Need a little advice

[300k280zx]

I have currently owned my 83 280zx for 16 years of which 5 or 6 of those years it has circulated throughout my family.Now back in my possesion I have found this z in dire need,(new seats,carpet,exhaust,headers,cracked dash,rust damage,t-tops,t-top seals,body not in the best shape,struts,vinly interior) not to mention 300k.Looking for a little advise.Should I restore or find a new Z in better condition despite the sentimental value?

[Arne]

Only you can put a value on the sentimental part. For the rest of it, it will be far, far more affordable to replace it with a better example than it will to repair one that is as far gone as yours sounds. Sorry, but it's the truth.

[300k280zx]

My thoughts too.I just hate to see it go.Thanks for the adice

[300k280zx]

I`m assuming by the number of views most feel the same.What should I do with the carcus.Sell for parts on e-bay?Let scrap guy pick up for 50.00 bucks?What ya think? Sell for parts car?

[=Enigma=]

Some parts my be of use to those wishing to upgrade their 240's, however with that many miles, it's questionable as to whether the parts are still viable for a swap. Things we like 240Z owners typically like to grab from 280ZX's is the F54 engine block, 5 spd manual trans, 3.9 rear end if so equiped, distributor - minus the E12-93 module yours likely has, 60 amp alternator, 15/16" brake master cylinder, rear brake calipers, stock alloy wheels, and that's about it. They might be worth something to someone, but like I said, 300K is on the end of the range of acceptabiliy in almost all cases for these parts.