2008 Nissan 350Z Touring RWD Manual

• Aluminum hood
• Body color bumpers
• Body color pwr heated mirrors
• Flush mounted bi-xenon high intensity discharge headlights
• LED taillights
• Rear wiper
• UV-shielded glass
• Variable intermittent front wipers

• (2) 12V pwr outlets
• (2) rear parcel boxes
• (5) beverage holders
• 2-way pwr 2-way manual adjustable passenger seat w/manual seatback fall-down function
• 3-bay instrument gauge cluster w/oil pressure, voltmeter & trip computer
• 4-way pwr w/additional 4-way manual adjustments for driver seat
• Aluminum interior accents
• Aluminum pedals
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Automatic climate control
• Bluetooth hands-free phone system
• Bose AM/FM audio system w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer-inc: (7) speakers, subwoofer
• Center console box
• Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
• Dual map lights
• Dual trip odometers
• Front seat side pockets
• HomeLink universal transceiver
• Leather wrapped shift knob
• Leather wrapped tilt steering wheel w/illuminated audio/cruise controls
• Lockable storage behind passenger seat
• Nissan vehicle immobilizer system
• Passenger storage net
• Perforated leather heated bucket seats
• Pwr fuel door release
• Pwr locks
• Pwr windows w/1-touch auto up/down, auto-reverse
• Rear window defroster
• Remote keyless entry system w/rolling code protection, remote front window down & trunk/hatch release
• Seat back map pockets
• Sunglass holder
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Vehicle security system
• XM satellite radio
• XM satellite radio

• 18 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheels
• 3.5L DOHC V6 engine
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system w/brake assist
• 4-wheel vented disc brakes
• 4-wheel vented disc brakes
• 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission
• Carbon-fiber composite driveshaft
• Compact spare tire
• Continuously variable valve timing control system
• Drive-by-wire throttle
• Dual chrome-tipped exhaust
• Electronic brake force distribution
• Front & rear stabilizer bars
• Front strut tower bar
• Independent multi-link front & rear suspension
• Nissan direct ignition system
• P225/45WR18 high performance Bridgestone Potenza front tires
• P245/45WR18 high performance Bridgestone Potenza rear tires
• Rear strut tower brace
• Rear wheel drive
• Spare tire cover w/wheel wrench, front tow hitch, jack
• Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
• Traction control system (TCS)
• Vehicle dynamic control
• Viscous limited slip differential

• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system w/brake assist
• Driver knee bolster
• Dual note horn
• Electronic brake force distribution
• Energy absorbing steering column
• Energy absorbing steering column
• Front active head restraints
• Front/rear crumple zones
• Nissan advanced air bag system-inc: dual stage front air bags, occupant classification sensor
• Seat belts w/pretensioners & load limiters
• Side door guard beams
• Tether anchor
• Traction control system (TCS)
• Traction control system (TCS)
• Vehicle dynamic control

Model Highlights

Datsun forever changed the world of affordable sports cars when they launched their sleekly styled, six-cylinder missile, the Datsun 240Z, in 1971. Five years after the Z car's reintroduction to the U.S. market, the 2008 Nissan 350Z happily stays true to the 240Z's successful blend of performance, style, and reasonable price. The 350Z shares its platform with the INFINITI G35 sedan and G37 coupe. These cars all use Nissan's FM (front midengine) platform that places the engine behind the front axle line for optimal weight distribution, resulting in excellent handling. The 350Z uses the fourth-generation 3.5L, 24-valve DOHC V6 which in this application, makes 306 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic transmission with down-shift rev matching are available, and both a coupe and a roadster are on offer. Inside, the Z is obviously a pure driver's car. The tachometer is large and directly ahead of the driver. When you release the tilt lever the whole instrument pod goes up and down with the steering wheel. It's a thoughtful detail that ensures a great view of the instruments at all times. The three small round gauges atop the center of the dashboard echo back to the original Z car, and a large storage compartment opens right below it. This is where the GPS system resides if you choose this option. Everything in the cockpit is pointedly styled, and just flat out works. Even better than the interior is the driving. Nissan obviously went to a lot of trouble to make the Z chassis an exceptionally stiff one. Under the hood a brace connects the two shock towers. There is also a larger cross member that takes up a significant amount of rear cargo area. The Z's power is magnificent. The stiff chassis makes for a firm ride, but it also elevates the handling prowess of the Z beyond some high-buck sports cars. The ABS-equipped four-wheel disc brakes are absolutely fantastic. The 350Z has a number of trims, including Enthusiast, Touring, and Grand Touring. The Enthusiast adds a limited slip differential, traction control, cruise control, aluminum pedals, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a HomeLink universal garage door opener. The Touring gets heated leather seats, Bluetooth, XM satellite radio, and a Bose audio system. The Grand Touring adds Brembo brakes, super lightweight 18-inch wheels, vehicle dynamic control and front and rear spoilers. Side air bags for both the body and head are optional, as is a DVD-based navigation system, and satellite radio. A limited number of NISMO coupes will be built for 2008. These special edition vehicles have a more rigid body (as much as 60% stiffer in many areas), a rear diffuser, a front spoiler, lighter wheels, large Brembo brakes, and a suspension with high spring rates and a bigger rear stabilizer bar.