theianmonster

I would rather have the lighter car. Sure, everyone swaps out the motor, for either the L28 or some Chevy V8, but I love the good ol' L24. The serial numbers match on the body and the motor, and I'm very happy of that. 240Z started it all, its a gorgeous car, and it will never go out of style. Even though my 240Z looks like a retarded kid took a chainsaw to it, I know after I finish the body work and get it painted it'll be stellar. I wouldn't get that same feeling out of a 280Z, its just the bigger car, and I personally don't like that.

Okay, thanks.

Wow, looks like a lot of work, but totally worth it. BUT, the question still stands. Will the doors leak if it rains?

If I shave off the rain gaurds above the doors, will the doors leak?

Yeah, more expansion would be grand. I'm doing the body on my 240Z right now, but would like to switch over to manual in the future.

...if I were to switch out my automatic transmission in my '72 240Z, for a manual, what all besides the transmission would need to be changed?

I just need to get rid of it, if I get $50, swell, I mean, sure, the more money the better, but you're right. I mean damn, my 240Z I'm actually working on has an automatic, I wish it had a manul, but it doesn't...

No, shipping at buyers expense was kinda the plan.

Well, it runs fine. New plugs and an oil change might not hurt. The carbs. need to be re-jetted. Other than that its fine.

I've got a 1973 240Z motor with an automatic transmission, and I need to sell it. How much should I sell it for? - Ian

Yeah, I have one and I don't even want one, haha. I like it so much better with a solid roof, but whatever.

Mine isn't retractable, it just pops up.

Mine doesn't leak either, I was just wondering. Thanks guys.

I know this is going to be a stupid question to most. Was there ever an option for a sun roof in the 1972 240Z's? Just wondering...because I have one... - Ian

I'm restoring a Z based on one thing, the car is beautiful. Sure, I don't have the perfect car to start with, but I have it all invisioned in my head on how it's going to turn out. The smooth lines, the deep gauges in the dash, a coupe, I mean, what's not to love. Do what you want, I'm not going to judge you. But don't forget on how gorgeous your car would look after some time and money. - Ian

If this is concerning the 1973, here you go: - The interior panels are in good shape, but the vinyl on the seats is torn, and the dash is cracked. The color of the interior is black. - The transmission is an automatic. - Ian

Well, by taking a second look at my 1973 240Z, its too structurally damaged in the front to proceed on restoring it. So, I'm back to my 1972. I would like to sell everything I can out of the 1973, so <b>PLEASE</b> let me know. Sorry if you contacted me for parts out of my 1972, hopefully I can help you with 1973 parts now. - Ian

I've got a 1973 as well, and its definately a plus (for safety reasons). The 1973 was the first year it had fire retardent interior and a collapsable steering column. - Ian

Welcome to the scene, its a very friendly one. If you need anything just let me or anything of the other members know. - Ian

Another idea (I just thought of this), a lot of Formula One cars have hydraulic jacks built into the bottom of the car, for quick tire changes. If you were to install these AND have a kill switch, you could prop the car up just enough for the wheels not to touch and take out the key for the killswitch. Even if they start it, its not going anywhere, but this would be very expensive.

Very nice. I'm not sure about the blue interior, it definately wouldn't be my first choice, but it still looks nice. I'm fond of the painted springs and calipers, it definately adds to the look of the cars.