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The 2007 Nissan 350Z will go on sale from £26,795 – £300 more than the outgoing model.

The main differenced are under the bonnet with the Japanese sports car’s engine modified by 80 per cent to boost performance.

Using a 3.5-litre block, the 350Z produces 309bhp and 264lb/ft of pulling power.

The engine makeover means 90 per cent of the pulling power is available at just 2,000rpm, making acceleration and overtaking easier at lower revs. 

The Coupe covers 0-62mph in 5.7 seconds with the heavier Roadster taking 6.1 seconds.

Both cars have a limited top speed of 155mph, with the Coupe averaging 24.1mpg and the Roadster 23.5mpg.

Safety features include anti-lock brakes with electronic stability programme, front, side and curtain airbags and active head rests, which minimises the chance of neck injury.

Buyers opting for the £2,500 GT pack get heated leather seats, BOSE CD system and cruise control.

Available from mid-May, prices for the 350Z start from £26,795 for the Coupe rising to £28,295 for the Roadster.