1974 Datsun 260Z

Collector Condition all Original

California car,  Mint Condition, 3 Owners

This 260Z is a very rare find due to its condition. It has 106k  miles, and has been kept in Original Condition since new. The first 2 owners were in RiversideCalifornia, it then came to Maryland in 2006. It was repainted in 2007. Only maintenance items have been done, otherwise in Mint Original condition, including the original Calif smog gear. Being a California car, it never had any rust, it has all of the original metal, no patches, bondo, or repairs. This car is just the way Datsun made them as new. This has to be one of the nicest examples in the country! Please see the 100 pictures and detailed description of condition.

Driving this car reminds you why these became so popular, and this car drives like new. Car is documented with original warranty card, owners manual, and some old service receipts.  

There are plenty of beat up and poorly restored ones out there. If you want the best in terms of originality, documentation, and future value, this is the car.

There are 100 photos, scroll down to see them all. Please e-mail me at hometownclassiccars@yahoo.com

Call Doug at 610-350-8594 with questions.

Body and Frame:

-No accident damage anywhere, No rust anywhere, No dents, or scratches. Always stored in a heated garage.

-Body seams are laser straight.

-Car has one repaint in 2007, as the original paint had dulled. The paint work is excellent, 8.5 out of 10. No dirt or fisheyes in the paint, very nicely done. There is one “heat blister” in the center of the hood, about 2 inches long, and two ¼ inch ones on the cowl. Tried to photo then but they are very hard to capture. Certainly, these do not detract from the overall appearance of the car, but need mentioning.

-All trim items are excellent, no sun damage on any of the black trim items.

-All glass is nice, new rubber seals installed when painted.

-Original bumpers are straight and in great shape, no dings.

Mechanical:

-Car drives like new, not much more I can add here. No bad habits.

-It is has a very light toss-able feel. You can really drive this car fast and confidently with very little effort.

-Power brakes work fine.

-Engine starts on the first pull with the manual choke, idles quietly at 650rpm, and runs very strong, revs smoothly to redline. No leaks under car. Has a small exhaust leak you can hear when cold, but diminishes when warmer.

-4-speed shifts smoothly. Clutch take-up is very smooth.

-Replacement aluminum mag wheels with newer Radial tires. -Dash gauges all work fine.

-All lights exterior and interior work fine.

-Has Factory AC, but it is not hooked up. All the pieces are there but I have not tried to get it working.

Interior:

-Interior is all original and in great condition. This has rare factory cloth seats that are very comfortable. Small tear in lower cushion on pass side.-

-Dash looks like new, no cracks or sun issues. Garage kept car.

-Headliner is great.

-Original retractable seat/shoulder belts in great shape.

-Original Hitachi AM/FM radio and power antenna work fine.

-Blower and heater work fine.

-Original signed Service book, and Warranty card, Owners manual.

-Original spare in trunk, has original tools and jack in bin behind seat.

-Comes with Calif Blue tags, repair and service books, 2 keys.

Pickup or Delivery:

You are welcome to inspect the car before the auction ends. We can help with shipping if you arrange it and pay for the car first.

For Shipment overseas, we charge a $350 fee to take it to the Baltimore MD Harbor. Please feel free to contact Doug at 610-350-8594 with any questions. I only accept Paypal for the $500 deposit, Balance wire transfer.

This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

Vechiles are sold as is, where is. I make every attempt to fully describe the cars, and disclose known issues. Please make financing arrangements prior to bidding, as the winning bidder will be expected to provide a $500 PayPal deposit in 2 days, and pay for the balance within 7 days.

I do not accept Paypal for the balance, only the deposit. Usually, a standard Bank Wire Transfer works best, and I will supply those details after I receive your deposit. Please call if you have any questions prior to bidding.

We have shipped cars all over the world, and will make every effort to assist buyers with their shipping needs. The buyer will have direct responsibility for hiring and managing the shipping company. We will deliver cars to the Baltimore Md. port  for shipment overseas, for a $350 fee.

I do not charge any extra fees on vechile sales.  State sales tax is paid in the state you reside, when you register the car there.  If you are a PA buyer, you will pay the sales tax when you register/title the car. We can do this at a nearby title service when you come to pick up the car.  If you need a 30 day PA transit tag, they charge $45 for this at the title service.