The answer was simple: Build a ZX without all of the electronic stuff. And so the limited Shiro Special (shiro is Japanese for white) of early 1988 was Nissan’s single biggest step toward regaining the early car’s performance mojo.
What is a Shiro Z31?
The result was the most fascinating Z31-generation ZX on American shores. The limited Shiro Special (shiro is Japanese for “white”) of early 1988 was the Z31’s single biggest step toward regaining the early car’s performance mojo, embracing the analog for a more pure driving experience.
How much horsepower does a 1988 Nissan 300ZX have?
Power
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Power : | 160 BHP (117.76 KW) @ 5200 RPM |
| Torque : | 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 87 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
What is a Z32?
The Nissan 300ZX is a sports car in the Nissan Z-car family that was produced across two similar but unique generations. Car and Driver placed the Z32 on its Ten Best list for seven consecutive years, each model year of its availability in the United States. Motor Trend awarded it as the 1990 Import Car of the Year.
How fast is a 1988 Nissan 300ZX?
143 mph
It’s a rear-wheel drive front-engined sports coupé with 3 doors & 2+2 seats. With 200 hp, the turbocharged 3 Liter 12v V6 gasoline engine accelerates this 300ZX Turbo to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 143 mph.
What motor is in a 1988 300ZX?
Displacement : 2960 cc | 180.6 cu in. | 3.0 L….Power.
| Turbocharged V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.8:1 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
What is the Shiro Special Edition 300ZX Turbo?
In Janurary of 1988 Nissan Held “A White Sale.” As part of that sales promotion, Nissan issued a special Limited Edition of the 300ZX Turbo – Called the Shiro Special Edition 300ZX Turbo. Refered to as the SS Edition, this car was painted in a special Pearl White paint #234 (Shiro means White in Japanese).
When did the Nissan Shiro Special come out?
In 1988, Nissan launched the turbocharged Shiro Special that was finished in pearl white paint. It was more performance orientated, with stiffer springs and shocks, heavy-duty anti-sway bars, paint matched wheels, Recaro seats, a unique front air dam, white painted door handles and a limited-slip diff.
What kind of shocks does a Nissan Shiro Z31 have?
All turbo models, expect for the Shiro Special, featured 3-way electronically adjustable shocks. Some select Z31s were fitted with a digital gauge cluster that used a special ‘Voice Warning System’ to alert the driver to problems such as open doors or low fuel.
What kind of engine does a Nissan 300ZX have?
Nissan stated that the new V6 engine found in the 300ZX would re-create the spirit of the original Fairlady Z that was so loved. The Japanese company offered a total of five engine options for the Z31: 2.0-litre VG20ET V6 Turbo (200Z, 200ZG, 200ZS) 2.0-litre RB20DET I6 Turbo (200ZR)
