‘78 280z for sale

[A Delory]

1978 280z 

Odometer reads 45K and that’s probably just what it is. Bought in 1999 from original owner with under 20K miles on it. I barely drive it nowadays and it just isn’t fair to the car.

Well maintained, never failed a smog test.

Renovations include but not limited to: new paint (BMW taupe metal-fleck), new upholstery (in original burnt orange), new wheels and dash cap. Wooden steering wheel and stick shift nob from my old 240z. 

This car is a joy to drive. When I’m on the road people wave, high-five and yell compliments at stop lights— it makes my day! Best conversation starter, ever, but you probably know all about that... Will have a price once tune up and general check up done.

- Engine runs well and have only done the necessary or advised— as you can see.

- Apron missing (under front bumper).

- Rust spots under hatch

- Tool kit is all there, never been used. Regulation issue Datsun spare tire inflator canister! And original spare tire which has transferred rust stains to well.

Next up: service and repair record, or as much as I can lay my hands on. Let me know if need further photos. 

Thank you for interest and advice!

Edited January 21, 2019 by A Delory
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[wheee!]

Very nice car and at that price it will be gone quickly! 

[gwri8]

You'll need some engine pics also but I agree, looks to be a very nice 78'.  If I was looking, I'd be all over this one.  Good Luck!

[A Delory]

Thanks for encouraging words! Engine pics to follow— if it ever stops raining...

[rcb280z]

20 hours ago, A Delory said:

Would appreciate any advice on where I might be able to get this work done in Los Angeles area. Anyone?

I see the license plate frame in front is from Sunrise Z service which is located in Glendale. What about them? 

[Zed Head]

21 hours ago, A Delory said:

1978 280z 

Odometer reads 45K and that’s probably just what it is. Bought in 1999 from original owner with under 20K miles on it. I barely drive it nowadays and it just isn’t fair to the car.

Well maintained, never failed a smog test.

I would like to fix a few things before selling: remove window tinting (without destroying heat conduit on hatch window), unstick ornery seatbelt mechanism, fix latch on driver’s side door. Would appreciate any advice on where I might be able to get this work done in Los Angeles area. Anyone?

 Price will be determined after repairs or somewhere around $8K.

You probably won't get your money back on the cost for those small fixes.  Those are the kind of things people overlook when buying.  People buy the bigger picture.  If it has a good smog sticker, sell it now.

[charliekwin]

Where in LA? There's some well-regarded Z shops down here if you need a shop (though I agree with Zed, especially at the price you're asking).

[jcb]

1 hour ago, charliekwin said:

 

I'm interested in your car. Please let me know when you have put a final price on the car,   Thanks. John

[JimiHaze]

I’m looking for a good 280 for project car development in my retirement and yours appears to such a car, I’d like to see more. Btw these fixes are not required if they will add costs for you. 

Thanks 

[A Delory]

On 1/17/2019 at 1:16 PM, rcb280z said:

I see the license plate frame in front is from Sunrise Z service which is located in Glendale. What about them? 

Unfortunately they are out of business

[A Delory]

On 1/17/2019 at 2:36 PM, Zed Head said:

You probably won't get your money back on the cost for those small fixes.  Those are the kind of things people overlook when buying.  People buy the bigger picture.  If it has a good smog sticker, sell it now.

Right. Thanks!

[A Delory]

On 1/17/2019 at 4:35 PM, jcb said:

I'm interested in your car. Please let me know when you have put a final price on the car,   Thanks. John

Will do