Just bought and read the article in Octane issue 86 on the UK racing 240z, Big Sam. Aside from having some very detailed photos and history provided by none other than Alan Thomas, the car is expected to fetch £40-£60k at auction next mth. The engine setup and photos are great, especially the setup of the oil catch can, and engine placement, back more than usual. I never knew they started with an L24, then changed to L20 crank to then to rebore to a faster revving 2.4 with 250hp.
The other point to highlight to my mind is that the inclusion of the somewhat humble 240z in Octane magazine, arguably the world's best read classic car mag (this month including a ten page article on the world's most expensive car ever, the Bugatti Atlantic) can only mean one thing in terms of the car's acceptance amongst European investors and collectors, and therefore values. If you get a chance, buy a copy, it's well worth it. Also grab a 240z (no bias here!), as it appears the world is starting to like them more than ever.
