Posted October 19, 201113 yr comment_369660 I just got this car about 5 weeks ago and have it running smooth. The car had sat for awhile and I still have odds and ends to fix. Suspension, and some engine work (compression lil low) looks like a short block rebuild. Runs good just not as strong as it should. Just need a 5 speed transmission! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/41121-1977-280z/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 20, 201113 yr comment_369699 Nice car. I hope my '77 looks that good someday. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/41121-1977-280z/#findComment-369699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 7, 201113 yr comment_371122 Very nice Z! I am about to purchase a 1977 280z thats been sitting for awhile now. I havent seen it yet but I have plans to go later this week. The owner says it only needs TLC to get her back on the road and that there is some type of small ignition problem. Do you or have you heard of ignition problems with this car? Anything else to look out for when I go to check it out? I want to avoid a money pit. Thanks for any help Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/41121-1977-280z/#findComment-371122 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 9, 201113 yr Author comment_371293 I have heard several people having ignition problems with the z cars. However, some of the others in this forum could help you with that. My advice, watch for rust! Some cars I looked at had way to much in the normal places or underneath on frame rails. If you could get a compression check on the motor, would greatly benefit you as well. I personally looked at 10-12 different cars before I made my purchase. The more you can drive the better, but sometimes that can be tricky with these cars, my search was over a year due to the limited amount of goodcars that are available for sale. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/41121-1977-280z/#findComment-371293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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