Seth Ludeman

Hi guys, new to the forum, long-time lurker.

I'm considering the below '05 35th Anniversary Edition. I realize that with the A/T(i know, i know. Just tired of driving a M/T in traffic) it is not a Revup engine, I'm ok with that. The price seems "okay", if not a bit high? Any items I should consider or check on a 100k mile Z? Carfax looks decent, car looks clean overall.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/683957373/overview/


Thanks!

Syner

That's not a 35th Anniversary.

Seth Ludeman

Appreciate the reply! If it's not, could you point out what are the indicators that it's not? If it's being misrepresented, it gives me the option to move on, or look at a price-reduce.

travlee

iTrader: (8)

35ths have a bronze ring around the z on the fender

Syner

If I'm not mistaken, in addition to bronze side "Z" emblems, the Anniversary models also had a plaque on the console.

The redline is right for A/T, but the M/T anniversary increased to 7000 (in case you find an advertised M/T).

The trim code (inside driver's door) should have "AE" as well.

Seth Ludeman

Thanks! I'm hoping the Dealer is mistaken and isn't trying to pass this as something it's not, but it's not a good start to establishing trust.

Seth Ludeman

Hmm. The VIN Decoder on the site says it *IS* a 35th Anniversary... https://my350z.com/forum/vindecoder....AZ34E15M654896

Syner

The VIN decoder isn't 100% reliable. Nissan has said the VIN does not include any trim level information.

That could be where the dealership pulled the "35th Anniversary" from.

Seth Ludeman

Ok, so check for the AE then. Got it!

Syner

That's probably your best bet (that and the bronze side emblems)

Dekker001

The wheels and brakes look right, but it's harder to tell with the AT because of the stock reline.

Also, didn't they come with 35th on floor mats and in the rear?

Seth Ludeman

So I had the dealer send me some pics. It's got the Bronze Emblems, "35th" floor mats, but the Trim code is "G". Sooo...previous owner made a replica?

Syner

25 or 35th floor mats?

https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...l#post10757525


If it were me, I'd take a very close look

Perhaps a Grand Touring rep?

Syner

Also:

https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-n...l#post10758968

Confirmed by Nissan USA (apparently)

Seth Ludeman

Sorry, 35th.

I can't find any references via google to a legit chart about "AE" being a model/trim level code? Also, there's seems to be some conflicting information on wether or not there should be a plaque for USA models, and if AE is actually a trim code used in the USA production models.http://www.zcar.com/forum/14-*******...th-ae-s-2.html

Seth Ludeman

If it's a AE, shouldn't it have Heated Seats AND a VDC button?

Seth Ludeman

So, it has Heated Seats, and VDC..which *together* is not included on any of the other trim levels if I understand correctly.

Syner

My '04.5 Touring had that combo, and it carried forward into 2005.

The only confirmation of AE trim is from dcains linked response, where he said Nissan USA told him over the phone. If everything else feels right, it very well could be legit.

Seth Ludeman

I'm checking with Nissan as well. At the end of the day I actually don't *care" if it's a 35th, I just don't want to pay any premium if it's not.

samsniss350z

Welcome to the forum and as long as you're happy who cares.