1983 Datsun 280zx Coupe, Silver, Manual Transmission, on 2040-cars
Santa Barbara, California, United States
For sale is a 1983 Datsun Nissan 280zx. Reliable daily driver. All work was done by professional mechanics with paperwork on file.
Recently Remanufactured Parts: - Power Steering Pump - Brakes Recently Replaced Parts: - Fuel Filter - Various Hoses - Fuel Injection Interior: - Great condition for its age. Very clean. See photos - New Console compartment cover - New interior glove box piece - Various new trim plugs - Dash cracks as pictured. - New headliner - Lock pillar trim is cracked at the screws - Headliner plastic trim should be replaced as it does not fit perfectly tight to the ceiling. Tires: - Rear tires have lower tread and should be replaced soon. - All wheels recently balanced. Paint: - Originally a brown 280zx - Previous owner had it repainted Silver (this is not a showroom quality paint job, and you will see imperfections) Rust: - Battery tray area - Minor signs of rust near exterior windshield trim. - Minor rust on rear side window exterior bolt - Minor signs in various areas (if you require full detail of certain areas please let me know) - The car looks good visually, unless you get close to inspect Transmission: - Manual is functioning if used gently and is reliable as a daily driver, but shows signs of age. Speed shifting will produce gear chirping in certain areas. - Recent fluid replacement Engine: - Feels very strong. Runs very smoothly. Idle is good. - Recently replaced value cover gasket - Minor leaks, nothing on concrete but some wetness Windows: - Windshield is not original, replaced by previous owner - Rear window has light tinting applied to protect interior plastic. - Power windows work Doors: - Driver side door creaks sometimes when opening - Passender door latch is a little loose, so the door does not close perfectly flush but locks - Door seals are worn, but do not seem to leak rain - Hatch seal is new and great condition - Hatch lifts are new, tight, and hold the hatch open properly Electric: - Power windows work - Power door mirrors work - Power locks work - warning voice works - Power antenna works - Alpine stereo works for radio, but cassette player does not. Unit can control the antenna. - Have never tried the rear defrosters due to the tint (was concerned it may damage the tint?) - Heater blows hot - Air Conditions blows cool, but not ice cold. Sometimes after running it for 5 minutes it stops. Fans are good. - Aspirator fan was disconnected due to it being noisy |
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Datsun officially reborn with Go model for India [w/video]
Mon, 15 Jul 2013In March of 2012, Nissan announced the return of its historic Datsun brand. Datsun used to represent the Nissan brand in a number of markets, but its badge hasn't been worn on a new model since 1981. In 2013, though, it has been relaunched as the Japanese manufacturer's budget offering in the emerging markets of India and Russia.
The model that will lead that charge, at least in India, is the Go, a car that pays tribute to the very first Datsun, the DAT-GO.
The operative term with the Datsun brand is: "budget offering." Don't step inside the Go and expect beautiful hides or brushed metals (it's being sold in India, after all). The instrument cluster features a simple speedometer, while the five-speed manual and the center stack above it are rather barren. It's not without luxuries, though, as iPod-style connectivity is available through a Mobile Docking Station.
This father and son duo terrorize the UK countryside in Datsun 240Z pair
Wed, 12 Nov 2014The Datsun 240Z got a lot of things right when it was introduced, with handsome styling, strong performance and a reasonably affordable price. And while the coupes grew a strong fan base in the US, they remained quite a rarity in the UK. Decades later, a father and son in England have latched onto the car and bonded over their shared love for two completely opposite takes on this Japanese GT
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.
Datsun previews new budget sedan for Russia [w/video]
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The reborn Datsun launched in India this past July with its Go hatchback, returned in September with the Go+ minivan and revealed the Redi-Go concept just last month. And now it's given us our first look at an upcoming budget sedan developed specifically for the Russian market.
The as-yet unnamed vehicle (which we'll bet will incorporate the word "go" into its nameplate somehow) is set to debut on April 4, where it will launch the Datsun brand in Russia. Few details are available at this point, but the low-cost sedan was designed in Japan to offer Russian drivers "an engaging driving experience, peace of mind ownership and accessibility at the right and transparent price, with a competitive Total Cost of Ownership."