Nissan 350Z Roadster (05-10) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on 01 April 2006

Last Updated: 27 April 2009

The convertible version of the 350Z - known as the Roadster - retains the rewarding driving characteristics of the coupe model along with the same punchy engine, but features an electrically-folding fabric roof which retracts in just 20 seconds. The model was actually developed to be a convertible as well as a coupe from the start and as a result it drives just as well with virtually no body shake, even over rough roads. Like the coupe it is also great value for money while changes in 2006 included more engine power and improved interior quality. It was upgraded again in 2007 with an extensively modified engine identified by a bulging bonnet.

4.5 out of 5

Other Nissan reviews

4.5 out of 5

Summary

New price range:

£27,000 - £30,700

Used price range:

£6,753 - £16,578

View all used prices

Get a Nissan 350Z Roadster (05-10) information pack

Next steps

Nissan 350Z Roadster cars for sale

Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 9 models like this for sale, starting at £8,491.

Find used Nissan 350Z Roadsters for sale

Superb engine, strong performance, great value for money, huge fun to drive

Awkward to use boot, noisy at high speeds

Driving & Performance

Performance

5 out of 5
"Originally the 350Z Roadster was offered with a 280bhp 3.5-litre V6 engine linked to a six-speed..."
Handling

4.5 out of 5
"The overall feel of the coupe has been carried over, with sharp steering and a stiff feeling..."

Comfort

Comfort

2.5 out of 5
"As a two-seater, the 350Z offers decent room for both passengers, with supportive yet comfortable..."
Practicality

2 out of 5
"The electrically folding roof is pretty fast and retracts into the boot in just 20 seconds. It's..."
Equipment

4 out of 5
"Every 350Z Roadster comes with ESP (electronic stability programme), an electric-folding black..."
Behind the wheel

3.5 out of 5
"The interior of the roadster is just like the coupe, so there's a clear dash and plenty of appealing..."

Costs

Running costs

2.5 out of 5
"Nissan servicing is good value so the 350Z needn't be an expensive car to run, although maintenance..."
Green credentials

2 out of 5
"The 350Z Roadster is a polluting model with CO2 emissions of 288g/km - slightly more than the coupe,..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

4 out of 5
"There's no official Euro NCAP crash rating for the 350Z but all UK-specification models come with..."
Reliability

4.5 out of 5
"Nissan has a fine reputation for mechanical reliability and we've heard of no major issues with the..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

2.5 out of 5
"Limited supply means that they're only available at Nissan dealers (not car supermarkets). If you..."
Buying used

3.5 out of 5
"The Roadster isn't as common as the coupe on the second hand market, but there is still a good..."
Selling

3.5 out of 5
"Demand for the 350Z will always be high, especially for those after an affordable way into sports..."