2008 Nissan 350Z Review

The Nissan 350z is a sports car benchmark for being an affordable performance vehicle. The Nissan 350z has a big naturally aspirated engine with over 300 horsepower, a 6-speed manual transmission, and the classy looks to classify it as a proper sports car. Today, we take a look at the 2008 Nissan 350z, the last year of the Nissan 350z, and talk about its features and its performance. Then I take the 350z on a proper road test on the bendy back roads of New Hampshire.
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What’re your thoughts on the Nissan 350z? Would you rather the Mazda Miata or Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky? Or would you spend some bigger bucks and snag a Porsche 911 or Corvette?
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[@sinongol7116]

its 2019 and people still reviewing the 350z , im impressed. #proudownerhere

[@DriveHub]

When something is that good, it’s timeless!

[@mikeadriano4391]

legends live forever mate :)

[@taylon5200]

I'm so glad, I'm finally getting one next month 🤘

[@Frxsty]

​@@taylon5200 how is it man

[@redline350zHR]

@@Frxsty just found an 08 with 40k miles minnnnntt

[@yuhyuh9920]

Who’s here after getting a 350z

[@Friedsalad]

Getting ready to pick one up do you like yours?

[@XD-gw6eo]

Me😭🥺💓

[@Possa_est]

Ye boyyyyy! Just recently got mine

[@tobymartin5488]

Me

[@C0brettii]

I just bought mine ☺️

[@StaminaYT]

You made a 350z fan out of me, great job!!

[@DriveHub]

Thanks man! 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@josearteaga9667]

I'm subbing just cause of that launch intro

[@desicollector]

This is the best review of a 350Z i have ever seen. Excellent car and review

[@leightonjohnie3133]

That exhaust 🤑

[@garrettclassics4135]

Very cool. Nice car. I like the way you worked that Corvette in there. Use clips from our videos any time.

[@SomeRandomGuy-ch8ly]

I was smiling the entire video. I love the 350z and i don't even own one yet everytime i see one i just have a big fat grin on my face

[@newtontryer8359]

Excellent review of 350z! One of the best sport cars ever! I own '05 and it drives very well and it is really fast. It is a well designed and amazing car!

[@sebastiantoplician1093]

Watched this review just before buying mine this past summer. Had to rewatch the video after owning it. I purchased an 07 MT roadster with only 60k miles I'm in love with it! Picked up some Enkeis this summer and just need some good tires come spring. The car came with a Magnaflow exhaust too. I drive it with the top down all the time and it's such a blast, I take it for groceries, errands and just as much as possible. Taught my wife how to drive it and she loves it too. Even my dog joins me for rides!

[@kaksidaksi3455]

Great video keep up with your quality content.👊

[@shovonb.]

Very well done review! Great job!

[@lightninglashx9332]

great review mate very well done enjoyable to watch

[@douglashall2030]

Great review!! thanks

[@roberthaws8355]

The vq35de and vq35hr will live on forever with that beautiful trumpet noise I love my 06 g35 coupe

[@crzzymnn911]

Good god this car sounds great. I would really like to own one of these.

[@Abhiroxx]

I have the same configuration :D '08 Enthusiast trim, Invidia N1 exhaust. Have had her for over four years now as a daily driver. She handled Michigan winters and now is comfortable in California. You're on point with how this puts a smile across your face every single time you look at her, or indeed drive one. Close to 90k miles on mine, and more to go!

[@fatyoshi5422]

nice I think this will be my first car now that I have the legal age and im really pleased with the great review

[@NZcarBlog]

The viscous lsd seems really work. Those donuts were the only bad thing in the video. Great video and editing. Keep it up!

[@43v3rsd9]

Dream car going in the airforce this year and will make enough to sell my truck and afford one of these in 2 years :)

[@ecast1500]

Nice review, I have two 2005 Nissan 350 Zs. Both have the VQ35DE engine. I am actually glad about that. I do not have oil burning issues like the more powerful engines that came in later 350 Zs. I have plenty of speed and on public highways I can keep up with anyone. Sure on a closed track I would not have a chance. The best part of the 2005 model year was the very low technology. All of the fancy stuff that you can find in sports cars are great but really unnecessary. I just take my Zs out for a cruise and feel great doing it. I am writing this at the beginning of 2021 spring season and I have seen 350 and 370 Zs well under 15K. If you want a great low cost sports car buy one. Plus, if you are not mechanically skilled it does not cost that much for maintenance and repairs.

[@patrickbateman5577]

are u dumb? the hr didn’t have oil burning, it was the rev up 2005 that did. The 2005 sucks ass, go beyond 6500rpm a few times and bye bye water pump

[@310chris18]

This car saved my life i got into a bad accident and i was surprised how much saftey was in this car i literally had air bags wraping around me all i had was some bumps and bruises and a little neck wiplash and lower back pain but it could have been worse going at 70mph on the freeway when someone hit me from the side and i literally went 360 and crashed into other cars.

[@tylerbrennen7997]

Great job, hoss

[@DriveHub]

Thanks my dude! 😁

[@downunderdog]

these will be appreciated as time goes on and im sure will be a desired classic in 10 years, much like say the supra is today

[@ThiefBTW]

Bryce Czirr not really, same as the new edge mustang, they have cheap interior but people still love them

[@magic2103]

Thank you !! I’m a huge Z fan .. Proud owner of an 87 Turbo !! 👍 Next Z is a 350 ... 👍

[@ericsosa11]

I own a 08 350z hr, same color and gotta say this is the best review I've seen of this car.

[@strongman3484]

Have u had any problems with it ?

[@ericsosa11]

@@strongman3484 nope no problems. Just regular maintenance. It has high mile (almost 170k) and i havent had any issues

[@landon5104]

@@ericsosa11 does it have traction control?

[@SCUMMY4205]

The 350z honestly has such good reliability considering other cars in its class. I've never heard of anyone having a major issue with the 350z. And I mean come on, that body is just nice to look at, even stock.

[@rarecandy3445]

@@SCUMMY4205 i bought mine 3rd owner and besides some minor maintenence, everything has been solid for me. ive put on about 3k miles since i bought it and the engine is still solid. no leaks. needs cosmetic work but it still takes me across my state comfortably.

[@tenlan6312]

I'm seriously considering buying this car. I drive trucks all the time and they are very uncomfortable. This car looks like a lot of fun and very comfortable.

[@IndiC00per]

I have the exact spec but its a 207 links and sounds the same. I was fortunate to find it 2 1/2 years ago with 7000 verifiable miles, it currently has just over 25,000 and has the muffler delete sounds like the car in this video. Its a sold car and a great value very engaging and from back in the days when you had no electronics to make the car feel dated. Its a keeper.

[@OscarGarcia-fi9mh]

I love my 350Z such a great car and not that expensive

[@folgamiguel91]

ima have to disagree on the automatic comment😂 I drove manual for 13 years and picked up one of these 08s in automatic. Its so amazing. I think i just finally got tired of the constant shifting and the automatic is so responsive. After driving stick for so long i show off my auto z to everyone lol

[@allnfun6315]

It appears more autos than manuals are in better condition. Tempting me to buy an auto and do a manual swap when I get more $.

[@murry001]

Agreed, the auto is awesome :)

[@allnfun6315]

@@murry001 Good to hear these types of comments. Hopefully I can pick up a clean example soon!

[@jacquesc3166]

Same here. 5AT is a tank, and rev-matches on downshifts. Tune the TCM with Uprev, remove 0-60 WOT limitation and you're off to the races. Using 2-3-4th in the 5AT during canyon drives IS pretty fun, don't let anyone tell you different. My old manual car was a 2000 Maxima SE (3.0 VQ).

[@andrerousseau5730]

Hi, would like to know this about your HR auto: what is the red line limit on the tachometer? Thanks.

[@ls1power00me6]

When I was shopping I was looking at the 350, c6 vetts and BMW 650. I'm glad I chose the c6 even tho I really enjoy the 350 and BMW.

[@itchyonion3559]

C6 the best track car among the 3 for the track. but 350z is much cheaper and cheaper to main

[@renownedfear187]

wow a 350 with a mint center console & handles! ...btw using matte black 3m wrap matches the oem look 99%

[@williamadamsbjj]

cleanest 08 ever

[@Xonatron]

Still a gorgeous car. (From a 2006 owner!)

[@SavageSmithy]

Picked up a 2007 HR a few days ago and all I can tell you is I'm in love with it, my wallet on the other hand has some mixed feelings about the fuel consumption and tax bracket

[@Charles-jo8ub]

I use 93 octane it burns cleaner if your using 87 going to burn faster tuned for 93 octane i had bmw 325 i it burns the same ss that car i see no difference and i dont floor it all the time and get some lucas fuel cleaner

[@That_Guy_Izzy]

🔥🔥🔥

[@DriveHub]

Thanks brotha! Let’s get this NE car scene! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽💥💥💥

[@hogskins3043]

Great video, bro. I love the sound of the exhaust and I love that color. I either want a 2007 or 2008 350z in silver or the metallic like yours. You look to be a tall man. How tall are you because I am 6'1" 250 lbs. and wondered how comfy these cars are for folks 6' and over.

[@alandejesus649]

That launch tho

[@imperfectpearl3273]

Own a 03 g35 coupe . I am going to be selling it soon to get a 350z!!

[@mgabrysSF]

Your music mix is a tad high and is overpowering your commentary. Not sure it's required - or at least - turn it down. Love everything else which is why I'm nitpicking.

[@DriveHub]

Always appreciate feedback! Thank you very much for watching!

[@gwoodman87]

Hey where in NH is that tunnel? Looks like a cool spot

[@Serpent947]

I’m a high schooler and I think this may be the first car I’ll buy

[@Boosted_aj]

If you don’t live in a area that gets bad winters I say get it. Otherwise look into something with at least AWD or FWD. your preference. Your first and only car if your gonna build it somewhat needs to be useable all year around.

[@damitriusaguilar2683]

Would you pick the Z or your C5 to daily? Torn between both😩

[@noahhuraan5353]

Tempted to get one of these, absolutely sick of my versa.

[@Norsityy]

Super hard choice either going for a 2008 all blacked out very nice and has 130k miles for $7,500or a 2006 all blacked out with a gt wing and 93k miles for $7,000I ’ve heard 2006 have oil consumption issues so I’m leaning towards the 2008

[@georgebender7519]

I’m jealous of the prices you’re finding these at? I write this January 2023 in Florida and the prices aren’t that low. Where do you find the cars with the price you’re mentioning?

[@TheSuperduperzach]

I want nothing more than a 350Z and I've got my eye on one but finding a decent one and a manual nowadays is basically impossible at least in Texas

[@rarecandy3445]

there is one for sale in austin tx. about 10k. 6 speed, 50k miles. i think its GOL auto group but idk how you feel about dealerships. i browse them regularly.

[@jetcox6760]

i got mine from Autopark Dallas and the had quite a few 350s all in really good shape and the even transported it to me (Just from Dallas to Lubbock but still)

[@armandoalvarez1863]

Great video, I just bought one a week ago, anymods besides the exhaust you recomend?

[@redline350zHR]

Intakes

[@renownedfear187]

"no mistaking the 350z" actually i have to disagree. i get "is that a porsche" all the time. haha. it does look porsche ish

[@kriswilliam9629]

Is an 07 67k mileswith coil overs and exhaust worth 10k car is clean as fuxk.. Going to look at it tomorrow

[@richardbutton1179]

Best thing about this car is it hasnt changed over the years and you can claim its a 15 or a 17 when its an 08 and allot of people wont know. And you can get them fairly cheap

[@brandonsever2576]

I know this is an old comment, but I just want to clarify for anybody trying to learn about these cars. This car (350z) is completely different than the 370z which was produced from '09-'20. This car absolutely HAS changed over the years, considering they've had 3 different engines and two different chassis

[@nicsmjs7170]

The best sport car of all times I need to buy one but I'm broke

[@myrnu3721]

Just 3 more years

[@Cgxtv]

i still want one so bad idc

[@miguelcastillo2319]

What’s your thoughts on bmw?

[@ricardomaldini6508]

Is this car stock? What mods has it had?

[@MyNameIsLucid]

there was a 2009 350z, just wasnt available in the base trim

[@ODST172]

Lucid only as a convertible

[@EugVR6]

We got the HR into 2009

[@TherealGM4NN]

What model is this one

[@clout39]

Hey guys! I’m 14 and I’ve always been into import cars (JDM) and European cars. I was thinking of getting this as my first car and build it so I can drift/race on track but still have some highway pulls and just have fun on the way to and from school. I was thinking a 2jz swap with coil overs and wider front and rear tires. Please, if you have any advice reply

[@Lemon.666]

I would recommend learning how to drive on a less powerful platform first before buying a 300 hp car. Also get a job first, a 350 in good condition can cost $15000+, an engine swap would be way too expensive. Stop dreaming and get down to earth lol.

[@josepolanco4245]

This is a nice ass first car but like I’d recommend like giving yourself some time to getting used to your car first that 2jz swap is going to be a shit ton and you don’t gotta have the fastest car out there like just get something you can modify but like I thought I had a shit Ton of money then I realized just one bumper cost like 6K like nah fuck that lol I can only imagine how much that 2jz is but go for it if you want just know it ain’t how you start but how you finish your first car ain’t gonna be the best one just try to make the ones after that better 👍

[@ktcyvis]

Jose Polanco which bumper are you referring too? I have never see. A 6k bumper on the market yet

[@solayao385]

I guess for a 350z and a track car, 2jz would be a bit of an overkill. You wont enjoy it on the track in highway and drifting yes but remember you're still a beginner my best advice is if you want an all arounder 350z that you can track, drift and drag the car and engine is good itself with a bit of weight reduction, fixing/replacing things by yourself, and a bit of tuning, this thing is a hell lotta fun. Well that's just my opinion. Im more of a track guy so that's it. Aaaaand if start going at the track, never ever underestimate anyone's car especially the 5th and 6th generation civics they're hella fast at the corners haha. Goodluck bruh, i hope you understand what I mean and I hope you get the right car for the right purpose🙂

[@emanuelluiz3743]

How much this car in 2021?

[@c0dyharris]

What’s a good price on these? Thinking about buying it as a first car, I have $5,000 saved up so far

[@ktcyvis]

Cody Harris average is 9k-11k but of course it can go lower if u keep searching around

[@adriangoesvroom]

Is anyone else going the exclaim that he thinks the tail lights are to pay homage to a Mazda?

[@RAlNYDAYS]

They did make a 2009 350z but only in the roadster (convertible) unfortunately.

[@certainpointofview3860]

Yep I have that one, it’s ok but I wish it was hard too and Manuel, still very fun to drive tho

[@DaytonaBlueHr]

I might pick one up a 2007 350z hr enthusiast with 75,000 miles and with a new clutch and timing cover. He is asking for $13,800 for it tho, might offer somewhere between $11-12k

[@jeremiahloya5491]

Ha, I can see by the pfp, you got it? How much you get it for?

[@DaytonaBlueHr]

@@jeremiahloya5491 haha yeah i bought it for 12k tho owner didnt want to go any lower 😂

[@jeremiahloya5491]

@@DaytonaBlueHr congrats bro!! Can't wait to get mine in a couple years.

[@gtlegacy8]

Its shame that 350z has an open diff if it does not have traction control.

[@addz17]

My UK model has a limited slip, Brembo calipers, heated/electric seats amongst other things. I don't think the poverty spec version was actually sold over here.

[@mr3xklusiv]

Is it just me or does it look like this car has 5th gen camaro wheels

[@timothyjamieson4689]

Actually it's not the last year of Z. I have an 09 Z convertible

[@TJISBOSSATANYCOD]

Would you recommend buying this car as my first Nissan?

[@TJISBOSSATANYCOD]

I’ve previously owned a 2014 Mini Cooper S

[@junktoyota]

1:17 what kinda shifting is this 😂

[@fmar.8311]

That was sad shifting. LMAO.

[@odszza]

Poor clutch😭

[@turbochargedat]

What ever happened to the Jeep Wrangler yj

[@seymorebutts2478]

2008 was best iteration of the 350z. Subtle styling tweaks, uprated engine and gearbox made all us 2006 owners gutted we didn’t spend that extra few g’s.

[@mugitani]

３５０Ｚいい車ですよ👍 俺も9月にオーナーに成りました。

[@edwinarias11]

How tall are you?

[@DriveHub]

6 foot 5 Inches!

[@TopSecretVid]

Not sure why Im watching this ...I have an 08 Nismo 🤙🤙🤙

[@TopSecretVid]

good video but the food comment was quite dumb..and your does your focal length change while you are standing chatting about the car..annoying. Too bad that Z is a base model

[@lildabooo8670]

Soon😭

[@iko317]

How much gas it spends

[@notrenevazquez]

Iko mine is around $47 for a full tank

[@carloslaend1635]

@@notrenevazquez pretty sure he means mpg, not capacity

[@muddyrelic3009]

02-06 De Z < Hr Z 07-08

[@DriveHub]

Agreed!

[@pinchevictor6945]

I thought 06 were rev up

[@muddyrelic3009]

ChildSupport 911 still has a de motor.

[@itchyonion3559]

Vhr > hr

[@GHShadowWell]

Lol drive hub

[@choops2373]

Drive hub lol

[@texx712]

FUNNY GUY!

[@JBB_123]

Great looking car, but for me the exhaust tips are terrible. 🤮

[@Duohzy]

z

[@jiwik731]

It is nice looking car with really ugly interior, no space in trunk, dull hadling, questionable quallity of manufacturing, full of cheap materials and with French engine from family MPV Renault in first gen. :D But still best looking car designed in California. But still... If you love some fun of driving - get Miata.

[@ricardomaldini6508]

You are wrong about French engine. It's from Japan and the French used it. Get your facts right mate.

[@hogskins3043]

​@@ricardomaldini6508Yeah, I thought it was Japanese. I've never ever heard anything about the car having a French engine.