280z Datsun 1978 Iconic Z 2.8l Fuild Injection 2012 Show Winner Original Cond. on 2040-cars
Sacramento, California, United States
Engine:2.8L Fuel Injection is Strong
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black leather
Model: Z-Series
Number of Cylinders: 6
Trim: 2 seater,
Drive Type: 4 speed manual is Strong
Mileage: 105,766
Options: Rear Louvers, clear light covers, Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Exterior Color: Silver metallic (factory color)
The Iconic 1978 Datsun 280z. This show winner 280z is an original example of this classic car that drives great and looks great. Garage kept for 35 years, all documents and receipts from day 1, this car serviced by Rob at The Z Car Garage in San Jose California "one of the nicest 280Z I have seen!". This no-rust car was repainted the original silver 10 years ago and look just like new today, no modifications, seats recovered in 2012 original black leather. The engine and 4-speed manual transmission are strong at 105,766 miles with newer tires and brakes and a recent $2,340 top to bottom service by Z Car Garage in Feb. 2013 (gas tank cleaned out, tank painted & new fuel pump, alterantor and battery installed, tune-up, etc). This 280z won 1st place in the 280Z category at the 2012 Z-Car Nationals in Los Angeles (sponsored by MotorSports). This 1978 280Z is the last year Datsun built the first generation Z's and this car has the larger 2.8L Boshe fuel injection engine, with no-rust, this makes a great collector car "as is". 280Z are becoming more collectable and prices are rising. This car is one of the best original examples you will find and is Hagerty Valued at $13,875 (see Hagerty evaluation link below). This car has a dealer installed moon roof that opens, dealer installed side kick plates, comes with custom car cover, inset rear lovers (not on car now), clear headlight covers (not on car now). I can arrange shipping anywhere. Please watch the videos and enjoy the pictures and contact me with further questions. This car does not have air conditioning but original factory air it can be added for about $1000. This car get compliments every time she go out for a drive, truly an head-turner and fun example of collectable Iconic Z. Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/user/notlodla
http://www.hagerty.com/valuationtools/HVT/VehicleSearch/Report?vc=882074
Contact: Bill L. 916-804-7760
On May-23-13 at 04:50:55 PDT, seller added the following information:
Obviously, this car is well cared for and runs solid, but is sold "as is" and no warranty. I suggest you view the car prior to purchase located in Sacramento, CA 95823 or ask question prior to purchase. Known issues with the car is the car clock on the dash board does not keep accurate time, minor wear on driver door seal, power antenna stopped working and is now used as a manual antenna, small crack on the center console, small vinyl patch on drive door. These issues are low cost fixable items. The engine is strong and has even compression over cylinders (in Feb. 2013 per Z Car Garage), and has a new battery and new fluids. Thanks for viewing and happy bidding.
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