Morris Morgan
2003 350Z


This is my first Z car. I wanted a sports car, but it had to be something I would enjoy as a daily driver. I had no interest in owning a “garage queen”. After looking at a wide variety of pre-owned cars, I saw my first 350Z. After just a little research, I decided Nissan did an excellent job combining styling, performance, and affordability. After 40,000 + miles, I have not changed my mind. When I purchased my 350Z, I thought I was buying a car to drive. I did not realize I had also picked up my newest hobby. As you can see below, although Nissan did an outstanding job on the car, I have not been able to leave it alone. And, I have a few more items to adjust or add in the not so distant future.

Specs:

Year: 2003
Color: Lemans Sunset
Trim Level: Enthusiast
Engine: VQ35DE 3.5 Liter V6
Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
Horsepower: 425 RWHP @ 6300 RPM
Torque: 356 ft lbs @ 4700 RPM

Modifications

Performance:
  • Vortech Supercharger – 10 lb pulley
  • Crawford Headers
  • Crawford Polished Plenum
  • Crawford Hi-flow Cats
  • Crawford Strut Bar
  • Borla Cat-back Exhaust
  • BC Forged, 2-piece Aluminum Wheels – 18 x 9 Front & 18 x 10 Rear
  • Goodyear Tires - 245/40 front & 275/40 rear
  • Stainless Steel Brake Lines


Show:
  • Nissan Approved Black Leather Seats
  • Custom Mounted, Hardwired V1
  • Body Color Matched Trim Pieces
  • Momo Floor Mats
  • Kamari Front Lip & Side Skirts
  • Factory Option Rear Spoiler
  • Engine Bay Dress Up: Body Color Matched and Polished Aluminum Parts
  • Tinted Windows
  • Amber Side Markers
  • “Z” Emblems


Audio/Video:
  • Kenwood Head Unit
  • Pioneer 3-way Door Speakers & 2-way Rear Speakers
  • Rockford Punch P2 12” Subwoofer
  • Coustic Amp
  • Power Acoustic DVD
  • XO-Vision 7” Monitor


Awards:
  • Club Best of Show – Spring 2005 AutoFair
  • Club Best of Show – Fall 2005 AutoFair
  • 1st Place – 10th Annual Triad NC Z Car Show - Z33 Class
  • 1st Place – 2004 Carolina Z Jam - Z33 Class
  • 1st Place – 2005 Carolina Z Jam - Z33 Class
  • 1st Place – 2006 Carolina Z Jam - Z33 Class
  • People’s Choice – 2005 Carolina Z Jam
  • People’s Choice – 2006 Carolina Z Jam
  • Club 2nd Place – Spring 2006 AutoFair