This Nissan Z Features an Aston Martin-Inspired Front and Surprisingly, It Works | Carscoops

      A homebuilt sports car in Australia, featuring Aston Martin design elements and carbon components, is certainly turning heads.

      The Australian builder has given his Nissan 370Z a face inspired by Aston Martin.

      The project began with a cost-effective, accident-repaired 370Z.

      The distinctive build is completed with aluminum panels and carbon fiber parts.

      Previous iterations of the Nissan Z have been popular choices for custom projects, combining sleek curves with a V6 engine and rear-wheel drive. Brisbane's own Jordan Harper has taken this classic formula and added his own flair, transforming his Nissan into a vehicle that exudes Aston Martin vibes.

      The base of this project was a Nissan 370Z that had been revamped post-accident and purchased inexpensively. Although the sports car was fully restored, the new owner envisioned something far more distinctive. He modified the vehicle by cutting its front and rear sections and utilizing aluminum composite materials for the redesign.

      A New Look

      The most significant change is at the front of the car. Harper's design is inspired by elements from the pre-facelift Aston Martin Vantage and the Mazda MX-5 ND. He crafted compact headlights from scratch, which are noticeably smaller than the original 370Z lights and are still awaiting their high beams and indicators. Positioned next to the flared fenders, they give the vehicle a more aggressive appearance.

      The front bumper now features an aerodynamic extension, a redesigned central intake, and extra vents. The overall profile has been retained, enhanced by a matte finish. The aftermarket 18-inch alloy wheels are black with yellow brake calipers.

      Mixing Components

      For the rear, Harper incorporated a boot lip from a Mercedes-AMG C63 and a modified rear wing from a BMW M3, both made of carbon fiber. The new rear design also includes aftermarket taillights linked by an LED strip, with a rear diffuser and central dual exhaust tips under development.

      Recent images of the build indicate that Harper might still be experimenting with the rear, as it appears to have a different spoiler. As this project is ongoing, the final design has yet to be revealed.

      Thus far, Harper has not disclosed any specifics regarding performance or chassis enhancements, aside from showing photos with a Nitrous bottle intended for track use. The Nissan 370Z originally comes with a 3.7-liter V6 engine producing 332 hp (248 kW / 337 PS) and 366 Nm (270 lb-ft) of torque. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic transmission.

      This build is still evolving, and the completed vehicle promises to be remarkable. We will provide more photos and videos once Harper reveals the finished car. In the meantime, take a look at its current progress below.