1972 Datsun 240Z

1972 Datsun 240Z Coupe For consignment, a 1972 Datsun 240Z coupe with a title verified 76,372 actual miles and recipient of restoration since 2021 including the carburetors which were rebuilt with metal parts, replacing the plastic bits that are prone to failure. It also has a fresh set of tires for your driving pleasure. But wait, theres more! Exterior Our car wears a coat of New Sight Orange paint, a familiar hue for the Z and with its long nose and inset headlights, this personal GT from 1972 is looking good! Its unmistakable shape continues in profile where the roofline gently slopes flush with the rear hatch window and finally the hatch itself and thats where the vertical rear valance begins, housing those infamous two part tail lights in front of a black panel, over a wrap around chrome bumper which hugs nearly the entire rear quarter. The front seam of the doors is unique as it juts forward into the front fender, allowing for easier access to this low car which sits on 14-inch wheels with gray hubcaps and matching orange Z center caps and wrapped in 175HR14s with a late 2023 date code. The metalwork from the rain gutters to the mirrors, door handles, and window trim all look good and the dealer plate has appropriate patina for a 72. Imperfections in the paint include some touches up squares under a side emblem and a few touched up scratches. Interior Touted by Car and Driver in 1972 as a comfortable interior, this restored car looks like its going to satisfy those magazine claims, starting with a smooth door panel in black vinyl with a single bead of metallic trim and a door opener that is floor level because that where your hand will naturally drop. Beautiful tall black buckets seats have the telltale grommets seen on Z cars of this era and the textured vinyl insert might help you stay planted, although side support is good. A brown plastic rimmed steering wheel fronts a concise dashboard with two tunneled gauges relaying speed and RPMs in a molded plastic dash while three other gauges turn towards the driver from the center above a tidy center stack that contains vent controls and an AM/FM radio. A lovely wood handled shifter wears a leather boot loosely on the center hump that has been covered in attractive diamond stitch patterned vinyl over black loop carpet and mats, all in great condition. The black vinyl headliner has some dimpling but the cargo area under the hatch is nicely appointed in black carpet with only slight evidence of usage. Drivetrain The hood pivots forward and reveals a clean engine bay housing a 2.4 liter single overhead cam inline 6 cylinder, putting out 151 horsepower and dressed with a polished cover and orange air filter element housing. It is fueled by 2-Su carburetors and set into motion via a 4-speed manual transmission. Power brakes are onboard with front disc and rear drum. Undercarriage Relatively clean underneath with patina in the form of a spattering of surface rust, some oil drift from the driveshaft, and general evidence of some usage. But no major dirt, no invasive rust, and really no errant fluids to speak of. The single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler and soon after exits from a chrome tip fitting the contours rear valance. Suspension consists of Macpherson struts on the independent set up front and rear. Drive-Ability Call it a GT or a true sports car, either way youre in for some fun. The six banger starts right up and shifting gears in this eager little car rivals some of the Brits weve tested. Its spry and handles very well, all while providing a cozy but comfortable cabin from which to pilot it. Of note, we list the clock not working and the power antenna functioning intermittently. All other operations in and around the car work as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. Is there a new car in 2024 that is commonly used daily, that perhaps we take for granted, and that one day will be an outstanding and collectable classic? Toyota GR86? Todays Nissan Z? Supra? Hard to say. What isnt a mystery is that the 200 series Z-cars are now uncommon and very collectible, and this one is well sorted, a good runner, and cosmetically very nice. In twenty years, current prices are going to look like bargains as this is one sports car on an upward trajectory. HLS3057797 H-L28E Engine L-Left Hand Drive S30-Model Number 57797-Sequential Unit Number Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (thats more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price. 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