rustrocket Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 *called about it this morning to go check it out...i'm heading up there this afternoon* I know this should be in the classifieds, but they dont get enough publicity. not my car, but thought it was pretty interesting: http://www.craigslist.org/nby/car/46729630.html 1972 Datsun 240Z S30 hatchback! Many extras included. Originally a Nissan Comp. drag car and destined for a V8 conversion. For all of you that know, a 240Z will take your V8 small block with ease. Currently, the car has: -Triple Weber 40DCOE sidedraft carburetors -Cannon racing intake manifold -L28 block -N42 head (best non-turbo datsun head, square exhaust ports!) -High-lift cam -280ZX 5-speed transmission -R200 Differential (open) -Widebody kit (very agressive!) in front and rear -BBS 15-inch Mag wheels -285/45R15 front tires and 345/35R15 rear tires -Lowering springs -Tokico 5-way adjustables in the front -Momo shift knob! -Beautiful Recaro racing seats on rails OTHER ITEMS INCLUDED: -Assorted Weber parts -Original seats (dismantled) -Additional rear suspension -SK (Sanyo-Kiki) Sports racing intake manifold -Many other parts Car needs some work, differential needs to be replaced. Strong motor, even 185 compression across all 6 cylinders. Very strong, but knowledge of Webers needed. I was told the car had 300 hp with a triple Mikuni setup. Carpets needed, the rest is up to you! Awesome looking car, definitely a head-turner. Also, car is smog-exempt, for all people who want to make (more of) a project out of it. Sounds like a V8, wish I could keep it! It's very light (2350lbs. stock) and has tons of potential! Car sold as is, $3200/obo Photos located at http://genesis.tengun.net/datsun/ BEEFY EDIT: More pictures: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bastaad525 Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 that's pretty sweet for the price!! An engine bay pic and some interior pics certainly wouldn't hurt. Can't say I've ever seen a G-Nose AND a wide fender conversion like that before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPMS Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Sounds like a very good deal, especially if the bodywork is in halfway decent condition. I've always been leery of widebody kits - Many, many people don't bother putting them on right and they crack at the seams. Good luck! Be sure to tell us what it looks like in person! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zlalomz Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Judging from the rear panel that is not a 72. Make sure the V.I.N. #'s have not been messed with. I came across a 280 that had been turned into a 240 Z with the #'s swapped to get pass smog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Z-rific Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 I'm a little suspicious of the 300 HP claim. Still a good deal as long as the rust monster isn't hiding. Just the flares, tires, wheels, springs and shocks will run you near the asking price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleachZee Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 300whp at 6,000rpm in 2nd gear with a 4.11 R200 The car looks great until you see it from the front. But the price isn't bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustrocket Posted October 28, 2004 Author Share Posted October 28, 2004 The guy never called me back to go check out the car. I'm assuming he sold it, because he said he'd had 5 calls within the first 3 hours of posting. I was hoping i could come back with a story about how i barely escaped death while on a crazy test drive in the world's only 300hp inline 6, wide-bodied, g-nosed Z...sorry guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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