Hello, I'm new to this club. I am looking to buy a 240/280 Z but not sure really where to start. A friend of mine had a 240Z  when I was younger and I really liked it.

I'm looking for a car that might need a little work, but solid. Any suggestions on publications or resources would be great.

Also from you experienced owners, any input as to the pros and cons of the 240 vs the 280 would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Ernesto

1 minute ago, ernesto said:

I'm looking for a car that might need a little work, but solid. Any suggestions on publications or resources would be great.

https://www.classiczcars.com/classifieds/category/1-cars-for-sale/

https://bringatrailer.com/datsun/240z/

https://datsunzgarage.us/engine/  tells about the car here.

 

The car you buy depends on what you like to work on.  You said "solid" but that could be drivetrain or body or both.

240Z's are carbs, 280Z's are fuel injection.  That's a biggy for many people.

Thanks Zed, sorry for the late reply. I guess solid would mean that I’m not looking for a total project car. Mechanically running and limited rust. I like to work on cars but cannot take on a full rebuild. Really a 240Z or early model 280z.

Thanks,

E

Ernesto, you might want to monitor ads on Craigslist in your area, and areas around the country where the climate isn't likely to encourage rust.  What's your budget for purchasing a Z? Here in SoCal, you'll find a variety of Z's on the market, from fully restored to modded to project cars.  Here's some links to give you an idea.  Good luck with your search, Ernesto!

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/ctd/d/1971-datsun-240z/7095906785.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/cto/d/azusa-1971-datsun-240z-series-2-rust/7099858450.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/norwalk-1978-datsun-280z/7097398710.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/chatsworth-1977-datsun-280z/7096501325.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/ctd/d/miami-1977-datsun-280z-l28-5-speed/7095974760.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/ctd/d/palm-desert-1971-datsun-240z-coupe/7091258666.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/panorama-city-1973-datsun-240z/7090614184.html

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/compton-datsun-260z-1974/7089783088.html

https://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/d/ventura-datsun-z/7100394910.html

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/san-diego-1977-datsun-280z/7090484618.html

Thanks SoCalJim,

Those are great leads. I can tell it's going to take quite a bit of looking! I live in Ohio but do have the ability to travel if I find what I want.

E

Your budget will determine everything, especially in the 240z world.    Rust & bodywork get expensive to put right.

As many wise members have said,  "buy the best car rust wise you can afford"

Good luck with your search!