Overview & Reviews
Nissan adds a roadster to the 350Z lineup. Available in Enthusiast and Touring variants, the 2004 Nissan 350Z roadster offers the same performance and handling as the Z coupe but with the added fun of top-down driving. In other news, satellite radio (either XM or Sirius) is a new option this year for the Touring version of the coupe.
- Smooth and powerful V6 engine, excellent handling, available drop-top version, a bargain compared to anything that can run with it.
- Rough ride on Track model, some low-grade interior materials, lack of luggage space, poor rearward visibility.
User Reviews:
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Nissan failed to act - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By bikerjesse - September 5 - 2:00 amLOVE my z! Nissan should have listened to buyers of 03s re the HORRIBLE radio. Some wind noise at high speeds, but this is not a Mercedes. Fun to drive, looks GREAT! $30k cars should come with decent radios.
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chicks think its cute - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By Tim - July 28 - 1:40 amI will end up averaging about 1000 miles per month over my first year owning this car. I live in a region with many excellent sports car roads and little severe weather. Twisty mountain roads are the favorite hunting grounds of this predator. Z4, CLK230 and Mustang are its favorite prey. Although its ultimate grip around a corner may not be the king of the hill, it loves the transitions and flies through them with great balance. Feedback to the driver is excellent. I have the 17-inch wheels and they seem to have better comfort than the 18-inch from what I have read. Car makes you feel like you are a much better driver than you are. Moreover, it lets one become a better driver, too.
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350z - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By nleegunn - May 26 - 10:00 amFUN CAR TO DRIVE
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Beats the Family Truckster - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By lsadams - April 24 - 2:00 amA very enjoyable car to pamper and then drive like I was a kid. Tight ride, sneaky fast, but not a Vette off the line. Wish I lived where I could drive it all year round. After all the work and family cars, this is a real kick to drive without cleaning out the bank.
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A to Z - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By Scooter-ZRD - April 24 - 2:00 amIve owned a lot of cars over the years and my 350Z Roadster is without a doubt the most fun car Ive ever owned and drove! Great acceleration, cornering, and looks to boot! Who could ask for anything more? One area that I would like to see Nissan improve upon is the interior material. More use of leather would be nice.
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Fun in the Sun! - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By Warren - November 10 - 8:50 amI picked up my silver beauty while looking for a commute vehicle a few years back. In the market for a Honda Accord, I noticed her on the used car lot and suddenly had a desire to experience a convertible for the first time in my life. Over the ensuing 3 years, Ive had many enjoyable experiences and a few bad ones. Overall, the positives far outweigh the negatives. At 12 years old, she still looks fresh and sharp; especially with the top down. Performance is acceptable. The 3.5 liter V-6 is responsive and the power delivery is smooth and satisfying. The exhaust note is a "love it or hate it" affair for most folks and fortunately for me, I have no issues with how the Z sounds. Sure its sort of droney an does not sound like a V-8. But in reality, its not supposed to sound like a Mustang and thank God it does not sound like a modified Civic. I drive 27 miles one way to work and I was slightly disappointed that 23 MPG is the best I can achieve. Around town, Ill get 18-19 MPG which is marginal. That said, I did not buy the Z for fuel economy and its not a huge issue for me. I do find it odd that my 2015 Ram 1500 with a 5.7 V8 will actually knock down better highway mileage than the Z - but I guess thats the beauty of an 8-speed transmission. At 64", the interior is somewhat cramped - but I tend to prefer smaller vehicles - so its not a problem for me. Just by looking at the car, its obvious its not going to be as roomy as a Honda Accord. The way I view it, if i wanted a roomier interior, I wouldnt have purchased the Z. The trunk is practically useless but the interior does offer several cubbies; some of which require seat manipulation to access. During my three years of ownership, Ive had a few minor and one major issue. The drivers side door would not latch and required a new mechanism - which ended up being a lot more expensive than I anticipated. The remote fuel filler door actuator stopped working which required replacement. The drivers side power window broke which required replacement. And finally, the transmission needed to be rebuilt at 130,000 miles. Ive had a few annoying minor issues which I have not yet addressed such as the storage compartment on the dash (I do not have navigation) is broken and will not open and the weather stripping on the outside of driver side window is loose. All in all, I expected some minor issues with a 100,000+ vehicle. The transmission issue was expensive but again, not unexpected for a high mileage vehicle. The engine still runs flawlessly and per my mechanic, seems to be in excellent shape. Compared to my 94 Mustang Cobra, the Z is rock-solid with no body roll and precise steering. I rarely push it to the limit, but the handling seems to be very adequate. I have had a few occasions where I lost control of the back end in wet conditions under fairly unremarkable conditions. In other words, I did not feel the loss of control was warranted based on the driving input. Ever since Ive had those "scares" - I tend to pay very close attention in the rain. There are a few days per year when, despite the lack of convenience, poor fuel economy and added weight - owning a convertible is a magical experience. When the weather is perfect and the sun is shining brightly... Its for those type of days that make inconveniences of owning a convertible totally worth it. My Z is a daily-driver and Ill likely replace her next year - but shell remain in my garage as a weekend car. To say that Ive been completely satisfied with my purchase would be an understatement. There are faster, better handling, more modern choices out there - but there is just something special about the Z that make me smile each time I take the wheel.
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Overrated stereo - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By Rollo51 - October 29 - 2:00 amOnce again, a car purchased in spite of Bose sound system. This company has to be the most overrated sound production corporation in the industry. Off to the audio clinic for an upgrade of what should be at least better sounding than my daughters Pontiac Sunbird "Monsoon" system. Rear visibility almost non existant. Other than that it is a joy to drive.
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350z - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By tatum - October 29 - 2:00 amexcellent braking.....excellent handling....engine performance is responsive.....minimal engine noise heard in driver compartment.
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owner - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By scdecoy - October 29 - 2:00 amgreat power and handling. a real hoot to drive. heads turn when driving by. mpg is good unless you like to turn it loose. would advise you to try one.
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goes like hell - 2004 Nissan 350Z
By dr. eyes - September 16 - 2:00 amBacking up is an experience. Goes like hell. Interior has no space. Still goes like hell. Great value for the money.
