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500rwhp Nissan 350z Greddy Twin Turbo Fire Breathing 4th Gear Scratching Rocket on 2040-cars

Year:2007 Mileage:16861 Color: White /
 Gray
Location:

Boulder City, Nevada, United States

Boulder City, Nevada, United States
Transmission:Manual 6SPD
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.5 Liter DOHC Twin Turbo V6
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: JN1BZ34D07M505085
Year: 2007
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Nissan
Model: 350Z
Trim: GREDDY TWIN TURBO 500RWHP ROCKET ENTHUSIAST
Options: CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 16,861
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Sub Model: GREDDY TWIN TURBO 500RWHP ROCKET ENTHUSIAST
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Gray
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

     

2007 NISSAN 350Z ENTHUSIAST Twin Turbo

2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast

 

GReddy Twin Turbo • 500+ Rear Wheel Horsepower

 

Motordyne Polished Stainless Steel Exhaust • Jim Wolf Tech Clutch/Flywheel

HKS Turbo Timer • HKS Camp2 System

 

 

Pioneer AVIC 7-Inch LCD/Navigation • JL Audio 1,000 Watt Amp

2 x JL Audio 10-Inch Subs/Stealth Box

 

Volk Racing 19-Inch Forged Aluminum Wheels

 

Ultra Low 16,818 Miles • $20,000 Parts/Labor • Functionally Perfect • Near Flawless Condition, Inside and Out

Possibly the best 2007 350Z available anywhere at any price.

Smart buyers watch the video and read the ad . . .

Performance Test Drive & Walk Around

Hear it, See it Operational

 

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2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast

VIN: JN1BZ34D07M505085

Odometer: 16,861

Engine: 3.5 Liter DOHC Twin Turbo V6

Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Exterior: Glacier Pearl Tri-Coat  (QX1)

Interior: Carbon cloth  (G)

Built: March, 2007 - Tochigi, Japan

 

Over 145 high resolution pictures below.

Standard Equipment

3.5 Liter DOHC V6 Engine

306 horsepower @ 6,800/268 ft-lbs torque @ 4,800 RPM  *

Variable Valve Timing

Close Ratio 6-Speed Manual Transmission

Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive

Engine Speed Sensitive Power Rack and Pinion Steering

4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS and Brake Force Distribution

4-Wheel Independent Suspension with Rear Shock Tower Brace

Carbon Fiber Composite Driveshaft

Power Windows

Power Heated Outside Mirrors

Power Locks

Remote Keyless Entry

Bi-Xenon HID Head Lights

LED Park and Tail Lights

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Air Conditioning with Automatic Climate Control

Fuel, Temperature, 9,000 RPM Tachometer and 160 MPH Speedometer

3-Bay Gauge Cluster: Trip Computer, Oil Pressure and Volt Gauges

Multi-Function Trip Computer

Overhead Console with Mao Lights and Glasses Storage

Tilt Steering Column with Integrated Gauges

Shift-Up Indicator

Center Floor Console with Storage and Locking Rear Box

Dual Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors with Visor Extenders

AM/FM/CD Audio with 6-Speakers  *

8-Way Manual Driver's Seat

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrapped Shift Knob and Emergency Brake Handle

Brushed Aluminum Interior Trim

Dual Stage Driver and Passenger Airbags with Seatbelt/Occupant Classification Sensors

Seatbelt Pretensioners and Load Limiters

Driver and Passenger Side Knee Support

Vehicle Security System with Immobilizer

Front and Rear Power Outlets

5-Cup Holders

Passenger Side Storage Net

Intermittent Wipers

Rear Wiper

Rear Defrost

Tinted Glass

Carpeted Floor Mats

Rear Cargo Mat

20-Gallon Fuel Tank

 

* These items upgraded and/or replaced.

 

Optional Equipment

Enthusiast:

Traction Control

Limited Slip Differential

Drilled Aluminum Pedals and Dead Pedal

Illuminated Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror

 

Additional Items

GReddy 20g Twin Turbo Kit with Two (2) TD06 SH-20G Turbochargers, Intake Piping/Filters and Type 20 Intercooler

Heat Wrapping (all turbo and exhaust parts down to cats)

HKS EVC 6 Boost Controller

HKS Turbo-Timer

Walbro 255LPH Fuel Pump

Deatsch Werks 600cc Injectors

Motordyne TDX High Polished Stainless Steel Exhaust System

Ti Blu Titanium Exhaust Tips

Jim Wolf Tech Heavy Duty Clutch

Jim Wolf Tech Flywheel

Pioneer AVIC Z120BT Head Unit with 7-Inch LCD Screen, DVD/Bluetooth/iPod Connection

Two (2) JL Audio 10-Inch W3 Subwoofers in JL Audio Stealth Box

JL Audio 1,000 Watt V2 Amplifier

HKS Comp2 System (view gauges/systems on stereo LCD screen)

Black Chrome X Logo Trunk Badge

Volk Racing RE30 19 x 10 (front) and 19 x 11 (rear) Forged Aluminum Wheels

Volk Center Caps and Valve Caps

Bridgestone Potenza RE-11 Steel Belted Radials 265/35R19 (front) 285/35R19 (rear)

 

Functionally perfect.  Near flawless condition.  500 rear wheel horsepower, twin turbo, 2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast with just 16,818 documented miles.  How many sellers have the confidence (and the stones) to describe their car using these terms?  How many 350Zs actually have the quality condition to back up such claims?  We are that seller.  This Nissan is that car.  Forged Performance installed the GReddy 20G twin turbo kit, intercooler, Walbro fuel pump, Deatsch Werks injectors and spectacular looking aluminum intake piping and filters.  Expensive and shiny bright Motordyne TDX exhaust is high polished stainless steel, from the turbos all the way back to the Ti Blu titanium tips - we promise; you've never seen an undercarriage so pretty. A real work of art.  A Jim Wolf Tech clutch and flywheel upgrade handles the brutal power increase and Potenza ultra high performance rear tires (285/35R19) do their best to maintain traction.  Problem is, no tire in the world can handle power like this.  True story; if you goose this car in 4th gear at just under 4,000 RPM, the rear end will break loose . . .be prepared for excitement.

 

 

GReddy heat exchanger can be seen here through the grille.  This 350Z is the Enthusiast model, which includes traction control, a limited slip differential and drilled aluminum pedals.  Also seen are the HID bi-xenon head lights.  The hood bulge was new for model year 2007; it's there to accommodate the dual intake/twin throttle design on the also new, more powerful (+19 hp over 2006) VQ35HR 3.5 liter DOHC V6 engine.  Of course this car whips up near 500 rear wheel horsepower and I can say quite honestly, the first time you do the full monty in 1st and 2nd gear (if you can avoid hitting the rev limiter, unlike me - Foy) can be a sobering reminder of what 500 horses feels like in a car this small and light.  The experience isn't violent, so much as the pure adrenaline rush of being flattened so firmly against the seat - in every gear . . .

 

 

available dates/mileage/history
3-07 compliance label build date  
4-24-07 NICB - vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer  
6-11-07 Eisenhauer Nissan - Wernersville, Pennsylvania - pre-delivery inspection, emissions test, safety inspection 13 miles
6-12-07 Eisenhauer Nissan - Wernersville, Pennsylvania - new car delivery date 16 miles
6-12-07 Pennsylvania DMV - Denver  
6-15-07 Pennsylvania DMV - Denver  
9-11-07 Pennsylvania DMV - Denver  
8-1-08 Eisenhauer Nissan - Wernersville, Pennsylvania - recall: new slave/clutch cylinder assembly, LOF, tire repair and emissions test 3,738
9-22-08 Pennsylvania DMV - Denver  
9-11-09 Pennsylvania DMV - Denver  
11-4-09 online listing - vehicle offered for sale 4,246
4-9-10 Pennsylvania DMV  
6-7-10 Pennsylvania DMV - Fleetwood  
10-6-10 Pennsylvania DMV - Fleetwood  
6-10-11 Pennsylvania DMV - Fleetwood  
7-26-12 Pennsylvania DMV - Fleetwood  
10-23-13 Carmax - Henderson, Nevada 16,307
11-27-13 current 16,861

 

 

The black Volk Racing forged aluminum wheels (19x10 front/19x11 rear) look perfect inside the gorgeous Glacier Pearl tri-coat paint.  Body seams are new car tight and with only 16,861 miles, this is like a new car . . .

 

 

A smoked chrome Z badge on the rear hatch looks cool, as do the LED tail lights . . .

 

 

Here's a first glimpse of the spectacular exhaust system, that looks even better than it sounds.  Rear rubber is serious . . .

 

 

Two-seater, fastback form factor is pure sports car.  This is what going fast, cornering well and stopping straight looks like.  Low mileage and near perfect condition is how you buy a "used" car . . .

 

 

Functionally perfect.  Near flawless condition inside and out.  A bone stock 2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast with a 6-speed manual transmission and 16,861 miles this nice would probably be the best 350Z for sale on eBay.  An ultra-low mileage 350Z in pristine condition with a twin-turbo, 500 horsepower engine and all the pricey goodies - this car might just be the best 2007 350Z available anywhere at any price . . .

 

 

Stunning interior quality with Pioneer AVIC head unit/7-inch LCD and navigation, 1,000 watt JL audio amp, and two 10-inch W3 subs/stealth box . . .

 

 

Cluster moves with the tilt steering column (left) and the three dash gauges include a digital trip computer . . .

 

 

Original covered dash storage is repurposed for the Turbo-Timer (runs engine after shut down to cool turbos) digital boost controller and air/fuel ratio gauge . . .

 

 

The Camp2 system ($1,000) allows you to monitor engine operation on the stereo's LCD screen.

 

 

3.5 Liter DOHC VQ35HR

 

GReddy 20G twin turbo kit, type 20 intercooler, heat wrap on all turbo and exhaust parts to cats, aluminum intake piping/filters, Walbro 255 lph fuel pump, Deatsch Werks 600cc injectors, Jim Wolf Tech heavy duty clutch and flywheel, Motordyne TDX high polished stainless steel exhaust, HKS EVC boost controller, HKS turbo-timer, wide band 02 sensor and gauge, HKS Camp2 system.

 

 

Aluminum piping looks absolutely fantastic in a clean and dry engine bay . . .

 

 

Clean and dry undercarriage looks shiny bright and factory fresh . . .

 

 

Polished stainless exhaust is shines brighter than chrome.  It's a true work of art under here . . .

 

 

Waste gates and associated items . . .

 

 

 

Motordyne exhaust is simply breathtaking, from any angle . . .

 

 

RAYS Volk Racing forged (not cast) 19-imch aluminum wheels wrapped with ultra high performance Bridgestone Potenza RE-11 steel belted radials.  (265/35R19 front/285/35R19 rear)

 

 

VIN: JN1BZ34D07M505085
country J Japan
manufacturer N Nissan
type 1 passenger vehicle
engine B 3.5 liter DOHC V6  (VQ35HR)
model line Z 350Z
model change code 3  
body style 4 2-door coupe
restraint system D 3-point belts, driver and passenger front airbags
check digit 0 matches per NHTSA
model year 7 2007
assembly plant M Tochigi, Japan
sequential production number 505085

 

 

Compliance label with March, 2007 build date.

 

 

Firewall identification plate.

 

 

GReddy oil cooler and heat exchanger . . .

 

 

A closer look at the polished stainless exhaust and you can just see the carbon fiber composite driveshaft . . .

 

 

Motordyne Ti Blu titanium tips with rolled edge (left) and really cool clamps used on every pipe connection.

 

 

Brake pads . . .

 

 

Original owner books.

 

 

 

A note from the owner.

I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast.  I love original rare and high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles.  I specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.  I have an experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.  Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle.  If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.

With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may at first glance appear.  It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list.  To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner and Chris, owner of A-Best Auto Repair in Henderson, Nevada has my back.  He and his crew can fix anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no small detail unimportant.  They do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes their methodical investigation.  Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about me.  Moreover; it allows my writer to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless he thinks it is true.  If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one.  I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction.

After the vehicle is fully sorted it arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see on eBay.  He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch, researches its history and documents originality and authenticity.  Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.  Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150 high resolution pictures that I take myself.  The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch.  I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep.  Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so meticulously clean.  This reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly receives.

Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing.  If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast.  If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill.  In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent.  How many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty?  We do.

No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level.  No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information.  I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I say is the truth.  All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact.  I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay.  To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.

If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500.  If your inquiry is sincere and your offer  serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with.  If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation.  Until you are ready to actually pull the trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine.  I am after all, a “used car dealer.”

Serious buyers know the maximum they can offer.  I then must simply decide if I can sell for that number.

If you hit the reserve, the decision is no longer mine.  I must sell at that number.

OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

If you want to make a deal,

pick up the phone and talk a serious offer.

702-353-7500

 

I don't respond to emails asking for "bottom line, sale price, what's the reserve, or Buy-it-Now" figures on top line cars.

 

THE ONLY WAY YOU GET THOSE FIGURES IS TO CALL ME!

The book values don't account to a hill of beans when it comes to a modified car like this. One thing you can count on is this car will not be priced less than or equal to a standard average condition car.

My cars are never the least expensive by any means, but they are the best out there that are for sale at fair figures.  

 

Please ask about our service programs and pricing.

 

Cars sold without warranties are sold As-Is.

 

Waiver's of Warranty will be signed if declined.

 

All automobiles have breakdowns; some minor, some serious.  Believe me, I know.  I fix them without the advantage of a warranty but you don't have to.  Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown.

 

Most vehicles are already pre-qualified for the warranties with AULcorp.com

 

Terms of Sale
 

This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada.  We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery.  We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe.  We stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense.  This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.

Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends.  We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.  If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration.

A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction .  We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary.

Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction.  Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States.  Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams.  M/Os will NEVER be accepted.  CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item.

Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.

Important:   Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here.  Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued.  Non-paying bidders will be prosecuted.  If you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID.

We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction.

This vehicle sold AS-IS, with no warranty.  This is not a new vehicle, it is used.  A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage.  This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used.  Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are.

When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms.

Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com

Sales tax, Smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents.

A Document Fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price.

An Optional 15 Day Drive Away Permit is available for $8.25. 

New eBay bidders with (0) feedback or international bidders

please make contact by email or phone at least 2 hours before bidding.

We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary  to protect our clients.

Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts.  All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct.  If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do.  Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable.  If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction.  Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.

 

 
 
Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
707 Yucca St.
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
Office Line - 702-889-Viva (8482)
Fax Line - 702-889-8486
Dlr # 26850
 
Doug Williams
Owner
 
Direct Line -  702-353-7500
 
 
 

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A Note for Potential Victims

 

 Please let us know if you see our vehicles under listings of obvious question or if you receive a "Second Chance Offer" with any e-mail other than ours.  You can easily recognize the crooks with the stupid low "Buy it Now" price and the direct e-mails off the eBay system.  They'll never disclose a telephone number or address either.  If they won't talk to you, return a call or can't send you a copy of a title to the vehicle . . . DON'T SEND THEM MONEY or fall for their sneaky e-mails and redirects attempting to get your seller ID and password.

 

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