Nissan 300ZX 1990
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Supercar - big league performance for little league money, with all the extras you could possibly want.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    You think you know what 'expensive to run' means? Double it! Rarely achieves 20mpg, but does anything else with this performance?

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fabulous 'mile-eater', despite costs - a long journey is a pleasure. You find yourself looking for excuses to use it!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Awesome... smooth, effortless delivery. You need to keep your eye on the speedo, otherwise you won't keep your licence!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Keep it REGULARLY maintained... it's still a Nissan, so it will be almost bulletproof if you do.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I'm biased... I bought one! Personally, I think that they are more desirable now amongst the insipid characterless stuff 'out there'. It is a bit 'look at me' I guess.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Kids love the back seats... just as well, because anyone larger than Kylie would really struggle. Front seats excellent, drivers is multi-adjustable. All the creature comforts that you ever need.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Needs after-sales top grade alarm/immobiliser... you won't get insurance otherwise!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The main dealers are expensive and don't really like working on them. Find specialist.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Belts change (essential!) routine. I change the oil every 3,000 miles.

    Other

    Turbos overhauled. Usually means engine out... labour alone around £1,000.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes