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=== 300ZX ===

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The 300ZX was the top of the line in the Z car series. This was also the only model exported to the USDM, where other markets received a few of the other Z car models noted above. The 300ZX was powered by a 3.0-liter single overhead cam V6 engine with a bore of 87mm and a stroke of 83mm for a total of 2960cc, with a compression ratio of 9:1 in non-turbo form and 7.8:1 in turbo form. This was mated to either the FS5W71C 5-speed manual for non-turbo, FS5R90A B/W T5 5-speed manual for turbo models, or an E4N71B 4-speed automatic transmission.

The 300ZX turbo models added a small spoiler to the hatch made from rubber-covered foam with a metal supporting structure. Turbo cars also added a small lip to the air dam and a small hood scoop located off-center above the turbo location to aid in cooling the early air-cooled turbos.

Interiors were available with either cloth or leather and included a full gauge pack.

In the USA, turbo models were only available in 2-seat models. In Canada and the JDM market, turbo models were available in both 2-seat and 2+2 models. In the Euro market, only 2+2 models were available.

Front turn signal lenses on [https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/Modeldifferences/NorthAmerican-Lenses.png North American models were amber with a single double filament bulb]. In the [https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/Modeldifferences/Euro-Lenses.png Euro market they were half clear and half amber with two bulbs] (one for the daytime running lamp and one for the turn signal). In the [https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/Euro%20Lenses/JDM%2084-86%20marker.jpg JDM, the lenses were all amber but with two sections and bulbs].

[[Z31/Wheels|Wheels were either 14" 4-lug steel wheels on base models, 15" 4-lug alloy wheels on non-turbo models, and 15" or 16" 5-lug alloy wheels on turbo depending on year and market]]. Note: 16" alloy wheels were not available in the USDM till 1986, except on the 50th AE.

In 1984, a "Special 50th Anniversary Edition" 300ZX was offered in the US and AU markets to celebrate Nissan's 50th birthday as a vehicle manufacturer. Information on these special models can be found [https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/AE.html here].

There were three trim codes for the 300ZX in the US market: SF (Canada), GL, and GLL. GL models had analog dash, cloth interior, and manual AC controls. GLL models had leather interior, digital electronics package, and adjustable suspension.

SF models were available with red or tan cloth interiors.

https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/Modeldifferences/SF-Interior.png

GL models had more interior color options: black, blue, and grey were added at this level.

==== Standard Options for Models ====

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!
! 1984
! 1985
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| SF
|
* [[Z31/Wheels|SF is the base model with 14" x 5.5" steel wheels]] and no power options other than power steering
* Canadian Models only
* Non-Turbo Only
* 2 seaters only
| No Changes
|-
| GL
|
* Cruise Control
* Power Windows
* Passenger Assist lock (driver lock controls passenger)
* Tilt Steering Wheel
* Power Mirrors
* Illuminated Entry
* Digital AM/FM/Cassette No EQ
* Air Conditioning
* T-Tops Optional on all but AE
| No Changes
|-
| GLL
|
* Digital Instrumentation
* Power Leather Seats
* Automatic Climate Control
* Headlight washing system
* Cargo shelf and retracting tonneau cover
* On 50th AE model, stereo and cruise control functions were added to a 2-spoke steering wheel
* T-Tops Optional on all but AE
|
* [https://z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/Colors%20on%20a%20z/GLL%20Red%20jbmartin87.jpg Stereo and cruise control functions added to a new 2-spoke steering wheel] (same as 50th AE wheel)
* Control functions moved to steering wheel
* Stereo gains 9 band Equalizer
* Leather becomes an option on GLL models
|}

==== Telling the Years Apart ====

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! General Info
! Non-Turbo
! Turbo
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| 1984
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* Defined edge for wheel arches
* Trunk hatch has "DATSUN" emblem on driver side
* All model plate light strip says 300ZX
|
* No spoiler front or rear
* [[Z31/Wheels|15x6.5" 4 lug wheels]]
* Hatch has "NISSAN" emblem on passenger side
* 3.7 rear end
* Alternator located on left side of engine under AC compressor
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* Spoiler on front and rear
* [[Z31/Wheels|15x6.5" 5 lug wheels]]
* Hatch has "NISSAN/TURBO" emblem on passenger side
* 3.54 rear end
* Functional hood scoop
* Garrett T3 oil-lubricated turbo
* In-car electronically adjustable shocks
* Injector cooling fan mounted just behind driver headlight
* Dual core radiator
* Auxiliary electric pusher fan mounted to AC condenser
* Oil cooler added on automatic models
* Alternator located on right side of engine under power steering pump
|-
| 1985
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* Visually indistinguishable from the 1984 models
* Trunk hatch has only "NISSAN" emblem on driver side
* Alternator located on left side of engine under AC compressor
| No changes.
|
* Turbo is now water cooled
* Plate light strip says "300ZX TURBO" and is gray
* Tail lights are smoked
* All turbos have T-tops
* In the Euro market, alloy 16x7" 5 lug wheels (US kept 15x6.5")
* Alternator located on right side of engine under power steering pump
|}