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== The Definitive Guide To Z31 Louvers ==

There were many companies that offered Louvers for the Z31 as this was a Popular styling option in the 80s. There were Rear Window Louvers, Side Window Louvers, and even Headlight Louvers. Here we will try to explain to the best of our ability the differences of each manufacture for these louvers.

=== Z31 Rear Window Louvers ===

![NISMO Rear Louver 84-86](images/louvers/nismorear.jpg)

=== 1984-1986 300ZX Factory Option Louvers (N/T & Turbo Models) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO Aftermarket Brand
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Factory option (possibly '85+). Fits 84–86 models without rear seats. Cutout for rear washer nozzle, top hinges, two rows of shade connectors, and mounting posts.

=== 1984-1986 300ZX Factory Option Louvers (2+2) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO Aftermarket Brand
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Fits all 84–86 2+2 models with rear seats. Top cutout for washer, hinges, shade connectors, posts for propping, high edges, 7 full shade slats (8th is edging), 30" tall.

=== 1987-1989 300ZX Factory Option Louvers (N/T & Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO Aftermarket Brand
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Raised top edge for third brake light, recessed middle slats, fits 87–89 without rear seats, 9 full shade slats (10th is edging), 34+” tall, two shade connector rows, door-type latches.

=== 1987-1989 300ZX Factory Option Louvers (2+2) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO Aftermarket Brand
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Raised top for third brake light, fits all 87–89 2+2 with rear seats, 7 full slats (8th is edging), 30” tall, latches to under side hatch trim.

=== 1984-1989 Chastain "Shadow Louvers" (N/T, Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Chastain, Glendale CA
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Desirable aftermarket, fits 84–89 without rear seats, may need mods for later models, washer cutout, rounded edges, 7 full slats, 34+” tall, latches may include locks.

=== 1984-1989 Interpart Louvers (N/T, Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Interpart
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Aftermarket, fits 84–89 without rear seats, washer cutout, angular trapezoid edges, 8 full slats, 34+” tall, some have locks/keys.

=== 1984-1989 MSA Louvers (N/T, Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Unknown, maybe later Interpart
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250–$300 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* MSA online, fits 84–89, washer cutout, rounded trapezoid, 10 full slats, 34+” tall, may have bottom rivets, rounded shape.

=== 1984-1989 ABS Plastic Louvers (N/T, Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Astra Hammond / Willpak
* Availability:
[https://sfxperformance.com/parts/AST1161.htm sfxperformance.com]
* Avg. Current Value:
* $250 (Used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* ABS Plastic
* Features:
* Currently manufactured, fits 84–89 without rear seats (2+2 version is shorter), washer cutout, 7 full slats (N/T, Turbo), 5 for 2+2, 34+” tall, secures with plates/bolts.

=== 1984-1986 Factory Option Inner Louvers (N/T & Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $500+ (Only found used in Japan/Europe)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Very rare; factory option on some 200ZR, fits 84–89, latches inside rear glass, 12+ full shade slats, may exist for models with rear seat.

==== Z31 Side Window Louvers ====

![Z31 Side Window Louvers](images/louvers/side.jpg)

=== Z31 Side Window Louvers Reference ===

Side louver options for all Z31 models, see breakdown below.

=== 1984-1989 MSA Aluminum Side Window Louvers (N/T, Turbo) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Unknown, maybe Interpart
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $150–$500 (sfxperformance.com, others)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Only aluminum side louvers, fits 84–89 without rear seats, secures with plates/bolts, ~7 shade slats, possible circular rivet on bottom.

=== 1984-1989 ABS Plastic Side Window Louvers (N/T, Turbo & 2+2) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Willpak
* Availability:
[https://sfxperformance.com sfxperformance.com]
* Avg. Current Value:
* $150 (new, sfxperformance.com)
* Material:
* ABS
* Features:
* Last currently made side louver, fits all 84–89 models, 2+2 versions are longer, 7 slats (edging included), secures with plates/bolts.

==== Z31 Headlight Louvers ====

![Z31 Headlight Louvers](images/louvers/Inquiztor.jpg)

=== Z31 Headlight Louvers Reference ===

Rare and custom headlight louver options for Z31. See details below.

=== 1984-1986 Custom Headlight Louvers (N/T, Turbo & 2+2) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Custom, Aftermarket
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $50+ (used)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Custom made, fits all 84–86, more square shape, 4 slats, secures with 2 bolts, lacks rounded corners.

=== 1987-1989 Aftermarket Headlight Louvers (N/T, Turbo & 2+2) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO Aftermarket
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $50+ (used)
* Material:
* Aluminum
* Features:
* Japanese aftermarket, fits 87–89 (maybe earlier), rounded corners, 4 slats, 2-bolt attachment.

=== Z31 Louvered Fog Lights ===

=== 1984-1989 NISMO Auto-Louvers (Fog Lights) ===

* Manufacturer:
* NISMO
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $100+ (used, possibly special order Japan)
* Material:
* Plastic & Aluminum
* Features:
* NISMO written on louver, fits all 84–89, clear lens, amber/clear bulb, rare Japanese aftermarket.

=== 1984-1989 Lumenators (Fog Lights) ===

* Manufacturer:
* Blazer Intl. Corp, Franklin Park, IL
* Availability:
* Not Available
* Avg. Current Value:
* $50+ (used, auctions/forums)
* Material:
* Plastic & Aluminum
* Features:
* 80s aftermarket, fits all 84–89, lacks NISMO logo, no lens, available in amber/clear, louvered look.

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