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Rare 1976 76 Datsun Nissan 280z 280 Z Zx Classic Car Barn Find Project Hls-30 on 2040-cars

Year:1976 Mileage:99999
Location:

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Sell It Now

Description

In the next several weeks, we will be auctioning a number of scarce project cars that have been barn stored by a local collector / enthusiast for years. There are a number of cars that are fairly unique and rare, and are all in various stages of repair. Note that many of these are in need of a complete major restoration, and none are able to drive away. They do have clear titles and would be great projects for the right individual.

You are looking at an original 1976 Datsun 280Z Sport Coupe. Please scroll down and enjoy the 200+ photos. If you cannot view all the photos, please click here. 

It was our consignor's daily driver for many years before it developed a rod knock a few years ago: fair body, poor interior, bad floor pans, 4 speed, was very quick & handled like a go-cart , missing the radiator (criminal tenant a few years ago who stole a number of batteries & radiators). This car would make a good track or race car. It needs a complete major restoration.

Condition Report

Original car stored for year in barn. This car is in need of a restoration or recondition and has not been turned over or ran in years. Title and keys included, probably not for the weekend restorer but better than many of the other cars. Tires have some dry rot. Please see photos and description for complete details on vehicle condition.

Additional Details:

We cannot warranty any parts and as with any vintage vehicle, they are always a project in some way. Collector cars are many times temperamental and reliability can be a factor on some. We also did not test any accessory or feature.

To be clear, this vehicle is a project car or for parts. It does not run and the condition of any component is unknown. The automobile needs to be transferred on a trailer to the destination. The title is free and clear, and we are also requiring a bill of sale be signed by the new owner stating this car is being purchased as-is as a project car. 

Please call our store at (414) 727-0600 for additional information on this vehicle. Best of all, we are selling this beauty with NO RESERVE, but do reserve the right to end the auction early as it is for sale locally. Good luck in the auction.

Auction Terms and Conditions:

This vehicle is sold strictly as-is-as shown without any set aside for problems or issues. We welcome and encourage inspection of all vehicles prior to bidding because opinions may vary. All listings are described as accurately as possible. If you plan to have a vehicle inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to bidding. Buyer is responsible for any inspection charges and fees.

When you place a bid on a vehicle, you are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle. The successful high bidder needs to contact us within 48 hours of auction end and submit payment by means of cashier’s check (verifiable) or wire transfer within 7 days of auction end. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, and any applicable title service fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered.

All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility. We can help with shipping arrangements but will not be responsible in any way for claims arising from shipping damage. We assume no responsibility for damages incurred after the vehicle leaves our possession. We are not affiliated with any carrier. Any claims or other communication regarding shipment of vehicles will be between you and the shipper, not with the seller.

The terms of sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin without regard to any conflict of laws or provisions thereof that might indicate the applicability of laws of any other jurisdiction. The venue for all legal proceedings shall be in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.

Photographs

The full catalog of photographs appear below the text. Please make sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to view all the photograph before bidding on the item.

General Shipping Information We offer alternative shipping methods, depending on the item and shipping destination, that includes the following:

  • Local pickup of the item is welcome at our Wauwatosa, Wisconsin location
  • Bidders from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri (St. Louis area only), Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin we can offer you less expensive shipping through a local carrier. Please contact us with your postal code for a quote.
  • International Bidders bidding on items too large to be shipped through USPS services. Please contact us with your postal code for FedEx Great Rate shipping quotes.
  • US bidders on coin operated items can contact North American Van Lines at 1-800-959-8880 and choose option #2 for the eBay/Gaming Team for blanket wrapped shipping service. We have used North American Van Lines in the past with great success.
  • International bidders on items too large for package services can obtain a quote for crate packing and boat shipping to most any destination. We routinely ship to Australia, Austria, The Netherlands, The UK, Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, Hong Kong, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore and Japan.
  • International bidders note that shipping quotes import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.

Auction Terms

  • Due to the age and no control over the future use of this item, it is sold strictly as-is as-shown without warranty expressed or implied.
  • We also reserve the right to cancel bids from bidders with excessive negative feedback.
  • You are welcome to schedule an appointment to inspect this item in person while the auction is running.
  • We are not responsible for any small detail left out of the description as we are a consignment store and not experts on the items we list.
  • Please e-mail us with shipping questions or concerns prior to bidding.
  • International bidders, it is against the law to falsify customs documents. Please do not ask us to do so. We need to mark the customs form with the item sold and amount paid for the item at auction end.

Please read our Legal Terms and Conditions.

Payment Terms

  • For items sold to Wisconsin residents or picked up locally we are required to collect Wisconsin sales tax.
  • Any item needs to be paid in full within 3 days if paying by PayPal.
  • Unpaid item cases will be opened with eBay for payments not received within the payment period

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