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Datsun Z-Series (1972)
for sale

Price: US $18,500.00

Description:

Offered for sale is an outstanding example of the legendary Datsun 240Z. Sold new at Miller Imports in Van Nuys, CA this Z had spent 40 years in Los Angeles until it was relocated to San Diego, always a Southern California car, still wearing its original blue license plates. Unrestored, other than one repaint in the 80's the car is very original retaining nearly every part it had came with from the dealership. The body has survived the years without falling victim to any major rust or rot other than some light surface rust beneath the battery which has since been treated. Interior is in remarkable shape considering that red can fade very quickly. All carpet, underlayment, panels, trim and very rare un-cracked dash are all factory, everything other than the seat upholstery which would have been red. The Z still has that fantastic 70's classic car aroma when you get behind the wheel, a true time capsule that you can see, feel, and smell. The key and seat belt warning buzzers/light still function along with the map light, cigarette courtesy bulb and dome lamp. All the bulbs are still factory Koito including the headlights. Of course the motor is #'s matching and has never been apart, smog equipment is untouched, functioning and still has corrosion free Zinc coating on the components. Nothing is missing or broken under-hood and the Z has a rare dealer installed Air Conditioning system which is complete yet currently needs to be serviced or converted to updated coolant. Also the exhaust system is in great shape, no holes original all the way back to the factory muffler and tip. When I purchased the car it had been stored in the original owner's garage and last registered in 1989. Thankfully, it had been properly prepared for in-operation. It was a true Garage Find with some boxes on the roof and a thick layer of dust covering everything. After towing it home I proceeded to prime the engine, file the points, hook up a new battery, etc. and it fired right up. After that it took a few months for me to get the maintenance items and detailing done, getting it to look and run the way it does today. There are no mechanical issues, everything functions properly, it fires up cold on the first crank with the choke, warms up nicely, runs cool, shifts smoothly and has impressive power for an Automatic w/ A/C. From the start I had the idea of converting the Auto to a Manual transmission but after driving it I just couldn't bring myself to change it since it functions the way it should and doesn't take away from the driving experience as much as I thought. With brand new tires, plugs, fluids, and adjustments the Z runs as good as it looks. It's a turn key car ready to drive. It comes with the original owners manual, Miller Imports warranty booklet/card, and a folder of receipts. I'm really heartbroken that I can't continue to own and enjoy this car but it must go on to a new owner who, I hope, will care for it as much as I have. If you have questions please email and I will be glad to reply as soon as possible.
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