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Often, the original owners manual and service record book listing the original owner and record of dealer service are still in the glovebox when a car moves on to a new owner. If you didn't get those when you bought the car, you may be out of luck. Dennis

That was almost as good as the video of paint drying. Perhaps a timeline summary would have been as effective. Dennis

Try ball point pen (Bic or other throw away "stick" pens) bodies with the refill removed - nice tube and can be cut to length as needed. Dennis

Topped out at 119º today. More of the same tomorrow. I can't wait to see my electric bill this month. Dennis

Currently, it's a balmy 117º F ( 47º C ) and climbing. If I can find a big enough box, it's your's. ? Dennis

Don't call me Shirley! Sorry, I tried to resist. But it's hot here and I'm not making good decisions. Dennis

Not sure of any differences in bushing replacement between your 8/70 Z and my 4/71 Z. (Great way to word the start of a piece of advice ?). I removed the center console (easy), the inner rubber shift boot, removed the shirt lever, and replaced bushings that are available at your local Datsun/Nissan dealer. Easy job. Dennis

If this was your listing, nice looking Z. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-datsun-240z-95/ That said, I'm sure that the cracked dash, and other modifications, including later model engine swap, kept the bidding lower by those looking for a bone stock Z like the $100K example. That's the luck of draw with the auction process. Dennis

Jason240z is from the UK and speaks English English. Allow me to interpret what he meant by: who are "the datsun garage" ( Translation to American English: Who are you? ). You're an unknown entity on this site, your website is intentionally devoid of phone and physical address information, so one has to wonder if your business is legitimate, a "drop ship" vendor, or a scam. what would a set of 14x6.5 be? ( Translation to American English: What is the cost of a set of 4 wheels size 14" X 6.5"? ) Glad to be of help. Dennis

I helped a friend list and sell his Porsche 912 on BAT last December. The BAT folks were helpful with suggestions on how to best present the car with photos and video. The car was located in Southern California and the eventual BAT buyer was from England. Once the auction ends, the seller collects the cash and all shipping, border customs, and additional costs are on the buyer. In this case, the buyer and his son flew over to pay and collect the 912. They then drove it to the port in Long Beach and put it on a boat to England. It was a fairly hassle free process for my friend and he got much more than he had anticipated selling it for locally. Sometimes, self proclaimed experts on BAT post ugly comments, but his auction sale went quite well. Detailed pictures are a must and a video of the vehicle doing a cold start is often requested. Dennis

I agree with Charles on it being a '70 or '71 with a later hood. Fender & roof side emblems missing, front and rear window trim missing, marker lights and bumpers off, new paint could be covering a lot of history. Check body panels with a magnet for Bondo. Dennis

That's a safe buy in "Significant Other" terms - won't take up garage or driveway space and doesn't need any repairs. ? Dennis

I just took a second look....no dash cracks.

Gas lid looks useable. Dennis

"engine clean enough to eat off of". Not sure where the seller is used to eating. But, if it's out of a dumpster, he may be correct. Between covering the side quarter windows and blocking the rear window view with the ginormous tall spoiler he's certainly enlarged the driver's blind spot. Dennis

Oh, just go ahead and wash it! Take pictures and then roll it into the garage until 2059 when it can be a 350 mile Barn Find all over again. ? Dennis

Allow me to help you understand how it happens in the case of Porsche Factory Restored cars. https://www.porsche.com/international/accessoriesandservice/classic/factoryrestoration/ Let me know if you have questions. Dennis

Not sure why the plastic was left on the seat for 350 miles, so there must be a good story that goes along with the car. What did the owner tell you about why it is what it is? Dennis

My guess would be that the flasher case is made of PVC and everything PVC gets the impending death warning due to lead content. On a related Big Brother warning, I've included a notice to parents/adults from the California site below. Make sure young children do not play with holiday lights or put them in their mouths.

White Post Restoration has been around for decades and has a good reputation for the brake sleeve jobs they've done for the Studebaker community on wheel cylinders and disc brake master cylinders. When I've contacted them in the past, they'll give a price quickly. Dennis

And the guy who does them for the elephants at the Ringling Brothers Circus says, "The pay's not good, but the tips are big." Sorry, Cliff, I shouldn't encourage you. However, take comfort in knowing you're not the only one with an 8 year old's sense of humor. Enjoy the 4th of July! Dennis

Today, the Los Angeles Times newspaper ran a fun little story that the longtime Z owners among us may relate to. Here's the link: https://tinyurl.com/y2t4pxja Dennis

I was a distributer for Covercraft products during an earlier phase of my life and highly recommend them. My 914-6 has worn Covercraft for 27 years and my Avanti for over 40 - they last a long time.. The covers are machine washable and custom fit. You can order with or without mirror pockets. Covercraft made many custom covers for Studebakers from the 1930s and 40s based on customer dimensions I sent in to them. The good old days! Dennis

Although you asked the Group for advice, it seems that you may have already eliminated all three of the choices based on your budget (280), lack of storage space (240 shell) , and current mechanical skills (240 shell & rusting 260), Keep in mind that these aren't the last three Zs on the planet. As others mentioned, expand your search area. Find a local club or ask around at local mechanic shops to find unadvertised cars. Most of us didn't have the pleasure of buying a Z new off the showroom floor. So, for most, it became a hunting adventure. Take your time, the right car is out there. You mentioned that you have three parts cars 800 miles away. Condition? What can you salvage if needed for the Z you eventually find? Enjoy the search and count on this Group to help. Dennis

That's quite a hefty bill to maintain the old York and R12 system. Newer system would have cost about the same. Owner must have wanted to keep it period correct. Dennis