1972 Datsun 240Z

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Massive Investment: Over $60,000 invested in a ground-up, long-term build (same owner since 2011).

• Five-Figure Paint Job 14 Years Ago! - Finished in a jaw-dropping, custom $10,000 Candy Apple Red finish.

• Upgraded & Rebuilt Heart: 2.8L Nissan inline-6 from a 280Z, fully rebuilt and bored .040 over with dual Weber carbs.

• Modern Gearbox: Swapped to a desirable 5-speed manual transmission (upgraded from the factory 4-speed).

• Premium Footwork: Staggered 17-inch custom 2-piece CCW wheels on adjustable coil-over suspension.

• Stopping Power: Upgraded to power 4-wheel disc brakes for modern performance.

• Creature Comforts: Features ice-cold working Air Conditioning and a modern stereo system. 



BODY OVERVIEW:

This is the absolute crown jewel of our showroom floor. This 240Z features a laser-straight body that displays a decade of meticulous care. Prior to paint, custom metal fender flares were seamlessly integrated into the body to give the car an aggressive, wide-body "Outlaw" stance. Complemented by new door handles, slim chrome bumpers, a raised cowl hood, and JDM-style Fairlady headlight lens trim, this Z commands the room wherever it sits.



PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:

The exterior is finished in a deep, show-stopping custom shade of Candy Apple Red. Painted in 2012 at a cost of over $10,000, the finish features an incredible metallic depth that absolutely glimmers and shifts under direct sunlight. While there are a few minor, age-appropriate imperfections from being driven and enjoyed over the last decade, it remains a true jaw-dropper that stops traffic. 



INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:

The cockpit has been completely reimagined to match the exterior's premium street-machine vibe. The factory bucket seats and door panels are wrapped in a custom carbon-fiber patterned material featuring contrasting red stitching. The dash and gauges have been beautifully refinished, the interior lighting upgraded to crisp LEDs, and a stunning woodgrain steering wheel with a Z-logo horn button anchors the driver's view. Modern additions include upgraded climate controls, a hidden battery disconnect switch, MOMO pedal covers, and an aftermarket audio system.



MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:

Under the cowl hood lies a masterpiece of vintage Japanese tuning. The 2.8L inline-six was fully rebuilt and bored .040 over before installation, breathing through dual Weber carburetors and a powder-coated header system. It is supported by an aluminum radiator, dual electric cooling fans, a polished Nissan valve cover, and custom machined reservoir caps. Power transfers through an upgraded 5-speed manual transmission, while front and rear strut tower braces combined with 4-corner adjustable coil-overs give this Z razor-sharp handling. Best of all, the aftermarket air conditioning blows ice-cold.



WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:

• The $60,000 Math: You couldn't even come close to replicating a build of this caliber for our asking price today.

• Turn-Key Performance: Rebuilt, bored engine combined with a 5-speed swap makes this a blast on back roads.

• High-End Components: Genuine CCW 2-piece wheels and full power disc brakes represent thousands in top-tier hardware.

• Summer Friendly: A modified vintage import with actually functioning, cold A/C is a rare luxury. 



WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR:

• Zero Purist Appeal: Modified from top to bottom; this car was built to hunt down modern sports cars, not factory-original trophies.

• Aggressive Soundtrack: The performance exhaust system delivers an intoxication but undeniably loud, straight-six under acceleration.



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