Performance Air Filter Kit for Nissan 350Z, 370Z & Infiniti G / Q / EX (2006+)

High-Flow BMC Performance Air Filter for Nissan 350Z/370Z (Z33/Z34)

What it Does: The BMC performance panel air filter replaces the restrictive factory paper element on the Nissan 350Z and 370Z to significantly increase intake volumetric efficiency and sharpen throttle response.

The Stock Nissan 350Z/370Z Airflow Limitation

Factory air filtration in the Z33 and Z34 platforms relies on dense, resin-impregnated cellulose paper filters. While adequate for basic particulate retention, these OEM elements generate substantial pressure drop across the intake tract under high-load conditions. The tight cellulose fibers choke off CFM volume required by high-revving VQ35HR and VQ37VHR naturally aspirated powerplants, causing parasitic pumping losses, delayed tip-in throttle response, and rapid flow degradation as surface dust saturates the non-reusable media.

The Engineering Solution

The BMC FB483/20 panel filter implements an advanced multi-layer oiled cotton gauze media configured within an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. This architecture stabilizes pleat geometry against intake air depression, maximizing cross-sectional surface area without collapsing. The oiled cotton substrate captures particulates down to 7 microns while facilitating substantially higher laminar airflow into the dual factory airboxes.

Housed in a one-piece molded polyurethane perimeter seal with zero glued joints, it eliminates unmetered blow-by and drops directly into the OEM airbox with no MAF scaling or tune required.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the following vehicles (BMC fitment data):

• Infiniti EX 3.5 V6 [Full Kit] (301 HP) | 2008-2013
• Infiniti EX 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (324 HP) | 2013-2014
• Infiniti G25 2.5 V6 [Full Kit] (222 HP) | 2010-2013
• Infiniti G35 3.5 V6 [Full Kit] (310 HP) | 2007-2010
• Infiniti G37 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (320 HP) | 2007-2013
• Infiniti G37 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (340 HP) | 2007-2013
• Infiniti M37 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (320 HP) | 2010-2013
• Infiniti Q40 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (328 HP) | 2014-2015
• Infiniti Q60 I (V36) 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (330 HP) | 2014-2015
• Infiniti QX50 (J50) 3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (320 HP) | 2014-2017
• Nissan 350 Z3.5 V6 [Full Kit] (313 HP) | 2007-2008
• Nissan 370 Z3.7 V6 [Full Kit] (331 HP) | 2009+
• Nissan 370 Z3.7 V6 Nismo [Full Kit] (344 HP) | 2009+
• Nissan Skyline (V36) 250GT V6 [Full Kit] (225 HP) | 2006-2014
• Nissan Skyline (V36) 350GT V6 [Full Kit] (315 HP) | 2006-2008

BMC marks these applications as [Full Kit].

OEM Cross Reference (BMC): NISSAN 16546JK20A, FIAT GROUP 71743887

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the Z33 and Z34 350Z/370Z?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the Nissan 350Z and 370Z equipped with the dual-throttle VQ35HR and VQ37VHR engines. Note: Dual-intake engines require two filters to service both factory airboxes. Single-intake VQ35DE platforms use a different panel shape.

Does this filter require ECU tuning or cause MAF sensor errors?

No calibration is required; the drop-in design operates within standard fuel trim parameters while preserving OEM sensor integrity.

The Nissan VQ Caliber

High-revving Nissan VQ-series engines demand maximum atmospheric flow to perform at their upper RPM thresholds. Upgrading to BMC competition-grade filtration reduces restriction across the intake runners, sharpening high-RPM breathability and induction note without sacrificing filtration security.