grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) It is with great pleasure that I introduce you to my new project, a Datsun 240z. This car has been on my list of cars to own for ages! I logged onto a Z forum on Saturday night with the intention of putting my 350z up for sale (thread was created here, but never got round to it on the other site) and came across a for sale ad for a RHD Datsun 240z. It was late so sent a quick text message to confirm car was available and that I would call the next day. It was : Called the owner, had a good chat about the car and about 20 minutes later missus and I were in the GTR on our way from Surrey to Blackpool to view the car - 270 miles one way. A long trip, but well worth it!! The car needs a bloody good clean, some cosmetic work doing and the carbs need a tune up, but the car has been used on a regular(ish) basis and the owner is great!! Z nutter for over 20 years and such a nice guy. Spent about an hour and a half going over the car, going for a drive, chatting about this car and his many other 240z (he has owned a few). Left a deposit and started the long trip home, which did not go well...... but all I can think of today, is the 240z!! Need to arrange collection and transportation of it today. The list of things to do is:- 1. Get the car down home 2. Get the carbs tuned and exhaust manifold gasket needs to be changed 3. Enjoy the car for a little, before the cosmetic works gets started.... not sure on how I am going to do this, might be a complete strip down and respray Here is a quick teaser:- Edited November 3, 2014 by grahamc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? Edited November 3, 2014 by Lexx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkwright Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Well done Graham. A good car from a top z car family. I'm sure they'll be heartbroken to see it go. I am sure you'll cherish it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? RHD original Well done Graham. A good car from a top z car family. I'm sure they'll be heartbroken to see it go. I am sure you'll cherish it. Been looking for one for so long and so glad that I found one from an owner like this. He is nearly 80 and you can see that he still loves to drive the car, but just cant work on the car..... truly sad, but I am wanting to get the car decent before the Nissan Experience day next year June/July at Donnington and I will then invite him and his wife down. This will be the first time in 24 years that he is without a Z...... thats true love!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Great project,Watching with interest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Great project,Watching with interest! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZEUS Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Excellent project , I'm not jealous or anything 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Top man At least he's seeling it to someone who will love it as much as he did Shall be watching this with great interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Top man At least he's seeling it to someone who will love it as much as he did Shall be watching this with great interest. I just hope I still love cars as much when I am 80!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Burns Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? Lexx you have aready seen the car at Lakes last year and maybe the year before belonged to Brian Baker who has been in the z scene from back in the early ninties hey if it keeps going on like this there will be more s30s owned by people on here than in the Z Club! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leosille Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Awesome stuff, a special collection you have, a lot of Nissan love Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard.hezlett Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Lovely project. I'll b watching build thread with great interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) Thanks all, will definitely keep this updated Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? Lexx you have aready seen the car at Lakes last year and maybe the year before belonged to Brian Baker who has been in the z scene from back in the early ninties hey if it keeps going on like this there will be more s30s owned by people on here than in the Z Club! Spot on!!! Brian is a great guy and honestly a shame that he has had to sell, but I am glad I got it. Im on the ZClub too just not posted there yet Edited November 3, 2014 by grahamc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Always good to see a much loved ZED moving onto another enthusiast when an oldie can no longer justify it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ZEUS Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Such a lovely car, only thing I'd change is the headlight covers. one day I shall forfill my dream of owning one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasso Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Such a lovely car, only thing I'd change is the headlight covers. one day I shall forfill my dream of owning one. Im 50/50 on them... It was this or the v8 conversion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hensh65 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Seen this at Lake Z, have a few photos of it actually on my phone Good purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 Seen this at Lake Z, have a few photos of it actually on my phone Good purchase! Thanks. This car will have been at a lot of the shows, so if you have photos, please post up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I know this car and the owner well. Great purchase mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Burns Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) here you go graham picture of some of the brits who went to the Dutch International meet back in 1995 see if you recognize Brian and Brenda Baker from back then before looking at the list below. Also for people who have been to the lakez 2014 there are about 8 people who 19 years on are still going to Z Events Best I can do with the brits who where there Julie Wilkins, John Wilkins, Stuart Phillips(above), Kelly Wilkins, Mark Rayner, Brian Baker (below),Brian Kesterton, Me, Pauline Burns (next but one), Dave Potter (center Bottom Row) guy above him cant remember, next to him Jane Illsely , Grahamam Illsley, Robin Smith (above Sandar Pul) Brenda Baker front ow 3rd from left Edited November 3, 2014 by Steve Burns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Great project, lovely looking Zed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHEZZA Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? RHD original Well done Graham. A good car from a top z car family. I'm sure they'll be heartbroken to see it go. I am sure you'll cherish it. Been looking for one for so long and so glad that I found one from an owner like this. He is nearly 80 and you can see that he still loves to drive the car, but just cant work on the car..... truly sad, but I am wanting to get the car decent before the Nissan Experience day next year June/July at Donnington and I will then invite him and his wife down. This will be the first time in 24 years that he is without a Z...... thats true love!!!! Great car , saw this too at Lakez this year. The nissan experience at donnington next year is that the leaflets a chap was handing out at JapFest2 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 I know this car and the owner well. Great purchase mate. Fantastic people, so friendly! Was offered dinner, before I even said I wanted the car.... here you go graham picture of some of the brits who went to the Dutch International meet back in 1995 see if you recognize Brian and Brenda Baker from back then before looking at the list below. Also for people who have been to the lakez 2014 there are about 8 people who 19 years on are still going to Z Events Best I can do with the brits who where there Julie Wilkins, John Wilkins, Stuart Phillips(above), Kelly Wilkins, Mark Rayner, Brian Baker (below),Brian Kesterton, Me, Pauline Burns (next but one), Dave Potter (center Bottom Row) guy above him cant remember, next to him Jane Illsely , Grahamam Illsley, Robin Smith (above Sandar Pul) Brenda Baker front ow 3rd from left Is Brian 1st on the left 2nd row? Would never have guessed Brenda... Is it a UK car or a Cali import? Good purchase regardless! Edit: just noticed you said it's a RHD. Is it originally a RHD or a conversion? RHD original Well done Graham. A good car from a top z car family. I'm sure they'll be heartbroken to see it go. I am sure you'll cherish it. Been looking for one for so long and so glad that I found one from an owner like this. He is nearly 80 and you can see that he still loves to drive the car, but just cant work on the car..... truly sad, but I am wanting to get the car decent before the Nissan Experience day next year June/July at Donnington and I will then invite him and his wife down. This will be the first time in 24 years that he is without a Z...... thats true love!!!! Great car , saw this too at Lakez this year. The nissan experience at donnington next year is that the leaflets a chap was handing out at JapFest2 ? Please post any pics you have. No idea, but I joined the event this year and did fast laps for passengers on the heritage loop. Would love to get the 240 out on that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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