1978 Datsun 280z Fairlady Project Car Barnfind Z on 2040-cars
El Paso, Texas, United States
Up for sale is this 78 Datsun 280z. It's is complete and fires up and moves on its own power. I bought the car the way it sits and have not touched it so here it is. I did start the engine and moved it around the block. The transmission shifts fine. The brakes are extremely low. The engine does not make any noise sounds good but needs a tune up. Running rich. It has had a repaint was originally silver. The interior is complete but needs restoration. I did find a little rust on the drivers floor pan. Overall the car is solid. This is a project that is complete. Please look at the pictures and ask any questions before bidding. You can also reach me at 915-345-8088. I do have a clear New Mexico title. Once again thank you
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There's already quite a collection of exotics in Mel Streek's garage, and his rat rod 240Z, which he calls the Ratsun, definitely doesn't fit with the rest. On the outside, the Datsun looks ready to fall apart, but it's mechanically perfect underneath. Alternatively, Mel's son, Ollie, has a completely different take for his Z with its perfect, shining paint.
Both Zs sound amazing, though. They have a mechanical, somewhat course exhaust note that's intoxicating to hear. You can definitely tell there's some work going on under the hood. Check out this video from Petrolicious for a father and son who both find something to love in these classic Japanese coupes.
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