almostfamous

I've decided for sure to buy a 300ZX. I was keen on a 1990 or newer TT model partly because of the stock 300hp. But, I really like the look of the late 80's model. I'm not too mechanically minded. Having said that, is there a late 80's model that pushes considerable hp without extensive mods?
BTW, I live in Canada and prefer to have a backseat.

 

Mig2

The 90 and up have the VG30DE engine while the 89 and down have the VG30E. The newer engine is a better engine IMO and is capable of producing more hp. It has twin cams, variable valve timing, an intake for each bank, and is just overall a better engine (again IMO). Both engines do tend to be more of a puzzle to the mechanically challenged.

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asleepz

For someone that wants to mod a car (relatively easy) and actually learn the basics I would suggest a Z31 (84-89) that was turboed. A lot less ECU work and just plain out easier to learn off of.

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almostfamous

Thanks, I have a 95 Maxima, so I'm sold on their 3.0L engines. I'm leaning toward the 90's model just because many parts would be the same. My concern is I'd like the TT model with the 2+2 but have yet to see a factory one for sale here in Ontario, Canada.

asleepz

Well I wasn't too sure if the Maxima moved over to the VG30DE after the VG30E like the Z's did. But if they did and you are fairly familiar with the engine, it'd be best to go for the Z32 model then.

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AZ-ZBum

The VG30E is much simpler to work on than the VG30DE.

I know in Canada, you could get the Z31 in a 2+2 turbo. I'm not sure if the Z32 was available as such.

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Zen31ZR

Yes, they were. Pretty rare, though.

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zak187

a local cop around here has an 86 2+2 turbo with an auto tranny ( i dont live in canada)

asleepz

well then it either came from canada or was swapped.

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zak187

thats what i was thinking. it most likely came from canada. next time i see her ill try to get a better look at it

 

Zen31ZR

There's been a few 2+2 turbos for sale on Ebay and Z31.com and other places. I don't doubt she got it from one of those. Where exactly do you live.

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almostfamous

What's the difference in HP between Z31 and Z32 turbo? Canadian Z32 turbo are 300hp stock.

Xorti7

Z31 t's are 200-205 hp stock (depending on before or after 1987 respectively).

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asleepz

Those are flywheel horsepower values also...

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Xorti7

True...

What loss % do most z31's have anyhow?

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