This Nissan Z31 300ZX got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo is one of 1,002 Shiro Special models sold in the US and is finished in Moonglow Pearl over a black cloth interior. Power comes from a turbocharged 3.0L V6 mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, and factory equipment includes T-tops, Recaro seats, and a viscous limited-slip differential. The seller reportedly acquired the car from its first owner six months ago and has since added approximately 600 of its 93k indicated miles. This Z31 Turbo is offered with service records from new, a window sticker and purchase paperwork, manuals, a clean Carfax report, and a North Carolina title in the seller’s name.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

Shiro is Japanese for white, and all examples exported to the US were painted in Moonglow Pearl white with “Turbo” graphics on the lower doors. The condition of the finish on this example is shown up close in the gallery below. The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

All Shiro Specials were fitted with T-tops and European-market front air dams as well as white 16″ wheels, here mounted with Michelin Pilot tires. The seller has added a bike rack receiver under the rear license plate. The model’s non-adjustable suspension included larger sway bars and stiffer springs than on the standard 300ZX, which also resulted in a lighter weight than those cars.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

The black interior features cloth Recaro seats with grey inserts. Air conditioning is equipped and a factory stereo remains in the dash, though the seller states that it works intermittently. An older cellular phone is installed in the center console. The analog gauges include white digits and a 6-digit odometer showing approximately 93k miles.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

The 3.0L VG30ET V6 was originally rated at 205 horsepower and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Magazine testing at the time showed the Shiro Special could reach 153 MPH (with the electronic speed limiter disabled). The seller states that the starter was replaced in August 2018.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

The window sticker, bill of sale, owner’s booklets, service records, and a handwritten maintenance log are included in the sale.

1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Shiro Special

The Carfax report shows no recorded accidents or other damage.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $11,750 by lcgarcia98
Auction Ended December 28, 2018 at 11:38AM PT
Bids 29
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BaT Essentials

Seller: JeffreyAgman
Listing Details
  • Chassis: JN1CZ14S9JX203694
  • 93k Indicated Miles
  • Turbocharged 3.0L V6
  • 5-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Viscous LSD
  • Shiro Special Edition
  • Moonglow Pearl over Black Cloth
  • Recaro Seats
  • Analog Gauges
  • Non-Adjustable Suspension
  • Recently Replaced Starter
  • Service Records from New
  • Window Sticker & Bill of Sale
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #15215