Series 1 datsun 240z

I have only owned the car about a month and a half but will attempt to share as much information as i know. After acquiring the car the current owner set about fixing what needed to be fixed while paying close attention to keeping it original. This car was likely sold new in very early 1971, thus titled as. This 1971 datsun 240z was built in may of 1970 and delivered new to munson datsuns of marion, indiana. Light rust nothing through and through floor pan are good so is back hatch area is good as you seen pics so are rockers car is a rare color blue has not been started in years motor turns over fine its not matching number engine was dealer installed 1971 if youd. Then you need to stop at motoexotica classic cars to warm up to this meticulous rotisserie nut and bolt restoration series 1 1971 datsun 240z, a prime example of datsun. Series 1 datsun 240z for sale datsun zseries 1971 for.

The 240z was a pivotal product for datsun in 1970, and it set the stage for nissan sports cars to this day. The reproduction dashes fit all 19691973 240z models, using the same manufacturing process as the original injection molded foam and vacuum formed vinyl and best of all, no core is needed. Delivery fee varies depending on the destination country, size and weight of the order. This car was made in november 1970, therefore it is 1 of. This is 1 of the greatest japanese sports cars of all times. Sell used 1971 datsun 240z series 1 in sacramento, california. Light rust nothing through and through floor pan are good so is back hatch area is good as you seen pics so are rockers car is a rare color blue has not been started in years motor turns over fine its not matching number engine was dealer. This 1973 datsun 240z is available in its original color mexican orange with a black interior. Series 1 s30 datsun 240z, produced january 1971 at nissan. It is the direct lineal ancestor of the current 370z. One of the most successful sports car lines ever produced, the trendsetting s30 was designed by a team led by yoshihiko matsuo, the head of. These switches are so interconnected and they are fairly complex in the functions they support.

Datsun 240z 260z 280z 280zx 197383 clutch flywheel bolt set 6 crank oe bolt 555. This is a super rare, original ultralow vin series 1 240z in extremely nice, low mile condition. Datsun 240z classics for sale classics on autotrader. Classic series 1 z car has been amazingly well preserved and nicely restored. The balance of the datsun series 1 cars, built through the middle of 1971, are the second most valuable. In the fall of 1969, the datsun 240z changed those opinions instantly and forever. These were the purest expressions of the z car family, thanks to its clean lines free from ugly safety bumpers and drivetrains unencumbered by emissionsrelated equipment that would strangle the later cars. The first two generations, s30 240z 260z280z and s 280zx of zcar were powered by a straightsix engine, part of the l series of nissan engines, which powered most of their vehicles until the early 1980s with a displacement of 2. One of the most successful sports car lines ever produced, the trendsetting s30 was designed by a team led. The 240z you see pictured here was bought new in okinawa, japan by u. Its in incredibly good and mostly unmodified original shape. So all series ii cars were sold as 1971 model year cars because they were produced after jan. They are identified by the fresh air exhaust vents located on the rear hatch. All series iii cars were by law federal sold as 1972 model year 240z s and all series iv cars were sold as 1973 model year cars.

In its debut year, datsun marketed the 240z as a highperformance personal twopassenger fastback with a 2. With datsun 240z values finally reaching their true worth. The series ii 240z was built between february and august 1971. The devil is in the details with series 1 cars, and most enthusiasts want to find one that has all of the impossibletosource series 1 parts still attached. Datsun quickly realized that they had hit the mark with the modern lines and overheadcam 6cylinder that redlined at. All series 1 cars are identifiable by the two external vents on the rear liftgate under the. Jul 26, 2017 the biggest bang for the buck is a series 2 240z in clean, closetostock condition. The first series i cars produced between late 1969 and early 1970 are identified by the freshair exhaust vents located on the rear hatch.

What to look for in a datsun 240z, 260z, and 280z hagerty media. This is a very nice example of a series 1 datsun 240z. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. A rising tide lifts all boats, so as the early series 1 cars continue to appreciate, the series 2.

I think rdefabri will recognize the name as we had all posted on the z forums around 2003 or so last time i did at least and i think it was. Imsa gtu widebody kit with frontrear quarter panels and g nose from bob sharp racing via tilton engineering. A rising tide lifts all boats, so as the early series 1 cars continue to appreciate, the series 2 cars are. Radiator exhaust alternator starter head gasket american racing wheels with toyo tires master cylinder brakespads and rotors fuel pump and filter various hoses valve adjustment spark plugs and wires weather stripping tune up. This 1971 datsun 240z was built in may of 1970 and delivered new. All series 1 cars are identifiable by the two external vents on the rear liftgate under the window and chrome 240z badges on the rear sail panels.

Wanted 1970 series one datsun 240z page 4 ferrarichat. Early datsun 240s are one of the darlings of the collector car hobby right now, and its easy to see why. I never even ended up registering it, i currently have a collection of 6 datsuns so i dont have time to get to this one this winter. The collector is a weekly series produced in association with gear patrol everyone knows the datsun 240z. Ive owned four s30 z cars and this one is by far the nicest of them all. Dec 31, 2018 a datsun 240z series 1 survivor continued amazingly the car didnt rust away to nothing while it sat in annas backyard, likely because of the dry california climate. The nissan s30 is the first generation of z gt twoseat coupes, produced by nissan motors. The datsunnissan lseries is one of the most reliable series engines the 1970s gave us, and has rightly become an icon in japaneseamerican automotive history. This 1971 datsun 240z is a desirable series 1 car, produced within the window of time when the earliest models were rolling off the assembly line. Mostly original unmolested early production 970 series 1 datsun 240z with a clean open title.

If youd like to read more about this car or make an offer on it you can visit the ebay listing by clicking the red button below. These are based on my 1971 240z, but i suspect they will be similar for a wide range of datsuns. What you need to know before buying a 19701973 datsun 240z. All series iii cars were by law federal sold as 1972 model year 240zs and all series iv cars were sold as 1973 model year cars. I purchased the car from the second owner who had owned the car for over 30 years. Originally purchased by pete redfern the number 1 draft pick out of usc to the minnesota twins. I am the third owner and have owned the car for three years. Bid for the chance to own a 21kmile 1971 datsun 240z series i at auction with bring a trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Results include ads from the february, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. The lseries spanned a wide displacement range of 1. Larry, i forgot to suggest some time ago to contact a user on a zcar forum, user 26thz.

Jada toys jdm tuners 1972 datsun 240z diecast car, 1. The datsun 240z is a timeless treasure ode to doug demuro duration. This is a 1970 datsun 240z classic car in tulsa ok posted on oodle classifieds. The s30 series was replaced in 1979 by the nissan s.

Then you need to stop at motoexotica classic cars to warm up to this meticulous rotisserie nut and bolt restoration series 1 1971 datsun 240z, a prime example of datsuns classic twoseater. Body was done with laid glass cloth and not chopper gunned. Adatsun 240z series 1 survivor the 240z you see pictured here was bought new in okinawa, japan byu. Inner shift boot for datsun 240z series 1, 196981971. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. I bought this car a few years ago because of its originality. Differences between the fairlady zg and an exportmarket datsun 240z include an. The restoration consisted of a combination of new authenticate nissan parts, original reconditioned parts and oem parts. Inner shift boot for datsun 240z series 1, 196971, jdm. The biggest bang for the buck is a series 2 240z in clean, closetostock condition. No reserve auction for ultra rare early datsun 240z original condition low vin car.

The series i 240z is easily distinguished by the air exhaust vents built into its hatch, a design cue that disappeared with the series ii cars when the vents became circular and were relocated to the cpillar with the car also gaining larger sun visors, swapping in a speedometer starting at 0 mph rather than. These were the purest expressions of the z car family, thanks to its clean lines free from ugly safety bumpers and drivetrains unencumbered by emissionsrelated equipment that would strangle. Brian rabold, hagertys valuation services senior manager, the z redefined what an affordable sports car could be, and in some ways helped seal the fate of british sports cars. The nissan s30 sold in japan as the nissan fairlady z and in other markets as the datsun 240z, then later as the 260z and 280z is the first generation of z gt twoseat coupes, produced by nissan motors, ltd. Series 1 datsun 240z for sale datsun zseries 1971 for sale. This 240z is in driver condition but needs some rust repairs and paint to be considered a nicer vehicle. Datsun 240z 260z 280z 196978 driveshaft propeller shaft bolt oem new 463.

This is a 20162017 restoration with only a few miles on the odometer. This is a documented series 1 240z legally titled here in colorado as a 1971. Recently, in 2018 the car was disassembled, stripped, and placed on a rotisserie, where careful rebuild and bodywork were performed. Titled 1971 datsun 240z manufactured october 1970 series one edition second owner 2008 it received outstanding in class award for second place and in 2009 it received h. Monte carlo rally tokyo torque series 4 164 diecast model car 47020 d. I was going to fix a few of the little needs it has but i never got around to it.

This is a very collectible early z z cars with this low vin and these period correct features are extremely rare, especially in this condition. He had a sevenseason career in the majors, from 19761982, all with the minnesota twins. Then you need to stop at motoexotica classic cars to warm up to this meticulous rotisserie nut and bolt restoration series 1 1971 datsun 240z, a prime example of datsun s classic twoseater. Though not one of the first 500, series 1 models in general are sought after by collectors. Jul 14, 2019 ryans modified datsun 240z is an incredible piece of japanese car art jdm legends tour pt.

In its debut year, datsun marketed the 240z as a highperformance personal two passenger fastback with a 2. Ryans modified datsun 240z is an incredible piece of japanese car art jdm legends tour pt. First introduced as the fairlady z in japan in 1969, the z car has become one of the most. Beautiful albeit not terribly original styling combined with a smooth 2. All dashes have the hazard and cigarette lighter holes covered exactly as they came from the factory, and you can order your new dash for either a. Up for auction is a nicely restored 1971 240z series i with the authentic rare hand throttle feature.