1969 Nissan Fairlady Z 432
The first-generation Fairlady Z, launched in November 1969 (announced in October) was available in the high-power 432 model equipped with the same 6-cylinder in line DOHC 24-valve S20engine (160PS) as the Skyline GT-R (PGC10). The name â432â refers to 4 valves, 3 carburetors and 2 camshafts. Magnesium wheels were fitted as standard. Announced in October, launched in November (S30, HS30 also).
In Detail
| engine | S20 Inline-6 |
| displacement | 1989 cc / 121.4 in³ |
| power | 119.3 kw / 160 bhp @ 7000 rpm |
| specific output | 80.44 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | 153.85 bhp per tonne |
| torque | 177 nm / 130.5 ft lbs @ 5600 rpm |
| front tires | 6.95H-14 |
| rear tires | 6.95H-14 |
| front brakes | Discs |
| f brake size | mm / in |
| rear brakes | Drums |
| r brake size | mm / in |
| front wheels | F 35.6 x 14.0 cm / 14 x 5.5 in |
| rear wheels | R 35.6 x 14.0 cm / 14 x 5.5 in |
| f suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| r suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| curb weight | 1040 kg / 2293 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2305 mm / 90.7 in |
| front track | 1355 mm / 53.3 in |
| rear track | 1345 mm / 53.0 in |
| length | 4115 mm / 162.0 in |
| width | 1630 mm / 64.2 in |
| height | 1290 mm / 50.8 in |
| transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| gear ratios | :1 |
Auction Sales History
1972 Nissan Fairlady Z 432 – sold for $152,500 Imported From Japan. Rare And Sought-after 432 Variant Restored Using Authentic And Original Parts. Upgraded Aluminum Radiator. Added Air Conditioning. Original Factory Colors. Tool Kit Included. Excellent Running Condition Cover And Feature Vehicle For JDM Magazine. First Registered In Japan In 1972. Titled In U.S. As ‘1972 Nissan Fairlady Z432’. Auction Source: ‘Rolling Sculpture’ 2015 NYC by Keno Brothers
1970 Nissan Fairlady Z 432 PS30-00092 – sold for $253,000 This car was imported from Japan in 2013 and had been acquired, incredibly, from its first and only owner. At the time, the Nissan was still registered on its original Shinagawa license plates from September 1970. Save for one repaint in its original color, it has never been taken apart, and it remains in remarkably original condition throughout. Everything continues to function as it did when it left the factory, including the original radio, clock, and heater. Additionally, the car includes its original Nissan tool roll, spare tire, and foot-well flashlight, and it also features the optional rear spoiler and desirable factory magnesium wheels. Auction Source: 2015 Amelia Island by RM Sotheby’s
