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Made my ignore list. Let me know when maturity kicks in. Dennis

Short of posting your story on every web site and message board related to Zs and hoping someone can supply the missing pieces, I think you're SOL. You don't know the VIN so you probably couldn't confirm the identity if you did find a candidate, it's unlikely the dealer who got your Z has 25 year old records or would release information, if they did, due to liability. Perhaps that Z should remain just a pleasant memory of a bygone time. That said, good luck with your quest. Dennis

When i put the later style on my '71, I swapped the lines so that the proper reservoir fed the front brakes which provide the bulk of the stopping power. Seemed like the wise thing to do at the time. Dennis

Welcome to the Group! Feel free to post some pictures of your Z. Dennis

And if Datsun is the last stepping stone before Porsche ownership, what are the Porsche owners moving up to? Dennis

I've owned my '71 240Z since it was new and 914s for over 30 years. I've had my '70 Porsche 914-6 for 20 years. For what it's worth, I find the only way the two are similar is that they both have four wheels and run on gasoline. Porsches and Datsuns were designed and marketed for vastly different purposes. While they are both an enjoyable way to get from point A to point B, they differ in ride, handling, and need for maintenance. Either can be a hole in the driveway into which you throw huge amounts of money - the Porsche, however tends to be a deeper hole. Dennis

AutoWeek ran an article on the car's introduction in Japan today. Here's the link: http://tinyurl.com/7cu83lv Dennis

The BMW seat looks good! A frequent question on this forum is, "How did you adapt the seat rails to your Z?". How did you attach your seat and do you have pictures? Dennis

I've had my eye on this one, too. I see that it has the same qualities that attracted me to my Z 40 years ago - style & performance. You might find a 64 year old in line with you. Dennis

Welcome! Check back when you need some advice and be sure to check the message archive with the "Search" feature. Dennis

Tango Uniform, I believe. If so, it means "dead". Dennis

Welcome! Always nice to see another '71 on the list - especially one that looks soooo good. Dennis

Actually, read more about it - KMart DID buy Sears. But, we digress..... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sears#Merger_with_Kmart Dennis

Welcome to my world. Looks like a lot of fun treasures in the ad. Orange has a 1950's vintage main street with a traffic circle and many antique and collectible shops. Fun place to spend an afternoon. You never know what you'll find. Dennis

It appears to be the weekend of November 12th , not this weekend. But, if you go this weekend, you'll probably be first in line. Dennis

It's always interesting to hear how owners connected with their '71 Zs. How long until it's back on the road? Dennis

That should eliminate some of the long term rust issues. Dennis

Nice! Dennis

How can you put a price on a Z with a vinyl top? Dennis

Don't decrease your optimistic outlook. It's something we all share and it keeps the old car hobby going. My guess is that everyone on this list has spent more than a little time dreaming of finding a needy car and restoring it to near new condition. In fact, I currently have one in the garage and one on the driveway. One has been a work in progress since 1976. My hat's off to those who complete their projects more rapidly. Good luck with whichever path you take. Dennis

Well, in that case, power on. Let us know when you find that "decent used 'old' car for 1000". Oh to be young, again. :classic: Dennis

Allow me to add a little more rain to your parade. The earlier advice to get a newer reliable car for now, finish school and get a good paying job, and THEN look for an older "fun' car is solid. A newer car is safer, potentially more reliable, and easier to finance. An older car will give you more pleasure when it's not your only means of transportation. In the meanwhile, learn as much as you can about the old car of your dreams and plug into the on line forums to keep up with prices, parts availability, and cars for sale. Enjoy the journey! Dennis

Welcome to the Group! May all your discoveries have a pleasant ending as you go through your "new" Z. How are your metal working skills? Dennis

Looks like a match right down to the decal in the window and the aftermarket exhaust. Dennis

Nice fix! Should be good for another 35 years, or so. Dennis