Very nice starting point , Sucks that it got towed has happen many times to me. I just wanted to inform your there isn't a such thing as a 71 black pearl . The Black Pearl Didn't come out til 1978 which was a 280z. I would total go for the l28et Its what I have in a couple of my z's also. And if u can find a 81 donor they are just as good as 82-83 , You can always upgrade to the 82-83 wiring harness and dizzy. Glad u decided to share your z with us looking forward to more updates. One last thing take your time as you buy your parts so u don't have to buy things twice that's where a lot of us on here mess up .