1997 Nissan Leopard XV

Up for sale is a 1997 Nissan Leopard XV, elegantly finished in Super Black with a gray interior.

This Japanese-spec, right-hand drive vehicle is registered in Massachusetts. It features a metric instrument cluster, and the odometer reads approximately 123,200 kilometers or around 76,500 miles.

Factory-installed amenities include luxurious wool upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, stylish wood interior trim, power windows, locks, and mirrors, air conditioning, and a comprehensive audio/video entertainment system.

The seller reported modifications, including 17-inch Voltec Inter Milano wheels, a turbo timer, tinted windows, and a digital instrument cluster.

Nissan launched the fourth-generation Leopard in 1996, which is available solely as a hardtop sedan with frameless door windows. Built on the Y33 platform shared with Nissan's Cedric, Gloria, and Infiniti's Q45, this model could be equipped with a turbocharged V6 engine. All-wheel drive was an option for inline-6 variants, and production concluded in 1999 after nearly two decades.

The car is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine, delivering 266 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque. This power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Interior and Comfort:

• Wool upholstery
• Power-adjustable front seats
• Wood interior trim
• Power windows, locks, and mirrors
• Air conditioning
• Audio/video entertainment system

Upgrades:

• 17-inch Voltec Inter Milano wheels
• Turbo timer
• Tinted windows with rain guards
• Digital instrument cluster
• Japanese electronic toll device

Known issues:

The instrument cluster was replaced with a used unit in 2014, indicating the odometer now shows about 6,700 kilometers (or 4,200 miles) less than the original. The actual mileage remains uncertain. Other concerns include:

• Chips, scuffs, scratches, and fading paint on the exterior
• Curb rash and wear on the wheels
• Bubbles in the window tint
• A blemish on the driver's seat
• Non-functioning passenger-side rear power door lock (manual operation works)
• Some corrosion on the brakes

Recent service:

• Replacement of the catalytic converter
• Replacement of the oxygen sensor
• Replacement of the downpipe