newera car specs - nissan 240z modified to 3 litre - triple solex

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This SWB classic 1970's Datsun Fairlady Z is one of the best we've come across in years!

Currently on hold pending payment from a customer this car took over 3 months of diligent

searching and rejection of various examples that weren't up to our standards of excellence.

A Brief History: The Japanese home-market S30-series Z range - at launch in October 1969 -

consisted of sub 2-litre engined models in order to stay within a particular taxation class. Four

models were marketed: The S30-S 'Fairlady Z' & S30 'Fairlady Z-L' ( both with L20A SOHC six

cylinder engine ), and the PS30 'Fairlady Z432' and PS30-SB 'Fairlady Z432-R ( both with the S20

DOHC six ). But from October 1971, three L24-engined models were added to the domestic range:

The HS30-S 'Fairlady 240Z', HS30 'Fairlady 240Z-L' and HS30-H 'Fairlady 240ZG' Group 4

homologation model. These models were carried through to late 1973, when the Japanese 'Oil

Shock' (following the 'Yom Kippur' war) hit hard.Datsun also sold some RS30 'Fairlady 260Z'

models ( with L26 SOHC engines ) in Japan in late 1973, but these were soon recalled due to

problems meeting emissions standards, and fitted with L20 engines - with their body number

prefixes altered and engine-bay identity plates changed to suit. G-prefixed 'Fairlady Z 2/2' four-

seater models were sold in Japan: from early 1974 right through to the end of S30/S31-series

production in late 1978, alongside the two-seater models. This example is an S30 which is clearly

the SWB shape, same as the famed 240Z model. Built in 1978 it was originally supplied with an

L20 engine, although it now sports a tuned 3 litre modified L28 engine, with a 5 speed box and

other tuning.

1978 Nissan 240Z Modified to 3 Litre - triple Solex Carbs - Restored. BlueMetallic.

Basic InfoRegistration date 4/1978Chassis Number S31-011791Mileage 161Color Blue Metallic.OTR Price £ 19850

Detailed description




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Modifications: The original engine for this car had been a 2 litre 6 with a 4 speed box. Its since had

an L28 engine fitted, which has been bored out to 3 litres. Notice the Mikuni carbs are virtually

brand new too. Its also got a 6 branch exhaust manifold (Heat wrapped) and sports exhaust (With

removable tail silencer). Note the Ultra ignition leads and the alloy plate (To deflect dust from

beneath the engine) and shorter throttle bells to enhance torque at lower rpm. Engine sounds

fantastic from idle all the way to the 6,000 rpm red line (No limited fitted). The suspension is

uprated with coil over conversions at each corner, setup is similar as AE86 converted suspension

strut tubes, etc. Specification described at time of purchase by ourselves states this car may have

a limited slip differential. Wheels are RS Watanabes with Potenza RE-01 sports tyres of size

205/50R16. Inside, theres a Recaro drivers seat together with a Bride passenger seat.Restoration:

Mileage is unwarranted, although documentation proves that in 2003 the odometer reading was

94,000 original kms. The car's since been restored odo now reads 260km this is possibly the

mileage since it was restored extensively. Car was originally a burgundy colour (See pic of the

chassis no) but its now blue metallic with grey arches. Note the original arches havent been cut

out but sit beneath the flares which means bodywork could easily be restored back to original if

ever desired. Paintwork quality is excellent with no rust, door shuts, underside, etc. painted. Even

the front and rear screens were removed when stripping this example down for bodywork.

Considering this is a 30 year old car panel gaps and panel integrity are excellent. The complete

lack of rust on the body is also extremely rare!

Recommendations: We believe this car could benefit from some additional modifications. The

steering wheels quite large (Helps, as theres no PAS). It could also use some new seats. Possibly

period race style buckets in black leather with studs in them. Alternatively some modern bride

reclinable seats, with Bride logos would look amazing. A new tailored carpet set is available at

around £350.00 + P&P. The wheels have some sort of coating on them which has corroded in

places. It would benefit from having the wheels stripped and refurbished, possibly with the centres

painted in grey to match the arches. We may also be able to find some clear front indicators,

which would help modernise the front together with the Raybig headlights already fitted There is a

significant restoration & tuning market for these old cars still alive & welll in Japan.

www.neweraparts.com can source the parts needed to improve these fantastic cars!Test drive:

With no choke fitted, start up can begin with a lumpy idle. Engine has a deep induction roar with

good pickup from low revs. Moving off the clutch is progressive and easy to use. Ride is

comfortable over bumpy surfaces too. The engine builds revs strongly - sounding not unlike a

small block American Vee engine. Gearbox is pleasant to use, steering not at all heavy either.




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Despite the car's age, brakes are decent and pull this Z up without any dramas. The car does feel

older than the typical cars we drive - but it's alive with information of feedback, feels light and

nimble and able to take regular use - if the new owner so desires. We suspect this car will have

people's necks swivelling in envy though - looks amazing from any angle. Classic elegance with

Retro muscle. You gotta love it!!

Were this car going to the UK (Our customer is based in Ireland, so this will be the only Japanese

Market Imported 1970's Z there, we expect!) we would have retailed this car at:.

Fancy a genuinely top quality hand picked classic Japanese Z (Or other model)? We'd relish the

challenge of finding a similar high quality rare car! Please Contact us for further information of

how we can source an example well beyond what's typically available for sale in UK, Europe, etc.

Newera Imports - Consistently the source of only the best hand picked performance cars from

Japan.




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One of the most stunning modified 70's Z's we've come across.

All bodywork has recently been restored.




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Car looks amazing on 16'' deep dish RS Watanabe wheels & wide arches.




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Paintwork quality throughout is excellent.

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Just classically beautiful!




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Muscular, yet elegant.

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If only Nissan would style cars in retro fashion again!

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Raybig headlights help modernise the front.




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Just beautiful!




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Vent is a cool design feature!

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Bride reclinable passenger seat.




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Recaro driver's seat.

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Driver's view.

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Odometer shown mileage since restoration.

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Engine was originally a 2 litre 6 when this car left the factory in 1978

L28 engine fitted which was bored to 2.8




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Brand new condition trio of Twin Choke Mikuni Carbs... They haven't made these in over 15years!




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Original Chassis No on bulkhead.

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No rust or corrosion beneath.

Removable tail silencer.




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Coilover conversion to original struts.

Car cover included.




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