Datsun Z-Series (1978)
for sale
Price: US $8,800.00
Price: US $8,800.00
1978 Datsun 280z (Nissan) converted to plug-in electric.
A classic sports car that needs no oil, gas, coolant or smog
certificate.
This 280z is equipped with:
Netgain Warp 9” DC motor (less than 3, 000 miles)
5 speed manual transmission (less than 3, 000 miles on the clutch)
BF Goodrich Advantage tires (less than 2, 000 miles)
Fiberglass racing hood (takes 50lbs off and allows full
access under the hood)
Curtis controller 144 vdc. It was running at 120 volts using lithium iron
phosphate batteries.
110 and 220 volt charger
The batteries have been removed but the battery management system is
pretty new and can be used with a new set of similar batteries. The acrylic enclosure and binding straps for
the batteries are also included.
The car is not running but with a new set of batteries it
will be good to go.
As far as performance, I’ve driven it up to 90mph on the
highway. The speed and range will be
determined by your choice of batteries. A steel trunk was installed where the gas
tank used to be. I only had batteries
under the front hood so there is a lot more room for batteries than what I was
running. The range could be greatly
extended by utilizing that space for batteries as well. The car charged overnight using a standard outlet but the charger also works at 220v for a faster charge.
There are some extra parts like the stock mirrors, emblems, extra
headlamps, dash cover… The gas flap has
been removed and smoothed over. The power
cord is where the exhaust pipe would be.
The heater/defroster unit is very loud and not
efficient. The interior needs work but
mechanically, it is a nearly new electric car in a classic body.
Batteries not included.
Complements, looks and blown minds are included.
update: 2015-10-10
Used |
“With a new set of batteries, you could power this car with the sun or wind. Electric vehicle gauges are mounted in the dash but it uses the stock speedometer. The interior and dash could use some work. The heater/defroster is loud and inefficient.” |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | GHLS30113775 | Year: | 1978 |
Exterior Color: | Blue | Make: | Datsun |
Interior Color: | Brown | Model: | Z-Series |
Transmission: | Manual | Trim: | Chrome |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Engine: | Electric DC motor |
Fuel Type: | Electric | Drive Type: | 2x2 model |
For Sale By: | Private Seller | Mileage: | 24,800 |