ebay: 1973 240Z, finally found one close to me

[TwoSixteeZ]

Found this '73 240Z in Fort Myers. Has had lots of the right updates and restorations done. Curious if anyone has any knowledge of the car or seller (datsunxpz). Given that the seller appears to be a Datsun specialist based on his listings and 672 feedback scores I thought someone may have some insight.

See anything concerning?

This will be my first Z car and 40th birthday present to myself that I've saved up for 5 years to get so just trying to cover all of my bases.

Datsun Z Series 2 Door Coupe | eBay

[Carl Beck]

All of this would concern me:

Missing all Emblems

Painted bumpers

Dash Cap

Door panels are rough..

Diamond Vinyl covered up on trans. tunnel

Seats look pretty beat up

Choke Knob missing

Tail light finisher screwed on

Nasty looking rear deck area

Floorboards poorly pitched

Spare Tire Well pitted/rust damage

Blacked out under the hood - poor color change perhaps

All of the above just shout "cheap" and "half fast" - shinny paint to flip a rat.

For $5500.00 - it might be a fun street car if cosmetics don't bother you. On the other hand you might just be buying a problem.

For my first Z Car - I'd keep looking…

FWIW,

Carl B.

[bartsscooterservice]

I agree with Carl, maybe something like this would be a better choice ?

Datsun Z Series 240Z | eBay

[siteunseen]

I think you could find a better one too. I've got a set of triple Webers and have been advised to leave them off, they are a pain to get right and the original SUs are much more user friendly especially to somebody that's not familiar with carburetors, like me. Having a high pressure ZX fuel pump with Webers which only need around 3 lbs does not make sense to me. I think it would be a lot more tinkering than driving, not fun for your 1st Z.

Here's #110 original paint, that one on E-bay looks more pinkish to me.

Edited August 5, 2014 by siteunseen

[djwarner]

Besides Carl, for references and support there is an active Z car club in the area:

https://www.facebook.com/SunCentralZClub

[TwoSixteeZ]

All of this would concern me:

Missing all Emblems

Painted bumpers

Dash Cap

Door panels are rough..

Diamond Vinyl covered up on trans. tunnel

Seats look pretty beat up

Choke Knob missing

Tail light finisher screwed on

Nasty looking rear deck area

Floorboards poorly pitched

Spare Tire Well pitted/rust damage

Blacked out under the hood - poor color change perhaps

All of the above just shout "cheap" and "half fast" - shinny paint to flip a rat.

For $5500.00 - it might be a fun street car if cosmetics don't bother you. On the other hand you might just be buying a problem.

For my first Z Car - I'd keep looking…

FWIW,

Carl B.

Carl I really appreciate the feedback and agree with your thoughts. My anxiousness has me widening the strike zone a bit more than is healthy I'd say.

The search continues.

I agree with Carl, maybe something like this would be a better choice ?

Datsun Z Series 240Z | eBay

I agree! I just now got back home and saw the auction. Very nice one.

I think you could find a better one too. I've got a set of triple Webers and have been advised to leave them off, they are a pain to get right and the original SUs are much more user friendly especially to somebody that's not familiar with carburetors, like me. Having a high pressure ZX fuel pump with Webers which only need around 3 lbs does not make sense to me. I think it would be a lot more tinkering than driving, not fun for your 1st Z.

Here's #110 original paint, that one on E-bay looks more pinkish to me.

I had heard the same about the triples but thought it was a performance upgrade given how often you see/hear about them.

I like the original paint color better as well.

Besides Carl, for references and support there is an active Z car club in the area:

https://www.facebook.com/SunCentralZClub

That is so great to know. I've only lived in SF for about 1.5 years and therefore don't know the area well. I am interested in becoming involved just as soon as I can find my car.

Appreciate all the comments and hopefully I'll have a new one to ask about soon.

[Mark Maras]

Perhaps joining a club first would help you find the "right" Z. At the least you'll meet a great bunch of people who all have "The DiZease". Best of luck on your search.

[djwarner]

TwoSixteeZ,

The club is having a monthly get together 6:30PM Thursday, Aug 7 at a Sonic Drive-In, 2523 N Dale Mabry, in Tampa. Would be great to meet you there.

[Carl Beck]

Dale - that 71 in Pensacola sold quickly - as it should have at $7K. Seller said that the dash was great - if it was - crack free and damage free - the Dash was worth $2K.

Good to know about Z met - but 6:30 puts you in the middle of rust hour traffic… how long do they plan to be there?

Carl B.

[djwarner]

Hi Carl, meeting usually last at least 2 or 3 hours. Actually the drive is opposite the rush hour traffic, so it shouldn't be too bad.

[TwoSixteeZ]

Perhaps joining a club first would help you find the "right" Z. At the least you'll meet a great bunch of people who all have "The DiZease". Best of luck on your search.

You make a good point Mark. I may try to get involved sooner rather than later.

TwoSixteeZ,

The club is having a monthly get together 6:30PM Thursday, Aug 7 at a Sonic Drive-In, 2523 N Dale Mabry, in Tampa. Would be great to meet you there.

I am picking up my wife from the airport tonight or I'd love to go.

Dale do you live in Safety Harbor? I think I've seen your Z on my way home. I live in the Georgetown subdivision.

[djwarner]

Must be another Gray Z, I live up in New Port Richey.