[12][13] However, in April 2022, Nissan announced that worldwide deliveries of the Z will be delayed until mid 2022, due to the impact of the supply parts.

[15] Nissan announced that the Z would not be available for European markets including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Türkiye and Ukraine, due to strict emissions and noise regulations.

[17] Following the introduction of the Z, Nissan announced that a manual and automatic transmission launch edition will be on sale before the production model.

Nissan claimed they introduced this Proto to honor its predecessors heritage and to "gauge customer and fan interest for potential future accessory offerings".

Other upgrades includes: SynchroRev Match rev-matching system for manual transmission models, GT-R-inspired paddle shifters with launch control for automatic transmission models, an even sportier suspension setup over the Sport trim, larger brake rotors with 14.0-inch for the front and 13.8-inch in the rear and also red floating aluminum calipers with 4-piston up front and 2-piston for the rear.

For the Performance trim, Nissan also offers a mechanical clutch-type limited-slip differential, 19-inch Rays super lightweight forged alloy wheels with Bridgestone Potenza S007 high-performance street tires, front and rear spoilers to improve downforce, sports dual exhaust outlets, heated leather seats with four-way power-adjustable, 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment with navigation, NissanConnect services and 8-speaker Bose audio system.

The car only featured the 9-speed automatic transmission with Nismo-tuned clutch packs and engine management software.

Nissan revealed the reason behind the absence of a manual transmission version is because of performance loss due to slower gear changes.

Chassis upgrades include additional bracing, increasing torsional rigidity by 2.5 percent over the Z Performance.

In case of suspension upgrades, stiffer bushings, mounting points and larger dampers were added to the Z Nismo.

Interior of the car featured a red and black color theme, along with the new Recaro bucket seats, revisions were made to the steering wheel, speedometer as well as for the infotainment system.

The engine also features direct injection and variable valve timing, running up to 14.7 psi (101 kPa) of boost.

Manual transmission models get a carbon-fibre driveshaft, an EXEDY performance clutch, and a rev-matching system on downshifts.

It is also offered with an optional 9-speed Mercedes-Benz 9G-Tronic automatic transmission with launch control, manufactured under license of Jatco and re-branded as "JR913E".

The interior features a customizable 12.3-inch TFT instrument display, programmable shift indicator, three analog gauges that shows turbocharger boost, turbocharger tach (rpm), and battery voltage (which are perched on top of the dash, angled towards the driver), manually adjustable sport bucket seats similar to those found in the GT-R and can be adjusted eight-way for the driver side and four-way on the passenger side.

Cloth seats with synthetic suede inserts, and a full cadre of safety nannies and driver-assistance gear are also offered.

Standard safety and tech includes; lane departure warning, automatic braking with pedestrian detection, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Intelligent Cruise Control.

It also comes with even wider tires than the 370Z, larger diameter monotube shocks, and enhanced body rigidity to help improve cornering.

On race day, the NDDP Z incurred a drive-through penalty early on so Chiyo and Takaboshi had to fight from 12th to ultimately finish 4th.

NDDP Racing came in 2nd for the championship standings as Team Impul eclipsed them in the series ranking with a 2nd place finish during the final round.

In June 2022, Nissan introduced the Z Racing Concept at 2022 Super Taikyu Series, 24 hours of Fuji round.

The car would make its physical debut at the SEMA Auto Show in November, 2022 and deliveries to begin in the first half of 2023.