DATSUN 280Z

1979 Datsun Z-Series Description

I am relisting this for my son. We almost made it last time so here is your chance.

Let's try this again. No more guessing! Low starting price, O RESERVE. The new pricing is buyer friendly and we would like to see someone have this car. Happy bidding!

Not sure about something? Please ask a question; I will tell you everything I know.

You are bidding on my son’s 1979 Datsun 280ZX. This is his first car and has been a learning experience for him. He purchased the car with the hope of driving it and slowly restoring it over time. The first lesson he learned was about Arizona smog laws (we recently moved here). Apparently the previous owner had it registered in an area where smog checks were not required but we missed that part of the story. When the boy went to register the car he had to smog it. The car passed everything except the idle test. The repairs for a new catalytic converter were too expensive for him at this time so he is selling (estimate around $400.00). If you live in a “no smog required” area then this should not be an issue for you.

The odometer reads 161,XXX miles and the previous owner says the engine was rebuilt around 25K ago. The engine runs strong and the car is fun to drive.

The car drives pretty good for its age but has a few things we need to note:

· 6 cylinder with 5 speed manual transmission

· New battery

· Alternator works but is not exact model for this year car

· Front tires are new

· Rear tires show wear but are drivable

· Turbo hood, ut no turbo on this engine

· No A/C but the under dash parts are there and could be installed

· Arizona car so body is solid, owever rubber and plastic parts beat up from heat and sun

· Transmission mount is worn and makes a “clunk” when shifted (Transmission seems fine)

· New interior carpet on floor

· Do not have keys for doors as new ignition was installed by previous owner

· Passenger window crank missing

· Some bushings replaced but still needs suspension work and alignment

· Condition of brakes is unknown; we have not looked at them

· Flat black paint (looks like Plasti Dip to me)

· There may be other issues that I have not listed or are aware of (it’s a 1979 Datsun)

This vehicle is of course not perfect but it is VERY cool. She needs a home where someone with a few more dollars than a high school kid has to get her back up to speed. The title is clean and can be transferred easily; your smog situation will need to be considered.

The car is sold “as is” with no warranty expressed or implied. I have uploaded a sample of pictures but we can provide more if you need greater detail. I do not have time to arrange shipping for the buyer but I will provide “reasonable assistance” to the buyer and their chosen shipper. I reserve the right to determine what “reasonable assistance” means. The vehicle is not currently registered so driving to a location will be an issue. Feel free to contact me if you have shipping questions.