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1977 Datsun 280z Zap Edition Yellow Original 80k Miles Nissan Extra Set Decals on 2040-cars
Year:1977
Mileage:80025
Location:
United States
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This is a rare original 1977 Datsun Special Edition 280Z with 80K of which around 1000 were produced. I am the third owner and have owned this car for seven years. The car was in the arid climate of Brownsville, Texas for 30 years and moved to Austin, TX 7 years ago.
Datsun called it the "ZZZap Z". Offered only in Bright Sunburst Yellow paint with special decal package, rear window shade and dual racing mirrors and side stripe decals. The Zap Z model was used as the pace car for the 1977 Long Beach Grand Prix. The ZZZap Z also received "Top", "Side" and "Deck" stripes, and I have an EXTRA SET OF DECALS/STRIPES (see Photo) to go with this car. I chose to keep the car as a "Survivor" with original paint (slight normal fade, please see photos) and decals, but with the extra decals you could make like brand new if you choose. The decals are from a set of 12 made a few years ago by an after market dealer. Car has a strong Engine that runs smooth with matching numbers and Automatic Transmission. The car passes Texas inspection every year without a problem. I have maintained the car as a survivor and have only done things that preserve it's original condition including over the last seven years: most of the work was performed by the renowned Z Clinic in Austin, TX. Valves adjusted/sparkplug wires/cap, R12 AC new compressor (Blows COLD) and muffler (2013) 4 like new Michelin Z-rated tires with low miles (2011) Minor Body work and paint where necessary to preserve including rear deck decal. Carpet Kit with original 280Z floor mats. New shocks and suspension rubber replaced where needed. Brake booster and master cylinder replaced, wheel cylinders rebuilt and new brake pads. Valves adjusted/sparkplug wires/cap. In addition: Had dual mirrors and Louver powdercoated in 2012 I have an EXTRA set of matching hubcaps I will include with the car. The car still has its original spare tire (never used) and jack with air can in back. Working AM/FM cassette (auto reverse) period radio with original speakers. Working Power Antenna EXTRA set of 280Z ZAP decals in excellent condition. This is an amazing hard to find collectible survivor 1977 280Z ZAP. Only a few have come to market in the last few years and only a couple with this low mileage and condition. It is a blast to drive in the city and on the highway. Everywhere I drive it, someone will come up and start a conversation about how cool it is. I am selling this car as is and representing it's condition as clearly as I can. I have made a video of the MY ACTUAL CAR over audio from a 1977 280Z commercial for you to see the car in action. Please cut and paste this link: http://youtu.be/MqVhIB3-dQg Please feel free to contact me with questions or if you need me to send you a link to the video. Buyer is responsible for picking up and shipping the car from Austin, Texas. On Oct-04-13 at 11:13:21 PDT, seller added the following information: I forgot to mention, I have the 1977 280z Service Manual on CD ROM I will include. I also had all of the belts replaced last year. From Internet Z CAR CLUB: THE Z CARS:
On Oct-10-13 at 12:21:33 PDT, seller added the following information: I wanted to add that I have had the manifold gaskets replaced and the exhaust system gone over as well. |
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