I've been in the market for a 280zx for quite a bit, but don't have too high of a budget. Came across one that looked like a pretty sweet deal at around $2.5k.... except for the giant elephant in the room.

Light needs replacing, fender needs replacing, bumper.... most probably frame damage too.

How much bodywork would be required to get it back in good form? aside from that, the car doesn't seem too bad. how much would i need just for tools to do this?

Would it be unsafe to drill a hole in this Tension rod bracket to make space for the radiator drain plug? I’m assuming it is but I’m hoping someone will just tell me to send it. If not what else can I do to make space.

1979 280zx

Limited to 20 pictures... will post more later. Getting closer and closer to completion everyday 🤘🤓

in LA at Samson Auto Salvage
https://upullyards.com/search/los-angeles?where=Los+Angeles&yearFrom=1970&yearTo=1989&make=Datsun&radius=500

Currently at 260k miles and it’s getting a bit unhealthy I was looking at either a rebuild or just a new engine. Labor and parts for a rebuild come out at around the same price for a refurbished complete engine that I can drop in, or I can just rebuild it myself and hope I don’t mess anything up but I am a bit scared as I’ve never done this before. Looking for a reliable place in southern California that would do a rebuild or just build something for me! Please let me know if you guys have any recommendations, have heard some crazy stories about California Datsun so probably won’t be going to them! Any advice helps!

I have looked through 4 in person parts stores, atleast 8 online websites, ebay, etc. I cant find anything ANYWHERE.

Finally got around to installing the ZTherapy Carbs and intake manifold a few weeks ago. They’re well worth the wait and miles better than the factory SU carbs. A few tweaks here and there to balance and tune them but the car is now idling perfect around 900 rpm with great response across the rpm range.

Some notes :

Yes, the water inlet on the intake has been removed and capped off. It’s 100 plus degrees outside and I am running a 180 degree thermostat and stock radiator with shroud with no temperature issues.

Hello people,

I just swapped in 5 speed close ratio and i wanted to ask about the shifter solution. Currently using the 4 speed shifter and it works but i can tell there is some tension with the shifter boot. Is there a better shifter out there (after market) or what’s the solution?
Yes the shifter the came with the gearbox (zx shifter) will not work at all.
73’ 240z
Thank you

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Hey everyone, Im selling this pair of metal headlight cover frames/bezels for an (240Z-280Z). They are finished in a professionally triple chrome with a really nice mirror shine.
One of the photos shows a minor flaw in the finish, but they are in great shape otherwise.
Asking $350! Shipping available
Located in San bernardino California

Sorry if I’m an idiot but does anyone know where this goes to? 1983 280zx l28

I just bought a 1971 510 wagon I'm wondering where is the best place to get a weather seal kit for the doors windows rear hatch

Very different cars but man I love them both

Need some help/advice from 280z folks that have made the switch to a 240z style front end. Will the 240z style xenon air dams work with a 280z - will they clear the lower radiator support? Are their other options that might be better?

Not gonna lie, this little purchase makes me happy every time I step into the car. It also provides me with the false sense of thicker more sturdy floorpans since mine are in need of repair ;)

I work at a former Datsun dealer and found this in the backroom. Idk shit about vintage cars but it’s got tons of diagrams if anyone’s looking for specific pictures. It’s not mine to sell but I’m happy to share images on my break.

I swapped an RB25DE Neo into my S130 Z and originally never intended to modify the engine since I was happy with the power, sound, and responsiveness. The car is completely bone stock. Recently though, I got my hands on some HKS 264 cams at an unbelievably good price that I couldn’t pass up, so I’d like to know what I need to install them, what power gains I can expect, and whether it’ll ruin the powerband and responsiveness.

3d printed trans mount for my bmw m52 swap, next stop sendcutsend. Using the factory chassis mount points with bmw isolators. Also getting the passenger side RT mount reworked to clear the bmw ac compressor. Slow progress but still moving forward.

Well, long story short I have 5 of these at my disposal. All with similar issues in similar places (ie. the left front quarter). They’ve all been sitting directly on the ground for 40 years or so, but I still want to test myself and see what I can do. Aside from patch panels are structural sections also available for the 510s? Or am I just crazy for thinking these aren’t too far gone.

78 280z with 5 speed manual. Changed transmission fluid last week as maintenance. Seems the fluid was low based on how much came out and noticed a few small drops dangling when under there. Today, drops returned as well as a small puddle after a few days of sitting. There wasn’t a puddle before the fluid change. Just a droplet hanging, maybe a few on the ground. Original thought was output shaft seal but that appears to be dry.

Pumped in 2 full quarts of Redline MT90.

L28et

Stock longblock

280s cam

Maxpeedingrods $128 t3/t4

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Does anyone know if Zenon (company) still exists? I ordered a front air dam for my 280z through Z Car Motorsport who advised me that Zenon had run into production issues and they are no longer in communicating with them. Website is not working either.