AUTOart brings the early-chapter legend of Wangan Midnight to the fore with the 1:18 Nissan Fairlady Z “Akuma no Z” Comic #1 Version.

AUTOart expands its representation of the Wangan Midnight lineage with a model based on the Comic #1 appearance of the iconic S30-series Fairlady Z. This version draws directly from the manga’s earliest depiction of the machine, presenting proportions, bodywork shapes and stance features that reflect its illustrated origin rather than a production-accurate configuration.

Specifications

Produced at 1:18 scale, the model uses AUTOart’s composite construction to recreate the long-nose silhouette of the S30 platform. The extended front section, lowered profile and distinctive curves are shaped to match the form seen in the manga’s first volume. Functional elements, such as opening panels, follow the brand’s standard engineering approach for this scale, supporting display versatility without altering the vehicle’s visual outline.

Accessories and Features

The Comic #1 Version includes design cues lifted directly from the early artwork: period-style wheels, simplified interior treatment and exterior details shaped to echo the illustrated interpretation of the car. The front fascia, lighting housings and aerodynamic additions are arranged to maintain consistency with the early-series depiction, giving the model a stylised but source-accurate presence.

Release Details

Listed under item number 77453, the AUTOart 1:18 Nissan Fairlady Z Wangan Midnight “Akuma no Z” Comic #1 Version enters the catalogue as part of the manufacturer’s ongoing releases tied to Japanese performance and manga-derived vehicles. It provides collectors with a representation of the Z car as it appeared at the beginning of the Wangan Midnight storyline, distinct from later and more heavily modified iterations.