The headlights on the 350z were equipped with two light bulbs and offered the choice of a HID or a regular halogen bulb for the low beam. But in this vintage headlamp, the high beams are always the same. The H7 halogen low beam and H7 halogen high beam combinations are what you can see on the headlight of the 2003–2005 350Z. or H7 halogen high beam with D2S HID low beam. A hybrid projector unit is also a form of early generation projector.
The single, big, bi-xenon (dual beam) projector assembly using a 35w D2S HID bulb is the sole form of headlamp available for the 2006–2009 350z. The single projector in this headlight can produce 2 different beam patterns for the high and low beam functions thanks to an internal motorized shutter.
In this video, we go over all the specifics of these two types of Nissan 350z headlight housings, including how to replace bulbs, improve them, and remove them for maintenance.
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Can a 2004 350Z use headlights from a 2006 350Z?
There were two types of headlights available for the 350z: early model and late model. The 350z has a weak hybrid-projector low beam that was available with HID or halogen bulbs from 2003 to 2005. Nissan, however, updated to a new type of headlight in 2006 and after that makes use of a single bi-xenon HID projector system. Both the appearance and light output of this latest generation headlight are improved.
The bulkhead wire connector for both types of headlights is identical, as you can see in the opening segment of this video showing how the headlights are removed from the car. Getting your hands on a set of OEM 2006+ headlights and swapping them for your original headlights is all it takes to upgrade from your stock 2003–2005 headlights. There is no need for adjustment. Absolutely plug and play, they are! It’s okay if you want HID headlights made after 2006 but your original headlights didn’t come with HIDs because they are still plug and play. eBay, Amazon, or a 350z forum are ideal places to go for OEM 2006–2009 350z HID headlights.
What is a 350Z Z33?
The Nissan 350Z, the fifth iteration in Nissan’s Z-car line, is a two-door, two-seater sports car that was produced by Nissan Motor Corporation from 2002 until 2009. In Japan, it is known as the Nissan Fairlady Z (Z33). The 350Z started being produced in 2002 and began being sold and promoted as a 2003 model in August of the same year. Since the roadster did not make its debut until the following year, there was only a coupe the initial year. The Roadster was initially only available in Enthusiast and Touring trim levels, whereas the coupe was first offered in Base, Enthusiast, Performance, Touring, and Track models. The Track trim had Brembo brakes and lightweight wheels, but all other coupes’ suspension settings applied. For the 2009 model year, the Nissan 370Z took the place of the 350Z.
Which 350Z model year is the best?
The 2007 350z significantly raised the bar, aside from the addition of Bluetooth and a few cosmetic tweaks. The 3.5 liter V6 beneath the hood has been updated and upgraded. The new engine is around 20 horsepower more powerful and a little bit larger than the old engine.
Nissan enhanced the suspension and added a sleeker, more robust body. 268 lb-ft of torque was produced at 2000 revolutions per minute. Before, the 350z ran at a speed of 4,000 revolutions per minute.
In general, the most dependable 350z models are from the years 2007 and 2008. The VQ35HR and other VQ engines created at this time are regarded as some of the most dependable and effective Nissan engines ever created.
The 350z’s final year was in 2008. Later, the 370z would take its place, but not before Nissan produced one last Roadster in 2009.
The 350z has gone on to sell well over 100,000 units and is still in high demand since it is more affordable than comparable high-performance sports cars. It was at the top of “best of” lists from Motorweek to Automobile Magazine from 2003 to 2007.
The 350z has also established itself as a staple of culture. It has been on the covers of driving video games like Need for Speed Underground 2 and Forza Motorsport as well as the movie poster for The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.
Is a JDM a 350Z?
The 350Z is known as the Fairlady Z in the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM). Basically, vehicles were badged as the 350Z when sold outside of Japan, while Fairlady Z when sold domestically in Japan.
The Fairlady Z and the 350Z differ from one another in addition to the badging, albeit the specific variances depend on the trim level you choose to purchase.
For instance:
- By the end of production, the reported HP ratings were closer to those of American cars since Japanese manufacturers had begun to give up the pretense of that HP limit. Earlier JDM models adhere to Japan’s self-imposed 276hp limit (on paper).
- Every Fairlady Z is a right-hand drive vehicle.
- If you encounter an LHD Fairlady Z, it is a 350Z that has been rebadged.
- There may also be some minor variations, such as choices for interior lighting, headlamp washers, etc.
- There are some differences in the trims and add-ons that are offered, for instance, Fairladys were offered with leather seats and Brembo brakes (which, it appears, weren’t available on 350Zs sold in the US; Track edition models only had cloth seats, though it was difficult to confirm this information).
If you are familiar with the Japanese domestic market, you are aware that it is not unusual for automobiles to be sold in Japan under one name and exported under a different name (learn more about the meaning and history of JDM here). The badge is sometimes the only obvious distinction between a JDM and export version of a particular car, as it is with the 350Z, although other times you can see significant platform changes, like with the Lexus IS350 and Toyota Crown Athlete.
The 350Z is it quick?
10 Power and Engine All of this indicates that the 350Z is strong and capable enough to function as the GT vehicle that Nissan first marketed it as. It also indicates that the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than six seconds and reach an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.