Vehicle Description
1984 Nissan Fairlady Z
The origins of JDM culture can be traced back to the 1950s and 60s,
when Japan was rebuilding its economy after World War II. As the
country's automotive industry began to flourish, young Japanese car
enthusiasts started modifying their vehicles for performance and
style. This underground car culture, known as "Kyuusha," was born
out of a desire to stand out and make a statement on the streets.
In the 1970s and 80s, JDM culture started to gain mainstream
recognition and traction. Japanese automakers began exporting their
cars to the US and other countries, and young car enthusiasts
around the world started to take notice. The rise of Japanese
automakers like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan also brought with it a
wave of new and innovative technologies, such as the first
mass-produced turbocharged car and the first production car with a
VTEC engine. As JDM culture gained popularity, it also started to
branch out into different subcultures. Drifting, a high-speed
driving technique that involves sliding the car around corners,
became popular in Japan in the 1990s and eventually gained a global
following. The rise of street racing and tuner culture also
contributed to the growth of JDM culture, as enthusiasts around the
world started modifying their cars for performance and style.
JDM cars are hotter than hot these days and surprisingly, the cost
of these old cars is actually pretty affordable... the body at
least, but its maintenance requires a lot of time and money which
many are not willing to commit to. A disadvantage to wanting these
cars is that any JDM younger than 25 years is illegal to drive in
the US due to not complying with most of the requirements for
emission controls and safety. But once the car has passed 25 years,
it is legal to import. For consignment a first-year design edition
of what has become the iconic Fairlady Z with this being the first
year Nissan badges would be used, changing from the dual badging of
Datsun/Nissan. This car was imported by our consignor in 2018,
sports a mere 83,170 actual kilometers on the clock, that's
51,679.4 miles to those of us in the US of A and is a 4 seater
version as well as having a voice warning system, albeit in
Japanese. It presents in well kept condition and cruises nicely on
the highway. ??...
Exterior
A fixed roof version that is covered in Black Blue Metallic with a
nifty body indent running stem to stern down the sexy sides shows
very well in our Hallowed Halls. Encircling the bottom of this
rakish skate is a wide silver band that sets off the Black Blue
perfectly. Partially hidden headlights pop up from the front of the
long hood with a front integrated bumper and grille which shows a
few scuffs, but nothing that shouldn't clean up easily with a
little elbow grease. Consistent gaps, a rear spoiler, and all being
very clean, this car is in great condition from 1984 with only
minor paint issues such as dryness, clear coat peel and a few
inclusions. The only rust to note is in the driver's door jamb, and
at this point it is heavy surface rust that should be able to be
easily remediated. Aerodynamic straight angled raked lines and
glass that works with steel to create a popular mid '80's look
abound throughout the overall design and a side view of this car
gives the viewer the impression the car is speeding even when it is
standing still. 14-inch American Racing wheels are noted all around
with wonderful drilling and rivet patterns and are wrapped in like
new 195/70R14 rubber from the 17th week of 2020. ?????????????!
Interior
Presenting as very clean with very slightly worn light and dark
gray broadcloth all around, we cross the threshold and move into
the interior. Being a JDM car things are a bit reversed here, it's
a right hand driver baby bear. We see a tilt column, power windows
and power locks. Careful to not leave the headlights on you'll have
a voice which comes out of the original radio setup utilizing a
"Voice Warning System", not surprisingly, in Japanese. The Voice
Warning System emanates from driver's door speaker to mute the
radio and provide a vocal warning whenever a door was ajar, the
exterior lights were left on after the vehicle was turned off and
the key was left in the vehicle's ignition when the driver's door
was opened, or the fuel level was low. The system operates using a
small box that integrates a small phonograph with a "needle" that
drops onto a plastic "record" and plays the appropriate
message...cue the Eddie Murphy "Raw" skit. Other technological
features in this Fairlady Z includes a black face orange lettered
dash with very nicely engineered graphics, a premium AM/FM/Cassette
stereo with a factory EQ, a factory security system and a full
length sweeping console with a sprinkling of faux aluminum. A
foldable 2 plus 2 seat is in the back and further back is an
expansive storage with a security shade and some lightly soiled
light gray carpet. ????????!
Drivetrain
An original and showing very light patina and some corrosion and
dirt engine bay holds within a VG20E 2.0 Liter turbocharged V6.
This boosted mill is fed by EFI to help it run smoothly, and is
attached to a Jatco E4N71B 4-speed automatic overdrive
transmission. A 3.545 geared rear axle moves you down the road
swiftly. ???
Undercarriage
Underneath we can see typical wear and tear, some very light
surface rust, but overall structurally sound, even on the lower
portions of the doors, virtually no rust whatsoever. Independent
suspension, Macpherson strut in the front and coil springs in the
rear is noted along with 4 wheel power disc brakes. Rounding out
our tour is a single exhaust system with a stock replacement
muffler.
Drive Ability
A very quick response is what you'll get from this car thanks in
part to the turbocharger. Plenty of power, smooth acceleration, and
fab handling have this car tracking straight when you get a little
heavy with the pedal. All functions were working famously save for
the radio being difficult to turn on, and it is a head turner being
right hand drive.
An important part of JDM history with this 1st year edition Nissan
Fairlady Z, this car holds up nicely. Certainly not perfect, but a
nicely preserved interior, good paint, no rust, and loaded with
interesting technology, come to Classic Auto Mall and start a
conversation...with this car! ???????
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interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.