1993 Nissan 300ZX 2+2, Naturally Aspirated (non-Turbo)

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Owner: Steve Vanderlinden

Description 1993 300ZX NA 2+2
VIN JN1RZ26H5PX537179
Paint Color Cherry Red Pearl
Interior Custom automotive-grade vinyl on interior panels, professionally installed.
Dark red & black carbon fiber from Joshua Tree Wood on center console, switches panels
Seats are factory original cloth, all in perfect condition, no tears or rub marks
Motor VG30DE, 3.0L 24valve DOHC V6 (non-turbo)
Transmission 4spd automatic
Curb Weight 3342 lbs
Wheelbase 101.2"
Tires Bridgestone Potenza RE930 (installed September 2007)
Motor Oil Castrol GTX, 10W40. Change oil & filter every 3,000 miles
Brake Fluid Synthetic
Battery Sears Die Hard
Audio System JVC KD-HDR1 receiver with HD tuner and iPod interface, Bose speakers intact
Mileage Record Aug 2000: 33,417
Nov 2001: 39,000
May 2002: 40,000
Nov 2002: 42,500
Aug 2003: 44,700
Jan 2004: 45,000
Aug 2004: 47,300
May 2005: 49,400
Dec 2006: 61,000
Apr 2007: 63,000
Sep 2007: 67,000

List of Factory Standard Features:
* 3 Liter 24 valve 222 HP V-6
* 4-speed automatic with Overdrive
* Speed-sensitive power steering
* 4-wheel vented power disc brakes
* 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension
* T-bar roof with glass panels and removable panels
* Integrated fog lights
* Intermittent front wipers
* Rear window wiper/washer and electric defogger
* Anti-lock brakes
* Driver-side airbags (SRS)
* Steel side doorguard beams
* Power adjustable driver's seat
* Automatic temperature control
* Power remote heated mirrors
* Power windows and door locks
* Theft deterrent system
* AM/FM/HD/CD with Bose audio and power antenna
* Leather wrapped steering wheel
* Tachometer/Oil pressure / Temperature gauges
* Fold down rear seat back
* Front and rear floor mats with 'Z' logo

List of added features:
* 60K service including timing belt, lightweight pulley, all drive belts, tensioners, water pump, front seals
* Upgraded ECU from ASHspec
* K&N cone intake filter with machined aluminum intake fitting
* BOMZ hardpipes with black silicone fittings
* Painted calipers (gloss black)
* Factory chrome wheels fitted with Bridgestone Potenza RE930's
* Front strut tower bar for better handling
* Custom automotive-grade interior panels to replace factory fabric panels
* Carbon fiber inlay on center console
* Synthetic brake fluid
* Polished aluminum door sills with '300ZX' logo
* Autovation brushed aluminum brake, accelerator, and dead pedals
* Billet aluminum oil filler cap
* 1994 style rear wing
* 1999 style rear tail lights and clear front marker lenses
* New fuel filter
* Rejuventated cowling below windshield and repainted black strip on front bumper
* Detailed engine bay (no cosmoline!)
* Relocated PTU
* New rear main seal (April 2007)
* Covercraft cover with bag, factory service manual

Known problems:
* Factory Bose radio sometimes cuts out after first turning on. Turns back on after 2-3 minutes. Normal for Bose system.

Vehicle History / Major Maintenance / Modifications

Date Description
August 2000 Purchased by me @ 33,417 miles
March 2001 Installed Carbon fiber dash trim from Joshua Tree
June 2001 Installed JWT pop charger (K&N cone air intake filter)
October 2001 Installed J-Spec tail lights
June 2002 Installed a Wings West version of the stock 94+ turbo wing.
September 2003 Installed ASHSPEC ECU upgrade
January 2004 Installed aluminum pedals from Autovation
March 2004 Replaced timing belt, all drive belts, tensioners, water pump, front seals, and installed Unorthodox Racing underdrive crank pulley
September 2004 Installed stock NA chrome wheels with Bridgestone Potenza RE730's
October 2004 Painted calipers gloss black
January 2005 Replaced fuel filter
June 2005 Replaced front brake pads (OEM) and installed 300degree brake brace
February 2006 Installed rebuilt Nissan alternator
April 2007 Replaced rear main seal and center support bearing - No more driveline shakes!
Replaced tension rod bushings with ES bushing kit
May 2007 Replaced low beams with modded Sylvania Silverstar 9005 ST/2
Replaced antenna mast
August 2007 Installed Bridgstone RE930's
Replaced battery
Costs Maintenance: $4,000
Mods: $2,600

Last updated September 2007