AndysPlit

My job included, door/trunk jambs, removal of glass, refitted with new rubber everywhere, bodywork, rust repair (fitting in new metal), new logos and trim, and restoring back to #306 silver. $3,700 Initial quote was for $3,300. But, everyone else will tell you that it will depend on the extent of work and time. I am happy with my job, but it was not a complete tear-down. I suppose location may be a factor too. Good luck!

349,000? Now that's what I'm talking about! Guess I'm in second place.

Wow, the plot thickens on this thread. Couldn't we keep it simple? Oh well, these are valid sub-threads nonetheless. OK, miles I've logged in since I bought the car in 1997: approx 150,000 (I'm the 3rd owner) overall: see above posts.

...I'll check them out, though I have done some pricing on e-bay. Lots of $$$ plus I don't think I have the room in back since I share the space with others in the building. Once in a while I go for a Canyon Run on the Angles Crest with some other sports car enthusiests. This happens every Sunday morning at 7am. They all meet up at the Shell station on Foothill in La Canada. Maybe one of these days we can set something up when the roads aren't slick. Art Singer fom Sunrise Z goes once in a while.

.....mmmmmm, good point. How about overall miles regardless of what's been rebuilt. But ,by tranny and upper engine were done at approx 250,000.

Wow, must be nice. I can't wait to drive my car after its engine has been rebuilt.....whenever that is.

.....So, am I still in the lead? 299,600!

....I've read a few threads with low mile Z's. So I am interested in the other side of the spectrum. There's something to be said about high mileage cars, as they've been through a lot.

....OK, sounds like what I've been doing. I just don't want to deal with the rust issue, as it was taken care of in 2006 when it went to the bodyshop. Thanks! ps...my next place will have a garage, I swear!

My 78 has 299,600 miles. Rebuilt tranny, replaced head gasket.

Unfortunately I had to move to a place that doesn't have a nice spot (garage / carport) for my Z. I usually keep a cover on it, as I only drive it about once a week or so. I just had it painted over a year so I want to preserve the car as much as possible. When it rains I usually take the cover off. Now, we don't get so much rain out here in Southern California, but I cringe everytime I read a weather report predicting rain. My car cover is nothing fancy. Of course it claims to be made out of "breathable" material and all that. So, my question is this. As long as I am in this situation, what do you guys think is better for my car? Cover or no cover for when it pours? Thanks. ps....the bra is off during the rainy season.

DOH! :dead:

Wow, I never came across this thread before, as I recently joined about a year ago. I read every installment and was very enthralled with your story. Yes, please, any updates? Damn, I'm inspired to write my story now!! :cheeky:

...Not sure if anyone has already posted this, but this is really a treat....a feast for your eyes. These were taken at Nissan in Japan. http://www.twinturbo.net/net/viewmsg.aspx?forum=general&msg_id=2079707

mmm...right. I hope it sells for that much. Good news for us all.

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/car/531900528.html .....with some mods. Really cool car.

....Very little point in adding this, as it is VERY trivial. But, my hood comes from a BPE......Found it in the junkyard a few years ago when I was looking for another hood. Nope, I don't own a BPE, but I got a good deal on the hood. :squareeye

OK, my side view mirror on the 78 is fine........but, the base or mount is cracked. Now my mirror has to be fixed because it is simpily no loner stable. The mirror now shakes. I've glued it twice and it comes loose from the mount in a couple days. Is there any way I can save the mirror and just replace the mount? I think the OEM mirrors come with the mount if you buy them brand new, but I don't really need the mirror itself. (considering aftermarker mirror to save money) Any of you ever seen just the mount/ base for sale? Or should I just get an entire new mirror?

I feel obligated to rename this thread "Do A Datsun".

Are those gauges from a 280?

Awesome!!! See, the dream isn't over yet. Have a little faith. :classic:

That's cool. Kind of a strange angle as the Z looks squashed and wider than I am use to seeing. Still awesome.

Why does every thread lately have to be about this car?

Well, the 280's due have the crash bumpers. However crude they may appear, they saved my Z's rear from being mangled a few months back. But, a 280 is faster and fuel injected. Love the 260's, but I'll stick with my 280.

.....OK, since it is registered here in California, there should be no problems. I have used those permits before putting the car under my name before. So, sounds like it should be OK. Sorry for any confusion.