1978 Datsun Z-Series

Datsun Z-Series (1978)
for sale

Price: US $8,800.00

Description:

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

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
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): GHLS30113775Year: 1978
Exterior Color: BlueMake: Datsun
Interior Color: BrownModel: Z-Series
Transmission: ManualTrim: Chrome
Vehicle Title: ClearEngine: Electric DC motor
Fuel Type: ElectricDrive Type: 2x2 model
For Sale By: Private SellerMileage: 24,800

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