Vehicle Description
The 1973 Datsun 240Z has an iconic style that's defining the new
class of vintage sports cars. So when you can find an example that
keeps the classic looks but has all the right subtle upgrades -
like slick paint and a larger motor - then you know you've
discovered something quite special.
The brown color is exactly the kind of hue that belongs on a '70s
machine. But as you get closer, you also see that it has a nice
clearcoat luster from a more modern respray. This really makes the
car pop every time the sunlight hits it. So you'll love how that
added glow highlights the crisp sheetmetal that includes the long
hood w/lengthy power bulge, fastback profile, and the tailgate that
neatly integrates into the racecar-inspired rear. There have been
more nice investments in this car, but none of it was to distract
from its classic style. You see it everywhere from the mirror-like
chrome bumpers, to the slotted mag alloys that dealers loved to
give loaded cars in the '70s.
The butterscotch tan interior has a bright look that's absolutely
inviting. High-back bucket seats, taut door panels, and plush
carpeting make this a great place for two people to spend some
time. There's even an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo to have the best in
driving tunes. But Datsun also knew that a proper sports car is all
about the driver. That's why you get a grippy three-spoke sports
steering wheel, and the stick shift feels like it was perfectly
placed in the cockpit. Plus, the crisp dash look positively
European with the deep dual pods for the speedo and tach, and even
the auxiliary gauges are at eye-level.
At first glance, everything looks correct under the hood with
Datsun's long block, dual carbs, and even the factory air cleaner
cover. But this Z-car holds a secret. You're actually looking at
the larger 2.8-liter straight-six borrowed from a 280Z. The motor
still fires up with the same sturdy steadfastness you expect from a
Datsun, but now you get an extra kick of power. And you really get
to take advantage of it all with the control of the four-speed
manual transmission. Plus, with a fully-independent suspension and
front disc brakes, this classic is truly an enjoyable sporting
machine.
Complete with owner's manual and build receipts, this is the cool
original Z-car with the best subtle upgrades. So don't let
something this unique slip away, call today!