1978 Datsun 280 Z on 2040-cars

Year:1978 Mileage:52331 Color: Blue /
Black

Location:

Beaverton, Oregon, United States

Advertising:

Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:six cylinder over head cam
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: HLS30456559 Year: 1978
Interior Color: Black
Make: Datsun
Number of Cylinders: 6
Model: Z-Series
Trim: stock
Drive Type: rear wheel
Mileage: 52,331
Exterior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Condition: UsedA 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.Seller Notes:"Mileage may be in access of the reported amount due to the odometer not having the ability to register higher than five digits. Contact me with any concerns."

This Datsun Z is the last year of the first series Z cars and considered by many to be the best. It is the second year of the 170 HP engine and five speed transmission. I have installed a new battery, new paint, oil and filter change, new ignition switch, new fuel filter, Toyo tires are like new at about 95%, brakes and clutch are excellent as well as the transmission shifting without any noises in any gears. The engine runs very strong with no fluid leaks at all. I changed out the troublesome fuse links for a new fuse block as seen in the photos. The interior is very nice with a small hole in carpet just under drivers feet but covered with floor mat. The seats are worn as expected but very presentable. The steering wheel has a cover that has been on there for at least the last ten years and I have no idea how it looks under neath. The dash has been refurbished and is without cracking. All gauges, lights etc. work properly. The body and frame as rust free with the exception of some minor light surface rust. There were a few spots but they were fixed prior to painting. This has been a west coast car for 11 years that I know of and originally came up here from California. Fly in to Portland and I'll pick you up so that you can drive it home.

Please contact me with any questions or requests for additional photos. I am happy to answer them.

Datsun Z-Series for Sale

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