Carl Beck Posted January 31, 2008 Share #1 Posted January 31, 2008 Here is one for a Collector. A 1982 280ZX Tubo, 5sd. with 1,415 miles. Starting Bid $22K and Buy-it-now for $29K.Anyone that has attempted to restore an older Z, knows that you could not duplicate this car without spending twice that amount today.E Bay Item Number: 300195233750http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Datsun-Z-Series-1982-DATSUN-280ZX-TURBO-5-SPEED-1-410-MILES_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ6187QQihZ020QQitemZ300195233750QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVWFWIW,Carl B. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncolz Posted January 31, 2008 Share #2 Posted January 31, 2008 Restoration isn't always about the money spent, it's about the process. For me, I have a hell of a lot more fun spending a weekend in my shop rebuilding sections of a car, cussing about a broken bolt, trying to find the correct replacement part, etc. than I do driving virtually any 'new' anything. Then again, driving one every now and then would be a lot of fun. Glen in Colorado (2) 1970 240Z 1971 240Z 1973 240Z 1974 260Z 1982 280ZX convertible 2006 GMC Sierra 2006 BMW X3 dog, cat, horses and a VERY understanding wife Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235920 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougN Posted January 31, 2008 Share #3 Posted January 31, 2008 Saw this car last night in person, what a beauty! Car is every bit as nice as described in the ad. Definately a unique car with only 1400 miles! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted January 31, 2008 Share #4 Posted January 31, 2008 That's funny, I saw it in person last night as well. I'm not a big fan of the 280ZX but it's quite amazing (along with the rest of the collection, of course). Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cunniwj Posted February 1, 2008 Share #5 Posted February 1, 2008 Wow that's unreal if it is what he says, I wonder if the warrante is still good,just kidding. Does anyone know what the sticker price of that model was in 82? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblake01 Posted February 1, 2008 Share #6 Posted February 1, 2008 Original MSRP: $17,299 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin260z Posted February 1, 2008 Share #7 Posted February 1, 2008 Well, MSRP was $13,850 - $14,300 for a 1980 10th anniversary 280zx, so I would guess a little more than that.whoops, you beat me! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235981 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted February 1, 2008 Share #8 Posted February 1, 2008 There is something strange about the description. To quote: "I JUST HAD A TOTAL SERVICE PERFORMED ON THE CAR. ALL FLUIDS & FILTERS WERE CHANGED, VALVES CHECKED, TIMING & DWELL, BELTS INSPECTED, ETC." Could someone tell me how you check the dwell on an electronic ignition? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235986 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted February 1, 2008 Share #9 Posted February 1, 2008 I wouldn't be too concerned about that particular part of the description. I suspect it was copied and pasted. After seeing this car and many others (9 immaculate 240Zs - 4 of which are "vintage" Zs) I have absolutely no doubt about the authenticity and quality of the car. Here's a picture that I took less than 24 hours ago right after the eBay add was posted. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-235990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted February 1, 2008 Share #10 Posted February 1, 2008 Mike, I wasn't trying to imply that the auction was fraudulent. I just thought it was humorous that he said the dwell was checked/adjusted. Perhaps he did pay for someone to do that... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-236015 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Beck Posted February 1, 2008 Author Share #11 Posted February 1, 2008 Could someone tell me how you check the dwell on an electronic ignition?Dwell angle - reflects the number of degrees of distributor shaft rotation during which the points are closed, and the coil is energized. If the mechanical points have been replaced with either a magnetic or LED sensor it really doesn't change the need for the proper dwell angle to be present.You check the dwell angle with a digital meter. The dwell can be out of spec due to the distributor shaft/bearings being worn, sensors for the LED or magnet being improperly aligned etc.Although it is doubtful that it needed to be done on a ZX with 1400 miles... ;-)FWIW,Carl B. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-236017 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike B Posted February 1, 2008 Share #12 Posted February 1, 2008 Looks like someone bought it with the $29k buy-it-now.-Mike Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/26927-anyone-looking-for-a-new-280zx-turbo/#findComment-236019 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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