New guy looking for a 240z

[Ptero]

I've loved the 240z from the day I first saw it. Having owned impractical cars in the past, I figured this is right up my alley.

I'm here to learn as much as I can about these cars so that I can be somewhat prepared when I make a purchase.

I'm currently looking at the car below as a possible purchase.

'73 240z

90,000 Miles

Was restored about 10 years ago. Original color was Orange.

Also would come with a 2.8l spare engine /w 5 spd transmission. (Came out of an IMSA car. Unknown mileage, turned over the last time it was in a car but overall condition is unknown besides good compression)

The interior looks to be fairly.... tired. It needs some TLC for sure. The dash is in great shape with one small rip/tear in it.

Tachometer does not work (goes up upon starting the car but then goes back to 0). Other gauges appeared to be in working order besides a wobbly speedo.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpBRxXvAed8&feature=player_embedded

Edited April 16, 2011 by Ptero
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[zKars]

Welcome to our little band of z-crazies!

As to your possible purchase, so much depends on rust, especially the hiding kind. there are plenty of posts here that go into details about where to look. body work is always the most expensive and time consuming to deal with. buy the best body you can afford.

Have a local expert from a z club near you have a look to help evaluate it if thats practical.

I know of a couple of nice 240s for sale near here in Western Canada. where are you located?