650WHP Nissan 300ZX Is The Ultimate Street Car!!! (POV DRIVE + SOUNDS)

[@rudimerm7686]

*Not a cheap mans Ferrari by far.* I witnessed the release of this car in 1990 and there was nothing like it. This is the car that had Porsche and Ferrari shaking in their boots. It also caused the rest of the Japanese manufacturers to up their game. I owned a black twin turbo automatic in 2000; it was a blast to drive. The car's quality is far above the Ferrari's of its time and is far reliable than the Ferraris of today. Compare a Testarossa/512TR's interior to the 300zx's and you'll see how far ahead the 300zx was.

[@MaxHPower]

Great comment! So it IS a cheap man’s Ferrari, I meant cheap as in price lol! $30k instead of $300k! Thanks a ton for watching!!!😁🔥

[@KingKhan-ez3gg]

100% agree with you man the Z32 is my fav car of all time

[@kaikenjr]

Factsssss.

[@6ILENT6AMIN6]

@@MaxHPowernot a cheap mans Ferrari. a car connoisseur gift to himself. A challenging and rewarding gift to oneself. With everything you need in a street car. It may be the ultimate street car. It treats you like you treat it. Some might say it embodies the driver.🫵🏾🔥ZNation. Once driven your soul is given.

[@chargercube123]

@@6ILENT6AMIN6dope metaphors!! I like your interpretation on the z32 and the connection to the driver, yessir 1000% agree 👌

[@Brandonr757sGaming]

The Z32 300ZX and 3000GT are, in my opinion, the best-looking and most-underrated japanese sports cars of the 90s and extremely beautiful. Their twin turbo variant engines are quite capable as well, if you find someone dedicated enough.

[@MaxHPower]

Yes! For sure!!

[@KingKhan-ez3gg]

I'd say those 2 jdm cars are actually better than the supra, rx7, gtr

[@luislanda2228]

You mean if you have lots of money

[@Brandonr757sGaming]

@@luislanda2228 Patience and dedication first, money second. You can't buy your way out of the first 2 on these.

[@luislanda2228]

@@Brandonr757sGaming yeaaa! Money first. I to have a twin turbo and believe me lots of money about 30-40k I have way more than that on mine

[@Ozzy19907]

I’ve owned Ferrari’s. I still prefer my 95 300zx twin turbo. Mine has 600HP and drives like a Lexus. And come on, t-tops are nostalgic as hell lol.

[@MaxHPower]

That’s amazing! Crazy to hear that from a Ferrari owner haha!

[@Ozzy19907]

@@MaxHPower if you google Austin’s 300zx you’ll see mine. But that’s a few years old now. I’m finally getting it back after a 2 year full paint and refurb. It’s practically a new car lol.

[@MaxHPower]

Where are you from? It would be awesome to have you featured in a video, in the future!

[@Ozzy19907]

@@MaxHPower I’m in Fort Worth. Wait until you see this car once it’s out of its 2 year paint and full refurb. It’ll definitely be video worthy.

[@jamesl.maldonado7914]

@@Ozzy19907cant wait to see it bud !!

[@AngySumo]

I've been around since Andrew first got this car, and even had the privilege of driving it (many revisions ago). This thing is even more insane than it looks on camera. I'm glad to see it get featured!

[@MaxHPower]

I’m sure its incredible to drive! It was a blast to capture and feature!

[@ChipToofPanda]

Here for the Z32 content 😎 Nice work with featuring Andrew’s Z, it’s too good!

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks!! I appreciate it!

[@vincemc2259]

Glad you featured Andrews car. Nicely built Z. It's very worthy. Enjoyed watching

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@Oak_Rocket]

"Take it out every couple weeks, beat the crap out of it and put it back" This has been my exact process since I TT swapped my NA almost 10 years ago. I love it, and mine only makes 450. Nice Z!

[@MaxHPower]

Haha that’s hilarious! It’s a great method😂

[@upland90254]

Tell me about that -- how much did that end up costing? (TT swap). Serious question. I have an NA...

[@Oak_Rocket]

@@upland90254 All in mine was about $15,000 and that's including all of the bolt ons and labor. I bought a JDM front clip for $2,500 which sounds like a steal now based on the prices I see. The older guy was working in Japan and sent it home for him and his son to swap their NA. When he got home his son wasn't interested because he had a Cobalt SS. Lol. Anyway, I had the swap done by a Z mechanic. I bought bigger turbos, injectors, intercoolers, Selin Dual Intake, Mike Smith manifolds, Z1 downpipes, test pipes, B&B catback, GReddy boost controller, Z1 six puck clutch, Specialty Z lightweight flywheel, Howe radiator, all new hoses, Wiring Specialties harness, etc. So all of that plus the labor was about $15,000 I think. It probably sounds like a lot of unnecessary stuff but depending on the condition of the parts on the engine you get a lot of that should be replaced anyway and the engine is already out. Mine has been running great ever since. I'm sure you'll find people that say they can buy a TT engine and throw it in there for a few thousand dollars but how long until you're fixing issues you could've already dealt with. A big benefit of the swap for me is having the NA rear. That and the six puck can make it annoying to drive in traffic but 99% of my driving time in the Z is open back roads. Bolt ons plus the NA rear means 40 to 140 in a very short amount of time. Lol. Good luck! If you do it, you'll love it.

[@SB-tp3yw]

Glad to finally see some much needed love for the Z32. It wasnt in fast n furisous, or initial D (AFAIK) and seemed to slip by the way side compared to evo, skyline etc etc. I own my 2nd Z32 factory turbo manual, this time around ive saved my beautiful TK3 blue UK model from being broken for parts.. that was 3 years ago. 2 extra kids and 3 years later shes alomst on the roads again. Cant wait for the first drive 😊

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks!! And sounds like a fun car, enjoy it!

[@Neggs2000]

VG is one of the most overlooked engines of all time. Stock internals and he's hammering this thing.

[@MaxHPower]

Definitely!!!

[@kaikenjr]

This is a 300zx. Greatest car ever made!!

[@MaxHPower]

Oh yeah!!!

[@jcb4826]

The Goat! Z32 4life!!!

[@jcb4826]

Beautiful! Z32 4life!!!

[@spyhunter99]

tan interior for the win

[@Crosbie85]

9:43 spinning at 100 is crazy 🤣🤣🫡

[@MaxHPower]

Dude it’s such a crazy car! One heck of an experience to ride in haha!!😂😅

[@Crosbie85]

@@MaxHPower I have a strong feeling that it is super satisfying to shift too lol I would be downshifting everytime I had to slowdown

[@krazyd27]

Those tires don't help much either judging by how much it spins in first and second at an already low boost level

[@madbull2360]

Piece of art

[@MaxHPower]

It really is!

[@Crosbie85]

Mannnnn that makes me wanna buy one

[@mg_streetkandi]

Very nice street car..Good realistic example of what it takes to build a solid street car..👍🏽🏁

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for watching!!

[@8bert9]

I built through Z1 motorsports in 2005 the 500 hp kit. It had an ashespec ecu. I picked the car up and I lived in Augusta GA so I left my corvette parked at Z1 motorsports where I was told to park it and jumped in my upgraded 300 ZX TT and asked if I could come back in about a week to pick up my vette and when I got back Ashe had backed his car into it. He said he would make it right but never did. They did a great upgrade though. I could cruse at 140 at 1/4 throttle. It was a beast for its time.

[@MaxHPower]

Sheesh that’s crazy!! Thanks for the comment!

[@joemama9005]

Loving the tan interior!

[@MaxHPower]

The owner is super proud of the interior, he’ll appreciate your comment!!🙌

[@jz-qy9hb]

Warms my heart see more and more of these being treated right no car drives like these

[@Crosbie85]

8:20 that one fly by sounds so sexy

[@s3trios]

Only Z OG's will know the term "Ashspec - the guy is a POS" - Where's Ash? LOL

[@rustywrench500]

Honestly to compare this masterpiece of art and technology to a Ferrari is pretty demeaning, it's not trying to be a Ferrari lamborghini modeled their Diablo after it and that's saying something. Just leave it alone it's a masterpiece of it's own pedigree.

[@kaikenjr]

Lucky bastard! I am so jealous dude. You are the man. The greatest car of valley time.

[@griffo5]

That car is BDE 🔥

[@MaxHPower]

Haha, thanks for watching!!🔥

[@5.7_Angel]

This thing sounded like a beast I felt it through the phone 😂😂😂🤣

[@MaxHPower]

Dude it was insane😅😂

[@5.7_Angel]

@@MaxHPower I’m excited to see what car you review next😁💯

[@MaxHPower]

I appreciate that!!! That’s what keeps me going!

[@dixinc.5507]

This was and still is my favorite sports car ever made.

[@MaxHPower]

That’s amazing! They truly are amazing!

[@Tyler-m7l2g]

Ive learned so much abt cars because of u

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks man!! Glad to hear it!!🫡

[@sashazxtt]

Would be interesting to know what display system is in that Z. I'm using a RAM mount with a 10" Windows tablet running the Haltech NSP. Don't have it fully mounted yet. Would be good to have a built-in look, but that's only 7" or so and angle is not adjustable. Also, the lower din slot is used for a pioneer headunit with a phone cradle. Which can show the OBD2 data or navigation or music, etc.

[@260k1s]

It's a Kenwood something. Idk the ddx9907 or something like that

[@sashazxtt]

@@260k1s Thanks!

[@260k1s]

Great video a+ to the videographer

[@MaxHPower]

Thank you!!!

[@andykassie3213]

This car is awesome and very rare. The engine can take alot of modifications. Secondly right now in today's era it has alot of resale value because once fixed up they can sell for a high price especially in the Caribbean.

[@MaxHPower]

Yes!! They are underrated, you really don’t hear them talked about a ton in today’s car scene!

[@trishbrad00]

Best Z 32 Ever!!!

[@joshuasutton4043]

Nice ride bro sounds good love my z

[@boeing900]

Wow, that was an awesome video, thank you. Best one I've seen showing what a great car the Z32 is, and what a great engine the VG30DETT is. There's a reason it still holds the World Record at Bonneville for Blown Gas Modified Sports (/BGMS), August 1991, JUN Auto, 260.809 mph. As for his car. Was he estimating it at 650 rwhp, or was that on a Dyno? By watching it's acceleration on the speedometer, it looks a lot like mine, a 95 TT. And on a hub Dyno, mine made 760hp/731 ft.lbs.(you can check it out below if you'd like.)However, my engine is full built. But whatever his numbers are, it's amazing, almost unbelievable, that that, is a used, 30 year old, factory stock long block performing like that. But I know these are great engines. Do you happen to know if he's still running side feed injectors? It sure looks like he is. Thanks again, great video. Oh, and I LOVED your reactions. I see the same ones. 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJiXk5tsrN6Mipo

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for taking the time to comment!! I believe he estimated his power, but I could be wrong! And I’m not sure about the injectors! I’ll checkout your car! Thanks again for watching!🙌🙌🙌

[@sashazxtt]

On a full stock motor it makes 614 rwhp at 18 psi for me on e85

[@260k1s]

Full stock motor, I'd 1700cc top feeds and E85. Gtx2867r gen 2 turbos 30psi made 653whp and 520tq on very conservative timing as to preserve this old tired engine 😂😂

[@charlesegan-wc8ug]

Bro this is amazing I'm speachless

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks a lot for watching!!🔥

[@jared8324]

Is it just me or is the stock vg motors are holding a hell of a lot more whp than vq,vr,heck even on par with the b58 2jz stock power on bone stock internals. I saw another bone stock vg30 holding like 800 hp on KZbin

[@MaxHPower]

Yeah it’s pretty wild!! Insane platforms!

[@larrylaverne9547]

Ha, ha, the stock fuel pump is what some of us Mustang owners upgrade to. I have a 1993 Cobra and a 1991 300ZX TT. They are totally different cars to drive, both tons of fun!

[@FK-wp3ig]

What a beast!

[@MaxHPower]

It was a crazy experience to get a ride in this thing! Thanks for watching!🙌

[@lukemiller1385]

But what size wheels and tires? The rear tires have got to be huge to keep that Z stuck to the ground.

[@gian19791]

Interesting facts the Lamborghini Diablo used the headlights from this Nissan 300ZX

[@MaxHPower]

That’s crazy! I didn’t know😯

[@kmatax9237]

Peter North aproved

[@MaxHPower]

🙌🙌

[@Zi.Zenior]

Did I miss what clutch he’s running? My build will have about the same power and I need a clutch

[@jonathanramoslexusmaster298]

Where are you located. I’d let you review my sc300 2jzgte vvti tripod r154 ecumaster blk pulsar dbb s372r turbo 22-25 psi on pump gas prob good for 650 I feel like my mph go by faster then his does. Be a good matchup against mine. Especially leaving with launch control

[@MaxHPower]

Michigan! If you’re nearby, message me on Instagram! My Instagram is linked in description! (Or just search MaxHP)

[@looneyyang1326]

@@MaxHPowerI'm from lansing. Let's go Michigan!!!!!!

[@kennychau314]

What brake adapter is that for the rear.

[@260k1s]

I believe the brand was ECP

[@boeing900]

That's a great Z32 you have there. And given yours and mine are similarly setup, I hope you don't mind a few questions. That said, my long block is fully built, including the heads. They have been honed, have oversized valves, JWT 500 cams and converted to solid lifters. My turbos are GT 2863's, a little smaller than your 2867's. I also have top feed injectors. It looks like you're still using side feeds? Other then these differences, from what I could tell, everything else seems the same. Is your figure of 650 wheel your estimate or was that on a Dyno? I ask because the way your Z accelerates, based on the how fast your speedometer climbs, it looks very similar to mine, and mine did 760/731 on a hub Dyno. I'm thinking yours is doing more than 650. Are you running a Haltech 2500? Given we have smaller rod journals then more modern engines, higher oil pressure is key in high powered VGs. Im guessing you also shimmed the oil tree to achieve that? Sorry for all the questions, but there aren't many Z's out there like ours. Here's my Dyno run if you're interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJiXk5tsrN6Mipo @@260k1s

[@davidjackson3221]

Those glasses took a beating 🏁🏁🏁🤣🎬👍

[@MaxHPower]

Hahaha yes they did😂😂

[@davidjackson3221]

@MaxHPower I had a 1990 Twin Turbo Z (5-speed) I regret selling it 🏁🏁🏁👍

[@CARSPLUSDRIP]

Exactly what I'm trying to do 🔥

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for taking the time to watch!!🔥

[@nomienoman9232]

way to represent...you are renletless with that motor! lol

[@MaxHPower]

Haha, he has fun with it!!

[@260k1s]

I just can't afford to replace it 🥲🥲🥲

[@4800BMO]

Nice!

[@Bawla187]

I luv this car. Always have🔥🔥🔥 would a gtr engine fit?

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for watching!!! And hmm I’m not sure on that!

[@Wasted1249]

“It’s making a little bit of power” 650 🫠🫠

[@MaxHPower]

Hahaha right😂🔥

[@rickqueen65]

Beautiful car... get rid of that fure box though. Haltech has something for that champ.

[@260k1s]

Oem+ I don't wanna take too much away from where it once was. Everything still works so why fix what's not broken

[@pg_300z32]

Z lyfe

[@JLREQ195]

Beautiful car..

[@MaxHPower]

I agree haha!!! The owner would appreciate your comment, I’m sure he’ll see🙌

[@johnnygoesfast9397]

300zx, Supra, Skyline, MR2 Gts, NSX

[@MaxHPower]

Yes!!!🙌

[@Z32matt]

I have a Z32 TT I’m like 30k into it already lol

[@glennpotter8983]

I just bought a 1992 300zx hard top with no engine in it, gonna put an RB25det in it.

[@MaxHPower]

That’s awesome!! Have fun with it!!

[@Nolepower]

That sucka is breathing pretty damn good... I can literally hear it.

[@MaxHPower]

Haha right! 😂🙌

[@carlosflores7192]

What shift knob is that?

[@MaxHPower]

I’m not sure what he had on there! I’m sorry!

[@JamieGuzmam]

What fuel?

[@MaxHPower]

He’s running E85!

[@CodyWhitten-ls5vn]

Also what exhaust?

[@MaxHPower]

Hmm sorry I don’t know! But I tagged the owner’s Instagram in the description, he will know of course! Thanks a lot for watching!🤘

[@260k1s]

It's all 3". Specialtyz downpipes, test pipes, resonated x pipe, to z1 pg axleback

[@CodyWhitten-ls5vn]

What front bumper is that?

[@260k1s]

Oem!

[@shinescythe]

Japanese OEM facelift (98-00 model years)

[@jdmjunk]

What cluch is he running?

[@MaxHPower]

Hmm I can’t recall! Feel free to message him on Instagram, I linked his in the description!👌😁

[@Vgk36]

Imagine spending 50k and no ac. I would have skipped the stereo ac makes it a real car. IMHO 6:07

[@MaxHPower]

To each their own! I know the owner put a lot into his stereo, he loves music!

[@260k1s]

Purposely got rid of it as it's pointless having it when I've got t-tops but thanks for your opinion 😊

[@johnmcgerty9320]

Had my forged 93 TT LWB 11yrs , prefer to my mk4 supra

[@MaxHPower]

That’s sweet!!

[@DOHC2L]

Fully built. Doesn't have hydrolic hood struts?

[@MaxHPower]

Hydronic good struts don’t add horsepower🤷🏼‍♂️😂

[@looneyyang1326]

I'm expecting you think it should also have a big fat wing cause it's fully built? Lol get outta here!

[@alexsterling2978]

Somebody get this man an R34 gtr

[@MaxHPower]

Haha that would be a sweet garage full!!

[@darrencooper7282]

Cheap? Lol no not anymore. I got one my 1st 96 tt, it was amazing 8000 dollars. In 2009 Just got a new one that's been heavily modified and your going to spend about 60-80k for a 600-700hp z. And that's if your lucky. You can maybe find a 100,000 or less z32 TT stock in clean condition for about 30-40k. Idk what happened but you can't even get a z31 t for under 5k now. The fuck happend. You would think fast and the furious made a movie with z32 with how the prices went up so crazy.( like the gtr34, rx7tt and supra, and civic)

[@GG-cn6es]

That engine sounds SO good built. Like it can finally breathe and stretch its legs.

[@MaxHPower]

It really does! And it’s crazy how much it can take, it’s stock internals!

[@Adam-ub9nu]

It's not the fastest thing in the world... It's 650 rear wheel horsepower, it's pretty damned quick!

[@MaxHPower]

Haha you’re not wrong, it’s quick!

[@projectdohctur8798]

I wish people would let the car idle for a bit before revving it non stop.

[@MaxHPower]

It was nice and warm! I cut quite a bit out during editing! :)

[@260k1s]

Me too that's why it was already warmed up

[@davidjackson3221]

🏁🏁🏁🎬👍

[@kfneely1]

title should say Japanese ferarri! Cheap my ass! lol!

[@MaxHPower]

Hahaha yeah still not very cheap😂

[@cesarsoto5735]

I didn't understand a word he said but I agree it's a bitchn car 😊

[@MaxHPower]

Hahaha fair enough! Thanks for watching!

[@jeririch1143]

❤

[@MaxHPower]

Thanks for watching!!🫡

[@luislanda2228]

At 650whp 60-130mph should be around 6.5 secs

[@MaxHPower]

Sounds about right!

[@krazyd27]

What about a 4.6?

[@luislanda2228]

@@krazyd27 impossible

[@krazyd27]

@@luislanda2228 I meant how much power does it take to run a 4.6

[@luislanda2228]

@@krazyd27 well is not necessary about power either is about aerodynamics too for example the McLaren 765lt does it in 4.6 60-130 but this car puts down close to 800whp depending on the Dyno and condition and weight of the car.

[@criticaluplink]

Should have just buy a f430

[@MaxHPower]

Hmm, Aren’t those like $130k?

[@criticaluplink]

@@MaxHPower yes about, but he sunk $60k into a 300zx, not to mention all the time he put into it, in the end, it’s just a 300zx which he never recovered the investment, the f430 is a bit more, but your money is “park” in it

[@enesfazlic6017]

Yeah but its not 🤷‍♂️

[@5cylinder91]

650 isnt a little bit of power haha. and that reputation of "poor mans ferrari" was never a thing here in england. that reputation was left to the car that was the closest in terms of looks to ferrari as can be without being called ferrari that with the right exhaust setup sounded like v10s.

[@MaxHPower]

Haha yeah he was definitely being humble!

[@5cylinder91]

yup, beauty of a z for sure. but as someone said earlier, the interior isnt the prettiest - which i think is mostly due to the side button panels on the side the tachometer being so big and chunky tbh, nissan should of come up with something more elegant and not slapped it together like a last minute/afterthought.

[@MrStrictlyHonest]

Please loose the ghetto stickers on the side window!!!!!!

[@BMPiercing]

Sexy Car!

[@Leonjohansen381]

Cheap mans supra*

[@HighhScore]

The MR2 is the poor man’s Ferrari. 300zx has its heart in the wrong place. More like poor man’s Aston Martin, or poor man’s jaguar

[@MaxHPower]

Haha it’s funny you say that! I made a MR2 video, and I couldn’t help myself but make the thumbnail say “poor man’s Ferrari” as well😂

[@denisalic2262]

Jaguar ? . Wtf are you talking about ?. Someone please take this buffoons phone away

[@NickMartinez-l9t]

Far from cheap lol

[@northwestmountainbikeaddic6874]

Sweet car but that interior is hideous

[@260k1s]

Thanks for your valuable opinion I'll make sure to change everything to please you😊

[@MarkWNelson]

how THE FUCK is that a "cheap man's ferrari" when you factor the N/A to TT conversion, upgrading all the parts, replacing worn parts and tuning it to 650WHP? for the money he spent on everything, he could've bought a brand new ferrari!

[@MaxHPower]

It talks about money spent, and whole build cost in the video! Far from a Ferrari:)! Quite the bang for your buck!

[@260k1s]

Built>bought

[@ls6097]

All that gay popping and banging and flames is the engine not-so-slowly destroying itself. Within 1 year of driving it like that it will be down at least 30% output.

[@260k1s]

5 years later. Invalid comment 🤡

[@jamesl.maldonado7914]

This Z looks amazing, cant wait to have mine all restored 🥹 so far I’ve only done the entire cooling system and now i can drive it anywhere. Still figuring out what i wanna do next

[@MaxHPower]

Have fun with it!! And thanks for watching!

[@Butterkn1ves]

What roof spoiler is that?

[@MaxHPower]

I’m not sure what he had! Feel free to message him on Instagram!

[@260k1s]

It's a TwinZ