BluDestiny Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 The original color scheme reminds me of Bluestreak from transformers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowtie29 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I've had my '83 for almost a year now, just getting started on some upgrades and modifications. I got this car from my father-in-law who bought it new in '83 and parked it in '90. It has 80k on it and practically no rust, which is rare in Michigan. The interior is perfect and the price was to good to pass up. I'm pretty new to the Z car world, so starting to collect parts and learn what to look for and how to do things on these has been fun! I've got coilovers to go on, all new bushings, tie rod ends, ball joints, and fresh brakes to put on here over the next couple weekends. Long term plans include swapping in a LS1 I have matted to a T-56 and a 8.8 Ford IRS set up, but those are long term plans. Looking forward to doing some auto cross and just driving it until I need more power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
custom280zx Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Hi! here is my 280zx s130 (82) rb26dett converted, vipecv88 ecu, rb25 box, r200 diff, koni shock setup with kingsprings, dragway pro wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 ^^^^ Damn! Awesome...more pics please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowtie29 Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Awesome^^^ car is gorgeous! What are the tail lamps from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnum44 Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 HERE'S MY 83 TURBO.... DID NOT LOOK ANYTHING LIKE THIS WHEN I GOT IT.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnum44 Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Here's mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jwinnsrt Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 My 82 421 stroker slick top zx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dat280zxt Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 WOO. ME. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
some.guy0474 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 1983 280zx GL, 5-speed. Bought October 2013, working on getting her running right on an 18 year old's budget. Mods: All were here when I bought it. L28ET swapped Adjustable rear shocks Eibach Lowering Springs in the front (I really don't like the look much, it's like a fox body mustang drag car, plus it messes with the handling) Fat one-wire alternator (Looking at replacing with a standard, I heard the Dodge Monaco alt fits with some persuasion.) Right now the goal is to set her right and drive some to figure out what I want out of the car, then I can start tearing into things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Quick update picture of my car from this past weekend: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelvin Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 79 2+2 from new zealand sitting round collecting dust with tapped on airdam and wing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slithering88 Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 (edited) HGS130004382 RHD 79 Fairlady Z 2+2 5speed Volk 14x7.5 mesh and old cracked Advans that still hold air Stripped interior, sans rear bumper Purchased from a coworker long ago. He lived near the local airforce base so I'm assuming an airmen had it brought over from Japan. Currently struggling in vain with the 390 4 barrel conversion from MSA. I've owned her since roughly 2006 and she has been operable for than less a year of that. I have nearly zero automotive knowledge so it has been a long frustrating time living the Z car life. Anyone who I know that can help me knows little to nothing about EFI, especially the ancient form from 1979. I have never asked for help in forums because folks seem to jump down a newbies throat about "searching the archives" but with concerns to trouble shooting crusty old efi components or installing a new 4 barrel set-up, those search queries offer little assistance. At least she's finally in a garage I share with my friends instead of out in the elements. My Lady will never be up for sale, so I will be on this confusing and hopeless path until I actually learn something. http://s1291.photobucket.com/user/livefast_2k4/media/IMG_13441_zps17e4d9c6.jpg.html?filters[user]=140026438&filters[recent]=1&sort=1&o=1 Edited April 24, 2014 by slithering88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerrybatista1 Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 I own a 1980 Datsun 280ZX (10th Anniversary Edition - Black+Red) Plaque #751 of 3000. I had purchased this car back in 2007, drove it for 6 months then put it away to prepare for some engine bay surgery. Looking to finish up this summer! Car has 99k on the dashboard! Follow my progress on my Youtube Channel. you can find me under my name. Jerry Batista. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niall280ZX Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I've got an 81 280zx Na. Got it for $2000 in January from a guy near Salt Lake. It's stock and runs almost perfect, but I've got plans to do an RB25 swap pretty soon to get it moving real good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirThomasBruce Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 1982 280zx N/A Coupe purchased about a month ago from a coworker who was the main bodyman/mechanic at my work for $700.\It currently has 300k + miles but runs strong! has a tiny bit of rust here and there but not bad at all. Also came with another l28, tranny, rear end w/ 138k miles plus a ton of other parts. i was driving an 01 audi a6 2.7t before this. Loving this car so far though and can't wait to start building her up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh280z Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) Here's mine, cooling off in the rainy afternoon. Ha, it has definitely changed since I uploaded my sig pic. Edited May 29, 2014 by Josh280z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelsonian Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Yasin, Any new pics of your car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mack Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 I just purchased another 280ZX. I rescued a 1983 280ZXT 5spd 2 seater with 97K, that had been sitting in a barn since 2004. It was posted on craigslist for a song and a dance, so I called the guy, he told me it was sold and someone was coming to pick it up the next day and that he would call me if it fell through. In the grand tradition of craigslist deals, the guy flaked and never showed or called. His loss, my gain. I am working on getting her running right. I am pretty sure she needs a fuel pump and an oil pressure sending unit as it reads 0 psi, but the light is off and the lifters are SILENT ( I can hear the injectors clicking over the engine running), which would not happen if it indeed had ZERO oil pressure. The rust situation is minimal. one or 2 soft spots in the floor and surface rust on the wheel arches as well as a couple spots on the hood. Solid rockets and frame rails though! I'll probably make it daily drivable and pass it on to a deserving home, as I have too many projects as is right now and I already have a 280ZX that is "my baby". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(goldfish) Posted June 7, 2014 Share Posted June 7, 2014 I just purchased another 280ZX. I rescued a 1983 280ZXT 5spd 2 seater with 97K, that had been sitting in a barn since 2004. It was posted on craigslist for a song and a dance, so I called the guy, he told me it was sold and someone was coming to pick it up the next day and that he would call me if it fell through. In the grand tradition of craigslist deals, the guy flaked and never showed or called. His loss, my gain. I am working on getting her running right. I am pretty sure she needs a fuel pump and an oil pressure sending unit as it reads 0 psi, but the light is off and the lifters are SILENT ( I can hear the injectors clicking over the engine running), which would not happen if it indeed had ZERO oil pressure. The rust situation is minimal. one or 2 soft spots in the floor and surface rust on the wheel arches as well as a couple spots on the hood. Solid rockets and frame rails though! I'll probably make it daily drivable and pass it on to a deserving home, as I have too many projects as is right now and I already have a 280ZX that is "my baby". Dang, didn't see that one. Hit me up, I think I have a spare oil pressure sender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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