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I have decided to stick with the original vinyl since it in perfect original condition and just re-install the original dash. I will cross my fingers that it continues on in its current uncracked condition. I think I will convert the instrument lighting to LED because it is pretty dim.

Resurrecting this thread. The blue wire that is cut actually should go to the 3 pin connector blue wire with the fuse holder in between. Does anybody know where the red wire with dark blue stripe (dial illumination wire) gets plugged into on the dash wiring harness? I assume I need to look for the matching red wire with a dark blue stripe, but I don't see one. The PO put in an aftermarket radio and wires are cut and spliced all over the place.

Paid 975.00 and yes it came with the faceplate. and was in excellent condition. Got it on ebay

Guess you missed it. The dash has been removed. No cracks. Just not sure if it will last. Anybody on this site install the Vintage Dash?

I have a couple of questions regarding some options that can be done when restoring the price nterior of my series 1. I am having the seats reupholstered with leather, but not sure whether to use vinyl or leather on the tranny tunnel and the rear wheel wells and shock towers. The original vinyl is in perfect condition, but I sort of want to go with the leather since they use the same diamond pattern as the vinyl. Will this hurt or help re-sale if I ever decide to sell it? I have the dash out and am replacing the heater core and actuator. The dash is original and uncracked but I know that it is 45 years old and not sure how long it will stay that way. Do you think it would be a good idea to install a Vintage Dash replacement or just keep the original and hope it holds up? Thanks in advance for any and all advice. BTW I will attemp to restore the gaskets in the heater box which have disintegrated.......

I ponied up and paid the price for the AM radio. Brings back memories. I will get the conversion so it will be 4 speaker compatibility with FM and has the ox cord plug so I can hook it to an IPhone

He 7tooZ I checked out your idea and sure enough there are companies that can do this. I never would have known. I like this idea because the dash keeps the stock look but I can get a 4 speaker stereo from the standard radio. Now I just have to decide if the AM only is worth the $300 upcharge over the am/fm. Hmmm........

I wanted to get a few opinions on whether is is worth spending close to 1000.00 for a stock AM radio to install in my March 1971 build. Car is rust free, glass out repaint, all original interior in near perfect condition. Engine has been completely rebuilt and except for some non braided hoses looks original. Non original parts are: a 280Z 5 speed and an aftermarket CD player. Any thoughts / opinions would be appreciated.

Found the screw. Unfortunately I still have to disconnect the cables to pull the panel. You have to be a contortionist to do this.......

Thanks for the quick reply. I looked and felt for it with no luck. I'll give another closer look.

How does the HVAC fan knob come off? I found the small screws to remove the sliding lever knobs, but can't figure out how that fan control knob comes off. Anybody know how to remove it?

What is the best way to hold the drivers and passengers for carpet in place? My recently purchased Z has the carpets sliding around all over the place.

Think I will go with leather. Thanks for all the responses.

Just purchased 1971 #24871 great condition. With original passenger sea cover and a drivers side replacement. Both look really good , but the drivers needs to foam. ... badly. I want to replace both seats with new foam and leather covers. Any objections to going with leather over the stock vinyl? Good idea or bad?

Great read! I have a 71 in orange which looks identical to your( same bumper) although with Fenton slots on its way to me from Oregon. Should be here this coming Monday. I have a lot to learn about what to do, but no rush. Will be asking all sorts of questions as time goes by, but you have given me plenty of insights to get started on. Great job thus far. Keep at it and keep posting!

I watched it. They seem to truly understand all cars. Love the show. Lots fmissues with at Z. Naturally all resolved with $

I love reading your updates. Keep them coming! Your car is really coming along nicely.

Stumbled upon it by luck. Guy had it for 20 years.

Where are the best places to look for really nice Z’s. UPDATE: Just purchased #24871, a 71 in orange. Very excited to get it delivered. Coming from Oregon. After 2 years of searching, hope to have found a partner for my LFA Once delivered will post pics and driving impressions. It has been 40 years since I drove my last 240Z. Should be an interesting experience to say the least.

Thanks for your input. I have realized that this survivor car is priced too high for sure. I am on BAT everyday (love it) and have seen three Z's in the past year that were very nice. Sometimes they seem to get bid up, because of two or more competing buyers, to prices which end up at the current ceiling based on their condition. I plan on keeping it forever so I'll keep looking.

I'll see if I can figure it out. It just came up this way. Was actually just trying to replace my "S" with a pic

Where are the best places to look for really nice Z’s.

This is the link to all the pictures. The LFA and Z have similar profile lines Underneath_Z_rust

Looking at a 71 survivor which was mentioned a few days ago in the title "Too rich for my blood". I have spoken to the dealer and gathered additional information. It's a two owner car with what looks to have a very solid body, 48,000 miles, original interior and paint. It sat in storage for 11 years before the dealer purchased it. they flushed the fuel tank, rebuilt the braking system and carbs, flushed the coolant and changed the fluids to get it running again. I had the dealer send me a bunch of under-body pics and pin point any flaws in the paint. I am trying to figure out how to include these photos since they were sent via Google Drive. Dealer has a little room to move but probably would not go under 45K unless he sits on it for a while. https://www.carsrememberwhen.com/inventory/1971-datsun-240z-/113591

I am looking at an original paint car and was just sent bunch of high Rez photos that I would like to post but not sure how. Any of you Z experts want to do me a favor and allow me to send you the batch via your email so I can get your opinion?