The Nissan Z Market Has Finally Come Back Down to Earth

When the new Nissan Z hit showrooms in 2022, it sparked a buying frenzy that pushed prices into absurd territory. Some dealers tacked on market adjustments that turned a $56,000 sports car into a six-figure proposition. One Washington dealership famously added a $73,881 markup to a limited Proto Spec model, bringing the total to nearly $130,000.

But four years later, patience has paid off in a big way.

Today, a two-year-old Z sells for roughly $15,000 less than its original sticker price, and brand-new models are no longer commanding premiums. According to automotive data firm CarEdge, the average 2024 Z now trades around $41,000 on the used market. That's the same price as a fully loaded Toyota Camry XSE.

0 starts at $58,300, making the used Z a compelling alternative for anyone seeking 400 horsepower and rear-wheel drive without the markup.

The mechanical package hasn't changed. 0-liter twin-turbo V6 with 400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or a nine-speed automatic. The Performance trim adds a limited-slip differential, larger brakes, and forged RAYS wheels. With Nissan selling more units each year and 2026 sales down 55% from the previous year, supply has caught up with demand.

Buyers who waited now have leverage, whether they're shopping for a discounted new model or a gently used example where the first owner absorbed the biggest depreciation hit.