after it very well, highlights alongside regular maintenance and servicing, including a full respray in Cosmic Black in 2019 and fitting a fruitier Mongoose exhaust with quad exit pipes. Aside from those minor changes - and an Apexi air filter - the car is mechanically as it left the factory.

The car is in good, usable condition with some light cosmetic age. It comes to market with recent service plus attention to the ECUs and a long MOT to April 2026.

The vendor says:

“The car is lovely to drive, she is very quick and nimble despite her weight. She is very powerful and still turns heads to this day. I wanted to keep her looking as original as I could, so I didn't modify the body in any way (apart from replacing the spoiler).”

History and Paperwork

First registered 1992 in Japan
First UK registered July 1999
Four registered keepers since arriving in the UK
Current keeper since March 2004
Factory handbooks in Japanese
Service book with stamps to 23rd March 2024 at 78,240 miles
V5C in the current keeper’s name
ECU repairs in May 2024 as shown in photos
Good history file of UK maintenance dating back to importation
MOT to 23rd April 2026 with advisories to note
73,082 miles on MOT test
Equipped with aftermarket 18” alloy wheels and original wheels included

The Condition

Complete new respray in original Cosmic Black paint around 2019
Some minor deterioration to paintwork typical of age and mileage
These can be checked in photos and include stone chips to the front of the car
Small scratch near the bottom of the driver's door
Front spoiler valance shows light scuffs in photos
Bodywork presents well with no reports of corrosion by seller
Arches, sills and panel edges present well in photos
Bodywork appears well-kept with no significant dents, dings or damage reported
Underneath the car is protected by underseal with no issues highlighted on the MOT test
Original rubber spoiler replaced with 99 spec item due to water intake risk
Vendor reports that no rust was found on the tailgate when the spoiler was replaced
Front and rear lights appear in good order with clear lenses
Small crack to note to one indicator cover as shown in photos
Fitted with privacy glass
Fitted with 18in aftermarket Ultralite black alloy wheels with polished rims
The rims show some wear and damage to rim edges as shown in photos
Original wheels included with car
Tyres show some cracks and perishing to the sidewalls as picked up on MOT test
Interior condition is very good, mostly original with some age to note in photos
Original seats replaced with another pair of original seats from a 300 due to wear
Driver's seat has wear on the right pad and a split
This damage has been taped to prevent further damage
Rear seats in reasonable condition with small repairs advisable as front seats
Twin Targa removable roof panels
Some wear to switchgear as shown in photos
Black carpets with Nissan-branded thick over mats as shown
Original features include factory sound system head unit
Some wear to note to the steering wheel leather rim
We are told that the rev counter is faulty
No dashboard warning lights advised

The Mechanics

2,960cc VG30DETT V6 with Garrett twin-turbos delivering 300bhp
4spd automatic gearbox
Vendor tells us that the car always starts easily
Regularly serviced and maintained during vendor’s tenure
Recent service in 2024 with few miles since
ECU repaired in 2024
Fitted with new radiator and Apexi air filter
Mongoose exhaust system with quad exit tailpipes
Described by seller as mechanically in very good condition
We are told that he has experienced no mechanical problems
Original suspension replaced with coilovers
The engine has no modifications except as noted above
Mongoose exhaust note is throatier than original but not obnoxious accordion to seller
No reported running or driving issues
Minor advisories to note on the current MOT

Specification:

Apexi air filter
Mongoose exhaust
Tein Monoflex coilover suspension
Replaced CAS sensor
Tein Suspension Damper Control (rear motor has an error)
Front adjustable tension rods
Rear upper adjustable camber arms
Megan Racing front upper camber arms
99 Spec rear spoiler
18” Aftermarket Alloy Wheels (still have the originals)
Replacement front Seats (second-hand)
Performance Radiator
Replacement Tonneau Cover
Mongoose Exhaust
Clear Side Indicators
Front Adjustable Tension Rods
Rear Upper Adjustable Camber Arms
Megan Racing Front Upper Camber Arms

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