My late 1971 240Z has a vented hood.  I have an opportunity to swap someone for a non-vented hood.  In your opinion, should I swap?  I like the idea of keeping things original when I can, but there may be advantages (cosmetic or mechanical) to keeping the 280Z hood.

Edited May 9, 20205 yr by wadelester

I'd get the OE hood. My '72 has absolutely know hot/heat running issues and it's hot down South.

 

The non-vented hood is of course correct on an original 240z.  But if the car is a going to be a resto-mod, then do whichever you prefer.  I have both hoods for my 72 project.  I haven't decided either - I might paint them both before deciding ....

For some reason I have never been partial to the vented hood look...

Thanks to all who commented.  I went to look at the hood and it in good shape, so I think I'll trade.  He is doing a resto-mod