1978 Datsun 280z Red - Custom Soft Top Convertible - One Of A Kind No Reserve on 2040-cars
Tampa, Florida, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:Inline 6 2.8L
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Datsun
Model: Z-Series
Trim: Convertible
Options: Convertible
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 176,000
Exterior Color: Red
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Tan
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 6
Up for sale is a 1978 Datsun 280Z that has been professionally customized into a one of kind soft top convertible. I have owned countless Z-cars throughout my years of owning a Z-car specialty repair shop and this was one of my personal projects. Due to health reasons and retirement, I am selling it without it being 100% / show-room finished.
The car starts, runs, and stops strong. It has the original 2.8L Nissan motor, 5 speed transmission, factory A/C, aftermarket stereo, original interior (dashboard, cloth seats, carpet, etc) The soft top does need to be replaced. Paint is not perfect. Has the necessary sub-frame underneath for the additional reinforcement.
This car is not fully restored and would be a perfect project car for someone to put the finishing touches on. Car will run and drive strong, but has imperfections.
Car is located in Tampa, Florida and can be shipped nationwide at buyer's expense. I have shipped cars all across the nation and am comfortable doing it. This car has no reserve and will sell! Good luck bidding! For additional information, feel free to give me a call at 813-309-2343 - Brent.
On Aug-04-13 at 12:34:00 PDT, seller added the following information:
**This car is for sale locally and if the car sells before the auction ends, I have the right to end this auction with no sale.
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