Vehicle Description
This 1982 Datsun 280ZX Turbo is a two-owner car with an exceptional
level of preservation and originality. So it's your choice to
appreciate it for a cherished low-mileage classic that's loaded
with the best features - including A/C. Or you can love it for
being the T-top turbocharged five-speed road carver that makes
these Z-cars a true legend.
This coupe has only averaged about 1,500 miles annually. That
should really let you know that this coupe has not spent decades
doing the daily grind. But you also knew that from the moment you
saw the body. The factory-correct Jade Gray Metallic paint also
shows all the right signs of being the factory original
application. It has a smooth shine and even feels smooth to the
touch. So it does a terrific job of showing off the crisp/clean
lines that make Datsun's Z-car a legend. The ZX was part of an
evolution that took these to a premium place in the market, and
this one shows it off nicely with a comprehensive gray stripe
package that flows over the rear hatch and even highlights the
power dome of the sleekly long hood. The whole coupe has a very
stock style, but there are also a few well-placed upgrades like the
tail panel insert, Datsun branded fog lights, and aerodynamic
headlight covers. These features aren't out of character for the
period, and actually, just look like the kind of additions the
dealer would have sold you. So It adds distinction while sticking
to the theme of a loaded car that deserved to be preserved.
The interior shows off more of this car's papered life. It's quite
stock and preserved, right down to the working courtesy lights. Of
course, what you'll like the best are the comfy front bucket seats,
sports steering wheel, and full gauges of a true driver's car. The
280ZX Turbo was not only quick but also comfortable. This means a
long list of desired features, including power windows, power
locks, electric rear defogger, and cruise control. It's a 2+2 with
rear seats. They don't get much use because a sports car is all
about the driver, but the extra space is great for folding these
flat and having more room for luggage on your weekend getaways. Of
course, don't think we forgot about the T-tops! These are like
magnets constantly attracting you to take out the glass and go for
a wind-in-your-hair drive. Plus, thanks to R134a air conditioning,
it's even easier to cruise with the roof out even on a hot summer's
day.
This car's smooth-revving, fuel-injected turbocharged 2.8-liter is
directly descended from the engines that powered the famous early Z
cars. But when the Nissan engineers bolted a turbocharger to the
silky smooth six, the performance comparisons started mentioning
BMWs and Porsches...yes, this car is quick. And the way this fires
up and runs reminds you of its low mileage and decades of respect.
You take full control of this coupe thanks to features like the
five-speed manual transmission and fully independent suspension. In
fact, control is a main theme because this is subtly upgraded to be
a better driver. The classic four-spoke alloys wheels now have
Yokohama tires that provide better grip than what you were getting
in 1982nd the four-wheel power disc brake package has been upgraded
to drilled and slotted rotors.
This 280ZX is a coddled example of an appreciating classic that's
also offered for an affordable price. This kind of opportunity
doesn't come around very often, so call today!
