This Looks to be a Steal!

[lonetreesteve]

Check out this this So Cal '70 240Z for only $3k:

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/1458412646.html

[motorman7]

I saw that one. If anyone is interested, I can check it out and report back with pics. Ramona is only about 15 miles from me. I have 2 already and no more garage space, so will have to pass on this one.

Rich

[motorman7]

WOW, looks like it was a steal. That sold pretty fast. I hope it went to an owner that will take good care of it.

Rich

[lonetreesteve]

WOW, looks like it was a steal. That sold pretty fast. I hope it went to an owner that will take good care of it.

Rich

It's hard to say judging from the single small picture that was on Craig's List, but if the car was a typical So Cal non-coastal 240Z, it probably had minimal rust and could have been worth 2 to 3 or even 4 times as much than what the $3k asking price was.

[motorman7]

Aaahhh, it's not sold. I called the guy up and will check it our tomorrow. The paint is an odd color (not original Dasun Color). He says the original was 'mustard', so I'm guessing it's the 920 gold. He was not sure if engine was original or not. That's usually not a good sign but we will see. He has only had it for a short while.

Will report back tomorrow.

Rich

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/1464650515.html

[motorman7]

I checked out the Z on Craigslist and took some photo's.

The car is a 7/70 build, S/N#HLS30-06947(Not sure on the last two digits, might be dislexic and forgot to take pics of door jam tag :-|). The Engine tag was missing, but most likely it is the original engine. Engine S/N is roughly 3K higher than the Car S/N which is correct for the early 70 vehicles. Engine is very original with a number of 40 year old hoses still on the car. Smog equip looks to be operational. Radiator and fan look like they have been replaced. The engine also has the original E31 head. Nice valve cover!

Car was originally 920 Safari gold. Looks like it was painted red, then again with the current titanium metallic paint. (Visions of Antiques Roadshow Faux pas dancing thru my head). Paint job was done well though with no noticable runs or overspray. Bumpers were descent, but missing some parts.

Owner installed new seals all around. Tires and rims are also very nice.

Drivers side frame rail is not too bad, but the passenger side rail is pretty beat up with a major rust hole in the back end, about the size of a silver dollar.

Some rust under the battery tray, but not real bad.

Rear hatch area looked good, also had new seal.

Radio was missing, seats have been re-upholstered, but done well with no tears. One panel was missing in hatch area. Interior is mostly original. Three deep cracks on the dashboard.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/1464650515.html

FWIW,

Rich

[geezer]

It looks and sounds to be well worth the asking price, especially for someone who is not afraid of the rust repair that will inevitably be uncovered. It will make a great drive while you refresh project for someone. I'd be very tempted if it was local to me... (sorry that's an involuntary speech problem caused by the Z disease). Thanks for taking the time to check it out and take the pics.

[zbane]

I came across this $5,000 71 on the Asheville NC craigslist

http://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/1448766615.html

I've sent an email to the owner to arrange a viewing and will post photos once that happens, assuming it does.

And no, I am not trying to hijack the original thread, I just didn't want to have another very similar one.

Edited November 14, 2009 by zbane

[motorman7]

It looks and sounds to be well worth the asking price, especially for someone who is not afraid of the rust repair that will inevitably be uncovered. It will make a great drive while you refresh project for someone. I'd be very tempted if it was local to me... (sorry that's an involuntary speech problem caused by the Z disease). Thanks for taking the time to check it out and take the pics.

I was very tempted. If it had perfect frame rails and the engine bay plaque it would be in my garage right now. I have two already, one that still needs plenty of attention, so best I let this one go. Very original though in many ways, which is getting pretty rare.

Best Regards,

Rich

[lonetreesteve]

Rich,

Thank you for making the trip to check out the car and to take some pictures. Sounds like it is a bargain..... one of our other San Diego-area members should jump on it quickly, because it won't last at that low price!

[Mikes Z car]

This 73 240Z just showed up on Craigslist today (Sunday 15 Nov) here in Idaho:

$4000 says always garaged, local phone number for me.

http://boise.craigslist.org/cto/1466705366.html

Edited November 15, 2009 by Mikes Z car

[zhead240]

the 73 yellow craiglist idaho looks familiar ( from when i was looking to buy)

note, not actual picture

if i remember correctly, that pic was an atlanta zed asking $7900 about 5 years ago in collector car trader on line. that web site no longer exist.