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1977 Datsun 280z Lowered Reserve, Lots Of Mods, New Parts on 2040-cars

Year:1977 Mileage:120000 Color:
Location:

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

 

You are bidding on a late model year 1977 Datsun 280z. I have owned this car for about 2 years and I purchased it bone stock. Originally a California car. I have since then gradually added some h/p and touches to the car: This is a fun classic car you can hop in and go anywhere.


Engine, transmission, exhaust:


Original L28E 2.8 with 5 speed Transmission

-Chrome valve cover from Arizona Z cars

-New Taylor spark plug wires (blue)

-Aluminum radiator from MSA 

-Billet aluminum radiator cap

-Billet aluminum battery tie down 

-Cusco strut bar 

-Cusco Oil Catch Can

-Ceramic coated headers from MSA 

-K&N Cold Air Intake

-New Optima Red top battery

-New wiper motor and Rainx Blades

-New mass air flow sensor

-New Thermostat

-New engine compartment light

- 2.5 inch Custom exhaust, straight header back, to a new magnaflow muffler

-New Stoptech cryo brake slotted rotors 

-Stainless Steel braided lines

-New thermaquiet brake pads 


Suspension:

-New KYB shocks in front

-New Monroe shocks in rear 

-New Eibach spring set intalled ( dropped 2in.)

-New front and rear sway bar from MSA


Wheels and Tires:


-New Hankook 225/50/17rear 

-New 205/50/17 front , less than 300 miles on new tires

-New 17in. Rota RB Hyper Black Wheels

-17x8.5 front, 17x9.5 rear, staggered look. 


Interior


- Dash vents work, Map Light, Hazards, everything except the ac and rear defrost is funtional

- 3 spoke Grant Steering Wheel with Z-logo horn button

-New boot cover 

- New Dome light assembly with LED light

-New door jamb light switch

- New rear hatch struts

- Z logo rear carpet from MSA

-New armrest console with cupholders

-New Pioneer Radio with bluetooth and handsfree calling,

-New speakers and speaker box in hatch

-New Power antenna from Black Dragon


-Exterior


-Front spoiler from MSA

- Chrome mirrors 

-New headlights with xenon bulbs 

-New heavy duty headlight wiring harness

-New chrome door handles

-New turn signal lenses

-New side marker lenses

-LED side marker lights both front and rear


-All emblems in place and seem to be period correct


-All interior trim is in place, original, and in excellent condition considering its age


Miscellaneous:


Small bubbling on paint on cowl tray , and driver lower rear quarter panel


-Rear hatch panel has some rust on the corners, very typical in Z's.


***I have a brand new repair patch panel from MSA for the rear hatch that will be included in the sale.


- dash cap is warped but I also have a brand new full dash cap in the box that will go with the car


- all interior lights and gauges work except for the clock


-Clean Florida title under my name

- horn, turn signals , hazard lights fully functional, except I disconnected the horn but it is fully functional.


- factory a/c car but ac does not work.


- windows roll up and down smoothly but have scratches on it

- car shifts smoothly, have taken it on highways for hours with no over heating or any issues

-tiny oil leak due to rear main seal

-all stock components are there

-Interior trim pieces are there, nothing is missing but a few need some attention, door handle cuffs are loose

-some new seat covers  and a new paint job would do this car justice

-Carpet is not brand new but is in good shape



Overall, this is a very nice Z although it is not perfect. Car sounds, drives, and feels great with no mechanical issues. I have driven it on the highway going 80 mph and it drives really smooth and straight. I really enjoyed watching this car go through the stages of a plain Z, to a really cool looking Z and I would love for it go to a nice home. I have way too many projects at the time that need attention, and therefore I need the funds.  You are welcome to come see and test drive the car before buying. Bid with confidence. Thanks


IMPORTANT:


I have tried to describe this vehicle as accurately and honestly as possible but remember it is a used vehicle. As with any vehicle, (new or used) there may be issues that I have overlooked or am unaware of. If you are not familiar with purchasing used vehicles and or specialty vehicles or you have not purchased a vehicle on ebay, PLEASE do your research, ask questions, make sure you are comfortable with me as a seller, the vehicle, and the process.The car is for sale locally as well, so I reserve the right to end this auction early. I reserve the right to cancel bids with little or no feedback unless you talk to me in person. There is no warranty expressed or implied. You can email me with any questions at kendallg21@gmail.com. 


At auction end, I would need a $500.00 deposit within 48 hrs and the balance within 7 days. Cash, Cashier's Check, Wire Transfer, are all acceptable forms of payment. No personal checks. If payment is made by wire or cashier's check, would need to wait for the funds to clear before proceeding to delivering of vehicle. Deposit is non-refundable. Shipping is buyer's responsibility although I can cooperate with arrangements.


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