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1972 Datsun 240z Classic - No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1972 Mileage:55050 Color: Orange /
 Black
Location:

Arlington, Texas, United States

Arlington, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:4 Speed Manual
Body Type:2 DR Coupe
Engine:Stock L24 I-6, Cast-iron block, Alloy head,
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: HLS3086023 Year: 1972
Number of Cylinders: 6
Model: Z-Series
Trim: 240z
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats
Mileage: 55,050
Exterior Color: Orange
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Up for bid is my 1972 Classic 240z 4 Speed Manual. For those of you who know about Z's, this is one amazing machine. Not only is it gorgeous in style, but the design and quality build make this car ageless and will only increase in value as time goes on. This auction will end Tuesday night. 


Condition & History

I bought this Z a couple of years ago and have pretty much been kept it in the garage accept for the occasional weekend drive. I bought it from the grandson of a die-hard Z owner that kept it as original as possible, re-upholstered it and handed it down to his grandson. Unfortunately, hard times forces me to sell. Overall condition is good, but could use a tune-up and a few repairs that I listed below. In fact, this 240z would make a good full restoration project if you wanted to go that far. Engine revs well and transmission shifts smoothly. The car is very light-weight, but having no power-steering gives it that old school feel. Battery is new and the body has few scuffs and scratches on it. Paint job looks to be an aftermarket burnt orange and is still in pretty good shape. There's an aftermarket exhaust and an aftermarket front fascia fairing. Engine looks to be all original accept for an aftermarket ignition. She fires right up with no problems and sounds strong.

The Bad

1. There is rust in the battery compartment area (which I've heard is typical) as seen in the photos

2. Driver side door needs adjustment to close tight

3. Cigarette Lighter, Horn and clock do not work

4. Right lower turn signal needs replacing

5. Dashboard is cracked down the middle

6. AC/Fan/Heater do not work


Background

The Z-series is a Nissan Legacy. This was the original Japanese sports car that started an auto revolution. 


Shipping & Payment

Buyer is responsible for all shipping and picking-up arrangements. Payment is due withing 3 days of auction, with a $200 dollar non-refundable deposit within 24 hours. Please be sure to ask all questions before bidding, and I'll be glad to answer. Thanks for looking and all the best.


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According to the hosts, Subaru came to them, handed over some money and challenged Roadkill's project cars against its latest Legacy. The result is every bit as good (or better) than any automotive-themed show you could find on television.
Things start simple with a figure-eight race in a rodeo arena with the Subaru taking on Roadkill's 1968 Ford Ranchero, originally built for ice racing. From there the Legacy races a 1968 Dodge Charger with no windows around and off-road rally stage. Finally, the Subie goes head-to-head against the Rotsun, the aforementioned turbocharged 240Z, through an abandoned neighborhood. Plus, there's a bonus drag race challenging them all.

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