79 280ZX 2+2 with 7K Original Miles

[Carl Beck]

Hi Guys:

I realize that this car may belong in the "Classifieds" section - but I felt it was such a unique DATSUN that some of you might enjoy seeing it - and perhaps know someone that really loves truly "Original" Cars.

I've copied the owners comments to me - below for your information. If any serious buyers are out there - contact me and I'll be glad to hook you up directly with the owner. In my opinion the car is very reasonably priced given its condition, unique history and actual beauty. $25K.... See below...

FWIW,

Carl B.

BTW - I'll be in Cleveland 28th of Sept though 5 Oct.

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Hi Carl:

I have a 1979 280 ZX that through stories and circumstances ends up today having only 6.900 original miles. It has been in storage with a car cover for its entire life. It is black, 2 + 2 with gold pin-striping. I have been told through the years and certainly originally when I acquired the vehicle directly from Nissan that, in fact, this model was the early 10th anniversary model. I certainly am aware that for the most part the two-tone 1980 claims that position and when I briefly glanced at your website I saw that you are quite the authority on this subject.

I had the pleasure of directing and my company producing quite a number of TV specials for Datsun on the SCCA yearly run-offs. I became good friends with Bob Sharp and Paul Newman during the hay day of his racing career. In addition to the stock rims, Bob Sharp sent me a beautiful set of Gotti gold rimmed Michelin tires. At that time it was a $5000 value.

1. I have copies of all the original transfer of ownership of this vehicle from Nissan to me.

2. Of course, since there are only 6,900 miles there aren't many service records, however, I have each and every one of them in my file.

3. As you now see in the attached photos and if my recall is correct, there are two slight flaws. I believe on the right rear quarter panel there may be a 3-inch very thin scratch. The photo does not show it well because of the significant reflection. I also believe on the rear deck lid maybe the size of a dime there is a slight dent. Otherwise the finish is quite spectacular for its 29 years of age. This is partly because the car has been covered with a car cover and stored in a garage, thus the black paint truly does not show hardly any signs of sun oxidation.

4. There have been no changes in spark plug wires since I acquired the car. I have the original tires and the original rims plus the Gotti set up I referenced. All original fuel lines, water hoses, etc. are still on the vehicle. Because it has been in Colorado all of its life and the fact we are in a fairly dry climate, i.e. approximately 6,000 feet in elevation, the plastic and rubber throughout the vehicle both under the hood and the exterior remains in excellent condition. The vehicle was started, idled, and driven on the property where it is stored as recently as two summers ago. Even though stored the vehicle has received a hand wax and detail every 2 or 3 years throughout its entire life.