Nissan Factory restoration cars

[Sunline]

Hi all,

New member here. I used to own a 1970 yellow 240Z back in 1976, also had a 300ZX twin turbo in 1992.  I am interested in getting another 240Z and wanted to get opinions on purchasing one of the factory restored 240's that were done back in 1996. They originally sold for around 27K directly from Nissan as essentially brand new cars. From what I have read only about 40 cars were actually completed before Nissan abandoned the project. I am looking at a 1971 which they are asking 70K for, which looks to be as new. Do you think this is this a fair price? Your experience and expertise will be very much appreciated. 

[26th-Z]

I wrote a research paper on the subject which is the most complete single reference on the subject.  Send me a PM with your address.  What is the VIN?  Pictures!!

70K eh?  I can see that.  Post pictures and let's have a look.

Oh, I did all the research and wrote the document because of an argument, here, many years ago.  The proper term for the cars is "Vintage Z" and the factory, meaning Nissan USA or Nissan Ltd. did not restore the cars.  They were restored by four different private California shops under the direction of Pete Evanow, Nissan USA.

Chris

Edited January 13, 2017 by 26th-Z

[grannyknot]

I'll bet there are hundreds guys here who would enjoy reading that, I know I would.

[Zup]

+1

[disepyon]

Id be interested in reading the research paper as well!

[26th-Z]

Thanks I'm flattered.  I have a bunch of messages so here's the deal.

The compendium is a little over 30 pages long, printed on nice paper stock with color photographs and images.  It includes a listing and picture of 27 of the (arguably) 38 cars restored during the program.  There is a long bibliography which notes all my references taken from written articles, oral interviews and a VHS video that Pierre gave me.  It is bound with a spiral binder and clear cover.  It costs me a little over $15 to print one.  Carl Beck just published a book and used Lulu to market the volume.  I wonder if I should do the same.

The compendium covers what I believe to be the full extent of the story which encompasses the Dream Garage advertisement campaign, management of the restorations, and what (initially) happened to the cars.

I could work out a Paypal arrangement if you really want a copy.  I have three of them printed right now.

Chris

 

[dmorales-bello]

Hi Chris,

I would like a copy. Please pm me with your Paypal address so I can make payment.

Thanks,

David

[240260280]

Count me in!

You could publish a few books with your knowledge!  Do it!!!

[SteveE]

I will buy a copy

[motorman7]

I will buy a copy also, sounds great.

[jonathanrussell]

I would like to buy also.

[CG240Z]

I'll buy a copy too.  Does it have pictures as well?