Nissan 350Z Exhaust Manifold Replacement Parts
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A buyer's guide to used Nissan 350Z exhaust manifold
No two exhaust manifolds are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does the Nissan 350Z actually have an exhaust manifold?
Yes, every Nissan 350Z was fitted with exhaust manifolds — one on each bank of its 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine (VQ35DE or the later VQ35HR), so this is a genuine and straightforward part to source from a breaker. Because the engine is a V6, there are two manifolds (nearside and offside), so make sure you specify which side you need when requesting a quote. All 350Z variants were petrol and naturally aspirated, so there are no turbo or diesel complications to worry about here.
Will an exhaust manifold from an early 350Z (2003–2005) fit my later 2006–2009 model?
The 350Z ran in the UK from around 2003 to 2009, with the significant engine revision coming mid-run when Nissan updated from the VQ35DE to the VQ35HR unit — this change is the key fitment boundary, and manifolds from the DE engine are not a guaranteed straight swap onto the HR engine. Check your engine code on the cam cover or via your V5C before approaching a breaker, and confirm with the breaker that the manifold they have matches your specific engine code rather than just the model year. Never assume year-for-year compatibility across that engine change.
Does the trim level affect which exhaust manifold I need — for example, does a GT or Touring spec use a different one?
No, trim level does not affect exhaust manifold fitment on the 350Z — whether your car is a base, GT, Touring, or any other trim designation, the manifolds are determined entirely by which engine is fitted, not by the specification level. Focus on matching the engine code (VQ35DE or VQ35HR) and the model year rather than the trim name when searching. You may receive a manifold that looks slightly different cosmetically due to age or heat discolouration, but that has no bearing on whether it fits.
I have a 2003 350Z — will a manifold from a 2007 or 2008 car fit it?
This is one of the trickier cross-year questions for the 350Z because the engine changed from the VQ35DE to the VQ35HR during the production run, and a 2003 car will have the earlier DE unit while a 2007–2008 car is likely to have the HR unit. Manifolds designed for one engine variant are not confirmed as direct fits for the other, so you should verify your own engine code first, then confirm with the breaker that their part is from the same engine family. Do not rely on year alone as a guide — the engine code is what matters here.
Are there any emissions or catalytic converter considerations when buying a used 350Z exhaust manifold?
The 350Z is a petrol model sold in the UK up to 2009, predating Euro 6 and well before diesel particulate filter concerns, so DPF fitment is not relevant here. However, on some 350Z setups the catalytic converters are integrated into or positioned very close to the manifolds (often called 'manifold cats'), and interchange specifics in this area are strong confirm-with-breaker territory — do not assume a used manifold assembly will bring compliant cats with it. Always confirm with the breaker exactly what is included in the part and whether it will meet your MOT requirements.
Can I use a manifold from a Nissan 350Z if I'm sourcing for a Nissan 370Z?
No — while the 350Z and 370Z are related sports cars, the 370Z uses a different engine (the VQ37VHR, a 3.7-litre unit) and the exhaust manifolds are not interchangeable with 350Z parts. Always source a manifold that is confirmed to match your specific vehicle and engine code, and make this clear to the breaker when requesting a quote. Using a part from the wrong model risks poor fitment and potential MOT or emissions issues.