Hearing this guy talk about the history of the Nissan Z car made me want to just get up and buy one. But I'm broke 😂 I grew up with the 350z (yeah I'm a 2000s baby), had one as a die-cast that I always played with
That's what CZcams is for, to make you buy stuff, it's used for marketing, that's why there is so much money circling around ;) P.S. I too want Z and bunch of other cars 🙂
I have a 370z it's really fun to drive but I wouldn't call it an ideal sports car. It needs an oil cooler to run hard, the differentials are garbage, the CSC failures are inexcusable, VQ motors have low torque
I have had a Z32 for over 22 years and for me it’s the ideal car. I can’t get rid of it because there isn’t any car made that hits all the things I like.
The whole lineup of Z's is incredible. The 240Z is classic, iconic and sexy. The 300Z is sleek, QUICK for the time, and has an interior to die for. The 350Z is gorgeous, sticks out in a crowd and can tangle with a lot of V8s of its time. The 370Z(my favorite, I'm a bit partial though) is voluptuous, a godly body with a great sounding engine with performance to compete. I can't wait for the 400Z to release to see what it'll be iconic for!
I really agree with you. I really want to put my hands on any of them! Just can't decide which. Too hot cars! I hope the 400z will live up to it's name! Would be happy for Nissan. The Q60 is underrated too. :(
I’ve only driven the first generation 240Z. I’ve always loved the 300Z’s with those T-roofs. But man... they were far too expensive for me, even used (back in the day). It was another great video Squidd. Amazing edits and very entertaining, as always.
I prefer the 90's 300Z. It had deceptive power when the twin turbo came out. It was.more like 322hp rather than 300hp. I also like the 2+2, though it was heavier, but it was still quick, fast and comfortable.
Up until the generation 4 Supra was introduced (1993 - 2002) there was a handshake agreement in the Japanese auto industry that 300 was the magic horse power number. Generation 4 Toyota Supra naturally aspirated hp was 220. For the home market, they gave it 276 hp. The sequential twin turbo was rated at 321 hp for the American market and 330 hp for the home and European market. After the gentlemens agreement was fractured, the other Japanese auto manufacturers did the same to stay relevant.
the VG and VQ engines really made their presence be known both being in all of nissan's cars and trucks VG inside the Z31 old Nissan quest, Z32 ,Infiniti J30 ...VQ engine 350Z, 370Z, Maxima, V6 Altima, Murano, Pathfinder, Frontier, Nissan quest, infiniti M35, QX35, I30, G35 ect
Good content guys! Gotta say my favorites are the Z432, the IMSA Z32 GTO, Z33 S-Tune, Z33 380RS, & the Z33s & Z34s that raced in super GT ... this car truly is one of Japanese definitive icons in performance.
Each version of the Z has its good and bad points. That said the 280ZX was the one for me. At that point in my life I needed a GT cruiser and the 280 was a perfect fit. By the time I let it go to charity it had well over 300,000 miles. Other than manifold shaving only needing regular maintenance. Running the California coast was a joy in this car!
I love these historical overviews. Keep 'em coming! Having owned one gen and at least driven all the others, this really takes me back. Bottom line, they are all special.
12 years with my 350Z and still going strong !!! You didn’t mention the 08’ with a doble ac unit ( no need for a turbo ) only problem ... front suspension , be ready to change it every 4 years!
@@7eamGhast people hate it because it is technically a bmw i think that we all would have loved it if it would have come with toyotas own engine like the 2jz or if they would love the community they couldve made a 3jz
I got my 350Z 2005 last year (pandemic) with just 70k miles on it for $6k. It comes with 20 inch wheels, everything stock and like it was never driven before. It even came with red leather sits. Pretty sure those were aftermarket ones. Anyways, 1 year with the car and I'm loving it and no complains. I'm excited for the 400z now that I know it comes with a TT V6 yeaaaah!!!!!
Owned a 74, 76 & 78. On the wait list for a 400Z. Its taken 43 years for Nissan to re excite me and I am so ready:) Great video, brought back lots of memories.
Had my Z32 2+2 since July 1989. Still love to drive it. But it really is tough to work on. Did injectors, hoses, and timing belt stuff which should keep it going strong for many more years
My first Z was the 280ZX in 1979. Graduated from school got a job with exxon, got a loan and bought the car off the showroom floor. Loved that car so smooth and great to drive. Next was an 84 300ZX. It was ok, bought it used and had some issues as the seller turned back the od. Nice guy. Next was a 1988 special edition turbo with Recaros. Now that was a nice car. But Moma was complaining about it taking up too much space in the garage...so I sold it. (woosy) Fast forward 20 years and I found a 91 Fairlady that needs a face lift, tummy tuck and well, a lot. A tt 2 seater. Plan to restore to her original beauty maybe with some nice wheels, front bumper facade and side skirts but nothing tacky. Too many modified look like they need a nail clipping, have an extra appendage and bow legged. The new Z? Looks nice, just maybe.
My favorite, definitely my red '71 240z. 2nd owner, original-ish with matching numbers, and still driving beautifully... if not a touch slow compared to new cars. But it has style.
I love my 73' 240Z.. I bought it 10 years ago hopefully that it would be respected again. I Overhauled an L28 (4 screw SUs, no fuel injection) and rebuilt a close ratio 5 speed and I really like the combination. Great little car.
The baddest Z I ever saw and had the pleasure of riding in was when I was in the Air Force and stationed in Japan from 1978 - 1982. I knew a guy there that had a '69 0r '70 240Z with the rare high compression cylinder head that had a bored and stroked engine, a high lift cam, and running triple side draft Webber carbs, headers, and a free-flow exhaust. I shit you not when he floored that beast; it was like the horses raised their heads from underneath the hood..! The sound was like a dozen Tubas being played at a high school marching band. The sound was incredible! He didn't have that front bumper but he did have a whale tail spoiler, similar to the Porsche 930 Turbo's spoiler, which was really popular in those days in Japan back then. In fact, the Japanese guys would really trick out their Z-cars by adding a shark nose front clip/bumper and dropping them really low, and adding stiff suspension components with close-ratio steering. It was cool as hell to see them come driving downtown bouncing on that stiff suspension and making a quick Indy car-like maneuver. In my opinion, as far as incredible-sounding cars go, I think the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Aventadors have great-sounding fuel-injected engines but nothing beats the sound of a naturally aspirated straight-six running triple Webbers. That's pure joy and music to the ears...peace!
I have had Z cars in my life since the mid 1980's. A 240Z on bias ply tires, a 300ZX on P7s, a 350Z on Nittos and a 370Z on Pilot SS. Sprinkle in a 1971Z/28 since 1983 on gator backs and now g force tires. I have always loved all of them.
@@IdealMediaChannel . We will see. Going through a divorce and the wife took the 370Z sport touring. 😣👎. Once everything is settled I will see what I am going to do.
I've always loved the S130 and have grown to love the Z31. While I had to abandon my 1981 280ZX restoration (too much rust and too expensive to restore) I have gotten a nice 1987 300ZX that's 90% restored. I love that little car and will not sell it.
I bought an all-black 2019 370Z 6MT with the Sports package a couple of years ago and love it. It gives more smiles per mile than any other sports car, including a Porsche and two 60s era British sports cars, I've had.
I just bought my 2020 white base model 370z manual Trans. I've had it for one week now. I can't stop driving her. I named her Jazellada. I'm living my dream rn. Love the video. Great collection of clips. Awesome editing. Thanks for educating me on Datsun/Nissan history. Stoked805.
im of the age to grow up on the z33 but i cant help but love the z31, my dad had one when i was growing up and i loved it to bits. Sadly that car now rots in our backyard but im slowly bringing her back to life!
Had a 1978 280z 2+2 bronze colt w/ the bulls on the side doors,Lou vets on back window, chrome rims, very aero dynamics 5 speed manual,fast cars and was a head turner…loved that style
@@YowserUK They bought the design and then put it on their Diablo - AKA they weren't creative enough to come up with their own headlight design therefore they paid Nissan and put it on their overpriced Diablos. Fixed it, happy?
@@drenchy1011 Yes. Although not the design, they bought the actual headlights themselves directly from Nissan, complete with nissan logo (which they covered up with a carbon strip on the Diablo).
I 2nd a Z build off between you 2. Here's the kicker. One of you goes 370, the other goes classic. When it's all over, raffle them off, rinse, repeat over and over with different face offs. STI VS EVO, SUPRA VS 3GT, RX7 VS 300ZX, ETC. I certainly think it could even become a netflix show or something! Assemble elite teams for each build so everything stays extra fresh, too! Let's go!🤘🏼😎
I’m almost 60 years old and yes, I was owned for 7 years 350z. Now I owner of 370z. Last one is aggressive, dynamic and etc. But when I see on the street 350z I still feel heartbeat. Perhaps that is because my 350z was modified to switch off speed limit. Many people hate Japanese sport cars and prefer made in Germany vehicles (BMW, MB AMG and etc.). Yes, they are made with big love to cars, but Z series made with big love to people who drive the Z.
The original Datsun 'Z-car' series. Mine was a 76 280Z... Blue with 'eggshell' leather interior. Wider 'Turbine Mags' and tires... and it was a BLAST! It didn't have the Launch of the American V8's I was accustom to. But once it was moving, it could keep up with a lot of the other "Hot Rods"... and I had some GOOD Lap Times at Road Atlanta.
The Z32 is still my favourite car. It was way ,way ahead of its time at its time of introduction. The interior and the engine note are still so special.
Fell in love with the Zs just recently I had to get my own, found a z32 needed some love and she’s up and going now. I got so lucky found her for 3k last year lol😂
I've had a 73 240Z, a 77 260 Z, a 83 280ZX Turbo, and a 300 ZX 2+2 1984 which was my favorite because it gave me a little more leg room with the rear seats since I am 6'4" tall. I love them all
As a 350z Nismo owner you guys have no idea how much fun I have in that car. Most people don’t even know they exist and that’s probably because theirs only a total of 1613 ever made. Not to mention people have no clue about the 350z nismo 380rs 🥲 I can’t wait to see what Nissan does with the 400z nismo edition
When i was a kid i was totally captured by the charm and beauty of the 240/200SX and 300ZX. I would love to own at least one of the two. I love how the new 400Z looks and i can't wait to see it out there on the street where it belongs. But i also kinda fell in for the new BRZ. At some point in the future there will come a time when a decision has to made.
I grew up in Z cars. My dad had every single generation. I'll never forget him letting me shift as he worked the clutch as we buzzed other cars on the backroads where I grew up. As an adult me and my girlfriend would take the 350 down the coast in Oregon ripping around corners with white knuckles. Easily the best sports car ever made. I absolutely cannot wait for the 400 to come out!
Wow the history of the Nissan Z. Learned something new...the X stood for luxury. I am in love. The Z32 2+2 was my first car. 1991 Midnight Pearl Blue, leather interior, manual transmission, I even had the spongy OEM spoiler on the back....had to replace it twice because those spoilers would bend and warp after a while. When I told an acquaintance I had one he exclaimed “Oh no! You are one of them! That car has a cult following!” I was floored. I didn’t know that at the time even though I was part of the z club...I was the only chick there and loved it. Those guys always gave me a second opinion when it came to car issues. They were forever, swapping out parts to their cars, upgrading engines, turning NA into turbos, automatics into manual. The dude is right... why would you by an automatic Z? 🤣🤣 Well as my baby got older I had access to a lot of stock parts for free due to that club. I do believe I was a little obsessed. When parked every time I walked away from her I couldn’t help but always give her one last look. God she was beautiful. Well...one cold night of 2019 I was sitting at a traffic light for like 10 secs and out of nowhere a drunk driver in a commercial vehicle ran smack into me. I walked away without a scratch but I couldn’t save her. She was totaled. I thanked her for the good times and the challenges. I bought her when she was 7 years old When I tell you I loved that car!!!!! I loved that car!! I had her for 20+ years. It was a big deal for me to get her. I was told I couldn’t and shouldn’t get that kind of car (was a young mom of two at the time). Well there was the “family car” and there was MY car. That was the first car in my life that took my breath away when first laid eyes on it. The styling was ahead of its time. When my sons got older I taught them to drive a stick with that car. That car outlasted everyone else’s car I knew. And I drove that sucker. Every time I see a Z32 on the road today I feel some type of way...nostalgic. I miss that car. When she got even older I wouldn’t let anyone work on her. I had stopped going to the dealer after a while because she was becoming a dinosaur there. I had to find a mechanic that had strong knowledge, skill, and the same love for the Z. I also preferred him being a Z owner himself. You know I found one. He treated her good. I learned the more you work on your car (dealer, swap meets, junkyard, facebook groups, z clubs) the more you become attached. The 400Z? I’m still watching and waiting. 👀 I am getting another Z32 soon this one I’ll call Xena and she will need some company in the driveway. Long live the Z!
You definitely need to keep a wary eye on other road users. Mine was nearly totaled by a red light runner a few years back one Saturday night. Keep an eye out there are still some fine examples out there.
@@PHRCH Mine is midnight blue with blue interior! Had it for 22 years now and has original 133k klms on odo! Still nothing out there like it- not even Skyline! I know as I've owned both! If you lived in Australia I'de sell you mine so I would know you'd look after it. Jesus be back soon anyway - GodBless.
My first new car out of the showroom was a 1974 240Z. My second new car was a 1977 280Z. I wish I had one of them. Loved the 280z with a 5-speed manual and AC.
Love my Z32... have had to work on it recently over the past summer. Hands are cut. Have had to buy shorty wrenches and long needle nose pliers to get to some of the metal spring steel clamps. Lots of the rubber hoses are baked on at this point in its lifetime and from my experience, you need to undo a lot of these hoses to get to anything (especially if you're removing the plenum) which results in having to replaced your worn out hoses. Electrical connectors are a pain. Everything is a pain on the car. I can go on for a while... Great car to drive, pain in the ass to work on. Just be weary
Great video. I'll forgive you for not mentioning the talking computer in the 80's model Z affectionately known as Bytchin' Betty - "Key is in the ignition". My 1986 Maxima still talks when I get out - "Lights are on" You don't look old enough to remember lol. Well done!
The Z32 is and always will be the best Z car. I've owned 2. My current is a 1992 turbo. It has been my dream car since it came out. I've owned two 2+2 models and I've finally got my hands on a 2+0 Torbo. After 3 years of building its close to 600whp and the most funeral car I've ever owned
I’ve never been a Nissan/Datsun guy but I had a 240Z fall into my lap at a stupid price that I couldn’t refuse. If you’ve never driven a classic Z, you need to. It’s an experience few cars can replicate
I still have 350 z roadster, looks pretty much stock except wheels, suspension and engine modified. I have a GTR twin turbo kit from HK Power (Germany) with 4 mappings on it. 380hp for rainy days, 460hp for normal driving, 520hp for the Nuerburgring and pops and bangs. Great car and fun to drive. I used to have the Z31 turbo too. After modifieing the suspension a great car too. Very reliable and good for daily use. My ultimate Z would be the 280 with today's technology. But the best stock sports cars I had, was the C5 and C6 Corvette. A real sports car like Ferrari and the likes.
It’s over 15 years since I’ve been following the car building scene. With all the the new techs and styles I think it’s time to get back turning wrenches and busting knuckles in the garage.
I had a 79 280ZX, then 84 50th Anniversary and an 88 300ZX. I so wish I kept the 84 50th. Loved that car, but after 400K miles by 2003 it had to be retired. I would give so much to have that bad boy back!
I was lucky enough to own a 270z and 280z just after high school. Still the most fun I've ever had in a car. 5 years later after almost killing myself in the 280 I had LS swapped, I decided to get some life insurance and bought a Chevy Tahoe.
I've driven many cars up to this point in my life, but the Z32 still lives up to being my favorite experience for the 8 wonderful years I had one.
Same here! I loved my Z32 so much, it really felt special to be behind the wheel of it every day.
just bought my z32, cant say i've every driven a more enjoyable and beautiful car
You're god damn right..
I love the z33 but I had a de wish I had an hr
I've still got mine 22 years on with legit 132k klms! Won't sell.
Hearing this guy talk about the history of the Nissan Z car made me want to just get up and buy one. But I'm broke 😂 I grew up with the 350z (yeah I'm a 2000s baby), had one as a die-cast that I always played with
Good news is, those 350Z's are crazy cheap and might get cheaper!
Had a die cast? I have a '19 370 and I have the die cast transformer of it that I keep in it. Never too old for toys, the size just changes
That's what CZcams is for, to make you buy stuff, it's used for marketing, that's why there is so much money circling around ;)
P.S. I too want Z and bunch of other cars 🙂
Another P.S. CZcams it the reason I own a Caprice PPV lool
I thought the same thing...now I have a Hr Z.
The twin turbo Z32 is such a masterpiece
trash to work on z31s are easier
It was beautifull from every corner and highly underrated!
This belief that it’s hard to work on is way overblown.
@@user-wc4oi3mk3p z32 is more rigid and handles way better plus it’s a lot more faster, I’d take it over the z31 any day
I owned one twin turbo z32, is class of its own in the early 90-is !! Almost so good like a Mercedes 500 SL !! Forever JDM-s
I’m gunna say it
It sounds like the Z car is an IDEAL sports car
It definitely is !
Exactly 🔥
It is
I have a 370z it's really fun to drive but I wouldn't call it an ideal sports car.
It needs an oil cooler to run hard, the differentials are garbage, the CSC failures are inexcusable, VQ motors have low torque
I have had a Z32 for over 22 years and for me it’s the ideal car. I can’t get rid of it because there isn’t any car made that hits all the things I like.
If I could afford a 400z I'd be excited too
They said it's going to be affordable!
it would cost around 40.000
@@IdealMediaChannel except AFTER FIRST TIME it breaks after warranty over
Affordable these days ain't so Affordable going to guess 45k is what nissan call Affordable
@@pjsneeringer5942 People buy these with 350K, they are good cars.
The whole lineup of Z's is incredible. The 240Z is classic, iconic and sexy. The 300Z is sleek, QUICK for the time, and has an interior to die for. The 350Z is gorgeous, sticks out in a crowd and can tangle with a lot of V8s of its time. The 370Z(my favorite, I'm a bit partial though) is voluptuous, a godly body with a great sounding engine with performance to compete. I can't wait for the 400Z to release to see what it'll be iconic for!
For a hot second, I was ready to give you my credit card number - then realized you're not a Nissan salesman - Doh! LoL I agree with all that.
I really agree with you. I really want to put my hands on any of them! Just can't decide which. Too hot cars! I hope the 400z will live up to it's name! Would be happy for Nissan. The Q60 is underrated too. :(
What do you think of the 400?
As a Nismo 370z owner/ enthusiast... I loved it. Thank you
They be alot of fun back streets,even on open road, with 400z twin turbo, tune the thing, see you later...
I’ve only driven the first generation 240Z. I’ve always loved the 300Z’s with those T-roofs. But man... they were far too expensive for me, even used (back in the day). It was another great video Squidd. Amazing edits and very entertaining, as always.
Out of my own curiosity, what was so expensive about them? (Z32s)
I prefer the 90's 300Z. It had deceptive power when the twin turbo came out. It was.more like 322hp rather than 300hp. I also like the 2+2, though it was heavier, but it was still quick, fast and comfortable.
Up until the generation 4 Supra was introduced (1993 - 2002) there was a handshake agreement in the Japanese auto industry that 300 was the magic horse power number. Generation 4 Toyota Supra naturally aspirated hp was 220. For the home market, they gave it 276 hp. The sequential twin turbo was rated at 321 hp for the American market and 330 hp for the home and European market. After the gentlemens agreement was fractured, the other Japanese auto manufacturers did the same to stay relevant.
Z32! Ive owned my 92 since 96. Still love driving it every chance I get. What an amazing sports car!
Owner for 22 years and echo your sentiments.
The nissan quest has a vq. Its crazy. Imagine gutting a minivan and building the motor
the VG and VQ engines really made their presence be known both being in all of nissan's cars and trucks VG inside the Z31 old Nissan quest, Z32 ,Infiniti J30 ...VQ engine 350Z, 370Z, Maxima, V6 Altima, Murano, Pathfinder, Frontier, Nissan quest, infiniti M35, QX35, I30, G35 ect
@@Z32spdstr right on
Good content guys! Gotta say my favorites are the Z432, the IMSA Z32 GTO, Z33 S-Tune, Z33 380RS, & the Z33s & Z34s that raced in super GT ... this car truly is one of Japanese definitive icons in performance.
You forgot the zx-r
@@rudydiego3084 Don't care about that 79' model and it wasn't that special of an S130 imo either.
Z32 has me dreaming to have one , my absolute favorite
They are fun to have my brother owned one for almost 3 years and sold it to his friend for 500 dollars
Each version of the Z has its good and bad points. That said the 280ZX was the one for me. At that point in my life I needed a GT cruiser and the 280 was a perfect fit.
By the time I let it go to charity it had well over 300,000 miles. Other than manifold shaving only needing regular maintenance. Running the California coast was a joy in this car!
I love these historical overviews.
Keep 'em coming! Having owned one gen and at least driven all the others, this really takes me back. Bottom line, they are all special.
Misubishi: 3000gt you say? We'll make it!
Mitsubishi 3 years later: Say hello to the SUV 200hp CVT 3000gt
EXACTLY
@@IdealMediaChannel well... Like most of the people said: Mitsubishi doesn't care about our opinion anymore 🙂
Not to mention what Mitsubishi did to the Eclipse model name...
@@SnakeEyesNZ yup
@@SnakeEyesNZ exactly, sadly this is modern Mitsubishi
My favorite is the 300zx it's so good looking and so fun to drive.
Same
I own one lol wanna check it out
@@hiteshsharmarachuru3192 wanna see mine
if you are talking about 350z you have to mention that there was an engine upgrade after 2006, and it's more desirable.
I daily my 280zx, and even though it's not a turbo it's definitely the most fun car I've owned. Mad respect for showcasing this car, it's amazing.
12 years with my 350Z and still going strong !!! You didn’t mention the 08’ with a doble ac unit ( no need for a turbo ) only problem ... front suspension , be ready to change it every 4 years!
Alot better then the joke of a supra and the NSX
I hated the new Supra, my buddy got one and it’s not actually all that bad.
@@7eamGhast people hate it because it is technically a bmw i think that we all would have loved it if it would have come with toyotas own engine like the 2jz or if they would love the community they couldve made a 3jz
@@Okhombe those are Yamaha engines, but I’d take those over German engineering, you right.
Eey nsx aint dat bad
@Thor Odin son ok but still not a bmw
2006 was a special year. We also got the Nismo Frontier and NO ONE talks about them. This super sleeper is in fact a Z trim!
Are you talking about the Z33 Nismo we got in the states or the S-Tune or 380RS in Japan?
I got my 350Z 2005 last year (pandemic) with just 70k miles on it for $6k. It comes with 20 inch wheels, everything stock and like it was never driven before. It even came with red leather sits. Pretty sure those were aftermarket ones. Anyways, 1 year with the car and I'm loving it and no complains. I'm excited for the 400z now that I know it comes with a TT V6 yeaaaah!!!!!
Owned a 74, 76 & 78. On the wait list for a 400Z. Its taken 43 years for Nissan to re excite me and I am so ready:) Great video, brought back lots of memories.
Had my Z32 2+2 since July 1989. Still love to drive it. But it really is tough to work on. Did injectors, hoses, and timing belt stuff which should keep it going strong for many more years
Huh z32 came out in 1990 🤨 1989 was the z31 the one I have
I actually prefer you over Brad just don't tell him 😂😂
That’s kinda mean ngl 😅
Appreciate it but it's definitely not a competition hah
@@IdealMediaChannel raha true your voice is also very good 👍👍👍😘
I agree
Not fair for narrators girlfriends to make biased comments. :-)
Just bought a 1975 280z a couple days ago and I’m pumped.
My first Z was the 280ZX in 1979. Graduated from school got a job with exxon, got a loan and bought the car off the showroom floor. Loved that car so smooth and great to drive. Next was an 84 300ZX. It was ok, bought it used and had some issues as the seller turned back the od. Nice guy. Next was a 1988 special edition turbo with Recaros. Now that was a nice car. But Moma was complaining about it taking up too much space in the garage...so I sold it. (woosy) Fast forward 20 years and I found a 91 Fairlady that needs a face lift, tummy tuck and well, a lot. A tt 2 seater. Plan to restore to her original beauty maybe with some nice wheels, front bumper facade and side skirts but nothing tacky. Too many modified look like they need a nail clipping, have an extra appendage and bow legged. The new Z? Looks nice, just maybe.
Z boys rise up!
“Squidd Z”. My expert of all things important! Wow...
Ive owned the 240Z, 350Z and 370Z. Love the 370Z engine so much that I now drive a G37 IPL. I will be a Z fan forever.
So is a 2022 Z in your future or what?
@@IdealMediaChannel At 71 years old I need a ride that is more comfortable than the Z. I have my eye on the Q60 Red Sport 400.
My favorite, definitely my red '71 240z. 2nd owner, original-ish with matching numbers, and still driving beautifully... if not a touch slow compared to new cars. But it has style.
My favorite part was when he said "BMW Supra Z4" 😂
I miss having a z31 turbo in the garage and it was fast and fun.
I love my 73' 240Z.. I bought it 10 years ago hopefully that it would be respected again. I Overhauled an L28 (4 screw SUs, no fuel injection) and rebuilt a close ratio 5 speed and I really like the combination. Great little car.
My 77 280 is my baby. Had it for 15 years now and will never get rid of it. Its been interesting watching the prices go up so much over that time.
27 OTHERS CHANNELS DISLIKE THIS VIDEO “OBVIOUSLY” 😂💯
Love the car model history/progression videos, keep 'em coming 👍
The baddest Z I ever saw and had the pleasure of riding in was when I was in the Air Force and stationed in Japan from 1978 - 1982. I knew a guy there that had a '69 0r '70 240Z with the rare high compression cylinder head that had a bored and stroked engine, a high lift cam, and running triple side draft Webber carbs, headers, and a free-flow exhaust. I shit you not when he floored that beast; it was like the horses raised their heads from underneath the hood..! The sound was like a dozen Tubas being played at a high school marching band. The sound was incredible! He didn't have that front bumper but he did have a whale tail spoiler, similar to the Porsche 930 Turbo's spoiler, which was really popular in those days in Japan back then. In fact, the Japanese guys would really trick out their Z-cars by adding a shark nose front clip/bumper and dropping them really low, and adding stiff suspension components with close-ratio steering. It was cool as hell to see them come driving downtown bouncing on that stiff suspension and making a quick Indy car-like maneuver. In my opinion, as far as incredible-sounding cars go, I think the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Aventadors have great-sounding fuel-injected engines but nothing beats the sound of a naturally aspirated straight-six running triple Webbers. That's pure joy and music to the ears...peace!
I have had Z cars in my life since the mid 1980's. A 240Z on bias ply tires, a 300ZX on P7s, a 350Z on Nittos and a 370Z on Pilot SS. Sprinkle in a 1971Z/28 since 1983 on gator backs and now g force tires. I have always loved all of them.
So are you gonna complete the collection and get the new Z?
@@IdealMediaChannel . We will see. Going through a divorce and the wife took the 370Z sport touring. 😣👎. Once everything is settled I will see what I am going to do.
I'm definitely getting a 350z soon
🙏 I hope it's a good one!
I might sell my 350z to get the 400z, hehe.
@@IdealMediaChannel it'll definitely be a good one ✨
My favorite Z-
before 400z - 370z
after 400z - 400z
Yeah I'm really pumped for the 400!
Lmao
@@AmaAndZing😂
So excited for the next Z...Don't let us down Nissan.
My favorite is 370z.
Me wanting a 300zx :
Appreciatation : Oh did you say something?
Yeah, I mean they're classic cars now, literally 30 years old.
@@IdealMediaChannel yeah true, haha you liked and replied the second I posted this comment 😂, keep up the great work man!
You dodged a bullet, try working on one, you’ll change your mond
Z32 over everything.
Z32 owners are still toxic I see always want to make it a competition when they are all the same family
@@joestuehmer7967 if you wanna see toxic amongst Z32 owners you should see the animosity between some TT and NA owners lol
I've always loved the S130 and have grown to love the Z31. While I had to abandon my 1981 280ZX restoration (too much rust and too expensive to restore) I have gotten a nice 1987 300ZX that's 90% restored. I love that little car and will not sell it.
I bought an all-black 2019 370Z 6MT with the Sports package a couple of years ago and love it. It gives more smiles per mile than any other sports car, including a Porsche and two 60s era British sports cars, I've had.
Yes the classic Jaguar E Type reimagined by the Japanese.
Nissan 400Z: A very modern version of a Japanized Jaguar E-Type
350z is my generations I hope the new age Z can Mach up to past models
I just bought my 2020 white base model 370z manual Trans. I've had it for one week now. I can't stop driving her. I named her Jazellada. I'm living my dream rn.
Love the video. Great collection of clips.
Awesome editing.
Thanks for educating me on Datsun/Nissan history.
Stoked805.
im of the age to grow up on the z33 but i cant help but love the z31, my dad had one when i was growing up and i loved it to bits. Sadly that car now rots in our backyard but im slowly bringing her back to life!
awesome. Good luck with the restoration, that's too great a car to leave in the yard. Sadly the only Datsun my dad owned was a 180B estate LoL
I only like the Datsun 240z
S30
Wow all of them are amazing
Had a 1978 280z 2+2 bronze colt w/ the bulls on the side doors,Lou vets on back window, chrome rims, very aero dynamics 5 speed manual,fast cars and was a head turner…loved that style
I just finished building my z32 and after a full engine rebuild I can confirm they are a pain in the ass to work on
Wow. The dedication on this man.
James looks a little different in this Up To Speed Episode
Last time I was this early brad just got rid of the m3 for the 911
I got a 370z when they first came out in 2010. It was really nice. I had never experienced a car interior so nice. It was ahead of it's time.
I grew up with the 280zx. I’ve never owned a Z but have loved every generation. The 400 looks freaking awesome.
I don’t know why everybody says the 370 looks better then the 350 I think that the 350 looks way better 😅 that’s why I bought one
I owned z 350 too
370z definitely looks better. 370z body is godly stop coping
300zx is so sexy love those lights
omg you liked my comment
Lamborghini copied them for the diablo :)
@@drenchy1011 not quite, Lamborghini bought them of Nissan for the Diablo.
@@YowserUK They bought the design and then put it on their Diablo - AKA they weren't creative enough to come up with their own headlight design therefore they paid Nissan and put it on their overpriced Diablos. Fixed it, happy?
@@drenchy1011 Yes. Although not the design, they bought the actual headlights themselves directly from Nissan, complete with nissan logo (which they covered up with a carbon strip on the Diablo).
I 2nd a Z build off between you 2. Here's the kicker. One of you goes 370, the other goes classic. When it's all over, raffle them off, rinse, repeat over and over with different face offs. STI VS EVO, SUPRA VS 3GT, RX7 VS 300ZX, ETC. I certainly think it could even become a netflix show or something! Assemble elite teams for each build so everything stays extra fresh, too! Let's go!🤘🏼😎
I’m almost 60 years old and yes, I was owned for 7 years 350z. Now I owner of 370z. Last one is aggressive, dynamic and etc. But when I see on the street 350z I still feel heartbeat. Perhaps that is because my 350z was modified to switch off speed limit.
Many people hate Japanese sport cars and prefer made in Germany vehicles (BMW, MB AMG and etc.). Yes, they are made with big love to cars, but Z series made with big love to people who drive the Z.
"Wang Yan Midnight" - Ideal media
I lost it lmao
hey your back where were you cuz only Brad was making the vids?
I made videos! They were just about my GX and you probably didn't watch it haha
@@IdealMediaChannel I did watch it but the last 8 or so are only Brad and YTGF
I love all of them. I have a 370z and I always get into the car feeling like it’s the first time
280ZX t-top were the most popular during the early 80's when I lived in L.A, those were the days....❤
What yall did with brad
Me thinking he got kidnapped
He's on vacay!
C'mon yo btw can y'all shout out my channel I wanna save for some ideal merch
If the fairlaidy is done right, it's the best looking by far
Agreed!
280zx still drives good till this day man
The original Datsun 'Z-car' series. Mine was a 76 280Z... Blue with 'eggshell' leather interior. Wider 'Turbine Mags' and tires... and it was a BLAST!
It didn't have the Launch of the American V8's I was accustom to. But once it was moving, it could keep up with a lot of the other "Hot Rods"... and I had some GOOD Lap Times at Road Atlanta.
The Z32 is still my favourite car. It was way ,way ahead of its time at its time of introduction. The interior and the engine note are still so special.
I'm a 240Z S30 fan.....that will never change and I want one. With the 400Z coming, I'm getting one.
Fell in love with the Zs just recently I had to get my own, found a z32 needed some love and she’s up and going now. I got so lucky found her for 3k last year lol😂
I've had a 73 240Z, a 77 260 Z, a 83 280ZX Turbo, and a 300 ZX 2+2 1984 which was my favorite because it gave me a little more leg room with the rear seats since I am 6'4" tall. I love them all
As a 350z Nismo owner you guys have no idea how much fun I have in that car.
Most people don’t even know they exist and that’s probably because theirs only a total of 1613 ever made.
Not to mention people have no clue about the 350z nismo 380rs 🥲
I can’t wait to see what Nissan does with the 400z nismo edition
The first car I really fell in love with was the 90s 300z I still love it
I bought a black 370z Touring Roadster, in 2011, with 7,000 miles. Today in 2021, it has 35,532 miles on it. It's still smoking hot.
When i was a kid i was totally captured by the charm and beauty of the 240/200SX and 300ZX. I would love to own at least one of the two. I love how the new 400Z looks and i can't wait to see it out there on the street where it belongs. But i also kinda fell in for the new BRZ. At some point in the future there will come a time when a decision has to made.
Wanna see my 300 zx
I grew up in Z cars. My dad had every single generation. I'll never forget him letting me shift as he worked the clutch as we buzzed other cars on the backroads where I grew up. As an adult me and my girlfriend would take the 350 down the coast in Oregon ripping around corners with white knuckles. Easily the best sports car ever made. I absolutely cannot wait for the 400 to come out!
2013 370z Touring with Sport Pack 6spd - owner here. Love my Z
Owned two 280Z's and a 350Z. Loved them. Some issues, but lot's of fun to drive.
Wow the history of the Nissan Z. Learned something new...the X stood for luxury. I am in love. The Z32 2+2 was my first car. 1991 Midnight Pearl Blue, leather interior, manual transmission, I even had the spongy OEM spoiler on the back....had to replace it twice because those spoilers would bend and warp after a while. When I told an acquaintance I had one he exclaimed “Oh no! You are one of them! That car has a cult following!” I was floored. I didn’t know that at the time even though I was part of the z club...I was the only chick there and loved it.
Those guys always gave me a second opinion when it came to car issues. They were forever, swapping out parts to their cars, upgrading engines, turning NA into turbos, automatics into manual. The dude is right... why would you by an automatic Z? 🤣🤣 Well as my baby got older I had access to a lot of stock parts for free due to that club.
I do believe I was a little obsessed. When parked every time I walked away from her I couldn’t help but always give her one last look. God she was beautiful. Well...one cold night of 2019 I was sitting at a traffic light for like 10 secs and out of nowhere a drunk driver in a commercial vehicle ran smack into me.
I walked away without a scratch but I couldn’t save her. She was totaled. I thanked her for the good times and the challenges. I bought her when she was 7 years old When I tell you I loved that car!!!!! I loved that car!! I had her for 20+ years. It was a big deal for me to get her. I was told I couldn’t and shouldn’t get that kind of car (was a young mom of two at the time). Well there was the “family car” and there was MY car. That was the first car in my life that took my breath away when first laid eyes on it. The styling was ahead of its time.
When my sons got older I taught them to drive a stick with that car. That car outlasted everyone else’s car I knew. And I drove that sucker. Every time I see a Z32 on the road today I feel some type of way...nostalgic. I miss that car. When she got even older I wouldn’t let anyone work on her. I had stopped going to the dealer after a while because she was becoming a dinosaur there.
I had to find a mechanic that had strong knowledge, skill, and the same love for the Z. I also preferred him being a Z owner himself. You know I found one. He treated her good. I learned the more you work on your car (dealer, swap meets, junkyard, facebook groups, z clubs) the more you become attached. The 400Z? I’m still watching and waiting. 👀 I am getting another Z32 soon this one I’ll call Xena and she will need some company in the driveway. Long live the Z!
You definitely need to keep a wary eye on other road users. Mine was nearly totaled by a red light runner a few years back one Saturday night. Keep an eye out there are still some fine examples out there.
@@rodneyvanderveen8376 wow 🙈Thank you 🙂
@@PHRCH Mine is midnight blue with blue interior! Had it for 22 years now and has original 133k klms on odo! Still nothing out there like it- not even Skyline! I know as I've owned both! If you lived in Australia I'de sell you mine so I would know you'd look after it. Jesus be back soon anyway - GodBless.
My first new car out of the showroom was a 1974 240Z. My second new car was a 1977 280Z. I wish I had one of them. Loved the 280z with a 5-speed manual and AC.
I Absolutely love the Z
My dad passed 8 years ago and left me his 84 300zx turbo 50th anniversary
I will never part with it
IM SO GLAD THEY INCLUDED THE DEVIL Z
Love my Z32... have had to work on it recently over the past summer. Hands are cut. Have had to buy shorty wrenches and long needle nose pliers to get to some of the metal spring steel clamps. Lots of the rubber hoses are baked on at this point in its lifetime and from my experience, you need to undo a lot of these hoses to get to anything (especially if you're removing the plenum) which results in having to replaced your worn out hoses. Electrical connectors are a pain. Everything is a pain on the car. I can go on for a while... Great car to drive, pain in the ass to work on. Just be weary
I am 17 y/o, I don't know how I found out about the 240z or the 280z, since then ive been in love with it and its my dream car..
Great video. I'll forgive you for not mentioning the talking computer in the 80's model Z affectionately known as Bytchin' Betty - "Key is in the ignition".
My 1986 Maxima still talks when I get out - "Lights are on" You don't look old enough to remember lol. Well done!
The Z32 is and always will be the best Z car. I've owned 2. My current is a 1992 turbo. It has been my dream car since it came out. I've owned two 2+2 models and I've finally got my hands on a 2+0 Torbo. After 3 years of building its close to 600whp and the most funeral car I've ever owned
I’ve never been a Nissan/Datsun guy but I had a 240Z fall into my lap at a stupid price that I couldn’t refuse. If you’ve never driven a classic Z, you need to. It’s an experience few cars can replicate
My dad had a 280z when I was a kid so that will always be my favorite.
I still have 350 z roadster, looks pretty much stock except wheels, suspension and engine modified. I have a GTR twin turbo kit from HK Power (Germany) with 4 mappings on it. 380hp for rainy days, 460hp for normal driving, 520hp for the Nuerburgring and pops and bangs. Great car and fun to drive. I used to have the Z31 turbo too. After modifieing the suspension a great car too. Very reliable and good for daily use. My ultimate Z would be the 280 with today's technology. But the best stock sports cars I had, was the C5 and C6 Corvette. A real sports car like Ferrari and the likes.
It’s over 15 years since I’ve been following the car building scene. With all the the new techs and styles I think it’s time to get back turning wrenches and busting knuckles in the garage.
My favourite Z car is the 1981 280ZX Turbo for the snowflake mesh rims, honey comb mesh rims and the turbo crumble sound of it. 😎
I had a 79 280ZX, then 84 50th Anniversary and an 88 300ZX. I so wish I kept the 84 50th. Loved that car, but after 400K miles by 2003 it had to be retired. I would give so much to have that bad boy back!
I miss mine, too...digital dash and leather seats
280zx in 1987 my senior year in HS. Buying or trying to locate a 370 Roadster.. Wish they brought back T Tops... So fun.
I was lucky enough to own a 270z and 280z just after high school. Still the most fun I've ever had in a car.
5 years later after almost killing myself in the 280 I had LS swapped, I decided to get some life insurance and bought a Chevy Tahoe.
I own 3 Zs the z31, 350z and the 370z they are amazing cars ❤️😩