"While the Nissan Z car, and in particular this JDM Fairlady Z, has always been definitively Japanese, it was the US that inspired the original, and in fact it was Nissan’s California design studio that came up with the shape of the Fairlady Z (known as the 350Z in North America). While its predescessors bulked up in weight and price over the years, the new Z takes things back to a familiar formula—stout V6 up front (with no turbocharging, by the way, to keep things simple), long hood and short deck proportions, and rear-wheel drive with independent suspension. In theory, that’s a lot like the original Z-car, but in execution the new Z is much better. Underhood is a large, 3.5-liter V6 that is part of the excellent “VQ” engine family, and it provides a serious amount of power—287 in total. Performance is thus sprightly, with 60 mph reached in just 5.8 seconds; but it’s the handling that really shines in the Z. An all new chassis referred to as “front mid-ship” places the front-mounted engine well back in the chassis, for superior weight balance and excellent performance. While ties to the historic Z-cars are there, the thoroughly modern Z represents a driving experience few coupes then or now can approach."—Official description[1]
The 2003 Nissan Fairlady Z - abbreviated as "Fairlady Z '03" or "Nissan Z '03" - is a rear-wheel drive sports car by Nissan.
It appears in Forza Motorsport (2005) and all subsequent main series titles except for Forza Horizon, as well as Forza Street.
Synopsis[]
The Z33 spec Fairlady Z, known as 350Z outside of Japan, marked the fifth generation of Nissan's Z-car line. It was replaced by the Nissan 370Z (Z34) in 2009.
The Fairlady Z Z33/350Z is a front-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car designed by Ajay Panchal of Nissan Design America in 2000.
It comes with a 3.5L (3,498 cc) naturally aspirated VQ35DE V6 engine producing 287 hp (214 kW) at 6,200 rpm and 273 ft·lb (370 N·m) at 4,800 rpm. Available transmissions include a six-speed manual and a five-speed automatic, with the former being used in the Forza series.
It weighs 3310 lb (1501 kg), giving it a power-to-weight ratio of 11.53 lb/5.23 kg per hp.
Variants[]
Forza Edition[]
The Forza Edition is a pre-tuned variant featured in Forza Horizon 5. It features an offroad body kit, a green camo paint job, an A 800 Performance Index, and an Event XP boost.
It is primarily unlockable as a Wheelspin reward, but has also been made available in the Forzathon Shop.
Fairlady Z Custom Edition/Forza Motorsport[]
The Fairlady Z Custom Edition - or "Nissan Forza Motorsport Fairlady Z" in Forza Motorsport 3 - is an upgraded variant that is depicted on the box art for Forza Motorsport 2.
It was available in Forza Motorsport 2 as a pre-order bonus and Forza Motorsport 3 as part of the Exclusive Collector's Edition Car Pack, which was included in the Limited Collector's Edition.
Team Forza Fairlady Z[]
The Team Forza Fairlady Z is an upgraded variant that comes with a "10 Year Anniversary" livery. It appears in the 10 Year Anniversary Car Pack add-on for both Forza Horizon 2 and Forza Motorsport 6.
It is the only playable version of the Fairlady Z in Forza Horizon 2.
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Speed 5.6 Accel 5.2
Braking 4.3
Corner 4.4
Base Rarity 5.5
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C1 |
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Unlock Requirements
North America:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Europe:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Asia:
missing data
Rarity: ? | ||
Performance
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
120-0 mph (193-0 km/h): missing data Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
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Speed 5.6 Acceleration 4.0
Braking 3.7
Handling 4.0
Base Rarity 3.9
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C 484 |
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Unlock Requirements
North America:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Europe:
Reach driver level 8 for 18,500 CR.
Rarity: ?
Asia:
missing data
Rarity: ? | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Coupé
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data | ||
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Speed 6.5 Handling 5.3
Acceleration 4.8
Launch 5.9
Braking 5.0
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C 375 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 14,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Coupé
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data | ||
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Speed 6.8 Handling 4.9
Acceleration 6.6
Launch 6.9
Braking 4.8
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B 434 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 14,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Sports Car
Speed:
Top Speed: 176.7 mph (284.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.816 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.518 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 127.0 ft (38.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 349.4 ft (106.5 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.88 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.85 g | ||
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Speed 6.6 Handling 4.5
Acceleration 7.1
Launch 7.9
Braking 4.3
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C 439 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 26,000 CR or 44 T | ||
Performance & Body Family
Body Family: Iconic Sports
Speed:
Top Speed: 177.1 mph (285 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 109.1 ft (33.3 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 286.1 ft (87.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.10 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.06 g | ||
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Speed 6.6 Handling 4.6
Acceleration 7.0
Braking 4.3
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C 440 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 26,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Japanese Street Kings
Speed:
Top Speed: 177.5 mph (285.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 127.4 ft (38.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 323.4 ft (98.6 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.08 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.04 g | ||
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Speed 6.6 Handling 4.6
Acceleration 7.0
Braking 4.3
Uncommon
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C 443 |
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Unlock Requirements
Unlock:
Purchase from the car dealer for 52,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Sport Compact Icons
Collection Tier:
Tier 2 - Uncommon (+95)
Speed:
Top Speed: 177.5 mph (285.6 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 14.400 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.480 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 134.1 ft (40.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 343.8 ft (104.8 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.08 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.04 g | ||
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Speed 4.1 Braking 2.2
Handling 2.3
Acceleration 2.5
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C 424 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Can be purchased from the Car Dealer for 63,000 CR
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Performance & Division
Division: Early Sport Compact
Speed:
Top Speed: 171.8 mph (276.4 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 14.418 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 113.8 ft (34.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 287.9 ft (87.8 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.09 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.05 g | ||
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Speed 6.6 Handling 6.2
Acceleration 7.1
Launch 7.4
Braking 5.4
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B 645 |
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Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 35,000 CR or 70 T
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
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Performance & Championship
Championship: Asian Sports Cars
Speed:
Top Speed: 177.0 mph (284.8 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.519 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 173.0 ft (52.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 431.8 ft (131.6 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.84 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.86 g | ||
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Speed 7.1 Handling 6.0
Acceleration 6.1
Launch 7.7
Braking 5.1
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B 671 |
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Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 35,000 CR Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Retro Sports Cars
Rarity:
Common
Speed:
Top Speed: 176.6 mph (284.1 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 180.1 ft (54.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 439.3 ft (133.9 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.88 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.89 g | ||
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Speed 6.5 Handling 5.5
Accel 4.6
Launch 4.0
Braking 3.5
Offroad 4.8 |
B 650 |
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Availability
Autoshow:
Can be purchased from the Autoshow for 35,000 CR
"Fast Track Ticket" completion reward Wheelspin:
Possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Seasonal:
This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
Forzathon Shop:
N/A Festival Playlist:
Series 41 (Winter, Week 3) - "Let it Snow!" championship | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Retro Sports Cars Value: 35,000 CR
Rarity:
Common
Speed:
Top Speed: 176.0 mph (283.2 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.783 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.481 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 143.7 ft (43.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 361.8 ft (110.3 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.93 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.95 g | ||
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Unlock Requirements
Missing unlock requirements
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Performance
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data | ||
Upgrade Preset
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Speed 5.8 Handling 6.3
Accel 5.0
Launch 4.0
Braking 4.8
Offroad 5.1 |
A 730 |
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Availability
Autoshow:
Can be purchased from the Autoshow for 35,000 CR
"Fast Track Ticket" completion reward Wheelspin:
Possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Seasonal:
This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
Forzathon Shop:
N/A Festival Playlist:
Series 41 (Winter, Week 3) - "Let it Snow!" championship | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Retro Sports Cars Value: 35,000 CR
Rarity:
Common
Speed:
Top Speed: 158.9 mph (255.7 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.171 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.203 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 113.0 ft (34.4 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 276.3 ft (84.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.23 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.28 g | ||
Forza Edition
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Speed 5.0 Handling 3.0
Accel 5.4
Launch 5.5
Braking 6.4
Offroad 8.3 |
A 800 |
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Availability
Wheelspin:
Possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize, and can not be purchased from the Autoshow
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Seasonal:
This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
Festival Playlist:
N/A | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Unlimited Offroad
Rarity:
Forza Edition
Boost: Event XP
Speed:
Top Speed: 136.0 mph (218.8 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.569 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.112 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 111.3 ft (33.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 270.9 ft (82.6 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.96 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.01 g | ||
Custom Edition
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Speed 5.1 Acceleration 5.3
Braking 5.5
Handling 5.4
Base Rarity 9.0
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A 742 |
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Required DLC:
Requires a pre-order code | ||
Unlock Requirements
North America:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Europe:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Asia:
missing data
Rarity: ? | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: missing data
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data | ||
Forza Motorsport
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Speed 6.5 Handling 5.3
Acceleration 4.8
Launch 5.9
Braking 5.0
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S 645 |
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Required DLC:
Requires the Exclusive Collector's Edition Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 200,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Coupé
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data | ||
Team Forza
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Speed 6.3 Handling 5.1
Acceleration 7.0
Braking 4.9
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C 500 |
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Required DLC:
Requires the Ten Year Anniversary Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 26,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Japanese Street Kings
Speed:
Top Speed: 169.8 mph (273.2 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.800 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.100 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 123.1 ft (37.5 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 306.5 ft (93.4 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.14 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.17 g | ||
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Speed 6.1 Handling 6.5
Acceleration 7.1
Launch 7.5
Braking 7.7
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B 659 |
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Required DLC:
Requires the Ten Year Anniversary Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 26,000 CR | ||
Performance & Championship
Championship: Sports Cars
Speed:
Top Speed: 162.5 mph (261.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.783 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 14.482 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 146.1 ft (44.5 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 350.6 ft (106.9 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.88 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.91 g | ||
Conversions[]
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Conversion - Engine |
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RB26DETT (2.6L I6 - TT) - 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II Nür, RB26DETT (2.6L I6 - TT) - 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II |
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I4T - Silvia S15, V6 - 370Z, I6TT - R34 Nur |
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V6TT - GT-R '10 |
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2.6L I6 - TT, 5.7L V8, 3.7L V6 - VVT |
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2.6L I6 - TT, 5.7L V8 |
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2.6L I6 - TT, 6.2L V8 |
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2.0L I4-T, 1.6L I4-T, 6.2L V8, 3.8L V6-TT, 5.2L V10, 2.6L R4, 6.5L V12 |
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3.7L V6 - VVT, 6.2L V8 |
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2.6L I6 - TT, 6.2L V8, 3.8L V6 - TT |
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3.2L I6, 6.2L V8, 2.6L I6 - TT, 3.8L V6 - TT |
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Stock: 3.2L I6, 6.2L V8, 2.6L I6 - TT, 3.8L V6 - TT, Racing 3.0L I6T Forza Edition: None |
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Conversion - Drivetrain |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD |
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AWD Drivetrain |
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AWD Drivetrain |
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AWD Drivetrain |
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Stock: AWD Drivetrain Forza Edition: AWD Drivetrain |
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Conversion - Aspiration |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Twin-Screw Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Twin-Screw Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Roots Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Stock: Single Turbo, Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger, Centrifugal Supercharger Forza Edition: None |
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Conversion - Wide Bodykit |
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Rocket Bunny - Widebody Kit |
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Stock: Rocket Bunny - Widebody Kit Forza Edition: None |
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Conversion - Preset |
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Fairlady Z '03 |
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Stock: 2003 Nissan Fairlady Z Forza Edition: None |
Trivia[]
- The Nissan Fairlady Z appears on the box arts for the first two Forza Motorsport games, with the first one also featuring a 2005 Acura NSX.
- In Forza Motorsport (2023), the Big Country Lab Rear Wing was added to the car's customization as part of Update 10.0.
- In Forza Motorsport (2023), it was featured as a Spotlight Car and received an updated car sound in Update 20.
- From May 29, 2025 to June 5, 2025, a "20th Anniversary" livery variant could be earned by completing the "Forza Motorsport 2 Rival Celebration Reward Challenge" in the Challenge Hub.
- In Forza Motorsport (2023), it was on sale for 44,100 CR from May 15, 2025 to May 22, 2025.
Gallery[]
Forza Motorsport 4
Forza Motorsport 5
Forza Horizon 3
Forza Horizon 4
(Front)
(Front)
Forza Horizon 4
(Rear)
(Rear)
Forza Street
(Front)
(Front)
Forza Street
(Rear)
(Rear)
Promotional[]
Forza Motorsport 2
Forza Motorsport (2023)
Forza Motorsport (2023)
Forza Motorsport (2023)
Forza Motorsport (2023)
Forza Motorsport cover cars
Forza Motorsport cover cars
Forza Horizon 5
Forza Motorsport cover cars
Forza Motorsport cover cars
Variants[]
Custom Edition
Forza Motorsport 2
Forza Motorsport 2
Team Forza
Forza Motorsport 6
Forza Motorsport 6
"20th Anniversary" Livery
Forza Motorsport (2023)
Forza Motorsport (2023)
References[]
- ↑ "Forza Horizon 3 - Cars" . forzamotorsport.net . Retrieved 12-01-2018.