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That would be great. I hope I didn't come off the wrong way. I would not want to make you feel bad and we are all learning. I am not sure on the 280z towers. Marc, what do your towers look like? Regards, Ben

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The 260z did come with brown carpet. I was under the same impression that you were when I first got the car, but the more I looked at the carpets, the more convinced I am that they are indeed OEM. The 260z had diamand vinyl in all the same places as the 240z's except for the strut tower areas as you pointed out. I truely believe that the carpet and the vinyl is original on this car. The hatch carpet looks like it has not seen much sun. -Ben p.s. I don't think this car will fetch 20K. I would like it too, but people don't appreciate 260z's like they appreciate 240's. I would be surprized if it got close to 10k. I hope the buyer keeps it all original as a time capsule.

That is a beautiful 260. It is just like mine. Oh I wish my car was that original and in such nice shape. Look how close the vin# is to mine- that car was made not too long after mine. It is georgous. A little cleaning and detailing would make this car stunning. I would try to leave as many of the parts as original as possible though. I like the slight patina of this car. The black engine bay could be from the Zbarr that was put in by the dealer(?). My car had this. It was to protect against the water and salt. Lachlan, where do you see that the vinyl and carpet was replaced? They both look original to me. This has gotten me excited. It is not a 240z, but it is a great car and the chance of finding a nice original car is dwindling, especially a 260z. Ooh, this has gotten me excited. Ben

Awe man, I was thinking of going this year, but I just cann't. It is on my Mom's Birthday every year. I want lots of pictures from you guys. I would love to meet you all and see your Z's in the flesh. Regards, Ben

Here is a link to AE86 wheel guide, but I have seen a lot of the wheels on Z's before. Victor, I am not sure how many if any besides the Wats were availible in the 70's. Do you know? http://www.club4ag.com/faq%20and%20tech_pages/Wheel%20Guide.htm Some of the other wheels that I came up with: 8-spoke design: 70's-JDM-Magroad 70's-Enkei 14 by 7j zero offset) I am not sure if they are 70's, but I think they are-JDM-Black Racing Steel wheels: 14 by 7j steel wheels. I am not sure if these are Nissan steel wheels with wider rims or if they are made by a different company altogether. Slotted mags: many types, and sizes. British wheel company: Cosmics. I know these were popular on Minis', but there were supposedly a 14" version that was used on Z's in england (I read this on Zparts.com, but I have never seen a set on a Z.) -Ben p.s. Hopefully I can think of some more wheels later.

Prox, I know that you mentioned a few classic wheel types for the Z, but there are a ton more that you are probably aware of and I think it would be helpful if we started a thread on the various vintage and period correct wheels for the S30. This could have the potential to be a huge thread, but I think it would be very helpul and interesting for people looking for old school wheels. Victor has a really nice set of old school wheels on his Z. Ben p.s. Kobe Seiko (way way too expensive)

Hi Rob, Thanks for the pics. There were some really nice cars. While I was at the JGTC USA I saw a UP Garage AE86. That could be the same car that you saw. That roadster looks great-all those cars do. Thanks again for the photos. -Ben:)

Here is a link to what I think you are talking about. There are some pictures online, but I cannot remember the Japanese site. Someone posted the pictures of this engine in the gallery here. I too love these engines. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13949&page=2&pp=15&highlight=os+giken Take care, Ben

Alan, the Central 20 'Sport Z' wheels on your friend's ZG look like exact replicas of the wheels on the Z432R racer pictured in post 12 that I thought were made by KS. Is this car not a factory racer? A Sports car club of Japan car? I was thinking that it was a works car because it has all the right bits. I am going a little off topic here. I am with you e-racer, those wheels are very handsome. I think the only Gotti wheel of those is that gold four spoke style one. Regards, Ben

Awe yes, Central 20. Thank you for clarifying that. Those are the wheels I was thinking of.

Here is a GOTTI wheel that looks very familiar to the fabled Kobe Seiko wheel, but it would be the other way around. We are going to get to the bottom of this. The hunt is on. http://www.spitfire.amicale.com/jantes.php3?id=29 -Ben

This is very interesting. Thank you for the photos Alan. I am curious to know what the four nubs on the rim function for. I have seen a few pictures of these wheels before and it seems like there were a few different types. Not just width differences, but the spokes were more square. I am not sure on this one. I will find some pics. Alan, you mentioned that Nissan contracted out the wheels to be made to certain specifications by Kobe Seiko- is there a link to these wheels with the Century 20 wheels? I am not sure if I am getting this right. They look very similiar to the wheels that you have pictured, but they are not made of magnesium, the spokes are not as round, and there are no nubs. They may even be another type of Kobe Seiko. I will post pics, but I hate posting pics that I have not taken. Take care, Ben p.s. I want to go to Japan.

Hey guys, that is none of our business. Be happy for the guy. The wheels look great on the car prox. -Ben

My Z is my daily driver. I have her at college and I drive her back and forth from Stockton to Fremont a few times a month. Other than that, I just drive it around town. I wish my 260 was in the garage more, but what can you do. I voted as an alternate because I usually drive my gf's 99' Escort when I can, if the Z has a good parking spot behind the dorms. Someday I would like to restore her, and possibly have another Z to alternate with. -Ben:)

The first picture is the Data of a 73' 240ZR. I believe that it is a replica, but I am unsure. The description of the wheels is there, but it is in Japanese. The second picture is referring to many pictures. Number 5 is what describes the wheel. Can someone please translate these. I really need to learn Japanese. Take care for now, Ben

I think I know which Kobe Seiko wheel you are talking about. You are thinking of the 14 by 6j wheel that is slightly different than the standard z432 wheel no? I think the particular wheel you are talking about was an option for the standard PS30. Here is a picture that came out of volume 96 of Nostalgic Hero of a factory Z432-R racer fitted with 4-spoke 14 by 7j Kobe Seiko wheels that were a sports option for the Z432-R (PS30-SB). The one of the ZG that you pictured may have come later(???). -Ben p.s. I apologize for the unfocused picture.

Eric, I believe that the wheels on the ZG that you have pictured were produced by Kobe Seiko and were on the factory sports option list. I am not certain on this, so please don't take my word. Hopefully someone can bring light to these wheels soon. I was looking through an old Nostalgic Hero magazine and there was a short nose 240ZR(I believe it is a replica.) with works (not sure what type) flares that had these wheels. The sizes were R: 15 X 12J F:15 X 10J. In short, I am quite sure that these were the wheels that were used for the WORKS 240ZRs'. Hmm, from when I have talked with Alan, he said that 14" wheels were the only size on the factory sports lists. I am confused. I am as interested on this as you are Eric. I know that Kobe Seiko made an eight-spoke wheel that looked similiar to Watanabe's and they were R:14 X 9.5jj, F:14 X 8.5jj ; they were magnesium and they were also offered on the factory sports list for the Fairlady Z432-R (PS30-SB). This doesn't really help us. I was just mentioning them as it is in the same category. It looks like Alan has seen the same car. I love it. http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=7741&sort=2&cat=500&page=16 http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=7739&sort=2&cat=500&page=16 Regards, Ben

Happy new year to you Guus. We still have a little less than 12 hours until we celebrate the new year. Take care everyone and make a good resolution. I am still thinking about mine. Ben

I thought some of you might find this interesting. I have never seen one of these before, but from pictures I absolutely love them. Does anyone know how much these cars are worth? I would love to have one of these next to my Z someday. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4514003040&category=6260 Take care, Ben