Nissan 300ZX is a sports car that was produced across two different generations.
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10 Facts About Nissan 300ZX
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The first generation 300ZX known as the Z31 model was produced from 1983 through 1989 and was a sales success becoming the highest volume Z-car for Nissan.
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The Nissan 300ZX-titled reflector in the rear was updated to a narrow set of tail lights running the entire width of the car and an LED third brake light on top of the rear hatch.
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Japanese Nissan 300ZX buyers were liable for additional yearly taxes that affected sales.
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The Nissan 300ZX came with the VG30ET, with similar specifications to the USDM model.
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The 300ZR was positioned as a sportier alternative, with tighter suspension settings, while the turbocharged Nissan 300ZX was now only offered with an automatic transmission, and the 200ZR was a budget alternative as it fit into a lower tax and insurance category thanks to its smaller engine.
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Nissan 300ZX utilized the Cray-2 supercomputer to design the new Z32 with a form of CAD software making it one of the first production cars to utilize this tool.
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Executives at Nissan pulled the commercial after the initial airing when they became concerned the commercial would promote street racing since the commercial features the 300ZX being faster than a sport bike, a Formula One car and a fighter jet.
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Mattel and Nissan 300ZX eventually settled the lawsuit out of court and observers noted that the lawsuit ultimately just gave Nissan 300ZX and the advertisement further exposure and publicity.
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Nissan 300ZX was campaigned during 1984 and 1985 in showroom stock racing.
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