Pictures of HLS30-38691

[justinr54321]

Zed, keep those pics, and also have the PO take the pics right before, and I mean, literally, right before he puts it on the truck. I'd hate to see such a beautiful Z damaged by the shipping company during shipping, and you not being able to hold them accountable for the damage. Have pics taken of all sides, top and under carriage. I know it may sound overkill, but this is where CYOA&C comes into effect.

Justin

[rdefabri]

Wow! She's a beauty - good luck with her!

[five&dime]

I used EZautomovers for my 510 last month. Door to door in no time. Excellent customer service and great rates. Even the driver was the coolest guy ever. I would highly reccomend giving them a call. Ask for Phil and tell him the guy in Richmond VA with the 510 they moved a few weeks ago referred you.

http://www.ezautomovers.com/

[Poindexter]

Ahh...look at that ash tray and fuse cover...and it looks so clean. And those seats. Obviously these are places where my car is presently so deficient. I am still in the process of removing items- and prepping for a massive attack of sound sheeting from shoulder to shoulder and firewall to rear bumper- before I can reinstall the whole interior- even though it's still my DD, and to see such a clean (and complete) period interior is such a treat. I'll look at pictures of this one all day.

I wonder how many here are thinking " I wonder if he bought it for less than I've spent on restoration over the past few years?"

I forgot to add - does the A/C still work? It looks identical to mine, with the wires showing and all. Mine has been dead since disco.

[Zedyone_kenobi]

Believe it or not the factory AC still blows very cold air. Its shocking. I have no idea how long this treat will last, but I plan on using it, as nothing dies faster than an AC that never gets used.

I debated taking the restore route, but if I did I would not be practicing what I preach. I have always preached to be honest with yourself and what you have the time/space/talent to do.

I have no shortage of mechanical talent. But I am woefully lacking any skill at body work. I also have a 4 month old. And he takes up most of my time. I wanted my first Z to be a car I could enjoy from day one and slowly work on maintaining it, and taking it from 90% done to 100% done. Make it perfect for myself, while keeping it maintained and as close to pristine as I could. I had to buy one in this condition. I know the harsh realities of a complete restoration, and even though I have a 3 car garage, and plenty of tools, I still would not be enough to do it right in anything that would resemble a reasonable amount of time.

Its never a fast job. To do things right takes time and effort. Thats time I would not be able to spend with my little boy. I mean look at his face when he first saw pictures of my Z...

I could have sworn he said, can I have the keys.. but it may be my overzealous fathers imagination combined with chronic sleep deprivation...

who knows. So, I search for a near perfect Z in the price range I could afford. I was guided by some wise people on this board, and the end result is my dream car you see. Worth the wait, and every single penny.

[Zedyone_kenobi]

Car will be picked up on Wednesday and begin its trip to my warm garage..

[five&dime]

Poindexter.... Get the dynamat bulk packs from eBay. They are only about $120 per pack. Two should be enough for the whole car. I did my 510 with the bulk pack. What a difference!!!!

Go dynamat or go home. All other brands are garbage!!!

[Sailor Bob]

Whoa - that is absolutely beautiful.

[Oiluj]

She's gorgeous! I can only hope mine's that nice when she's finished!

[Zedyone_kenobi]

haha, its a boy Oiluj..

but yeah, he is my cool little dude...

update, car was loaded today, on the way to my house!!

[Zedyone_kenobi]

Car arrives tomorrow...I really do not think I will be able to sleep tonight!

[d240zx2]

Ok, Stephen, here we are two days after the scheduled delivery date. What's the latest?

Frank