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1983 Datsun 280zx Turbo 2 Seater! 5 Speed Manual & T-tops! on 2040-cars

US $5,500.00
Year:1983 Mileage:138000 Color: Jade Grey Metallic /
 Grey
Location:

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Boulder, Colorado, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.8 Liter Turbo
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: JN1CZ04S2DX758078 Year: 1983
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: DATSUN
Model: Z-Series
Trim: Fully Loaded with Leather/Digital Trim Package
Options: Leather Seats
Drive Type: 5 Speed Manual Transmission
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 138,000
Exterior Color: Jade Grey Metallic
Interior Color: Grey
Disability Equipped: No
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

I am moving and unfortunately have decided that it is time for my Datsun to find a new home. Up for sale is a 1983 Datsun 280ZX Turbo. It is in exceptional condition compared to other ZXs of its era and it took me a year and a half of looking before I found this specific one amongst all of the poorer ones for sale. If you are looking for a Z of this era then like me this is the one you are looking for; all original, exceptionally straight body, very clean interior, not modified, etc.  It runs beautifully, starts right up, purrs smoothly at idle, shifts through the gears cleanly and the turbo really pulls. As with any 30 year old car it does have its quirks and items that need attention.  Following I will list in detail all the good and bad that I know about so there are no surprises if you decide to purchase the car.  This would make a wonderful simple project car with fun and easy projects here and there without having to get into a full restoration.  The body is in exceptional condition and has the original paint, there are a few minor dings but very few.  It has never been smoked in and has a nice clean interior.  I purchased the vehicle in Denver from the second owner and it was purchased new here in Boulder, Colorado and I have the original window sticker shown in the picture listing.  I'll list some details below:


Details:
- 1983 Datsun 280ZX Turbo
- 5 speed manual transmission
- 2 seater coupe (not 2+2)
- T-tops
- Fully loaded with all options from the dealer
- Power everything
- Original wheels in great condition with good tires
- Stock condition -- no ridiculous modifications
- Interior in excellent condition; seats are in great shape but there are some coffee stains on the carpet
- Always garaged or covered (comes with a top of the line custom fit cover)
- Lots of spare parts; engine, interior, T-top, etc. (please ask if you would like more exact detail on the whole list of extra parts that come with)
- Original documents with lots of receipts, manual, parts catalogue, etc.
- Fully ensured and currently titled with up to date emissions
- Original T-Top bags for storage in the rear hatch
- New battery
- On-board diagnostic check still functions and the automatic voice warning system still talks to you
- Power windows, power side mirrors, heated side mirrors

New Parts:
- Custom top of the line car cover from Motorsportauto.com
- New rear hatch lift cylinders, hatch lifts perfectly on its own to full open
- New custom dash cap from Black Dragon automotive (not yet installed)

Some items that need attention/repair so there are no surprises;
- windshield washer does not spray
- headlight washer does not spray
- cruise control does not operate
- climate control system was disconnected by a previous owner
- rust in spare tire well and above windshield frame
- reverse lights appear to have an electrical short and don't operate properly
- passenger side is missing T-Top shade
- drivers side is missing the A-pillar trim
- drivers side door panel is missing arm rest
- the original radio is not in the car and no radio is provided, it does have the power antenna option but it is not hooked up


Please see the pictures and please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like specific pictures of anything.  Thanks for your interest and I hope you like what you see!


On Feb-13-13 at 08:03:20 PST, seller added the following information:

Additional Notes: The car is sold as is and has no warranty or guarantees beyond thorough disclosure of all known issues in good faith.  Car is currently up for local sale and could be sold before the auction is complete.

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