SUPER-CLEAN SOUTHERN 280ZX, SLICK PAINT & INTERIOR, STRONG INLINE 6, 5-SPEED!!

1979 Datsun Z-Series 280ZX Description

This handsome 1979 Datsun 280ZX represents the last of the 2-seater Z-cars that changed the automotive landscape in the 1970s. As some newer models prove, ars like this will always have a place in our garages and in our hearts, nd this Z is a fantastic way to enjoy the ride.Looking at the shape, t's clear that there's a little bit of E-Type Jag in there, aybe a hint of Corvette, nd plenty of MG, oo. Fast, ight, gile, nd affordable, ven today, his Z is a delight. It's also nicer than most, ith a recent repaint in the original Maroon Mist metallic, hich is a perfect '70s burnt orange kind of color that still looks great. It's also been fitted with a deeper chin spoiler that accentuates the long, ean, ow look of the Z without taking away from the clean overall look. Cars like this were often put away as sunny-day drivers, nd as a result, his one shows none of the bumps and bruises of the daily grind. Chrome was still in fashion, o there are plenty of bright pieces, ncluding both bumpers, he stainless around the windows, nd even the rub strips along the sides, ll of which remains in very good shape. Even things like the rubber bumper overriders are supple and haven't been cooked by UV rays, uggesting that this car has led a very sheltered existence.One of the Z-car's biggest successes is the interior, hich is both sporting and functional. The bucket seats were designed by guys who knew the car would be used to its potential, o they have thicker bolsters than most cars of the period, nd grippy cloth instead of vinyl helps hold you in place. Of course, ll of this remains in great condition, howing only very minor wear aside from some light discoloration of the plastic parts, ost notably the steering wheel and console, ut it's not particularly noticeable. The dash is full of easy-to-read instruments, ncluding a row of auxiliary gauges in the center, look that is still evident today in the Nissan GT-R. This particular 280ZX is also luxurious, eaturing factory A/C, ower windows and locks, nd an AM/FM/cassette stereo, ll of which are fully functional. There's a positively massive trunk area under the rear hatch, ecause this is the 2-seater model, nd the original carpets show almost no wear or fading, hich is a rare thing in a car with that much hatch glass.The L28E 2.8 liter inline-six is a fantastic motor. Torquey, et eager to rev, t was enlarged to better suit American driving tastes, s well as to make the automatic transmission a reality. It still has that same baritone wail that epitomizes big-horsepower inline-sixes, nd because it's a Nissan, t's reliable and smooth. The engine bay is a bit crusty but retains almost all its original equipment, nd that tangle of hoses is how the factory did it, ut don't worry, t has all been regularly serviced and is in excellent running condition. An MSD ignition has been added and it fires easily and idles smoothly, o don't be afraid to rev it. It's quite clean underneath thanks to a lifetime in Georgia, nd it doesn't look like there's much deviation from stock, s it even wears its original catalytic converter. The 5-speed manual transmission is a pleasure to run through the gears and stylish Koenig alloy wheels wear 215/60/15 Kumho blackwall radials for an updated look.Today, s when it was new, his 280ZX is a lot of performance for the money. Call today!