240z's for sale

[GTi-VR6_A3]

http://www.geocities.com/craigslist_junkie/240z.html

what do you guys think are either of these a good deal and do you reccomend getting or not getting them? i am in love with the old z cars and would relaly like one but i dont know as much as i iwhs i did about them

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Midnight Racer]

Great price.Rust is not bad for an old car.If you really like the old Z's and are willing to put some money into it I say go for it.

[SuPeRcAr_MaN]

Nice find. I really like these cars and my brother was actually looking to buy one last year. I think he lost interest, but these look pretty good for the price. I also say if you are looking for an old Z, go for it.

[GTi-VR6_A3]

the guy just dropped his asking price down to $950 each now what do you guys think?

http://www.backroadsracing.com/images/240z/

-GTi-VR6_A3

[GTi-VR6_A3]

and of the two which do you think would be the better choice? the white one does have a zx engine which i have heard kinda suck, but hte green only has the 240 engine. and also what is insurance like on these cars for a 17yo? and not form a no name place...

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Z Babe]

Originally posted by GTi-VR6_A3
and of the two which do you think would be the better choice? the white one does have a zx engine which i have heard kinda suck, but hte green only has the 240 engine. and also what is insurance like on these cars for a 17yo? and not form a no name place...

-GTi-VR6_A3

OMG! :ylsuper If I knew where the cars were, I'd buy them both myself! Thats an excellent price! The '72 240Z has everything I'm trying to add to my '73 240Z -- my race car conversion project.

As to the 280ZX engine -- its only the block (not the entire engine), and, no, it doesn't suck the combination is absolutely awesome. BTW, ZXT -- "ZX" means "luxury" and "T" means its a turbo. With the Webers, that car will haul ass. What engine do you think the legendary race car driver Steve Millen used in his Z Car on the track -- a 280ZX block. The '72 is my choice -- appears to have new floor pans also (a $1,000 expense). Be sure to check the frame rails (all unibody) for rust, though. I noticed the battery area is rusty, but that is common in the 240Z -- also check the firewalls thoroughly -- surface rust is not a problem -- press on the rusted area just to be sure its still solid.

Also, if you are planning to use the '72 as a daily driver, then you might want to get the '73 instead. The '72 it isn't street legal in its present condition. The exhaust modifications alone will get you an instant "driving award". And, the insurance on the '72 -- outrageous at your age.

If you have a good driving record, you might be able to get insurance through State Farm or Allstate at a good rate. I use Allstate -- I'm much older than you, so it wouldn't do you any good for me to quote you my rate (on 5 Z's, lol).

P.S. If you don't want the cars, maybe I do -- are they in CA?

[GTi-VR6_A3]

im still deciding if i wanna make a plunge into them, but yes they are in cali. so the insurance will be more on the 72 than on the 73? and why isnt the 72 street legal?

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Z Babe]

Oh, sorry, I misread the ad -- the '72 has the 280ZX Turbo engine, which is what he's referring to as an F54 block and P90 head -- an awesome creature. The '72 isn't street legal because of the hi-flo muffler. You could change out the exhaust to make it street legal, but you'd only end up with a less noisy gas hog. Also, the Weber carbs might not do so well if you drive in stop-and-go traffic -- and you might be left for road kill. That car is equipped for racing -- add a roll cage, 5-pt. racing harness, slicks and hit the track. Otherwise, I wouldn't recommend that one for you.

The '73 would be the best choice for daily driving, and with the stock, unmodified engine, the insurance would be much more reasonable.

Damn, sure wish I lived in CA -- I'd be hauling both of those cars home right now on a flatbed. BTW, did you know the bone stock value of those cars is presently between $2,500-3,000?

[Z Babe]

P.S. The insurance on the '72 will be much higher than the '73 because it basically has a "Boeing 747" under the hood -- the faster you go, the harder you crash.

[GTi-VR6_A3]

thanks for all of the info and yes i was aware of the actual value of those cars bone stock with normal wear... i just hope the seller doesnt find out now just to convince the parents and to go chek the things out. i would love to buy both and make a track car out of the white one but i think i will have my hands full ebnough with mr green if i do get him.

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Z Babe]

Originally posted by GTi-VR6_A3
thanks for all of the info and yes i was aware of the actual value of those cars bone stock with normal wear... i just hope the seller doesnt find out now just to convince the parents and to go chek the things out. i would love to buy both and make a track car out of the white one but i think i will have my hands full ebnough with mr green if i do get him.

-GTi-VR6_A3

Cool! So, you're already named him, huh? Sounds like you're already hooked. Its easy when its a Z. I had to name all of my cars, just so I could figure out which key went to each car, using corresponding cartoon character key chains. LOL! Good luck convincing the parents. If you get it, let me know, and I'll send you several links to buy parts for it at really great prices (including body, OEM and aftermarket performance). You might also want to join the California Z Club. Our Georgia club has a lot of fun -- shows, racing and other events!

[GTi-VR6_A3]

thanks for all of your help i relaly hope it works out and i get it i have laways loved the old 240's.

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Z Babe]

Originally posted by GTi-VR6_A3
thanks for all of your help i relaly hope it works out and i get it i have laways loved the old 240's.

-GTi-VR6_A3

Ditto! And, you are quite welcome.

[GTi-VR6_A3]

actually could you send me the inks ot the sites on parts right now. im getting curious

-GTi-VR6_A3

[Z Babe]

Originally posted by GTi-VR6_A3
actually could you send me the inks ot the sites on parts right now. im getting curious

-GTi-VR6_A3

Sure, this is my own personal list -- not something I bought off the Net. I have several other links saved in my "favorites", but it would take me a while to transfer those onto a list.

CAR - ACCESSORIES
Classic Garage http://www.classicgarage.com/classic...rearspoil.html
Z Parts http://www.autoworldaccessories.com/...clemake=Nissan
Dashtops (dash caps, console covers, interior panels) http://www.dashtops.com/datsunnissan.html
Zedd Findings (New & Used - includes floor systems) http://www.datsunzparts.com/start.htm
Auto Accessories - http://www.7453217467431.com/affilia...it&affID=32310
Cover King - http://www.coverking.com/
Sherco Automotive Supply - http://www.sherco-auto.com/
D & J Tools, Inc. (Nut Covers) - http://www.dandjtool.com/streetrod.shtml
European Auto Exchange - http://www.europautoex.com/id29.htm

CAR - APPAREL & RELATED ACCESSORIES
Classic Datsun Motorsports http://www.classicdatsun.com/
Classic Z Cars (clothing, mugs, cups, stickers, lunchboxes, coaster sets, clocks, mouse pads, caps, Factory Parts List on CD, etc.) http://www.classiczcars.com/
Racing - AEM http://www.aempower.com/catalog.htm
Racing - B&M Racing http://www.bmracing.com/
Racing - Bell Motorsports http://www.bellmotorsports.com/

CAR - AUDIO
A & W Wholesale - http://www.awwholesaleinc.com/
Continental Imports http://www.continentalimports.com/bl_magazine.html
Audio-N-More (includes Kicker II speakers) http://www.audio-n-more.com/Kicker/kicker.htm
RS Sound http://www.rssound.com/
New Foam http://www.newfoam.com/

CAR - BODY PARTS
Classic Garage http://www.classicgarage.com/classic...rearspoil.html
Auto Body Parts http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
Car Body Parts http://www.car-body-parts-online.com/browse1.htm
Car Parts - Car Body Parts http://www.car-parts-car-body-parts....rts/index.html
Mr. Z (Guy With a Wrench on Trevor's Z Car Site below) http://www.pacificnet.net/~fastoso/zguy.html
Zedd Findings (New & Used) http://www.datsunzparts.com/start.htm
Z Barn http://www.zbarn.com/
Auto Parts N Body http://www.auto-parts-body-parts.com/trunk-lids.html
Car Parts Wholesale http://www.carpartswholesale.com/
Auto Body Parts Wholesale http://www.autobodypartswholesale.com/

CAR - PARTS
Motorsport Auto http://www.zcarparts.com/
Banzai Motorworks http://www.zzxdatsun.com/
NOPI http://www.nopi.com/2003/default.htm
Nissan Auto Parts (wholesale prices) http://www.nissanautoparts.com/
Z Specialties (Snohomish, Washington) (no link)
Auto Parts Giant http://www.autopartsgiant.com/welcome.cfm?alf=goto
AEM http://www.aempower.com/catalog.htm
ATK Remanufactured Engines http://www.atk-engines.com/
Auto Gator (used parts) http://www.autogator.com/
Auto Parts Giant http://www.autopartsgiant.com/welcome.cfm?alf=goto
B&M Racing http://www.bmracing.com/
Classic Datsun Motorsports http://www.classicdatsun.com/
Continental Imports (includes consignment shop -- sell, swap, trade classifieds) http://www.continentalimports.com/bl_magazine.html
Cool Flex (hoses, plugs, etc.) http://www.coolflex.com/cfm/faq.cfm#
Bell Motorsports (harnesses, hardware, safety equipment) http://www.bellmotorsports.com/
Mr. Z (Guy With a Wrench on Trevor's Z-Car site) http://www.pacificnet.net/~fastoso/zguy.html
New & Used Parts (individual seller) (includes roll bars) http://www.datsunsports.com/Parts/parts.htm
Summit Racing http://www.summitracing.com/
Victoria British http://www.victoriabritish.com/
N.O.W. (Used & Rebuilt Parts) http://www.ninfiniti.com/
Z Barn http://www.zbarn.com/
Zedd Findings (New & Used) http://www.datsunzparts.com/start.htm
Hartwell ($300 min. - mostly shop supplies) - http://hartwellinternational.com/cgi...ccountapp.html
Direct Wholesale (Security Systems) - http://www.directwholesale.net/
Speed People (fire extinguishers, racing seats, etc.) - http://www.speedpeople.com/
Altezza Warehouse (replacement lights) - http://www.altezzawarehouse.com/cgi-...use?ad=abpwpop
Import-Trader (very limited Z stuff) - http://www.import-trader.com/
Racer Parts Wholesale - http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/
Wholesale Hyperformance (a bit high) - http://www.wholesalehyperformance.com/
Sports Car Accessories (seats, suits, belts, etc.) - http://sportscar-parts.com/index.htm
Pro-Max (expensive) - http://www.pro-max.com/
Wheels-To-Go (wheels) - http://www.lamont.org/hotrod.htm
Mantaray Motorsport Racing - http://www.mmrusa.com/
Car Styling (paint for plastic, pvc, grilles, etc.) http://www.carstyling.com/
Autobahn Wholesale, Inc. - http://www.autobahnwholesale.com/
Kingdom Auto Parts (wholesale) - http://www.kingdomautoparts.com/
ViS Racing Sports (website under construction) - http://www.visracing.com/
Direct Part - http://www.directpart.com/
New Sales Co. - http://www.salesco.com/
Auto Toys (lots of stuff) - http://www.autotoys.com

CAR - PARTS SEARCH DIRECTORIES
Auto Top 100 Datsun Parts http://www.pasaulis.com/cars/datsun/parts.htm
Lamont California - http://www.lamont.org/hotrod.htm
Search by Vehicle Category - http://www.accessconnect.com/automoti.htm
Zedd Findings - (includes cars for sale, body, brakes, bumpers, air conditioner, paint, electrical, engines, emblems, gas, heater, trim, weather stripping, misc.) http://www.datsunzparts.com/start.htm
Trevor's Z Car Site - http://www.geocities.com/~z-car/parts.html

CAR - SEATS
Sports Car Accessories - http://www.momo-piaa-sparco.com/corbeau.html
New Sales - http://www.salesco.com/carseats/elit..._car_seats.htm
AroSpeed Custom Seats - http://www.mamasattic.com/aroseats.html
Car Parts - http://www.carparts.com/parts/autoid...2736413623-0-0