DatsunZGuy

I see them up for auction all the time on eBay. In fact, I saw a set with a "Buy it Now" price of around $50.00 this past weekend. Not sure if you'll be able to get someone to break up a set though.

What a nice pair of 10th anniversary 280ZXs up for auction! I haven’t seen a set of those Goodyear Wingfoot (precursor to the Goodyear Eagle line) tires since mine wore out back in the 1980’s. CLICK HERE Oh do I wish I had more $$$ and garage space :classic:

I am debating on switching my current stock E88 intake manifold and balance tube with an E46 manifold and E41 tube on my bone stock 72. I have to admit part of me would like to get rid of the air pump and the rest of the associated plumbing and replace it with the cleaner setup that would include a set of headers. Has anyone here made a switch like the one I’m contemplating and regretted it?

My heart and prayers go out to you.

All those items mentioned seem not to be on this vehicle. My bet is the car is actually a late '71. It would have been nice if the seller included the VIN number or at least a picutre of the data plate in the ad

Actually, I live in California. Dad’s last assignment was Tripler hospital, and he decided to retire on Oahu. Being a military brat, and living in Hawaii for 18 years, you get around on that tiny island. Sometimes it scares me that I can remember details like what base housing on Hickam AFB looks like...but I can’t find my car keys! :stupid:

Hey Robbz, I saw your Z pictures in the gallery. Nice to see a car from Hawaii!The car looks like it's parked in base housing at Hickam. Am I even close?:cheeky:

I work in Santa Barbara, California. Today, while crossing the street to get my daily lunchtime smoothie, I see a pristine silver 1957 Mercedes Benz 300 SL gullwing waiting patiently for the light to turn green. The light changes and masterpiece slowly drives up State Street. I watch the people on the sidewalk go about their business oblivious to the fact that a $300.000 plus classic legend has driven by. The distinct tone of the fuel injected slant six made everything around me silent. It made my Monday.

I am so sorry to hear about this. I will say a special prayer tonight for one of our brothers.

Michael, This car won the 1997 MSA 'Best of Show'. I have an article on the car that I can email to you if you are interested. It is too big to post here on the site. Ed datsunzguy@yahoo.com

Hi Walter, I just stripped and repainted my front and rear bumper brackets for my 1972, and my fronts looked just like those. Cheers! Ed

Here's an article that features a 240Z with the seats you are talking about. Nice lookin' Z and 510! CLICK HERE

Let's Try This Again :-)

Here's a blurb from the Texas Z Club. Also you'll find a link below to a write-up from Les' Web site. www.classicdatsun.com/zz/nissan.html Happy reading! ************************************************* "Z-Store" Of The Future - 10 Nissan Retailers Selected To Host Z-Stores - CARSON, Calif. (November 20, 1996) - Ten Nissan retailers in the United States have been selected as homes of "Z-Stores", an innovative pilot marketing program launched today by Nissan Motor Corporation USA These Z-Stores will offer comprehensively inspected, Nissan certified, pre-owned Z-cars for retail sale in their showroom, along with authentic Z memorabilia and other items. With only 10 official Z-Store retailers nationwide, consumers in various U.S. regions will have the opportunity to enjoy a piece of sports car history with the confidence of owning a reconditioned car at the following locations: Jake Sutherlin Nissan, Tampa, FL Sutherin Nissan, Marietta, GA Esserman Nissan, Miami, FL Coggin Nissan, Jacksonville, FL Universal City Nissan, Los Angeles, CA Performance Nissan, Duarte, CA Stevens Creek Nissan, Santa Clara, CA Bankston Nissan, Irving, TX Courtesy Nissan, Richardson, TX Brown’s Fairfax Nissan, Fairfax, VA Based on their successful history of posting high volume sales of Z-cars and providing high levels of customer service, these retailers will work with Nissan to begin fully reconditioning Z-cars. "Through our new Z-Store concept, we are partnering with select Nissan retailers to demonstrate our heritage and prove our commitment to the consumer by offering reconditioned Z-cars - a model line that is legendary in the automotive world," said Tom Orbe, vice president of marketing for Nissan and Infiniti Divisions. "We are really excited about this program because it allows us to offer consumers what they are requesting in a imaginative new way. We hope consumers and enthusiasts alike share in our excitement." Individuals that purchase Z-cars from Z-Store retailers will receive a number of amenities including a special-edition bronze badge, decal and certificate as well as easy access to purchase Z memorabilia. This program will be implemented in two phases; the first featuring "Classic Z’s," which include 1990 to 1996 300ZX model pre-owned cars, followed by pre-owned Z-cars from the Z’s 26-year history including early model Z-cars beginning with the 240Z ("Vintage Z"). "Classic Z" Kicking off Phase I of the Z-Store will be the offering of "Classic Z". Differentiating this program from other off-lease programs is an intensive 120-point inspection that each vehicle must pass before being offered for sale in a Z-Store. These cars will also carry Nissan’s Certified Pre-owned Limited Warranty and "Classic Z" badging. "Vintage Z" Cruising into Z-Stores early next year will be reconditioned "Vintage Z’s". These restored early model Z-cars will also include a limited warranty and should prove to be collector cars in the future. Z Heritage Japanese native, Yutaka Katayama, a.k.a. "Mr. K" and the "Father of the Z", brought the Z-car to America in 1970 after seeing the need for a sports car to match the zest for life he found in this country. He began the Z model line with the Datsun 240Z and it continued through the 1996 300ZX. The Z not only became the fastest-selling sports car of all time, but also established itself as a classic in terms of automotive styling and performance. Additionally, the Z-car was the first Japanese-made breakthrough vehicle in the United Status for Nissan (then called Datsun), beginning a new chapter in American automotive history - a chapter Nissan plans to continue starting with the Z-Stores. "With Z-car production for the United States recently drawing to a close, Nissan is answering the call from enthusiasts and Z-car aficionados. We are proud of our roots and are demonstrating this through our Z-Store program," stated Orbe. "Throughout the lifetime of the Z-car, we witnessed a strong commitment to the car from enthusiasts and ‘Z-Zealots’ because of its illustrious style and performance. We’re proud that we can continue this commitment." In North America, Nissan’s operations include styling, engineering, manufacturing, sales, consumer and corporate finance, and industrial and textile equipment. Nissan in North America employs more than 20,000 people in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and generates nearly 75,000 jobs through more than 1,500 Nissan and Infiniti dealerships across the continent.

Guys, Many thanks for the kind words of support. I am so lucky to be part of group with such great people. Ed

I see a lot of people using their pet photos as avatars, which I interpret as them being special members of the family. Today, I had to put my dear Bulldog Tibbs to sleep after a long bout of kidney problems. It is never easy making a decision like that, but his quality of life was so poor it was for the best. In the end, he began having seizures and refused to eat and could not even keep down water. I will miss his easy-going nature, and how he always stayed by my side while working on the Z or raking leaves in the yard. Working on the car will not be the same now that my helper is gone. Sorry for the non-Z related ranting. It is just the house seems very empty now.

Hi Tom, Here's a piture of the wheel that I sold on ebay about a month ago.

Too Intense Restoration advertises a 240Z steering reconditioning service that ranges between $85.00-$110.00. CLICK HERE - Too Intense Restoration I recently sold on ebay an extra steering wheel that I restored myself. The winner emailed me back very satisfied and complemented me on my work. I wish I could quit my job and do this sort of thing for a living from the comfort of my home. Here is a reprint of the restoration steps I had posted on ebay: I stripped down the black spokes by machine sander, and not chemical stripper as not to harm the rim’s finish. Then, the center was masked and hub/spokes were painted flat black with a semi-gloss clear coat added. The faux wood was stripped, prepped, and finished using the following process: 1. Wood was thoroughly cleaned with a citrus degreaser and a mild Teflon-safe scouring pad to remove all accumulation of old varnish, grease and dirt. 2. I applied a single, light coat of red mahogany stain to revive the color. 3. Multiple coats of clear urethane were then sprayed to seal and protect. 4. The wheel was wet sanded with 600 grit sandpaper to smoothen the surface. 5. Polishing compound was then applied and surfaced was buffed by hand for many hours to achieve a glossy finish.