Nissan Fairlady Z432 (S30)
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Fairlady Z432 (S30)

1969-1973RWD
160 hp
0-100 in 8.5s
๐Ÿ“– Buyer's Guide

About the Nissan Fairlady Z432 (S30)

The Nissan Fairlady Z432 (S30) is one of the cornerstone Japanese performance cars of its era. It's the kind of build that earned the JDM scene its global reputation.

HOW DOES IT SCORE?

Reliability55/100
Economy55/100
Insurance Cost48/100
Import Price95/100
Maintenance75/100
Practicality52/100
Parts Availability38/100

Maintenance & Reliability

Wrenching Headache Rating
6/10 ยท Moderate DIY

S20 inline-six is a precision unit โ€” beautiful engineering but parts are rare.

Technical Specs

Engine

2.0L N/A I6 (S20)

Drivetrain

RWD

Horsepower

160 hp

Torque

177 Nm

Weight

1040 kg

0-100 km/t

8.5s

Production Years

1969-1973

Investment Grade

B

MARKET ANALYSIS ๐Ÿ“ˆ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USD

$27,850

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ โ‚ฌ25,550

๐Ÿ“… Last 12 monthsโ–ฒ +16%
๐Ÿ“† Last 5 yearsโ–ฒ +46%

Price history

$19,075
2021
$20,308
2022
$21,542
2023
$22,775
2024
$24,008
2025
$27,850
2026
B

Investment Grade ยท Solid

The Nissan Fairlady Z432 (S30) (1969-1973) sits in a solid mid-tier position in the JDM market, offering bulletproof reliability (55/10) that owners routinely daily-drive paired with low running costs (75/10 maintenance). The RWD platform attracts a steady enthusiast following, and parts remain widely available (38/10). Values have shown moderate growth and prices remain accessible compared to Grade A and S cars, making this an attractive option for buyers wanting JDM ownership without the premium tag. Condition and mileage significantly affect pricing for this model.

Price estimates are based on market research and recent sales data. Values fluctuate based on condition, mileage, and market demand. Not financial advice.

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