Tj Posted March 5, 2013 Posted March 5, 2013 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [uPDATE] Just this week the poor old duck has blown a head gasket. It's not too bad, it still starts first go and only misses slightly at low revs (at idle mainly) and it doesn't hydro lock over night. I've just put a lot of hours and a few hundred bucks into fixing up a few minor issues, which I'll list in a sec, but I've just about had enough of working on it. Over the last few weekends I've; Replaced the faulty ignition switch Fixed the oil leaks which involved replacing rear "side oil seals" (incorrectly called "rope seals" in the OP) front timing cover gasket, oil pan gasket, rocker cover gasket (not yet fitted) oil pump and dizzy gasket, and i replaced front and rear mains as a matter of course (They were only 12 months old but I couldn't tell if they were leaking or not) new clutch slave new fan clutch and fan belt went to replace front brake pads but discovered they were fine, still have two new sets of old asbestos type pads that I'll throw in The car still drives fine but I'll have to replace the head gasket at some point but here's your chance to pick it up if you have the time and the energy to fix it yourself. I'm offering it for $13,000 negotiable as is with all the other bits and pieces listed in the OP. Price and negotiability will change when I fix the head gasket. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I couldn't honestly sell this outside of the Zed community as it is right now. There's a few small, easily fixed issues that might put the unversed off but those in the know it means a few hours labour and a small outlay of $$$ which I'm willing to do, but if someone is happy to take it as it is, aware of what it needs, I'd be happy to let it go. Anyway, on to the listing; MODEL: 1977 260Z 2+2 Manual. LOCATION: Western Sydney PRICE:OFFERS AROUND $16,000. Price and negotiability will change as I fix little bits an pieces. Updated to $13,000 in light of recent changes CONDITION: Fair to Good. Some parts even Excelent REGO June 2013 This is my daily driver. I'm just going to put that there. Sure, it's lacking here and there but it gets me to and from work, does the peak hour schlep into the city when I need to (which was once a week up until recently) and has done plenty of trips up to Newcastle and back loaded to the brim with my drumkit. I've put that out there first so there's no doubts brought up by the faults that I'm about to list. The Bad; It has rust. It's a Datsun so that's no shock. But as far as I can tell, and I've had this car for close to two years, it's very minimal. There's two decent size bubbles in the top of the passengers side guard. Easily repairable. It still has the holes in the doors for the old mirrors. Get 'em patched up at the same time as the rust in the guard and save a few bucks Engine isn't perfect. Reliable, but not perfect. It's jetted all wrong. Was dyno'd and rejetted by Stewart Wilkins but it's still not right. Could need rejetting or swap the 45's for 40's. It leaks oil. I know the rope seals in the rear main leak and it's leaking from the front timing cover, possibly due to poorly configured breather setup I am planning on fixing this soon, but as I said earlier, as is... The clutch slave cylinder weeps fluid, probably on its way. I plan on changing this when I fix the leaks. Might look at replacing the clutch too while I'm at it. Interior fan doesn't work Ignition switch is dicky, likes to turn itself off. I have a brand new genuine nissan replacement waiting to go in, 15min job Fan clutch is a bit old and cruddy. sounds like a hovercraft when you first take off, quietens down straight away though. Have a replacement unit for it waiting. Not all the bushes have been swapped to poly, just a few difficult ones in the rear end. Have the remainder of MSA kit to go with it. Speedo reads slow. Might be the speedo gear in the gearbox is the wrong ratio. Easily available and easy to swap, could be due to what I suspect is a K gearbox The Good; If you're still reading this far it has a lot of redeeming values. The motor, L28 (will post head/block specifics a bit later) with slightly higher compression (trick pistons, can't find details at the moment, will update), tripple 45mm webers on a redline manifold with K&N Filters Head ported to match carb manifold (36mm from memory) matching gasket made and fitted by SWR Rally cam, 42deg from memory, pretty mild. The body was resprayed by a previous owner and they've done a good job of it. Good solid paint with barely a dent (if any if I'm being honest) and only very minor scratches and chips (daily driver remember) Straight original rear bumper and brand new repro front bumper The really good bits on the body; Front Airdam, unsure of manufacturer but fit and finish is very good ZG Flares made by Restored supplied by Otomoto. Wheel arches have been cut (rear re-welded) and coated in what I assume is POR-15 or similar. Only bolted on with hex head self tappers at the moment. Would have preferred nutserts. Both of these items have been painted and fitted by Outer West Customs in Penrith just last week Genuine Nissan Fender mirrors, restored and supplied by a bloke that goes by the name of Affa operating out of Malaysia somewhere. He's on a lot of other forums and is a champ when it comes to finding rare second hand and NOS parts. MSA headlight covers that unfortunately don't fit very well and cracked the day after I fitted them but they still look ok and are only fitted with the double sided tape included in the kit so no harm if you were to take them off. JAF badge not included Wheels - 17x9 -13 & 17x9.5 -19 Rota RB-X wrapped in Khumo KU19 225/45 and 255/40 (I think?). Mild stretch on the fronts but nice and square on the rears. Fitted and driven to work for two days (15-20km round trip) and taken back off as the 5-0 get kinda active on the M4 and I don't feel like getting into a stouch over their legality at the moment. They are, of course, included in the sale. Fitted with KYOEI Project Kics Bullock lock nuts in black. Came as a pack of 20 so there's 4 spare. I'll throw in the old wheels because I'm generous like that Interior is very tidy, not mint but for what appears to be all original looks great. No tears in seats, unsure if they've been recovered or not, looks factory if it has. Has a dash cap but it's not very noticeable. Centre console is a bit beat up but it's functional. Has a CD player installed good news is there's no holes cut in door trims for speakers. Carpet looks to have been replaced and is in fair condition. Currently is rocking a 240K steering wheel as the original one was shot (as they all are) MSA Woodgrain 5-speed knob (not pictured) All the suspension bushes I could get to were replaced with the poly bush kit from MSA. The leftovers are included. Has Adjustable Tokico Illumina inserts with matching lowered springs. 12 months old, not many K's covered. HEEEAAAPS of spare bits and pieces, most important of which is the original L26 motor with early round top SU's. Motor was ok (will need a freshen up after being in storage) but the SU's need a rebuild. You'll want to take this with you as it's engine number is still the one listed on the papers Lots of odds and ends including the original front chin (bit wonky) and a pair of straight but poor condition bumpers. Heaps more than I can remember. But it's all included. I hope I've not been too long winded about this but I wanted to be open and honest about this car. It's not a concourse winner nor is it 100% perfect but it's a solid car that, if you were inclined, has a lot of potential. I plan on patching up the little issues over the coming weeks and will alter ad to suit. Open to offers and maybe even swaps for a more sensible (but still fun) daily. Don't be offended if I knock a swap back though as I'm a little picky on what I would like. My reason for selling is that I'm not doing this car or myself any favours using it as a daily. Plus After 2 summers and winters with no AC or working heater I'm missing the creature comforts of a modern car. Plus I feel it's just time to move on. PM me here with any questions, or contact ZERO FOUR THREE TWO, ONE NINE ZERO, FIVE FIVE FOUR (spelled out so Skynet can't find me) Quote
dat2kman Posted March 6, 2013 Posted March 6, 2013 You have got this very well described and a lot of info, plenty of photos. The issues with body shell will be a factor. Also some may prefer a 2 seater. It looks good and honest. Asking for EOI i dont feel is an issue, you will get feedback, and based on your full disclosure, it should be good feedback! Wheels look good, body additions make it look purosefull! At closer to 10 k as it is you would be getting positive enquiry. edit: Jason, you're pushing it man.... Quote
import monky Posted March 6, 2013 Posted March 6, 2013 man, i must say its a bit high but im restoring a 2 seater (first one) and the cost climbs very quickly depending on whats needed. Does seem like an honest car though. dont have the funds to buy it but wouldnt mind catching up as owners seem to be few and far between in sydney. Quote
Tj Posted April 18, 2013 Author Posted April 18, 2013 Original post updated to reflect recent events. Quote
Tj Posted October 28, 2013 Author Posted October 28, 2013 Bump from the grave. Head gasket has now been replaced with a genuine Nissan item, head was decked and a small amount of corrosion was welded up in one of the water passages at the rear of the head, it was also leak tested and showed now signs of issues, the radiator has been repaired and it's retaining all it's fluids Rego has been renewed and is valid till late September 2014. Price stands but is now firm. Quote
Tj Posted December 8, 2013 Author Posted December 8, 2013 Sold! Keep an eye out for it back in Victoria Quote
G Posted December 12, 2013 Posted December 12, 2013 Now on eBay? http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Datsun-260Z-not-240Z-not-300ZX-not-skyline-not-nismo-/171193716154?pt=AU_Cars&hash=item27dbf0cdba#ht_1078wt_1358 Quote
bb85 Posted December 12, 2013 Posted December 12, 2013 Yes it is that is me My wife is not happy with it at all so sadly it is for sale Quote
MaygZ Posted December 12, 2013 Posted December 12, 2013 Gee mate, she hasn't give it much of a chance to grow on her. She's right though - one of them has to go! Quote
luvemfast Posted December 12, 2013 Posted December 12, 2013 Yes it is that is me My wife is not happy with it at all so sadly it is for sale Bwah ha ha ha haar Yeah. Maybe you need to sell it............ Or grow a set! Just say no. I love it. And I'm keeping it! Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted December 12, 2013 Administrators Posted December 12, 2013 do you promise to love and cherish? and allow your husband to keep his damn Datsun? Even if it smells, is loud and uncomfortable on long trips? .... She was supposed to answer "I do". Perhaps let her have a drive? She might change her mind. Quote
bb85 Posted December 12, 2013 Posted December 12, 2013 not a problem she's put up with a lot i have gone through a lot of cars I will buy something else but she just does not like this one Quote
bbqjackson Posted June 17, 2015 Posted June 17, 2015 Hi guys, Sorry to bring up the old. Does anyone know where this car ended up or how i may get in touch with the current owner? Much appreciated, Joe Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 17, 2015 Administrators Posted June 17, 2015 Joe - saw it on the old pacific highway last year on a drive with a few guys from Sydney here. Not sure where it lives at the moment but think it's still in NSW. Not sure current owner is on here or at least not very active. Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 17, 2015 Moderators Posted June 17, 2015 Not sure where it lives at the moment but think it's still in NSW. Not sure current owner is on here or at least not very active. I too recall seeing it some time in the last 6 months, and it is currently still registered in NSW. Quote
bbqjackson Posted June 18, 2015 Posted June 18, 2015 Cheers fellas, This had to be one of my most favorite Z's, i had come across in Sydney and just missed the opportunity to buy it when it was for sale. Maybe one day .... Quote
bbqjackson Posted August 17, 2015 Posted August 17, 2015 Sorry to bring up the dead once again fellas, Did anyone attend the Shannon's classic over the weekend (26/08), this vehicle happened to be there. if anyone knows more or potentially knows the new owner please pm me. i would very much like to get in touch with the new owner Cheers Quote
brent012 Posted August 18, 2015 Posted August 18, 2015 Sorry to bring up the dead once again fellas, Did anyone attend the Shannon's classic over the weekend (26/08), this vehicle happened to be there. if anyone knows more or potentially knows the new owner please pm me. i would very much like to get in touch with the new owner Cheers Yes, I saw it there. Didn't speak to the owner though. PMed you regardless. Quote
Lynton Posted August 22, 2015 Posted August 22, 2015 Try the shannons club www.shannons.com.au see if you can find him on there lynton Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted August 22, 2015 Administrators Posted August 22, 2015 Sorry to bring up the dead once again fellas, Did anyone attend the Shannon's classic over the weekend (26/08), this vehicle happened to be there. if anyone knows more or potentially knows the new owner please pm me. i would very much like to get in touch with the new owner Cheers What's the story here? I saw an ad on Gumtree about the same car. Did you previously own it? Sentimental value? Why not just build another 2+2 like it? Quote
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