- According to our sources, Nissan is developing a limited-edition Z to celebrate the car’s 55th anniversary.
- The special edition is believed to arrive this fall and could take inspiration from the Fairlady Z Customized Edition with its retro-inspired touches.
- Production will likely be limited, with allocations potentially determined by dealer sales performance.
The Ford Mustang isn’t the only sports car celebrating a milestone in 2024, as the Nissan Z went into production 55 years ago in October of 1969. Now, we’ve learned that the company plans to celebrate this occasion with a new special edition.
Details are somewhat hazy, but our source, who has proven extremely reliable in the past, informs us that the special edition should arrive this fall for the 2024 model year. This suggests the vehicle could be unveiled relatively soon.
More: 2024 Nissan Fairlady Z Lineup Detailed In Japan, Includes New Customized Edition
There’s no word on styling or equipment changes, but we’re told that the car could follow in the footsteps of the Fairlady Z Customized Edition that was introduced in Japan last summer. That particular model is notable for having a retro-inspired front bumper, a revised grille, and a carbon fiber rear spoiler. The company also offers a variant with side stripes, a hood decal, and unique 19-inch wheels.
While it remains unclear if the car will be based on the Fairlady Z Customized Edition, it sounds like the changes will be fairly extensive as our source mentioned that prototypes have already arrived in the United States. They’ll presumably be subjected to testing, which would make sense if they feature a modified bumper and grille.
Nissan Fairlady Z Customized Edition
We can anticipate learning more in the coming months, but it appears that production will be limited and allocations will be determined by dealer sales. Specifically, dealers who have sold at least ten Zs will reportedly receive three special editions.
The standard model starts at $42,970 and has a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 developing 400 hp (298 kW / 406 PS) and 350 lb-ft (474 Nm) of torque. It can be connected to a six-speed manual or a nine-speed automatic transmission, both driving the rear wheels.
