Vehicle Description
1976 Datsun 280Z - "1962 to1964 Ferrari 250 GTO" Tribute
Project
This is an opportunity to complete the build of an Alpha 1 Ferrari
GTO "replica". (Father and Son or Daughter Project?)
The project began in the 1980's with the purchase of a 1976 Datsun
280Z to be used as the core structure. The Alpha 1 Body Conversion
to convert the Datsun to the Ferrari GTO replica was ordered and
delivered to the builder, an accomplished engineer who worked for
Chrysler and Ramchargers building High Performance Engines and
vehicles.
The majority of the challenging work has been completed. It has
been completely painted and needs a final rub and polish. The power
train is installed and we have a video of the engine running ("0"
miles). The chassis components have been installed. Many tasks were
accomplished in preparation to drive the car once the wiring is
finished including: lubrication of the chassis, all systems
(brakes, engine trans rear axle, independent rear suspension
system) have been completely rebuilt as well as the front
suspension. The Brake system (front disc) is new, the transmission
is rebuilt. The Chrysler 340 Cubic Inch Engine (High Performance
Build: 1968 to 1972 Vintage as per block casting numbers)- has a
performance camshaft, Holley Thermoquad Carburetor, Holley Street
Dominator Intake Manifold and Performance headers. The transmission
is a 4 speed manual. Respecting the motor is new, it was started
and run for less than 3 min - final break-in is up to buyer Runs
great listen to the video attached. It has 4 New Goodyear Eagle
RS-A P235 /70R15 tires mounted on Authentic Dayton Knock off wire
wheels with stainless steel spokes.
What needs to be done? Wiring: the harness and schematic are
present, installation is about 30% complete. Interior: final
interior installation needs finishing. Brake system check and
overall safety and systems function check.
All mechanics should be reviewed as it has been sitting over 10
years. Please note that you should inspect this vehicle (or hire
someone) to help understand the work required to finish it and to
be road worthy. Included with the sale are shop manuals, diagrams
and numerous receipts and photos of the project from the original
builder. There has been just one owner of this project from the
beginning.
The Z-based Ferrari GTO replicas were first designed and produced
by Barry Goldstein of Eagle Engineering in California. Barry sold
his GTO replica tooling to Joe Alphabet. Alphabet was well known in
Southern California as a dealer of used, exotic, Italian machinery.
Joe called his car the "Alpha 1 GTO." Apparently due to pressure
from Ferrari, Joe decided to sell his replica car business to stay
in their good graces and maintain a good working relationship.
A finished Alpha 1 GTO example was considered sufficiently
sophisticated as a Ferrari GTO replica to be used in the movie
"Vanilla Sky" starring Tom Cruise. The original 250 GTO's built by
Ferrari between 1962 and 1964 (total production: 36) have been
proven to change hands at over $70 Million. The number of the Alpha
One GTO's sold is unknown and Ferrari was quick to shut down
attempts to replicate their vehicles.
The vehicle is available for viewing at our Troy, Michigan location
-2485892700
It is titled as a 1976 Datsun VIN: HLS30281700
Open to reasonable offers subject to acceptance.