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So you're going to sell the car complete? I think that's a wise decision. Thankyou!!! No, we all like the S30 bodyshape. I don't think that defines a "car", though. Our website's definition is more distinct. That is, a "car" is composed of all parts - body, interior, engine... Our site is for Classic Z car owners. That is, owners of S30's that strive for that 'classic' look, feel and - most important of all - drive. I hope you understand. By no means are you not welcome here! We have quite a few V8Z members. Just, they keep the V8 business to forums dedicated to it. Classic S30 bodywork, classic S30 interior and classic S30 mechanics are our focus. Oh yeah, and 240K's too.

I had another look at my wheels - sorry - the 7.5J ones are Type-A. What is the difference between A and B?! Surely not the offset, since these ones are decently deep. I think the 9J ones are an older style, no markings I can see (except for 21 & 114.3, and the Watanabe logo on one of the spokes). They both look to be al-u-min-i-um to me.

Documentation to prove it's authenticity would also probably be helpful!

I saw that thread too. Word spreads VERY fast over the net. I hope the business goes bankrupt - they're no-good crooks!

What car came with an L28 and flat tops, in Australia??? (not denying it, just wanting to know!)

Now, I'm no expert on 260Z's or 280ZX's (let alone 280Z's, which we didn't get in Australia), but I didn't think we ever got the L28 with flat tops. 260Z had the L26 and 280ZX had fuel injection. Correct me if I'm wrong.......?

A few old Datsuns have been going on Ebay recently in Australia - here's another. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2030&item=2486403328&rd=1 At first I didn't really think that price was very realistic, but then I had a look at the SPECS of the ENGINE!!!!!!!!!!!! :eek: :eek:

It's true, people would appreciate our cars if they didn't have "DATSUN" badges - I guess that's why so many people debadge them. What I heard in regards to why Datsun was even used in export markets was similar to what you said, Moyest. I heard that when Nissan BEGAN to export, they were afraid to give Nissan a bad name, if people in other markets didn't like their cars. They decided to call them Datsun, and then change over to Nissan once it was "safe". Interesting, because Datsun doesn't really have a good name! I wonder how much 'street cred' Nissan would have, if Datsuns were always Nissans... Get me??

OH!! I love those Wheels Michael... they're up there near the Watanabes on my preference list! You already have those Watanabes fitted on your car, you shouldn't complain! But if you want wider ones... well, good things come to those who wait Gavin, I am not sure of the difference. I thought it was just the Offset which made them different "types" ('tyep' on my engrish Watanabe box!). I have 14x7.5 Type-B and 14x9 Type-R. Only difference I can see is the size!

oh boy oh boy oh boy!! I knew you'd get it! PLEASE take lots of pictures, these babies are gorgeous!

At a Petrol station once a guy thought my Z was a Z. :)

To me, the Crossfire reminds me much more of the AMC Pacer.

Can't help you there.. but I too would like to know!!

Ben, I think Vicky was talking about the wheels on the green car (stock steelies). As for us being JEALOUS that you own a V8-Z... seems like the default defense by any 300ZX/350Z/V8-Z owner that ever comes here. We all have tastes and preferences, I for one will never own a V8-Z. (that's not to say we aren't jealous that you found that beautiful, unmolestered time capsule!!)

ROFL the irony is great isn't it??? Funny you mention kiwis, Michael was described as a yank aswell!!!!

Stop the painnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

Way too close! Guess you'll be parking the Z around the other side of teh shop from now on

ROFL ROFL ROFL

Another perfectly original Z... gone!!

Chris told me that too - so I made sure to check out the engine bays of the cars in the magazines. In the March 1973 Wheels you can see a good picture of the engine, and the intake manifold does look a bit different... it is important to note that whatever they did, it didn't affect the output HP rating at all.

Hi Jim, Thanks for replying! It is curious to think just what Nissan was doing.. I've also read in some magazines about the "toning down" of the image with the "GL" badging I had a look at the May 1973 Modern Motor, some awesome photographs in there huh! Couple of interesting points about the car. 1. It's got weird looking mirrors on both sides. 2. NO interior differences to the GL. I was under the impression the GT got a tape deck, but none there. 3. And of course like you mentioned, badged as a GT - referred to as a GL! Oddness. This is a very early magazine, could it be that they got a very early car which was made before Nissan decided what exactly to call the car? This seems reasonable, since the other magazines you mentioned also come from early 1973 when the car was just being introduced... I've got a MOTOR MANUAL from March 1973 here now. Some MORE interesting points. This car doesnt have GL or GT badging, but a small thin rectangle on the side where the "GT" or "GL" would usually be. Looks like a badge they put on their to cover the holes. In the article, it says GL. No mention of GT. The engine block has written on it (with a marker or something it looks) "HGAC" or "AGAC"... if that means anything to anyone. ALSO in the article they mention the "C2" pack which includes air con, tape deck, automatic trans. This must be what I was thinking of before... I also have the WHEELS from March 1973. I had a look at that too. It's a 240K GT alright! Notice no tape deck here either. Looks like the GT was exactly the same as the GL... engine has written on it "HG". From what I can gather, Nissan brought out some early cars as "GT" and even some without badging (for test purposes or otherwise I guess), and then later only sold them as GL. It's strange...there's no denying the existance of the 240KGT, but I'd like to know WHERE it came in and for how long, and what were the differences (if any)! Makes for some good researching though doesn't it. I tell you what though, if they'd just badged them all "GT" it'd make my life a bit easier! Still trying to find some side quarter "GT" badges in good nick for a decent price.

The one on Ebay was one of the most immaculate ones I've ever seen... it was in Sydney, but I was still seriously tempted. Got to keep focus though! While on the subject... seen this (relisted)? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2485666184&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT Here's some inspiration for you

hehehehe Michael's gotttttt aaaaaa jobbbbbbb Those look very very nice, I only have one!!! Can you guess which?