Used Nissan 370Z CV Joints

Yes, the 370Z is a rear-wheel-drive car and its driveshafts use CV joints at each end to transmit drive from the differential to the rear wheels. You'll find an inboard CV joint (connecting to the diff) and an outboard CV joint (connecting to the wheel hub) on each side. If you're hearing a clicking or clunking from the rear, a worn CV joint or torn CV boot is a likely cause.

The 370Z ran in one generation from 2009 through to around 2021, with a facelift arriving in 2013 that brought styling changes rather than any significant drivetrain revision. In principle the driveshaft and CV joint dimensions are consistent across the production run, but because part changes can occur mid-generation without being widely publicised, you should confirm with the breaker that the joint from their donor car matches your registration before buying.

Trim level does not affect CV joint fitment on the 370Z — the GT, GT Edition, and Roadster all share the same 3.7-litre V6 drivetrain and the same basic driveshaft layout. The Roadster is a convertible body style but uses the same rear suspension and driveshaft setup as the coupe, so the CV joints are not different on account of the roof. Give the breaker your registration to confirm the exact part number, but trim is not a fitment concern here.

The NISMO variant has uprated suspension tuning and slightly different power outputs, and it's possible there are differences in driveshaft specification to handle the revised setup, though this is not definitively documented across all model years. Because of this uncertainty, you should confirm with the breaker that the CV joint from their donor car is from a NISMO if yours is a NISMO, rather than assuming a standard 370Z part will swap straight in. Don't rely on the NISMO badge alone — check it against your registration.

Yes, always specify which side you need — nearside (NS) is the left side from the driver's perspective, offside (OS) is the right. On some rear-wheel-drive cars the two driveshafts are different lengths due to the differential's position, which can mean the CV joints or shaft assemblies differ between sides. Tell the breaker your registration and confirm whether you need the NS or OS joint to make sure you get the right part.

If the boot has split recently and there's no sign of wear, grit ingress, or damage to the joint itself, a boot replacement alone is a cost-effective repair and many independent garages will carry this out. However, if the joint has been running without grease for any time, or if you can hear clicking on acceleration or cornering, the joint itself is likely worn and a used replacement unit from a breaker is the better route. A good breaker should be able to supply the joint with the boot already in place.