I just bought a '79 280Z. This is the firs Z car I've owned. These cars first caught my intrest as a lightweight alternative to swap my 400hp chevy small block/th350 combo into. its a hot little motor but it just smokes the tires on my 3800lb '68 c10 chevy truck. So i was looking for a Zcar for the swap and i ran across the '79 280. its a stickshift straight 6 with low miles, its in excellent condition inside and out. even the rubber weather stripping is good. i cant see the point in tearing it apart for a motor swap, its in to nice of condition. really cool looking car. ill drive it home tomarrow, ill post some pictures.

Yes, please post some pics so we can determine what it really is...... The 280Z only goes to 78' and the 79' is a 280ZX, different body style, more squared corners.

Where as the 78' 280Z has the same body style as the 260Z and 240Z.

Good to hear another one was saved. Welcome to the best soarse for all theings Z related.

Dave.

I too have a 79, and I do love it. You will find that it is so easy to work on (generally speaking), and is a treat to drive. I know that the earlier models have more chutzpa, and are generally thought of as a truer sports car, but the zx has its charms.

I would love to know what the build date is. I would love to find my cars sibling.

Welcome to the board, there is much to be learned, and wonderful people willing to share their knowledge.