DatsunZGuy

I’ll reserve any email comment to SPEED TV until lot #408 hits the stage on Thursday (1/27). Maybe Mr. Yates and company will have some positive comments to express about the 240Z and other Japanese imports this time around.

The insulation was added to help combat vapor locking issues, which became prevalent with the later model “boat anchors” carburetors used in model year 1973-1974. My '73 had them.

Yeah, I caught the tail end of a comment about MR2s will never getting above two thousand dollars. I think that was the same attitude shared by the “experts” about the 240Z a couple of decades ago. A little verbal masturbation might be expected after endless hours of commentary from those talking heads. For the most part, I learned a lot. Anyway, B-J will be putting up some Zs on auction. I hope to catch these cars up on the block. I can’t wait to hear their commentary on them. :lick: http://www.barrett-jackson.com/events/scottsdale/vehicles/makelistnb.asp?auctionid=51&makeid=1791

to some official stuff: http://www.smogcheck.ca.gov/ftp/pdffacts/vehicle_model_years_subject_to_smog_check.pdf

This might be a good time for Burt to put his car back on the auction block. The recent WSJ article and this ebay sale might provide some much needed momentum for Burt to finally sell his car at the price he’s willing to let it go for. In fact, maybe the same bidder that just lost out to this red ’71 may want Burt’s silver ’71. :classic: I wish I knew what came of this car that was on ebay a couple of years ago. I think it had 14,000 original miles, original paint, wheels/hubcaps and even still had the original "OK" sticker on the passenger side quarter window. Back then it went to about $12,000 with the reserve not met.

loop pile to me. For example, here's a shot from inside my 41, 558 original miles car.

The loop pile is the original.

looks more like Janet Jackson to me

http://zhome.com/History/colors.html

Back in the 1980's My dad had a couple of early Ford Mustangs painted using Imron. When applied correctly, the finish is spectacular. The big selling point of the paint was the fact you didn’t have to wax it as often and it was less prone to fading. Imron was also very tough. However, its toughness also meant that the paint didn’t have much give to it. A door ding often resulted in that section of paint chipping off your car. Also, I would highly suggest an external air supply versus just a respirator if you are applying it. When I was a teenager, I worked a summer at a body shop. I recall spraying Imron on some toy planes and rocket used for a carnival ride. I was wearing a mask, but the fumes still made me sick as a dog. Back then, I didn't know what OSHA was. I think that was the turning point for me not to seek a career as a body and paint man.

Sounds like you went down to Vista and bought Les' '71 with the CF hood. If so, nice ride!

that addresses this fairly comon issue. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6190&highlight=pillar+crack

My 1973 (purchased in 1992), which still had the orginal radiator, to include the stickers, was gloss black. Eastwood makes a radiator paint that is pretty dead on to the shade.

Yup, I have a set of those rubber “Z” logo floor mats that came with my car when I bought it (pic in my gallery). I want to say my green 73 I owned back in Colorado in the early 90’s also had the same style of floor mats, but it said “Datsun” across the front instead(like the ebay car). I did see a NOS set of these mats made by Amco on ebay a couple of years ago. Now I wished I had placed a bid on them! :stupid:

I think Zvoiture (a.k.a. Steve) has a great looking example :knockedou http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=8349&sort=1&cat=500&page=1

What scares me is: What little I’ve done, how much has already been spent so far and how much more I have left to do. :surprised

Carl, No impression of being criticized by your reply. I’m just pointing out the audacity of some of the collector car dealerships out there. I agree that $25,000 plus is a lofty asking price for a 280Z, even in that condition. You’re right in stating if it should sell, it would be the exception not the rule. IMHO, Burt’s 240Z and many others like it in mint condition would have to fetch over 30K before the market would bear a later-model Datsun in that price range. However, it’s nice to see a Japanese sport car priced right there with an Italian exotic…even if it’s somewhat a far fetched today. My 2 cents... Cheers! Ed

when a 1977 Ferrari 308 and Datsun 280Z were for sale with the same asking price. Times are a changin' :eek: http://www.vipclassics.com/stk2029090.phtml http://www.vipclassics.com/stk2012698.phtml

I'm on the same hubcap theme, but went with the angled, extreme close up

Here's a picture of what in my console's coin (or ash) tray on my 72. It's indeed removable and the perfect size for a 12 ounce can of your favorite beverage. :classic: Hope this helps. Ed

Back in 1981, my first car at 15 y/o was a 73 with the same color combo, but with an automatic and black vinyl top. Very groovy! It was a Texas car that was shipped to Hawaii by a G.I. It had an ARA AC install with the switch installed right below the trip meter reset knob. Man, I wish I still had that car!

Here's a picture of 4 hubcaps I restored for my 72 using WP 102 and a matte clear to tone down the sheen. I also did my grille as well.

Thanks, Corganx33. Here is a close up of the can. Ignore the date...I need to reprogram my camera