1996 Nissan 300ZX Review
Fuel Economy
18 - 19 mpg
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Nice for the age
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr STD Coupe
Review
Just bought this last year and I really enjoy driving it. It has plenty of power. Shifts hard into 2nd (reminds me of my vette). Sounds great. Looks great. Drives and handles like a new one.
Favorite Features
Steering is amazing. I can almost turn completely around in my driveway.
Suggested Improvements
Lack of tilt steering is a major screwup. I am a big guy and it kills my knee every time.
My Dream Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr 2+2 Coupe
Review
I bought my car, never test driven by others, with 3 miles on it. She now has 218K and runs like she's still new. All the power, all the beauty, all orginial parts including engine & transmission! I'm finally ready to sell her, and find it so hard as I know I'll never own another car like this (hardwood floors winning out). The power makes this car fast, furious and fun. The handling is beyond perfect, and head turning quota off the charts. As a female owner, I loved being in the league with the mostly male owners of this car and everywhere I go am constantly asked if I will sell it. Sadly, my answer will now be yes. Hardly any expenses aside from normal upkeep. A dream to own!
Favorite Features
Power and speed. This car knows how to handle curves. The design is sexy and strong, the inside tight an efficient. Great T top design, looks great in and out. Seats are comfortable but no room for adults in the back seat of my 2+2 unless they are short and small, but great for having extra space.
Suggested Improvements
This car doesn't handle well in snow, ice, hard rain/sleet as it is wheel rear driven and front heavy so it will slide. Have a back up car for bad weather. A small price to pay for an amazing car that you will fall in love with if you are ever lucky enough to own one.
Z Best
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr STD Turbo Coupe
Review
I purchased this car used 5 years ago. I am a sports car enthuasist. This is the finest, fastest, most reliable, most comfortable car I have ever owned. It handles so well, there is no time I have ever felt unsure of it's ability to hold the road. Acceleration so smooth you'd think there is no limit. For a car with such performance, creature comforts still are present. Great Bose cd sound system! Comfortable seats. I can only hope the new 350Z will someday attain this old model's glory!
Favorite Features
Speed, ease of shifting at high speeds, great braking and handling. Awesome, head turning looks. Nissan printed on the original sticker "The sports car of sports cars". Nuthin' more to be said
Suggested Improvements
There is a bit of road noise from the hatchback. Expected in a hatchback, and sound insulation is heavy....slowing this beast. So, some magical improvement?
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Once U Go Z You'll Never Go Back
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr 2+2 Coupe
Review
My 1996 Nissan 300ZX 2+2 is amazing. I just got it a couple of weeks ago and I can't stop driving it. Although it's not the twin turbo model, it is still got a lot kick to it. The bose sound system and t-tops add to the ultimate driving experience. The original sticker price was way to high when first released, but now that I could afford it, I went for it. No Regrets either!
Favorite Features
My favorite features on the car are the sound system, t-bar roof, and smooth 5-speed manual transmission.
Suggested Improvements
Although I would dream of bring a beverage in my Z, there are no cupholders.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Best
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr STD Convertible
Review
The best Z ever! We have a 1995 2+2, 1993 2+2 and the 1996 Convertible. I will keep them forever!
Favorite Features
2+2 and Convertible-great styling.
Suggested Improvements
None
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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