1983 Datsun 280zx Coupe, Silver, Manual Transmission, on 2040-cars
Santa Barbara, California, United States
For sale is a 1983 Datsun Nissan 280zx. Reliable daily driver. All work was done by professional mechanics with paperwork on file.
Recently Remanufactured Parts: - Power Steering Pump - Brakes Recently Replaced Parts: - Fuel Filter - Various Hoses - Fuel Injection Interior: - Great condition for its age. Very clean. See photos - New Console compartment cover - New interior glove box piece - Various new trim plugs - Dash cracks as pictured. - New headliner - Lock pillar trim is cracked at the screws - Headliner plastic trim should be replaced as it does not fit perfectly tight to the ceiling. Tires: - Rear tires have lower tread and should be replaced soon. - All wheels recently balanced. Paint: - Originally a brown 280zx - Previous owner had it repainted Silver (this is not a showroom quality paint job, and you will see imperfections) Rust: - Battery tray area - Minor signs of rust near exterior windshield trim. - Minor rust on rear side window exterior bolt - Minor signs in various areas (if you require full detail of certain areas please let me know) - The car looks good visually, unless you get close to inspect Transmission: - Manual is functioning if used gently and is reliable as a daily driver, but shows signs of age. Speed shifting will produce gear chirping in certain areas. - Recent fluid replacement Engine: - Feels very strong. Runs very smoothly. Idle is good. - Recently replaced value cover gasket - Minor leaks, nothing on concrete but some wetness Windows: - Windshield is not original, replaced by previous owner - Rear window has light tinting applied to protect interior plastic. - Power windows work Doors: - Driver side door creaks sometimes when opening - Passender door latch is a little loose, so the door does not close perfectly flush but locks - Door seals are worn, but do not seem to leak rain - Hatch seal is new and great condition - Hatch lifts are new, tight, and hold the hatch open properly Electric: - Power windows work - Power door mirrors work - Power locks work - warning voice works - Power antenna works - Alpine stereo works for radio, but cassette player does not. Unit can control the antenna. - Have never tried the rear defrosters due to the tint (was concerned it may damage the tint?) - Heater blows hot - Air Conditions blows cool, but not ice cold. Sometimes after running it for 5 minutes it stops. Fans are good. - Aspirator fan was disconnected due to it being noisy |
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