350Z Engine for Sale (VQ35HR, Nissan 350Z / Infiniti G37)

Need a 350z engine that actually comes with real history behind it? We import genuine Nissan VQ35HR motors straight from Japan for the Z33 350Z and the G-chassis Infiniti. Every unit gets compression tested and inspected before it ever goes on the site. If you’re rebuilding a 350Z or chasing more revs than the early cars made, this is the high-revving V6 that took the platform to the next level, and we back ours with a real warranty instead of a sold-as-is disclaimer.

VQ35HR overview

The VQ35HR is Nissan’s high-revving 3.5L V6, and it’s the engine that sharpened up the 350Z late in its life. HR stands for “high revolution,” and that’s the whole story: a raised redline, revised heads, a taller block, and a stronger bottom end than the earlier VQ35DE. It’s a rear-wheel-drive motor built for a sports car, which is exactly why swap builders and Z owners keep coming back to it. Ours come out of low-mileage Japanese cars, not a used yard here in the States, so you get a documented history instead of a guess.

Specifications

This listing covers the VQ35HR 3.5L V6 pulled from a 2007-2008 Nissan 350Z. It’s a DOHC 24-valve, naturally aspirated V6 with a factory redline around 7,500 rpm and roughly 300 hp stock. Mileage runs about 45K-55K, compression tested, with the actual figure listed on the product page, not an estimate.

What’s included

You get the long block as pictured, with the intake, coil packs, and accessories attached as shown in the listing photos. We don’t use stock photography. What you see is the actual unit you’ll receive. Note the VQ35HR uses a taller deck than the earlier VQ35DE, so it is not a straight drop-in for an 03-06 car without the matching parts.

VQ35DE vs VQ35HR vs VQ37VHR

Not all Nissan 3.5L V6s are the same, and mixing them up is an easy way to buy the wrong part. The VQ35DE is the earlier 350Z and G35 engine, great for a stock rebuild. The VQ35HR is the later high-rev version in the 07-08 350Z and 08+ G35, with a higher redline and a stronger block. The VQ37VHR is the 3.7L that followed in the 370Z and G37. Know which chassis and year you’re building for before you order, since these don’t all bolt in interchangeably.

Fitment & compatibility

This VQ35HR fits the 2007-2008 Nissan 350Z and shares its core with the 08+ Infiniti G35 sedan. It is not a direct replacement for an early 03-06 VQ35DE car without the matching engine harness, ECU, and accessories, because of the taller deck and revised layout. Always check your chassis and year against the listing details, or reach out to our team before you buy if you’re not sure.

Inspection, warranty & shipping

Every engine we sell gets compression tested and visually inspected before it’s listed. Each listing states the real mileage pulled from the donor vehicle in Japan. Your purchase comes with our warranty, and JDM State Motors of NC LLC is a registered North Carolina company based in Garner, so you’re buying from a real business, not a private reseller. We ship nationwide from our facility.

Ready to move forward? Add this 350Z VQ35HR engine to your cart, browse our full Nissan Engines inventory for a matching transmission, or contact our team if you need help confirming fitment before you order.

FAQs

What engine is this?

This is the VQ35HR, Nissan’s high-revving 3.5L V6 from the 2007-2008 350Z. It is naturally aspirated and revs higher than the earlier VQ35DE.

Will it fit my 2003-2006 350Z?

Not directly. The VQ35HR uses a taller deck and revised layout, so an early car needs the matching harness, ECU, and accessories. Contact us with your year and we’ll confirm.

VQ35DE vs VQ35HR, what’s the difference?

The VQ35DE is the earlier engine; the VQ35HR came later with a higher redline, revised heads, and a stronger bottom end.

Do you compression test every engine?

Yes. Every engine we sell, including this VQ35HR, is compression tested and visually inspected before it’s listed for sale.

Where do your engines come from?

We import them directly from Japan. Each listing states the actual mileage pulled from the donor vehicle.

Do you ship nationwide?

Yes. We ship across the United States. Contact our team if you need a shipping quote to your location before you buy.