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[uPDATE 3-5-2002]

Things have changed! It now looks like '72 and '73 ownership is higher than anyone else. But, it looks like we've got a LOT of members that own cars between '71 and '73.

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For the record even though I own a 72 had a 73. My perfect Z would be a 69 build 70 registered 240z. Actually my perfect Z would be a 432R but that's another post.

I'm a sucker for the hatch vents and dash differences. Also the fact that it's lighter and has a higher comp cylinder head also interests me.

The downside no stowage compartments behind the seats. Can you guys tell me if your 70-71 has these or not????

Gavin,

I have a '71 240Z (Series I) with a build date of Jan. 1971. I do not have the storage bins, just the plastic covers behind the seat. The only disadvantage to these (that I can tell) is that getting to the jack is a little tough because the seats do not fold forward. But then again how times do you have a flat?

I'm with you though, I like the different qtr emblems (240Z) and the rear hatch vents. Helps keep it from "looking" like any other 70's model Z.

kmack,

My build date was 5/71. I do have the storage compartments in back. Is this considered series 1 or 2?

Sapruns,

Based on the fact that you have the storage compartsments in the rear deck, then you should have a Series II 240Z.

The first year 240's (70 models) and the first few months of the '71 models were Series I cars. January of '71 appears to be the crossover point for Nissan. There have been a few discussions here awhile back that can give good descriptions on what was changed from the Series I cars to the Series II cars.

Basically, if you have

- the cabin air vents on the hatch (instead of behind the qtr windows),

- plastic tool covers behind the seats (instead of the tool storage bins in the rear deck),

- cigarette lighter in the console (instead of in the dash),

- choke lever in the center of the console (instead of on the side)

then you most likely have a Series I car.

1. 73 240Z

2. 80 280ZX

3. 81 280ZX 2+2

4. 82 280ZX

5. 84 300ZX Turbo

6. 86 300ZX N/A

my 240 is a 1970 number 000640

Have you got enough zeds Z Babe

Mick

Originally posted by zed240au

my 240 is a 1970 number 000640. Mick

Ooooo, you have one of the first run of Z's manufactured! Cool!

Originally posted by zed240au

Have you got enough zeds Z Babe? Mick

Nah, you can never have too many Z's. :classic:

My Zed is HLS30-00026 manufactured 11/69. My restoration plans include taking the bumpers and wheels back to original.

1978 280Z..

You damn old Z's... i'm like a 25 year old baby

Mine is HLS30-00215 manufactured 11/69. I'll keep it as original as I can where it shows...

My father and I both have '72 240's

1971 240Z series I (3)

1970 240Z

going to buy a 82-83 Turbo eventually