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Old 10-14-2008, 06:32 AM
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looking to find out if a car I am looking at is a track version... but all I have is the vin... is there anyway to tell?
Old 10-14-2008, 06:44 AM
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you can call your local nissan dealership and have them run the VIN to tell you. do you have a list of features or a link to the car?
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ps, in case I forget to check this later

https://my350z.com/forum/buying-leas...0z-models.html
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The VIN doesn't identify models, only coupe vs roadster.
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The VIN will not identify a track or any other model. ... but you should decode it anyway at http://www.etraxx.com/350z_vin.php

The track model will most noticeably have metallic orange painted Brembo brake calipers and special track wheels. The picture is what the 2003 wheels look like. I think they used these same wheels through 2005, then 2006+ models got different ones.

It will also have this stuff (which some other trim levels also have)
  • VDC button to the lower left of steering wheel
  • Cruise control on steering wheel
  • Cloth interior
  • Manual shift
  • NON-Bose stereo
  • Rear spoiler

Side airbags and navigation system were the only real options, although there were other options like floor mats, door sill trim, and some other dealer install accessory stuff.
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^ right i saw someone say the track had the BOSE...i was like what for? so you can listen to sick beats while racing?

I've got the performance. all i need is brembo's or a BBK, and i'll have a track.
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well I am looking at buying a car from an auction for parts... and I want to be sure what I am getting.

its a 2005 with lots of aftermarket parts, thats why I cannot tell the original model. (stillen supercharger, lowered, cf hood, and more)

maybe you can tell from a pic?



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^looks like a 350 z to me! 03-05 cant tell what model.
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The biggest give away would be the brembos...if they swapped in another brake kit then even better. If you are rocking the smaller "normal" brakes then it is a base or enthusiast.
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the wheels look like 18" NISMO Rays to me. If they are in good condition - they might be worth over 1K. They are over 2200 new .. good luck
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