Nissan Fairlady Z
JDM · Nissan
The JDM name for the Z. From the S30 240Z to the modern RZ34, Japan iconic sports car.
The Nissan Fairlady Z is the Japanese-market name for the Z sports car line, sold as the Datsun or Nissan Z in export markets. Launched in 1969 as the S30 (the 240Z abroad), it delivered affordable straight-six sports-car performance and became a global icon. Across generations (S30, S130, Z31, Z32, Z33, Z34, and the modern RZ34) the Fairlady Z balanced style, rear-drive handling, and value. The twin-turbo Z32 of the 1990s and the naturally aspirated VQ-powered 350Z and 370Z kept the formula alive, and the current Z uses a twin-turbo VR30 V6. On WhipJury, Fairlady Z submissions span classic S30s, Z32 twin-turbos, and modern Z builds.
Fairlady Z highlights
S30 (1969-1978). The original 240Z/Fairlady Z, a global icon.
Z32 (1989-2000). Twin-turbo VG30DETT, a 1990s legend.
Z33/Z34/RZ34. VQ then twin-turbo VR30 power, continuing the line.
Fairlady Z on WhipJury
A revered JDM sports car, from classic S30s to the modern Z.
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