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Could be interested in P90 depending on condition and price.

Cool little 510 video (which has some 240z featured for a moment or 2).

What parts are you after mate?

Ken Eustace Datsun Commercial, featuring what looks to be a 240z.

He is aware that the car is up for sale, he receives the club mail. I originally thought it was Sulio, Dimitri and Steve playing a prank on me when I first saw the photos because it looked exactly like Steve's old car used to and Sulio was known for playing pranks like that.

Needs photos mate, pictures sell cars .

It's my understanding that every state has it's own rules and regulations so would be best to call VicRoads and ask. Although I'm sure others on here could tell you for sure. It does look mean with those black wheels. I spy a C4 Corvette and 928 Porsche also in the driveway, this guy has a thing for V8s .

Looks mint, I'm half tempted myself mate. Great looking Z, must be hard to sell this.

Old thread, but welcome. I spent 3 months in South Africa and saw a 120Y coupe in Cape Town near, at the airport actually. I also saw a 510, but not many Datsun's in general. Love the picture of the Silver / Red interior combo 120Y coupe you posted. Great combo. Can you tell us more about how these cars were used in racing? Some of their special features etc..?

Some of you may recognise this car or it's twin. http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,2582.0.html http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,3782.0.html Radovan had 2 cars made up and customised in this style back in the day for himself and his lovely wife Michelle. Here is some photos of the cars in Sydney many years ago.

Hi Guys, Here is an opportunity to own a time capsule of a S30Z. I was recently contacted by the seller to inform me that he's now decided it's time to let his cherished 260z go. Having owned the car for some 40 odd years. Model: Eg: 240z, 260z, 260z 2+2, 280zx, 300zx - Other rare Datsun / Nissan's and their parts are also acceptable. 260z 2 seater Required Location: eg: Tweed Heads NSW Required Price and Payment Conditions: eg: Cash in hand, cheque, paypal, part exchange (for what?) etc.. 18K neg.. make an offer! Item Condition: Poor, Fair, Good, Excellent, Concourse (refer to pics) Body: Rust? Damage? Where? (refer to pics) Mechanical: Running / Rolling Shell, Requires towing etc.. Running. Registration: Selling registered? Yes but won't come with plates pictured. Extra Info: Vehicle history, specs and modifications etc.. From owner.. 86 y. young but have to downsize to unit one garage only,.selling my baby of 40 years. His mane:FLAMINGO. Totally individualized= look more like Ferrari., Ferrari red, tinted windows,mag.wheels,craig el.stat radiator fan, air/con, black b'bars (nylon coat), black chrome elsewhere, black vinyl roof, spotless dash and all interior like new, reversing buzzer/light, alarm, non std de-calls, spoiler, light cover (+spares), many other spares & rubbers, orig. manual, service record, front spoiler(+spare), rear defl. spare, anti-theft device, custom racing seats, harness seat belts, air horns, ext.compet., mirrors, power antenna/cassette/FMradio, read window wipers(+spare), el.windows winders, and more...Registr.NSW 00-031 until 24/7/2014,(spec. n.plates cannot be transferred), definitely no rust, Body was prepared for 280-Z turbo engine from Bob Shard Calif.USA but due to high charges, modification and insurance, idea abandoned. One driver (me), not even wife or old sweet lady! Not raced, hobby driven only. engine runs perfect after km 018147 It would be easy to place ad into CAR SALES but as a Z-fan, I prefer to give first choice to you people. Price is negotiable and due to perfect conditions and many spares. I can offer some finance, if legally secured. Car can be inspected and/or collected from our home at Tweed Heads any time. The Mechanics who knows the car from many years servising it is Clive or Chris from Alden Automotive 07-55244822. or NRMA inspection welcome. Contact Details: PM / Email / Mobile / Home Phone etc.. Call Radovan 07-55994673 or email radmys@myone.com.au

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I don't know him personally but I am saddened to hear this and hope he pulls through.

I should point out you can neglect a VN commodore without too much problems. Just do periodic maintenance and rotary will be all good.

Yeah they are fine. I was just joking series 8 is way to go, but a lot of imports have had a haircut off odometer. Single turbo is way to go if you want a properly sorted 1. Twins are good when working. Mine has been fine, parts are a little pricey and cooling system is important to keep in good working order. L-series is awesome reliable and 240z is cheap to run, actually get better fuel economy from my 240z, however its hard to drive rotary without sticking boot in, just so willing to rev.

LOL well I do own a rotary, guess I'll probably need an engine crane full time .

The Brass Teapot - A comedy with a message about being happy with what you have I guess. The synopsis in my own words. A financially struggling young couple discover a brass teapot that will reward them with money each time they experience pain. The more pain the more money they are rewarded. At first they feel a sense of control over this money dispensing device, but soon the teapot will control them. I'd rate it 5/10 - funny in parts but predictable and to be honest quite forgettable.

I don't know mate, those sunroofs... well Z owners have been removing them ever since, at great expense. The roof would be the least of my concerns though, it just looks rotten all over. Complete at least for the most part though. If you got it cheap and could do the body work yourself it would be a good car, otherwise I wouldn't recommend someone buy it with the intention of paying someone else to restore.

Awesome workshops some of you guys have or will have. @Rudolf - I'm near Concord, next suburb over Five Dock. I would love to see some Datsun's so I'll book it in. I love the 1200 utes, they are quite expensive these days unfortunately. We took 1 out onto the Salt Flats in Botswana (Kubu Island) the thing would go anywhere with no fuss, although there was no rain so didn't have to go through mud. They are very popular in South Africa. Better photo on the salt flats We will have to do something about the NSW and Sydney Z scene. Try and get a few meets happening! Saw a 240z on the way home the other night from work. Looked absolutely mint and I've seen that candy red 1 with the blower popping out of the hood, flares and white interior also. Looks quite good in person, effective. @Matty - your workshop is great, very organised and umm lots of eye candy on the walls haha. You have a practical Nissan and a less practical Nissan lol. RE: Engine cranes they are the sort of tool that is probably best hired for a short term or bought second hand cheap and sold on again. To be honest though I'm just so happy to have a workshop area, I used to have to store all my tools under stairs in a cupboard and every time I wanted to work on the car I'd have to pull stuff out and re-organise it all. It was a real PITA. The other caveat was it was very hard to work on something for any longer than a day or 2 at a time because I could leave tools out in the weather or the car for that matter with the bonnet open in the rain etc.. So very chuffed to have a garage where I can start to organise everything properly and take my time to do jobs properly etc..

Good stuff mate chin up and back on the horse. Looking forward to the build. I have to admit a v8 is a tempting proposition all that grunt.

Volvo T6 Turbo Amazon walking a Ferrari. Anyone think this would be a good engine swap in a Z?

LOL, hope it won't be a disaster. The door at the rear is by no means sealed so it won't retain water should we have a Noah style flood.

That space will make a good garage, I can see the potential . I know exactly what you mean re: woodwork and getting a level of satisfaction out of working with your hands like that. When I was still in Ireland, I was feeling stressed out with work and I noticed when I started to spend my evening tinkering with the car and fixing it up (after it was stolen/damaged) all that stress would just vanish and a sense of calm would come over me. I would usually exercise as a way of dealing with the stress of the day, but after a while it just wasn't working for me in the same way. I found many good arguments in this book for working with your hands and fixing things. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Working-Your-Hands-Office/dp/0141047291 So I think every man needs his own workspace to be creative and build things. It should be mandatory - especially for those of us working in an office day to day.

I bought mine for $800, but to be honest I'd probably go to PMC and see what he can do re: fitting an RB30 crank. I don't think they are worth the extra expense to be honest. Money is better spent on head work / valves / cam profile and triples! $400 is cheap, just make sure it's in good condition.

Hi Guys, So during my recent house hunt in Sydney I came across lots of place that had garages that were a bit too neat (clean walls and floors etc..), you could go so far as to say uninspiring...then we found this older house, which had this rough little workspace, just the kind of rough around the edges place I like. I can make a bit of a mess and not worry the landlord is gonna crack the sads and send me packing. So enough talk and here are some photos of said working space. There is quite a few shelves and cupboards left in there from previous tenants / owners. Outside shot (rear) Side door is good for ventilation (exhaust fumes perhaps?) Weird shelf set up, but hey it works. Solid old work bench with cupboard and lots of spiders etc.. So far the only thing I've got in there is a lawn mower and jerry can + 2 stroke oil. All my tools are still in transit on a boat and my car is going through compliance. The 240z is in Melbourne, but the garage (in Sydney) is almost big enough to fit 2 cars (I'm going to take measurements). I recently saw this article on speedhunters and have to say I like the garage, the old model cars and the cupboard spaces / bench tops. It just looks like a creative space. http://www.speedhunters.com/2013/10/70s-street-fighter-imai-works-datsun-260z/#chapter-welcome-to-imai-works The more and more I get involved with my cars the more and more I want to do creative things, and I think a good workshop layout and space is the perfect way to give you inspiration. So the whole point of this thread is to see what you guys have done with your own workshop / spaces and share ideas. I'm looking for ideas on the cheap, ways to recycle things and tips for finding cool things to put away in the garage like old petrol station signs or where to get old tools / machines on the cheap etc..