A lot of guys/gals daily drive the 280, I know mine is much quieter and I don't have to worry about breaking or running into something like I do the 240.  240s are getting rare but a 280 can still be bought fairly cheap.  Just my $.02.

For a taste of what you’re in for with a restoration of a 280 with average to substantial rust, check out my thread....

Will do, thanks.  I am open to all z cars 240 260 280 etc... I don't think I would have the time or money to do a full restoration right now, though that would be so cool to do.  I need to find one thats in good condition and runs well and as problems occur I can fix along the way.  I'm willing to spend a little more than 10.  Do you think it would be possible to find one between 10-15 that I could make as my daily without running into headaches that would prove the decision to spend money on one foolish?   I'm in the market for a new daily car, I'm 33 and don't make much money right now but kinda lust for a cool ride with some balls that I can have fun with.  I've always liked classic cars and just don't have that same attraction to modern cars so the Z compels me.  maybe I'm delusional and this would be a foolish decision, a money pit, a snare etc.  Maybe I should just by the reliable honda?  But I've never had a car I really wanted and I'm not getting any younger and don't wanna have to wait until I'm forty. sorry if that's a little personal but any feed back from an older gent who's been there done that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Not my car, but it might be worth a call.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/386021341481608/?multi_permalinks=1516368178446913&notif_id=1512236803404500&notif_t=commerce_interesting_product

It's the black 78'.

Edited December 2, 20177 yr by gwri8

thanks,... waiting to be accepted to the group to see link.

1 hour ago, Slane Jode said:

thanks,... waiting to be accepted to the group to see link.

Here is a preview.

 Check out Craig's List, Portland Or. There's a couple of Z's that may be what you're looking for.

Thanks that one looks awesome

 

In your position I would buy a 260 or 280z and put SU's or triples on it and drive it. You can make the front look just like a 240z with the turn signals and little bumpers...and it is a much cheaper way to "get in the door" than a 240z...also after I believe 76 they started galvanizing the bodies which helped with the rust some...

1 hour ago, Patcon said:

...also after I believe 76 they started galvanizing the bodies which helped with the rust some...

Let's ask Wheee (Mark) on that one................

https://bellingham.craigslist.org/cto/d/z-datsun-fairlady/6404861918.html

Says its a Fairlady, but its totally not. Decent looking car from the pics though.

"Should I buy a reliable Honda?"

If you don't have a car yet then yes.  Old Zs aren't what you'd leave in long term parking at the airport.   They're toys you might not be able to play with everyday.  I can't lock the doors on mine without climbing through the hatch.  Imagine explaining that when you're opening the door for your girl or see a cop when you're leaving the bar.