2005 Nissan 350Z Review

Name: 2005 Nissan 350Z Review
Brand: Nissan
Price: 3425 USD
Rating: 4.8 (193 reviews)

Price Estimate: $3,425 - $5,147

2003 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Hatchback

2003 Nissan 350Z Performance 2dr Hatchback

2003 Nissan 350Z Track 2dr Hatchback Shown

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Smooth and powerful V6 engine, excellent handling, available drop-top version, a bargain compared to anything that can run with it.

Cons

Rough ride on Track model, some low-grade interior materials, lack of luggage space, poor rearward visibility.

What’s new

Enhancements for the 2005 Nissan 350Z include a standard tire-pressure monitor, heated outside mirrors and a driver-seat height adjuster for both front and rear portions of the bottom cushion. Clutch pedal effort has been reduced this year, and the five-speed automatic transmission now features downshift rev matching. The navigation system has a faster processor for improved route calculation times. A special 35th Anniversary edition includes 18-inch alloy wheels, Brembo brakes, front chin spoiler, rear spoiler, available two-tone leather seats and a choice of three exterior colors, including a new Ultra Yellow. A slight bump in horsepower is also part of the package.

Edmunds says

Nissan's crown jewel. For the money, this is one of the best performance buys on the market.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$276/mo

$180/mo

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An amazing, reliable, and fun car

collmurphy, 01/25/2014

2005 Nissan 350Z Touring 2dr Roadster (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

All around, the best car I've ever owned. I got this car my senior year of high school, with 135,000 miles on it. As you would think, I was scared to death that with all the miles, the car would always be in the shop. I was wrong. This car never had ONE problem with it. Took it back and forth to college for a year as well (140 miles one way). Car is so fun to drive, accelerates fast, and …

Revenge of the Sith!

Darth Plageus, 07/29/2015

2005 Nissan 350Z Anniversary Edition 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

This car GREATLY exceeded my expectations for driving in severe snow, rain, and or blistering hot days. It your driving skills are hot this car will not fail you! With the slightest upgrades you will blow a 370Z right off the road! What was Nissan thinking? I LOL every time a mustang, camaro, or any MOPAR gets behind me in a deep curve and it's like engaging the hyperdrive and …

Fast, fun, and beautiful.

thaibxrusa, 02/21/2014

2005 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

September, 2012, I was lucky enough to find a 2005 350Z with just 10,500 miles. I bought it from a retiree that garage kept it from day one. In 1.5 years I've already added 20K miles because I want to drive it everywhere I go. It could be a little faster but with 300 horses, it's hard to complain about. It also draws a lot of looks and I get compliments often. Mine is Daytona Blue and …

fairlady?

ttoussaint21, 09/15/2013

2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)

i bought my 2005 base 6 sod manual. car runs great. had some little problems but was purchased used at 78k miles. thermostat went out which caused the car to over heat, headlights went out. and battery went bad, all simple problems. after owning it for a year. i noticed transmission makes a rattling noise at idle. also clutch feels very soft, i've read lots of discussions saying clutch's …

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2005 350Z Highlights

Type:

Coupe

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$26,800
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$276/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	6.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the 350Z include:

Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.

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An amazing, reliable, and fun car

Revenge of the Sith!

Fast, fun, and beautiful.

fairlady?

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}