acf321 Posted September 1, 2011 Posted September 1, 2011 Just got my subscription of this magnificent publication 'Octane issue 99 - E Type's 50th Celebration' and note with much interest a five page special on the 240Z (albeit starting on page 158!). Following the actual article, which disusses the drive of a yellow RHD 240Z (at night through London) was a two page piece on Albert Goertz and the history behind the car, and interestingly reason for its shape amongst other points. The good news is the journo absolutely loved the zed, suggesting he drove the car all night only to finish up at dawn. He comments re handling, power, style and practicality were all very complimentary. I must say, after reading the article I thought how great it would be to own an original 71 240Z.... then I realised I do !! Great read everyone, worth buying the magazine, especially knowing its going Global and is in the very issue that speaks of the e-type's 50th anniversary. Lots of good press there to help the values. Quote
Riceburner Posted September 1, 2011 Posted September 1, 2011 Good find Adam, is it in stores now? Another magazine to add into my growing pile, the missus will be over the moon Perhaps when yours is finished you could offer it to Australian classic car for a review, I would love to see a full write up and pics. Quote
acf321 Posted September 1, 2011 Author Posted September 1, 2011 Thanks Gareth The magazine might not be in stores for a few weeks as the subscription issues come out early. Might be able to buy in some agencies that do the early imports, but it is a must have for a zed nut. Even my Wife thought the article was pretty cool and well written. Thanks for the vote of confidence on my car .. would love to have it featured in a mag eventually. Its been such an epic journey, that I think it'd be good to have some record of it. Not to mention, it might be of interest to others considering undertaking the task. I have even thought of asking Octane to have a look at it. They occasionally do write ups of restos, albeit the most recent ones they did were a lightweight 300SL and 250GTO! Quote
260DET Posted September 2, 2011 Posted September 2, 2011 Elaborate on the Goertz mention, he did not design the S30 you know. Quote
acf321 Posted September 2, 2011 Author Posted September 2, 2011 Correct, Goertz did not design the S30Z. He was mentioned, and the story goes into the detail of who did. I won't spoil the story. Its a decent read! Quote
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