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Where was that one advertised? I looked at a 260 2-seater on the weekend. The guy had it repainted about 18 months ago (metallic copper) and they didn't do a very good job at re-sealing the rear hatch glass. As result, the interior of the car (which is not stored under cover) was absolutely sodden. The carpets and underlay are actually heavy to lift because they have soaked up so much water! The car was a '77 model, orig engine etc etc, but getting a bit too high tech for my liking(!) - it had A/C for goodness sake! He also had a rough-looking 240 which ha was planning to build up into a clasic racer. Interstingly it was chassis no.38... a nice low number!

an ambitious but highly commendable plan! You can add my car (when I get one!) The WA site is in its infancy and I'm not the webmaster for it. I am however trying hard to raise its profile. Try the site again when you can, its usually up.

Steve, Are you starting a register? If so, you should post the fact on www.wazcars.com... a group of Perth-based Z-enthusiasts. Their website is just starting out but they have a good groups of core members as I unserstand. Hayden.

ahhhhhhh, its baaaack!

Ozdat may be up but the classifieds section is still down: http://www.ozdat.com/classifieds/index.html

Its the hand-throttle. The lever was deleted on later models.

Congratulations! Now you just need to stay out of the car long enough to post some more pics!

There is a number stamped into the firewall in the engine bay on the driver's side (RHD) just below the rubber bonnet seal. It should match the engine bay plate... I guess what it amounts to is that all of the numbers you will need to see are under the bonnet!

...and I tried to email them using the 'email us' at the bottom of the page...it bounced. Doesn't sound too good

Nup - still can't get past the "For sale Clasifieds" link.

Yes! and I can't find a "contact-us" email to notify the webmaster...

Its that part of the car where you can actually see all the bird $^!# from the inside..!

Rick, my tongue was formly lanted in my check when I typed the original post...alas howver, it IS a direct quote from wheels magazine. Take it as you like, but I think most of the replies have summed up the situation pretty well. That is, there are some mechanical ignoramuses out there whic give rise to the opinion expressed there. Happily its not one which applies to the broader Z-community!

touche!

You mean the first 240Z came out 10 after than first MGB. New MGBs were rolling off the production line when the 240Zs appeared so the comparison is valid. Its no fault of Datsun that MG made no major technological revision to the MGB during its produciton life. In fact, I understand that when the MGB first went into production its engine and drivline were already dated, having seen service in the MGA which dated to the 1950s.

Gak! Curse these slow domestic dialup connections! I'll have a listen 2morrow from work...

Well, this topic certainly did provoke some discussion didn't it? I certinly did not intend to suggest that our American friends are all 'maintenance-ignorant'... as we all know, every country has its fair share of those people. I am also sure that members of our exlted group are either able to perform maintenance themselves or at least recognise when they cannot! Re: Turbo mainenance requirements vs non-turbos. I think that the only caution to the owner of a turbo-owner would be on the subject of oil. The type of oil used for turbo applications (if I recall correctly) must be able to cope with turbines that spin at 10s of thousands of RPM rather than simply an engine which may reach 6-7000rpm... Might be wrong, long time since I drove/owned a turbo car.

The engine block looks startlingly blue. I know this is the correct colour but it looks too clean compared to the remainder of the engine bay - has the engine been replaced? Has it been cleaned recently to remove evidence of oil leaks? On the other hand, photos can be deceptive... The 5-speed badge does not suprise me, especially if the car came from Australia. I have seen Australian-delivered 240Zs that have "Full Automatic" badges on the hatch. These may have been added by the local dealer, especially if the car was recieved in a "knocked-down" state from the manufacturer. Tell us how you go...

Gav, Here is a simple rule of thumb: If the modification you are planning for your car is not reversible, don't do it. That is, if you have to cut or drill existing panels to attach new parts then you are very likely to devalue the car. Don't add the ZG replica parts if you have to hack up your lovely standard car. ...anyway, I think they look better in stock form without the droopy nose... Hayden.

The July '03 edition of Australian "Wheels" magazine has an article on the next GT-R. It will not be powered by a turbo charged six cylinder, rather it will have a V8. One of the reasons for this is, and I quote: "...Another factor in opting for a larger displacement instead of increased atmospheric pressure was potential concern about durability arising because of maintenance-ignorant American buysers." Any comments guys..?

Me too! I hope you don't have the same secret ideas that I have! I used to have a Moto Guzzi bike with plate V-TWO... 'cause thats what the engine was.

Very nice, whats the story?

It near Applecross: