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I'm not sure that I get the same feeling about this seller as you do, Zed Head. As shown below, the seller provided pictures of the Data Plate in the driver's door jamb, the Data Plate in the engine bay and the Engine Number. However, now that I think about it a little more, I don't ever recall seeing a seller only looking for a best offer before. Normally, the seller will always have an asking price.

I spotted this '72 240Z (HLS30-90400 w/ matching-numbers engine L24-113769) on the Los Angeles Craigslist: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/oceano-datsun-240z-1972-owned-48-years/7315412820.html DATSUN 240Z 1972 OWNED 48 YEARS IN CALIFORNIA - $1 (San Luis Obispo County) "This 1972 Datsun 240Z was built in 6-72 and was Purchased New from San Jose Datsun in August 1972. I Purchased it in July 1973 from Walt Martin Datsun Richmond CA. This S30 is painted New Sight Orange (918) and had a re-paint in 1988. Original Numbers Matching Engine Rebuilt in 1999. Original 4 Speed Transmission. Rebuild along with additional work was completed by a Datsun Specialist Shop in Dublin California. (Receipts Available). 240Z Odometer shows 40,600 (140,600) with 1,600 Miles driven since the Rebuild. Original Spare Tire/Wheel and 4 Original Steel Wheels all date coded 6-72 along with 4 Wheel Covers. This 1972 240z has been used sparingly in recent years. Recent maintenance includes installing New (MSA) Seat Covers & Foam Inserts along with other repairs. Clear Title in Sellers Name In Hand, Current Registration, Original Blue and Yellow License Plates from 1972. Vehicle has been in California since purchased. Car is now located in San Luis Obispo County. Looking for Serious Buyers to Make Serious Offers. Email your phone number and I will return your call."

The 240Z bumper look great on the rear of is 280Z. However, when you look at the front of the car, even though it's a big improvement over the car's original big, ugly bumper, I think it's best to replace the 280Z grille, lower valences and the turn signal lights with a 240Z (or early 260Z) grille, valences and turn signal lights. A friend of mine did it this way and I really like the look much better. Here are a couple of picks showing the comparison of the modified 280Z front end versus the 240Z front end. What do you guys think?

The seller is asking $12,500.00 for this '72 240Z, HL30-79063, looks to have its original 901 Silver paint. It also has it original matching numbers engine (L24-99995), original window sticker and owner's manual and perhaps its original date-stamped wheels? Both of the floor pans look very solid and looking at the rest of the pictures, it looks to be a pretty solid car overall, but anyone interested in this Z would need to see more pictures of the undercarriage. The title is missing. Here's the link: https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/d/cumming-1972-datsun-240z/7309011009.html "1972 Datsun 240Z, One owner, Built 4/72, 901 Silver with Red and Black Interior, 135,174 Miles showing, Numbers Matching L24 6 Cylinder Engine with 4 Speed Transmission, A/C Car, 3 screw SU Carbs, Owners Manual and Window Sticker, Sold With Bill of Sale, Solid Floors, Complete car. $12,500. Leave your Name, Location and Contact Information. No Solicitation, I don't need assistance selling this car."

Looking at the front bumper of the car it's either a '70, '71 or a '72 240Z. I blew up the picture, but it was really tough to see the right rear sail panel to tell if it had a Series I emblem or a later Z emblem. Either way, it's always fun to see a 240Z sitting amongst other vehicles on private land. However, as you said, it wouldn't be very fun to see some crazy guy come around the corner with a shotgun pointed at you!

I really hope that this car is purchased with the intent to do a full restoration and not be parted-out. HLS30-03196 is a low numbered car and has its original matching numbers engine: L24-06190. The car still retains its original 918 Orange paint in spare tire well and other places and is one of the most desirable 240Z paint colors! https://www.ebay.com/itm/1970-Datsun-Z-Series/224430749107?hash=item34411d75b3:g:JLkAAOSwd9pgfNLy

I spotted this '71 Series I, # HLS30-11811 on the East Texas Craigslist. The seller is asking $18,500.00 and states that the engine was rebuilt and that the car has "no smoke and no rust" . Looking at the picture showing the underside of the hood, if the hood isn't a replacement, the car looks be a 920 Safari Gold car. Here's the link: https://easttexas.craigslist.org/cto/d/tyler-1971-series-one-datsun-240z/7307733326.html "Its time for me to part with my Z. Priced to Sell. The person I purchased this from had it for 38 years. I had the motor rebuilt, both Carbs rebuilt. All pumps, Alt, Starter plus Clutch and fly wheel brand new. New Radiator. New shocks plus other front end items replaced. New Exhaust New tires with original wheels. Seats, headliner and carpet in great shape! I have receipts for all mentioned plus a stake of paperwork dating back to the purchase of vehicle. Including original manuals No Smoke, No Rust. Straight 6 with 4 speed transmission Garage kept. I've been driving it everyday for the past month after selling my truck. It is a very dependable ride, absolutely a blast to drive. We are moving cross country and I would like to sell before doing so. It is a series one which are more desirable and collectable. The VIN (and number made) is 11811. I also have the back window louvers and front headlight clear covers. CLEAN TITLE IN M Y NAME. Odometer is at 30000. Has tripped once making the total 130k It is now 50 years old! There are a few things which could be fixed. (Or just drive it like I've been) All gauges work except the RPM gauge. It was working until we changed point system out to electronic ignition. The gas tank has a leak where the lines run into it. I have been just putting 7 gallons of gas at a time to avoid any gas spillage. It only leaks when you fill it it past the point of tear. I just have not had the time or energy to fix it. It looks like it can be welded back."

Found this vintage picture online. It's hard to read the license plate on this 240Z. Does anyone recognize what state this license plate is from?

I looked over the pictures pretty closely as well and I agree with you, Allan - It doesn't look too bad. Also, it looks like the car's original color is 919 Sunshine Yellow, which is a great '70 -'71 240Z color! Not sure what the cost would be to ship the car from Honolulu to the West Coast, but low VIN 240Zs are very much in demand these days.

Low VIN 240Z for Sale near Honolulu, Hawaii (HLS30-01661, Build date 1/70) Here's link: https://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/d/pearl-city-package-deal-datsun-240z-and/7292986099.html Seller's comments: "I have a 1970 240Z and 1975 280Z for sale. The 240Z is a project car with rust issues and I’m using the 280Z for cutting out sheet metal to repair the 240Z. That’s the short story, it would be easier to explain on the phone how I ended up with these two Z’s. Both Z’s are stripped down and included in the sale will be parts I have accumulated, bought or removed from the cars. If you are interested, we can setup a time to come look at the Z’s and see what I’m offering. Z’s are rising in price and the 70 240Z, being a Series I, makes it more valuable. Click on this link to see a 1973 240Z for sale locally, for $39,995, https://www.autosourcehawaii.com/inventory/view/13933907/ Getting the 240Z to an operable state will require work on your part but if you enjoy that kind of work and have the skills this may be a rewarding task. Also, both Z’s cannot be driven so towing is required."

Sorry, technical issues that posted everything twice. I deleted the second posting.

'72 Datsun 240Z 77K mi - $7,500 (Medina, OH) A seldom seen 110 Red 240Z with Black interior. Looks to be a fairly solid car and the asking price is not unreasonable and probably negotiable. Here's the link: https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/d/medina-72-datsun-240z-77k-mi/7288699721.html Very nice '72 Datsun 240Z, 4 spd, one time repaint of Code 110 red car. Much more rare color than the orange they made. Some rust on lower fenders and door corners, in front of rear wheels, but overall very solid, very restorable car. Underneath is pretty good, just a couple small spots. Shock towers good. Just bringing it off mothballs. Been about 5 - 6 years since it ran. Needs tank dropped and cleaned. Got a starter to put on it and fresh plugs, wires, cap and rotor are installed. Always ran good. Should have it running shortly. Prior owner took grille and front bumper off for his other Z car. Have all 4 original hub caps that are selling for $500 on ebay right now! Clean OH title in my name with 77k actual miles on it. Absolutely was not going to sell this car but got myself in a situation so somebody gets my bucket list car. If you are serious and know what these cars go for, call me. If not, it's cool. 5Six1 /// 7Two 3 // o11Five I get home around 4:30 pm

I spotted this Low VIN 240Z (HLS30-01285) on the Tucson, AZ Craigslist. The car does not have its original engine (L28 & a 5 Speed) Here's the link: https://tucson.craigslist.org/pts/d/tucson-datsun-240z-411-wagon/7288670445.html Downsizing my collection to focus on other projects. 1970 Datsun 240Z series one #1285 (Yellow) Needs restoration but was running and driving one year ago. Sorry purists, the car has an L28 motor and five speed trans. But I do have a series 1 240Z engine and trans available with sale. The car has been in Arizona most of it’s life and has very little rust. Asking $15,000 1967 Datsun 411 Wagon Running and driving six months ago but distributor was pulled out and rebuilt just never put back in. The car is all original, has very little rust and has been in Arizona nearly all its life. Asking $5,000 I love these classic cars and know what they are worth so please do not make ridiculous offers. Cash sales only Call or text Sean 520-235-495four

1970 Datsun 240z - $12,000 Located in Seward, Nebraska (near Lincoln). Originally a 901 Silver car that was resprayed light blue. VIN# HLS30-05655 and has its original matching-numbers engine (#L24-007235) with 2400 valve cover. Judging from the pictures and the description, this 240Z needs a lot of body work. Here's the link: https://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/d/seward-1970-datsun-240z/7287924044.html For sale is a 1970 Datsun 240z. Car runs and drives. Car has original 2.4 liter inline 6 with 4 speed manual that came in the car. Car has a clean title. Normal rust for a 1970’s Z car, floor boards, rear quarter panels, lower part of front fender. Spare tire well has no rust. Pictures show passenger door panel missing but it will come with the car. The gas tank was replaced last year with new stainless steel tank straps. Stainless brake lines and a new brake master cylinder installed.

I agree with you Racer X, that was a great era for the 911's. As far as the auction is concerned, when you consider all of the time and effort involved in the restoration of this very rare 1967 Soft Window Porsche Targa 911, I agree $24k is peanuts.

1967 Porsche 911S Soft Window Targa 5-Speed Sells for $427,000! https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1967-porsche-911s-soft-window-targa/

Hi Dave, What an incredible thing to see, a 1969 build date 240Z for sale on Craigslist of all places! Looks to be a pretty solid car. Also, congrats on your 280Z project purchase!

Here's a late Series I 240Z that I found on the Los Angeles Craigslist: 1971 Datsun 240Z - Series 1 - $32,000 https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/san-jose-1971-datsun-240z-series/7279996761.html CAR IS LOCATED IN SAN JOSE, CA (Northern California). Please include your contact number when you email me. NO LOW BALLERS, JOY RIDES. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I ask that we both respect each others time when scheduling viewing. I will not show to parties that refuse to wear a mask. More Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LiqZgsw9V6sZVK56eSR5Hcr7t3x2U8e3?usp=sharing 1971 Datsun 240Z VIN: HLS30- 20198 Color: 901 Silver Asking Price: $32,000 Miles: 152,XXX This 1971 Datsun 240Z is a late-Series 1 model and is an original California Blue Plate car. It was sold brand new by Torvick Datsun in Santa Rosa, California to Walter Frederickson on March 13, 1971 for $4,314.30. It has spent its entire life in Northern California, specifically the Santa Rosa area. The vehicle has always maintained its original silver exterior and black interior, and was professionally resprayed in the last 16 years. It has had a total of three owners (Walter Frederickson, Dante Liberatore, and Will Meyer) in its 49 years of existence, all of which are documented through bill of sales. The vehicle received a full refresh/repaint in 2004 and has seen very little miles since. The car comes extremely well-documented with the original purchase agreement, window sticker, user manuals, and brochures. All receipts from the original, second, third owners are included with the vehicle. Body During its last restoration in 2004, the body was stripped to bare metal, with all body work done by a professional. It was painted with five coats of Dupont Chroma Premier in the factory silver metallic color, followed by three coats of clear coat. Bumpers were re-chromed and assembled with all new bumper rubber. All new weather stripping was installed for the front windshield, rear hatch window, doors, hatch, quarter windows, and side windows. The car has no apparent rust rot outside of superficial surface rust. The battery tray had some acid drip on it, so it was a bit scaly when I got the car. I have since sanded it down and sprayed some matching paint on it. Floor pans, dog legs, hatch deck, and other areas that are typically known to rust are clean. One door has ever so slight bubbling under the paint (see photos). The chassis is believed to have roughly 152k miles, judging by the provided documentation. All Series 1 specific emblems are still maintained on the car - hatch vents, quarter panel “240Z” emblems, etc. Engine The engine was replaced in 1979 by the first owner, hence the car does not retain its original numbers matching engine. An appropriate 2.4L engine was fitted. In the last restoration, the radiator and heater core were overhauled and installed with all new hoses. When purchased by the current caretakers, the car had a Holley 390 CFM four barrel carburetor with Clifford manifold. This was replaced with a used pair of factory Hitachi SU carburetors and tuned to appropriate specifications. New NGK spark plugs, Taylor performance ignition wires, intake filter, valve cover seal and fuel filter were fitted. The oil was changed to an oil with high phosphorus and zinc oil, and radiator fluid was changed. The engine was professionally rebuilt in 2006 with a Crane 168-0010 cam, headers, and period correct stylish twin-tip Monza exhaust system. A compression test was taken on December 5, 2020 and resulted in the following numbers: 1. 165, 2. 162, 3.160, 4. 160, 5. 165, 6. 162. At the time, the car received a new battery, alternator, regulator, distributor, Pertronix Electronic Ignition and OEM spec coil. A new fuse box and harness utilizing a printed circuit and new spade fuses replaced the stock fuse box. The gas tank was completely cleaned in 2006, resealed and installed with all new hoses, including the proper emissions hoses and filler hoses. Brakes Front rotors and rear drums were reground during the last restoration, with remanufactured calipers, pads, and brake lines installed. New inner and outer wheel bears, races, and oil seals were also installed. In current ownership, both the brake and clutch hydraulic fluid have been replaced. Car does brake amazingly, not like your typical spongy brakes! Transmission The 4-speed factory transmission was professionally rebuilt in 2006, along with new shifter bushings installed. A new factory clutch, pressure pate, throw out bearing, pilot bushing, master cylinder, slave cylinder, driveshaft u-joints, and half shafts were installed. Interior Seats were professionally reupholstered with new foam and new reproduction seat covers. NOS door panels, new carpet, shift boots (inner and outer), emergency brake boot, window cranks, door handle escutcheons were added to touch up the interior. An Autopower roll bar, aftermarket luggage bar were also added. The car maintains several original Series 1 components such as the 20-mph speedometer, behind-seat compartments, center console, coin tray, ashtray, hole-free spoked steering wheel, hatch inner vent panel, choke knob, radio, etc. Car comes with the AC system that was removed by the prior owner. Suspension In 2006, the car received a new rack and pinion steering rack, rubber bushings, and steering coupler. New factory strut cartridges were also installed. Original dealer installed mags were also installed during this time.

Here's another '72 240Z with 114 Brown Metallic paint I found on the Phoenix Craigslist: 1972 Datsun 240Z Original AZ Car - $19,250 (Glendale) VIN HLS30-73987 and a 3/72 build date The Good: looks like a solid, 2-owner AZ car & possibly original paint. The bad: It has a big, ugly wing on the back and an automatic. https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/glendale-1972-datsun-240z-original-az/7279540240.html 1972 Datsun 240Z Original AZ car with only 2 original AZ owners. Vehicle has been with 2nd owner since 1974. Over the years many upgrades had been completed including 3 row aluminum radiator, coil, electric fuel pump, interior upholstery, intake and carbs (originals are with car). Car is numbers matching and has factory AC. Options include automatic transmission, AC, rear louvers, front valance. Rear spoiler is aftermarket! Also includes a complete body gasket/rubber kit "see list" in pics. All original parts that have been updated were kept and are included. My uncle who was the 2nd owner since 1974 left us about two years ago. Car was driven to my cousins home about 8 months ago. Car runs but has two leaking wheel cylinders and could use a good tune-up. Text or call Jim 602-516-5904

Harmony01 finally sent me a picture of the VIN on the top of the dash.

I sent the following eBay email to harmony01: Good morning, It's great to see such a low-number VIN! Please post pictures of the VIN on the firewall, the data plate in the engine bay, a picture of the engine number on the block and the VIN on the dashboard. If you reached the capacity for pictures, please email the pictures to me. Thanks, Steve harmony01 replied to my eBay email and sent me the pictures posted below. The only picture he didn't send me was the VIN on the dash. I sent him another email, asking for a picture of the VIN on the top of the dash.

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Datsun 240Z VIN #HLS30-00556,1/70 Build, with Original Matching-Numbers Engine on Los Angeles CL: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/awesome-1970-datsun-240z-series-low-vin/7269255381.html Seller's asking price is $59,950.00. Export NO problem! EXCELLENT and ULTRA RARE 1970 Series 1 Datsun 240 Z in amazing Rust Free condition! ULTRA LOW VIN (00556) Very original Z with numbers matching l24 motor with 4 speed... and beautiful RARE Blue interior!! Runs fantastic and feels strong. Excellent running/driving Z car. Daily driver capable and super collectible with the rarest of features... blue on blue, clear rear glass, first series console, no carpet floors etc. Real Z collectors know what I'm talking about here.... potential show car. I am a Z collector... this is a RARE and very desirable car. INVESTMENT grade Z. Just out of long term storage... many thousands spent to make it a reliable daily driver ... not concours show car... I drive it often. I have nearly everything needed for a full show restoration. Serious buyers can call me but no tire kickers please... 310 85zero 898zero... video available 🙂 I'll consider interesting trade but no junk or projects please... motorcycles, sports cars, classic, rod etc. Thanks!

HLS30-02474 with Matching-Numbers Engine on eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/1970-Datsun-Z-Series-Series-1/254842862680?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160811114145%26meid%3Db5fec96bf6e74f47b80e3b31acc7426f%26pid%3D100667%26rk%3D8%26rkt%3D8%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D382982852335%26itm%3D254842862680%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2334524&_trksid=p2334524.c100667.m2042 Looks like the seller had a body shop do some work on the car. $15k or best offer.