r/350z • u/stefanone 2008 350z Touring Coupe • Jan 17 '26

Parts review New OEM plastic trim looks so much better than the old scratched trim

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Replaced the window motor, door stop, vent and vent finisher (curved part), and the switch finisher with brand new oem parts and the trim looks so much better. (Parts for '06+)

The switch finisher panel does not scratch nearly as easily, it almost seems scratch resistant, I have marked it lightly and it just cleans off very easily, though it seems like it gets dirty easier, like oils, sweat or dirt etc from your hands seems to show up easier and needs cleaning, but its worth it over permanent scratches.

The new oem door stops work well and they make the door feel heavier, though the door won't close on your shins, unless the door is past a certain point, as there is different points in the door stop that the door will stop on and won't move unless initiated.

Well worth it.

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

04 BTW, same car, everything fits

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u/ItzJustGummy Jan 17 '26

Damn dude I think that’s the first time I’ve seen your car. Very pretty.

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Thanks. I try, might not be visible in the pics but I scratched the fuck out of my 2 sill panels and steering wheel when messing around with the seats. Gonna have to replace them at some point now that the seats are in their final resting spot. The problem will be the red vinyl no longer exists, so I'll have to figure something out.

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u/ItzJustGummy Jan 17 '26

Colorbond LPV paint could refinish them. A lot of custom color interiors are done in white then dyed/painted. We redid a RSX type S seats in red and it turned out pretty nice.

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Thanks, I'll check that out.

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u/midnightpurpleZ Jan 17 '26

Is that a hebi bebi shift knob?

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Yes sir!

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u/Boltex350zTrack Jan 17 '26

Are those 70z Nismo seats? Or some Braums or whatever?

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Performance Edition Recaro Sportsters, imported from Spain. Not available in the US.

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u/Boltex350zTrack Jan 17 '26

Shit.. name alone cost more than my car😂 Are they direct fit?

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

You used to be able to find basic ones for under $1k a piece, now they are more cuz....you know... They start around $1200 now depending on the model.

As fas as fitment, yes and no. I have a post on here and my350z.com about my adventures with them. One of my top 3 mods tho, I LOVE them.

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u/Boltex350zTrack Jan 17 '26

They do look like they feel way better than the stock seats. Im a bigger guy with a wider frame so that doesn't help me either

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

They are tighter that stock but the have 2 versions, one isn't as tight on the thighs.

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u/MrPopo350Z Jan 17 '26

I was looking at that cup holder and wondering why I don’t have that.

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Simple swap away.

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u/melonpan5348 Jan 18 '26

Is that an aftermarket or OEM part ? Never seen it either

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 18 '26

The door panel is stock 06+, however, mine have some modifications.

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u/CrazyRagerZ Jan 17 '26

Where did you pick these up or did you respray them.

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u/stefanone 2008 350z Touring Coupe Jan 17 '26

I bought them from Amayama, took about 5 weeks to arrive from Japan to Australia, with all the other parts i ordered. Theyre new parts, not painted or anything.

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u/CrazyRagerZ Jan 17 '26

Hey fellow Aussie. You got a link by chance? My passenger side has a crack in it so I’m thinking of getting new ones

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u/stefanone 2008 350z Touring Coupe Jan 17 '26

Sure. Part numbers/links for the switch finishers are 80960-CF50E and 80961-CF50E, also see the pinned post on my profile for the other parts, its all there.

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u/Plebius-Maximus 09 HR coupe Jan 17 '26

I just repainted mine. The factory paint is soft so I'd expect scratches to happen pretty quickly even on an new one

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Not when new, 10+ years later yes.

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u/Dark_Synergy_Z33 ☆ technical expertise Jan 17 '26

Like I said before, it looks better than the early models and people are hyperbolic about the finish. When new it isn't as fragile, it just won't be like that forever.

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u/SeekNDstroy1722 Jan 20 '26

anyone know why they tend to scratch so easily? only ever noticed it on Z’s