1996
Nissan 300ZX

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  • 2dr Cpe Slicktop Manual
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  • 2dr Cpe Manual w/T-Bar
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    $38,879
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  • 2dr Cpe Auto w/T-Bar
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    $39,779
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  • 2dr Cpe 2+2 Manual w/T-Bar
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    $40,189
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  • 2dr Cpe 2+2 Auto w/T-Bar
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    $41,089
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  • 2dr Cpe Turbo Manual w/T-Bar
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    $43,979
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  • 2dr Convertible Manual
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    $44,679
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  • 2dr Cpe Turbo Auto w/T-Bar
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    $44,879
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  • 2dr Convertible Auto
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    $45,579
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.5
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.7

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  • By bill collins from palm harbor, fl.
    Owns this car
    November 14, 2023

    If you can find one of these that have not been me

    bought new 1996 300zx touring 160,000 miles. This is in ex, condition, Everything ever done to car was done at the dealer, only had to have the trans. re-built. Today 2023 I can not find a car I would rather have, any car. this is my forever car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By thomas from lake jackson texas
    Owns this car
    June 18, 2022

    great car overall

    most of the reason ive rated mostly 5 star is because mine was 7k used 1 previous owner and it handles fine the interior design is sleek and with the exterior im planning on putting a widebody kit on it and seating is comfy asf the material my seats were made of is amazing and feels like its holding me there
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Peter's 300 ZX from New Port Richey
    Owns this car
    June 20, 2019

    A True Sports Car

    I've owned my '96 Nissan 300ZX since 2002 now and have been very satisfied with it. My only complaint is that the front leather seats ( primarily the driver's seat ) are weathered ( torn in spots ). Gas mileage is 20 - 22 overall which is pretty good for a V6 with a 5 speed transmission....handling is above average and I consider the body style really, really nice.....
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By ELMACHI from Ren NV
    Owns this car
    November 30, 2017

    Fun car for a 90?s car

    Super fun car, not at powerful as I would like but still an amazing car. Great 1990,s vehicle to own.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By zman from Georgia
    Owns this car
    March 18, 2011

    Nothing Compares!

    This is the most perfectly balanced sport car out there. It was and is ahead of it's time. I own an 82 Vette and love the rubble, but for comfort, sport, and fun there is nothing out there in this price range. I paid 11,000 for mine with only 35k on it. What a steal! This car rocks! I hope to get another one. Too bad Nissan didn't make the 350Z or the 370Z to compare with the 1996 300ZX a real sports car!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By The Tomball Blogger from Tomball,Tx
    Owns this car
    October 27, 2010

    300zx best car for the money

    I have owned over 15 z cars. I have one now. I enjoy the ability to upgrade the z to any level of style and performance one could want.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By 300zx TwinTurbo from MIAMI, FLORIDA
    Owns this car
    July 8, 2006

    Self Explanitory.

    This car is amazing, mine has 160,000 miles and it purrs,im never going to get rid of it. I love the design, it has amazing power, and this car turns heads and its a 10 year old car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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4.8 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 5.0
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.7
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