1971 Datsun Z-Series

Series 1 2 door coupe with hatchback

2.4 liter, 2400cc single overhead cam

4 speed manual

HLS3013523

Clear

Gasoline

Up for auction is my Series One 1971 Datsun 240Z with VIN HLS3013523, making this car #13,523 to roll off the Datsun production line in 1970. The date of manufacture was November of 1970. Originally purchased by owner # 1 on December 21, 1971 from Le Man's Motors, Inc. in San Bernardino, California. I am owner #2, and I purchased this car from the original owner in September of 2005. During my ownership, I have come to know this Z quite well, both it's positives and negatives. For a comprehensive understanding of this car's current condition, documenting all positives and negatives, please review all 185 photos with descriptions by clicking below: [zipedit] 1971 Datsun 240Z photos and descriptionsI am strongly suggesting that you review all photos and descriptions in the photos linked above before bidding. As an overview, I am including a number of photographs and descriptions in this auction as well. The best thing about this 240Z is that, with it's California origins, it is virtually rust free. Another positive is it's high level of originality. Where I've replaced parts, I've tried to use OEM Nissan parts as extensively as possible. The odometer reading of 85,593 is correct and represents original miles. This Datsun starts easily and runs well. Handling is very good, due in part to an extensive suspension refurbishment that included new KYB struts, Euro Spec. springs, and OEM rubber bushings. The biggest negative is that, back in 1973, the car was involved in a low speed accident. While stopped, the car was hit from the rear. Subsequent repair work was not of the highest quality, and the paint has since cracked and faded in several areas . The dash is cracked. Coolant is weeping very slightly from head gasket to block exterior. (For detailed pictures of any of these deficiencies, please view the extensive photo album by clicking on the link above. Summation of work completed since my purchase (receipts for almost all):2005 - American Racing Libre wheels professionally refinished. 2006 - Aftermarket turbo muffler. Fuel pump. OEM interior dome light. Optima battery. Headlight, foglight & parking light relays. New rubber door gaskets. New rubber trunk gaskets (inner and outer). OEM fuel tank sending unit. OEM fuel tank vent hoses with OEM grommets. OEM water pump. Replaced Series 1 metal fan with Series 2 plastic fan. NGK spark plugs. OEM heater hoses, "Y" connector & firewall grommets. OEM upper & lower radiator hoses. Thermostat, fan belt & oxygen pump belt. Master cylinder, power brake booster, & brake fluid. OEM inner rubber shift boot. OEM coolant reducer hose. OEM (Series 2) shift lever boot. OEM heater valve, 3 way brass pipe & brass engine to heater fitting. OEM engine trouble light. 2008 - NGK plug wire set. OEM brake booster hose. Oil pressure sensor. Z-Therapy fuel return lines and throttle return springs. 2009 - Extensive suspension refurbishment (wire brushed and POR-15 or Zero-Rust treated), including: (4) KYB struts. (4)Euro Spec. Springs. (4) Energy Suspension bump stops. New U-joints on propeller shaft and half shafts. New boots on half shafts. OEM rear differential side seals, rear differential cover gasket & differential breather cap. OEM radiator cap. OEM speedometer cable seals. OEM rear transverse link front bushings. OEM spindle pins. OEM rubber bushings throughout most suspension components. 280ZX electronic upgrade with E12-80 module, rebuilt ZX distributor recurved for 240Z, & MSD Blaster 2 coil. 2010 - Professionally refurbished combination turn signal / high beam switch. Parking light harness upgrade. Original radiator was professionally re-cored. 2012 - Z-Therapy SM carb. needles installed. Here are some exterior & engine compartment photos: Interior photographs: Bare floorboards and luggage compartment floor: Battery tray (battery removed): Refurbished suspension components: Underside floorpan detail...nice and solid. Framerail detail...again, good and solid. Current evidence of 1973 low speed rear end accident and failing paint: More evidence of the 1973 low speed rear end accident: Please be sure to view all 185 photos with descriptions by clicking on the link below: [zipedit] 1971 Datsun 240Z photos and descriptions Shipping costs and shipping arrangements are the responsibility of the winning bidder. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000.00 via PayPal due within 48 hours of auction ending. Remainder of amount due within 7 days of auction ending via certified funds. No warranty is expressed or implied. The winning bidder will receive bill of sale along with title upon receipt and verification of full payment. I have also listed the car for sale locally and reserve the right to pull the auction at any time. If your feedback rating is less than 10, please contact me before bidding. Thanks for looking, and please e-mail with any questions. On Oct-23-13 at 21:55:58 PDT, seller added the following information: Oct. 23rd: I received a question asking if there are documents or paperwork that come with the car, and also if the title is clearly in the seller's name. Apparently when I replied I did not check the correct box to have the question / answer post on the auction. Here is my response - "Thank you for asking. Yes, I have kept a file with receipts for almost all of the installed parts listed above...exceptions being KYB struts (which were purchased here on ebay), and Euro Spec. Springs (which were purchased through classiczcar). The title is solely in my name and in my possession, with no encumbrances. There is paperwork from the original purchase from Le Mans Motors, Inc. in San Bernardino, CA. in December, 1970. There are multiple receipts from Wendle Nissan and Jaremko Nissan in Spokane, WA., Pinnacle Nissan in Scottsdale, AZ., and Z-Therapy in Salem, OR. Other individual receipts include - Z Specialties, Snohomish, WA., Courtesy Nissan in Richardson, TX., Datsun Motorsports in Vista, CA., Banzai Motorworks in Upper Marlboro, MD., Amazon, PayPay/ebay, NAPA, Corky's Radiator Shop in Spokane, WA., O'Reilly's, Standard Battery, and the Zconnexion. The file, and these receipts, are included in the sale and will go with the car to the new owner."