love 240z, want to buy and update one

[Ian G]

I have a 3 cars (Mercedes SL and SEC and a brand new Nissan Murano) but for soem reason I have always been drawned to the early 240 Z. I think the lines on the 240z remind me of a daytona ferrari. I have joined this club because I am interested in picking up a 1970 or 1971 Z and updating it to a modern look. I know that statement alone will bring me heckles from the purists, but I want to update with modern wheels, engine and drivetrain and shave of side lights and other cosmetic updates. I basically want to modernize to look like a hybrid ferrari, or as I like to say a "Japarri".

I live in the 818 area code of the San Fernando Valley, CA and I would love to find an excellent mechanic and other craftsman that can help me with this project. I am going this weekend to look at an un-restored 1970z.

Thanks in advance to all those that reach out and offer assistance,

-Ian G

[c david]

every man who ever did anything of signifigance will have his critics. this site is full of zcar purist who love the vintage z as you do. but remember they love their car the most and anything else will be second. so build your dreamarri and make yourself proud.

if you want good advice, spend time searching the archives and then ask specific questions. so far it sounds as if you need a rolling chasis, seats and a dash from a 240. if you want all else new then an rb series motor will give you that, and the rest is cosmetic. good luck, i hope you have as much time as you do money.

btw i once did some business with renntech in palm beach fl and if you ever wanted to put your high performance benzes into the

" i don't belive that " category. then they are the ones to hire.

good luck, i'll be happy to tell you what i know.

cdavid

[e_racer1999]

ask away! there is always someone here who is willing to help. btw, also try hybridz.org while you're at it

[zman525]

If you need help finding parts when you start restoring your 240z. Im partsin out a 1972 240z and most of the parts are in nice shape, so if your looking for something ask me or if i cant help the people here most definantly could. You joined the right site to restore a Z, I didnt know anywhere near as much as i did till i registered. Anyways have fun and good luck finding one!

[Ian G]

thanks for all the feedback, does anyone know a reputable and knowledgeable Z mechanic in Southern CA near the 818 area code (San Fernando Valley)?

-Ian G

[GunnerRob]

thanks for all the feedback, does anyone know a reputable and knowledgeable Z mechanic in Southern CA near the 818 area code (San Fernando Valley)?

-Ian G

Is Ventura too far away?

[bemmerguy714]

welcome! Im trying to modernize a 240z myself (and have been hated for it, most people consider that ricer here)! Anyway we're all here because of z's. If you have any questions let me know!

[26th-Z]

Hey there CDavid !