hell'o i just joined this group. i live in arkansas not too far from memphis, tn. i just purchased a 1976 280z. this car has been sitting (i'm told for approx 1 yr). when i started the car it fired right up. although, there was alot of smoke that came out the exhust. it smelt of gas. i only ran it for approx. 20 seconds for fear of screwing something up. i am going to transport it to my barn tomorrw and begin general tune-up. i hope this begins a great relationship b/t me and my car (plus, you guys). well, i'm going to jump to the other forums to see what type on info i can obtain on the car and educate myself. catch you in chat. thanks shane ishmael