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Nissan 370Z

This Thursday (October 22) marks a special day for any automotive enthusiast. Back in 1969, Nissan Motor Company launched a sporty little coupe under the Datsun nameplate and called it the Z. Since its introduction, the Nissan Z has seen six generations of designs, so to celebrate the four decades of the car Nissan will offer a special package on the 2010 370Z. The classic lines of the 1970 Nissan 240Z live on today in the current model, but the limited edition package will be yet another way for Z car fans to pay homage to the legend.

Seeing as how the latest Z is already an excellent performance vehicle, all of the additions to the 40th Anniversary Edition package are aimed to highlight the car’s unique design. In marking the ruby anniversary, the 2010 Nissan 370Z will add exclusive red leather to the cabin on the seats and door panel inserts as well as red brake calipers to contrast the smoked 19-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels. Red stitching will accent the center stack, steering wheel, shift boot and kneepads to give the interior a unique look, while the embroidered seatbacks and floor mats further distinguish the package.

Offsetting the smoked wheels and the red accents, the 40th anniversary 370Z comes in an exclusive dark silver color that Nissan calls 40th Quartz. As is the case with any special edition car, this 370Z also gets unique badging on the rear hatch as well as the front strut tower brace under the hood. To protect what is sure to be a future collector’s car, the package also includes a satin car cover.

The 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition will be available in the spring of 2010 although pricing hasn’t been announced yet, but it appears that the anniversary edition will only be available on coupe models equipped with the Sport Package which automatically adds $3,000 to the base price – almost the full price ($3,626) that the original 240Z cost back in its first year.

Select photos via Nissan Motor Company

Auto journalists are all atwitter (literally!) about the 2010 model year. Why?

It seems 2010 is the beginning of the end for gas-powered guzzlers, low tech duds, poor performance and bad American design. Finally, new car buyers can look forward to fuel efficient vehicles, truly advanced technology, zippy performance and design that integrates the best of classic European, minimalist Asian and brash American appeal.

When thinking about buying a 2010 car, first check out this list of top 2010 model year vehicles.

• 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid: Ford’s 2010 Fusion Hybrid just has it all: a low price, excellent fuel economy, a roomy and comfortable interior with quality materials, seriously fun performance and lots of advanced technology features like Ford’s SYNC connectivity program.
• 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS: On my road test, I found the 2010 Chevy Camaro SS is a completely cool and utterly modern interpretation of this retro American muscle car. The amazing exterior design is only outdone by the kick ass performance of this sport coupe.
• 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350: While some consumers may think the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is geared more towards the older driver, don’t be fooled. This re-designed full-sized sedan is still best in class for performance, quality, design, safety and technology.
• 2010 Toyota Prius: Toyota’s third generation 2010 Prius has garnered much acclaim because this mid-sized sedan is still the most fuel efficient car on the road today. Plus, the 2010 Prius is a good deal with its rather low price, quirky design, high quality, zippy performance, top safety rankings and advanced technology.
• 2010 Nissan 370Z: Car writers are agog over the 2010 Nissan 370Z with its stunningly gorgeous and curvaceous exterior design as well as its coupe and convertible configurations. When can I test one out, Nissan?
• 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: Hyundai has figured out how to build a truly performance-minded sports coupe with excellent design and performance for a low price in its gorgeous 2010 Genesis Coupe.
• 2010 Buick LaCrosse: The interior of the 2010 Buick Lacrosse is the draw as GM interior engineers have built an ultra stylish cabin with truly cool central console and advanced tech features like back seat TV screens.
• 2010 Suzuki Kizashi: Like Hyundai, Suzuki has created a performance-minded car with excellent design, performance, quality and safety for a low price with its mid-sized 2010 Kizashi.
• 2010 Kia Soul: The 2010 Kia Soul is one of the funkiest cars on the road in a good way. Plus, the 2010 Kia Soul is fun to drive with zippy acceleration, excellent overall driving dynamics and top safety marks.
• 2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI: Diesel-powered cars are hot in Europe and for good reason since diesel fuel now has gained ultra clean emissions and lost that noisy ping-ping sound. The 2010 VW Golf TDI offers great fuel economy, performance, quality and design.

Sheryll Alexander is a lifestyles writer based in Costa Mesa, Calif. Follow me! @sheryllalexande