The Nissan 350Z has long been replaced by the all-new 370Z but the tuning industry isn’t about to stop introducing performance upgrades for the Japanese sports car any time soon.

Now, Unichip Europe has released a new plug and play ‘U-connect’ piggy back ECU for the 350Z that adds another 20bhp raising the V6’s peak output from a measured 264bhp to a mighty 284 bhp. Similarly, torque increases by 26 lb.ft, bringing the total from 236 lb.ft to 262 lb.ft.

The company claims that the new ECU, which can store up to five different maps, can also accommodate future additional engine modifications including turbocharging.

Suitable for all models produced from 2003-2009 and carrying part number PPNIS01.0, the Nissan 350Z Unichip U-Connect package is available in the UK from the firm’s 28 dealers across the country.