Vehicle Description
Motor Trends import car of the year in 1979!
The 280ZX was a complete redesign, retaining only the L28
inline-six engine and other driveline components from the 280Z.
Both two-seat and four-seat (2+2) designs were offered. Compared to
the more overtly sporting earlier models, the 280ZX was a much
softer, heavier car, with less focus on driving and more on driver
comfort and refinement. Softer suspension, better sound insulation,
more comfortable seats, and ample equipment including high-end
audio systems defined the new ZX. In the spirit of the times,
emissions controls and aerodynamics were markedly improved over the
first-generation Z-cars, while weight was down somewhat as long as
the buyer did not pick much from the very long options list. The
exterior design was evolutionary, less rounded and with better
integrated safety bumpers. Many parts, including the rear-axle and
the power steering came from the Datsun 810 luxury sedan. Most of
the design effort went into the entirely different and much more
modern interior.
This vehicle is located at Atomic Motors Classic Car Sales and
Restorations in Henderson, Nevada, just 20 minutes from the
fabulous Las Vegas Strip. Call 702-826-3811 or 702-556-0888 for
more information or go to our website at www.atomicmotors.net
