Wednesday, August 22, 2012
By: Matthew Doucette
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Matthew's 2006 Nissan 350Z.
2006 Nissan 350Z — 6-Speed Manual Coupe — Stock/Refinished
- Exterior cosmetic refresh
- Never winter driven ❄️
- clean OEM-style example
- not a modified project car
350Z HIGHLIGHTS:
- Purpose-built two-seat RWD sports car
- 6-speed manual transmission
- Naturally aspirated 3.5L V6
- Low seating position
- Short rear deck
- Driver-focused chassis
- Black exterior/interior
- 18" wheels (stock)
- No spoiler
- Cleaner 2003–2006 hood design
It has a timeless/classic look and is still mistaken for a new sports car.
2006 MODEL HIGHLIGHTS:
- Updated 300 hp 7,000 RPM VQ35DE engine
- Revised front fascia
- Bi-xenon projector headlights
- LED rear lights
- Interior trim updates
- 18" wheels
The 2006 features are carried forward from the rare 2005 35th Anniversary edition. This was my dream car and the best looking Z that I specifically sought out.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- OEM exterior/interior, wheels, suspension, exhaust, lights
- 6-speed manual transmission
- 3.5L naturally aspirated V6
- 2 seater RWD — an actual sports car!
- No spoiler
- Never winter driven / never exposed to salted roads
- Stored for winter
- Base trim (lower weight; pure; fewer convenience features; less to maintain)
- 93,568 miles
REFINISHING
- Body refinishing / repaint completed
- Wheels refinished / painted Brilliant Silver K23 (official Nissan colour)
- Headlights polished and clear coated
- Body polished and waxed
MODIFICATIONS
- Upgraded stereo
- Upgraded brakes (drilled/slotted rotors)
The intent was to keep this 350Z stock on purpose. These modifications addressed the wish for more appropriate brakes and stereo system.
RECENT MAINTENANCE
- (SOLD June 2026)
- Oil change May 2026
- New oil cap + seal May 2026
- New belts (x2) May 2026
- New rear hatch struts August 2024
- New driver's side door handle August 2024
- Detailed (vacuum + shampoo w/ozone) July 2024
- New door window weather striping July 2023
- New window track rubber May 2023
- New tires (x4) August 2022
- New high-performance brakes (drilled/slotted rotors) July 2022
- Recalls fixed by May 2022
- New paint job summer 2021
- New flex pipe October 2020
- New differential fluid September 2020
- New transmission fluid September 2020
- New spark plugs September 2020
- Cleaned K&N air filter September 2020
- New JBL door speakers June 2020
- Wheels refinished June 2020
- Headlight refinished June 2020
- New front wipers July 2018
- New battery April 2016
- New radiator fans September 2015
- Throttle body cleaned May 2015
- New K&N air filter 2014
The car presents very well inside, outside, and underneath. It has been owned by an enthusiast, documented over the years, and kept away from Canadian winter salt. A great example for someone looking for a clean, manual 350Z that has been cared for rather than simply used as basic transportation. Walk-around videos available upon request.
INSPECTION / PERMIT / RECALLS
- (SOLD June 2026)
- Inspected until April 2027
- Vehicle permit renewed May 2026
- All recalls fixed (as of July 2026)
REASON FOR SELLING
- I am purchasing a new sports car and selling two sports cars — my 2006 Nissan 350Z and our 2008 Saturn Sky Red Line.
KNOWN NOTES
- 2006 VQ35DE cars are known for oil consumption, so oil level should be monitored as part of normal ownership.
MORE STATS
- 2006 Nissan 350Z (Fairlady Z, Z33)
- Built on Nissan FM platform
- Base trim
- No spoiler
- 18" rims
- 2 seater (not a 2+2)
- 6-speed manual transmission
- 3.5L (210 cu in) naturally aspirated V6 engine
- 7,000 rpm redline
- ~170mph (~275 kph) top speed / limited to 155mph (250 kph)
- VQ35DE 3.5 L (210 cu in) V6
- 300 hp (224 kW; 304 PS) at 6,400 rpm
- 260 lb·ft (353 N·m) at 4,800 rpm
The engine is an improvement over the 2003..05 version which produced 287 hp and 274 lb·ft of torque. Even though the peak torque is lower (260 vs. 274), it is flatter and performs better.
SPECIFIC MOD NOTES
- Alpine stereo system (IDA-x100 face plate, two 8” subwoofers, subwoofer box, amp)
- K&N RE-0930-L High-Flow Air Filter
- brake upgrade (Power Stop KC114-26 Z26 Extreme Street Warrior Performance Brake Kit: drilled/slotted rotors, powder coated calipers, stainless steel, carbon fiber infused ceramic pads, “extreme performance” rating, by Power Stop Brakes from TDot Performance)
- weight reduction -- removed spare tire and tools (still have them). Dropped curb weight from 3,339.0 lbs down to 3,268.8 lbs.
SPECIFIC RESTORATION NOTES
- body (minor body work + paint job by Gordon Pothier Auto Body)
- stock wheels (sanding + Brilliant Silver K23 paint by Redfurn Detailing / CarStar)
- headlights (polish + clear coat by Redfurn Detailing / CarStar)
- detailing (body polish + wax by Redfurn Detailing)
MAINTENANCE SUMMARY
- winter stored
- never seen salt roads
- under carriage in excellent condition
- 3rd owner
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- 1st owner was lady from Texas
- 2nd owner was young man from Halifax -- very respectful, never abused, never even sped, owned for a year
- 3rd owner is myself, I owned it from 2012..2026
REASON FOR PURCHASE
I specifically sought out a 350Z, considering ten different 350Z at the time. I test drove four (two 2003, two 2006) and put two on the hoist (one 2003, one 2006) before making a decision. I wanted a 2006 due to its relation to the 35th anniversary model (updated engine, bi-xenon projectors, a revised front fascia, new LED rear lights, and changes to the interior trim) and minor fixes from previous years.
That is all.
About the Author: I am Matthew Doucette of Xona Games, an award-winning indie game studio that I founded with my twin brother. We make intensified arcade-style retro games. Our business, our games, our technology, and we as competitive gamers have won prestigious awards and received worldwide press. Our business has won $190,000 in contests. Our games have ranked from #1 in Canada to #1 in Japan, have become #1 best sellers in multiple countries, have won game contests, and have held 3 of the top 5 rated spots in Japan of all Xbox LIVE indie games. Our game engines have been awarded for technical excellence. And we, the developers, have placed #1 in competitive gaming competitions -- relating to the games we make. Read about our story, our awards, our games, and view our blog.