We carry coilovers for the Nissan 350Z (2003-2008, Z33 chassis) from BC Racing, Megan Racing, Godspeed, Tein, Rev9, and more. The 350Z is one of the most popular RWD sport car platforms for coilover upgrades. Whether you are daily driving, canyon carving, drifting, or building a dedicated track car, there is a coilover setup that works for how you use the car. To see everything else we carry for the 350Z, check out our full Nissan 350Z parts page.
Note: the 350Z (Z33) shares its platform with the Infiniti G35 coupe and sedan (V35). Coilovers listed for the G35 and 350Z are typically the same units and will fit both vehicles.
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The 350Z's Z33 chassis has a double wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension setup that responds well to coilover upgrades. The factory suspension geometry is solid enough that even a moderate drop of 1 to 1.5 inches with good coilovers dramatically changes how the car feels. The platform has been popular for track days, drifting, and canyon driving since it launched in 2003, and most of the major coilover brands have deep 350Z-specific fitment and spring rate data to draw from as a result.
Best Coilovers for the Nissan 350Z: What We Recommend
For daily driving and occasional track use
The BC Racing BR Series for the 350Z is consistently the top recommendation from enthusiasts for owners who want a coilover that works well for both street and occasional track use. 30-way damping adjustment, monotube shock design, fully rebuildable, and BC Racing offers custom spring rates at no extra charge. Most 350Z owners run BC Racing at mid-range damping settings for daily use and stiffen it up for track days. The Megan Racing Spec-RS for the 350Z is a strong option with a monotube design and 32-way damping that works well on the Z33 for street use.
For daily driving on a budget
The Tein Street Basis Z for the 350Z is a popular choice for owners who want a simple, no-fuss height-adjustable coilover for daily use without damping adjustment complexity. For owners who want damping control too, the Tein Flex Z for the 350Z adds 16-way damping and EDFC compatibility for electronic damping adjustment from inside the cabin.
For entry-level builds
The Godspeed MonoSS for the 350Z is a solid entry-level option with 16-way damping, monotube construction, and conservative spring rates that work well for a daily driver. The Rev9 Hyper-Street II for the 350Z is another frequently recommended budget option, particularly for owners focused on stance and a starting point for track setup.
For track and drift builds
The BC Racing BR Series with custom spring rates is the most common recommendation for 350Z track builds in the enthusiast community. For dedicated drift builds where an aggressive stance is the goal, BC Racing's extreme drop version allows up to 4 inches of drop and is built to handle the suspension travel demands of a drifting setup.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best coilovers for the Nissan 350Z?
For most 350Z owners, the BC Racing BR Series is the top overall recommendation from enthusiasts for street and occasional track use. It offers 30-way damping adjustment, a monotube shock design, full rebuildability, and optional custom spring rates. For budget builds, the Megan Racing Spec-RS and Godspeed MonoSS are frequently recommended as solid entry-level options with monotube dampers. For dedicated track or drift builds, pairing BC Racing with custom spring rates specific to your setup is the most common approach in the 350Z community.
Will Infiniti G35 coilovers fit the Nissan 350Z?
Yes on most applications. The Nissan 350Z (Z33) and Infiniti G35 coupe (V35) share the same basic suspension architecture and most coilovers are manufactured to fit both. Many coilover listings for the G35 will cross-reference the 350Z and vice versa. Always verify the specific product listing confirms both fitments before ordering.
How much should I lower my 350Z?
For a street-driven 350Z, most owners recommend 1 to 1.5 inches of drop as the sweet spot. Low enough to noticeably improve the stance and reduce body roll, while maintaining enough suspension travel for daily driving. Going lower than 1.5 inches starts to affect suspension geometry and ground clearance on the 350Z's relatively low nose. Dedicated track builds can go lower with corresponding alignment corrections, but daily drivers should stay in the 1 to 1.5 inch range.
Do I need an alignment after installing coilovers on a 350Z?
Yes, always. Any ride height change on the 350Z affects camber and toe. The platform is particularly sensitive to alignment changes due to its double wishbone front setup. Get a 4-wheel alignment immediately after installation and set it to your preferred spec. Most street drivers run slight negative camber front and rear for improved corner turn-in without excessive tire wear.
What spring rates work well for a 350Z street coilover?
Most street-focused 350Z coilovers run 8 to 12K front and 6 to 10K rear spring rates. The BC Racing BR Series default rates are 10K front and 8K rear, which owners describe as a good daily-driver setup. Stiffer rates in the 14K front range are more common on track setups where body roll control is the priority over ride comfort.
What years does the Nissan 350Z coilover fitment cover?
The Nissan 350Z was sold in the US from 2003 to 2008 on the Z33 chassis. Coilovers listed for the 350Z typically cover all model years 2003 to 2008. The Z33 platform also underpins the Infiniti G35 coupe and sedan (2003 to 2006), and most coilovers fit both vehicles.
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