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Original 1971 Datsun 240z

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Location: Littleton, Colorado, United States
Condition: Used
Make: Datsun
Model: Z-Series
Type: Coupe
Year: 1971
Mileage: 74,194
VIN: HLS3023733
Color: Safari Gold
Engine size: L24
Number of cylinders: 6
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Black
Vehicle Title: Clear

1971 Datsun Z-Series Description

Original 1971 Datsun 240z. I purchased the car in 2011 from a gentleman in Montana who claimed to have purchased it new in Denver back in 71. It's a very clean, straight car and a great candidate for a restoration. Odometer reads 74,194 miles but I assume that it's rolled over once. It has been repainted before with the original Nissan Safari Gold. I currently drive it a few times a week during the warmer months but stays in the garage during the winter. I have replaced a lot on it but it still needs some work. I will try to include all the details.
The Good:

Original L24 motor I refreshed back in 2015; new rings, bearings, gaskets, valve seals, etc. Runs strong. Repainted block with original Nissan blue paint
Recored original radiator
Replaced clutch, starter, alternator, battery, oil pump, clutch master and slave cylinders
Dash in very good shape with only a 1 long inch crack in the middle
Original AM/FM radio
Body is very straight and no evidence that it has been in an accident
Floorboards have no rust
Hatch has no rust
No rust under battery tray
Driver side rear quarter panel was replaced by previous owner. No sign of rust.
Original glass and weather stripping
Tires are like new
Original wheels and hubcaps come with it

The Bad:

Paint is fading. It looks good from 10 feet away
Small dent in the nose of the hood
Rust is starting to come through on the passenger side lower rear quarter panel
There is some surface rust on frame rails behind front wheels. See pics
There is a small oil leak from what appear to be the oil pan gasket, which I blame myself for. It isn't bad enough that I've take the time to replace yet.
Tach and clock don't work
Turn signal works to the right but left you have to hold the lever. Common issue
Seats are starting to tear.

I welcome test drives and can assist with shipping. If you have any questions, please ask.