The latest generation of the Nissan Z has split opinions everywhere but die-hard fans still exist. The couple at the focus of this story demonstrates that as they own some incredibly rare Zs and just added to the collection. Two videos chronicle their love for the model and the introduction of their latest addition.
Z enthusiasts Celeste and Bill Gilbert have been married for 51 years and have loved the model even longer. According to Celeste, that love was only a longing for some time as the couple couldn’t afford a Z. Once they could, Bill says that for a time there wasn’t space for one in their life.
Now, as empty nesters, the pair have acquired a number of rare Z models from numerous generations. They showcased them all to Nick from the YouTube channel Nick Loves Nissan. The car that really hooked the Gilberts was their first, a 2003 350Z Touring Edition. It might be the most normal of the group.
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Next, they picked up a one-owner 1980 Tenth Anniversary Edition 280Z with about 29k original miles on it. Behind it in the garage sits a 1977 ZAP Z Special Edition with a five-speed manual transmission. Sitting atop a lift is a 1978 Black Pearl Edition Z. Those last two were the inspiration for Nissan’s 370Z Heritage edition.
Bill doesn’t have one of those yet but he does have a 50th Anniversary Edition 370Z in red and white. According to him, it’s one of just 50 ever made. There’s no telling how rare his newest Z is though. Matter of fact, it’s actually Celeste’s new Z in Seiran Blue with a matching blue interior.
She, along with Nick, takes the car for its first spin in the video below and to put it simply, she loves it. The couple is clearly extremely fond of the model and has filled their lives with it. Their passion for the Z is heartwarming too. Regardless of how good or bad one might think the new Z is, it’s great to see people who are genuinely enthralled by cars that they love.