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Reproduction "Gotti" mags are available for a limited time. http://www.falcon-d.com/gottimg/

I believe it has sold for $30k+ after getting it running and a clean up.

I have to admit after driving a 944 non turbo, I ached for a few days yerning for 1. Even if it was slow, it was just so fun! I haven't driven a turbo, but I love the look of the 944's. Maybe it's because I'm an 80s kid? But it was the engine noise, the build quality (solid clunk of the doors). It's hard to explain but it's got a very mechanical solid feel. But it would lose almost any drag race. Handling is good with the gearbox up at the rear. I'd never trade a 240z for a 944 though..I also think I'd buy a FC RX-7 Turbo over a 944 Turbo. The interior quality on the FC would let it down however the cost of Porsche parts is silly and running an FC RX-7 would be far cheaper, even with the cost of fuel. I've been in a 400HP + 911 (930 turbo) and you can tell there is a lot of weight in the back. As much as I like the look of the 930 turbo, I just don't think they are worth the asking prices.

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FYI for those seeking doors.

That car looks like it's 907 Green to me (early 240z colour) again just the lighting that makes it change like that. More 907 Green 240z's here. https://goo.gl/photos/LdN9LBLf4h3x4TU56 Yeah pretty sure it's 303 Metallic Emerald Green. I don't think I've seen that colour on AU market cars. https://saleofcar.com/datsun-z-series/0102564 If you want to be a bit flamboyant I think #302 is awesome. If subtle is your thing..240 Green metallic which is darker.

I believe 113 Green like @andyk_79 240z looks like this. I also believe it was a "240z" colour only (for 1973). https://bringatrailer.com/2010/10/18/2-owner-1973-datsun-240z/ Keep in mind that our later year "260z's" were often specified similar to later 280z's. Since really they are S30's just different variances in years as they went along. Some colours got changed over the years I guess to keep the cars "fresh". This to me looks like the Green metallic I've seen on some S30Z's over here. (#240 Green Metallic) But I think it's highly subject to change in appearance given lighting and shade / camera etc..I think the Wasabi cars (car) is this or a variance of it. I think @NZeder's car was this colour. http://nzeder.net/blog/?p=40 #302 apparently looks like this. A better example of #302 http://www.zcarparts.com/gallery/displayimage.php?album=2&pid=376 Again the lighting, age of paint etc.. all have an impact on the way these Green's look. I'm not sure if the below is also "leaf green" but I think it is the same as #302. https://www.sunvalleyautos.com/1974_Datsun_260Z_Hailey_ID_15863000.veh# *Edit found the old eBay listing (beautiful machine). Definitely #302. http://260zforsale.com/1974-saint-louis-mo/ http://vi.vipr.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=381182574120&t=1425692417000&tid=10&category=6187&seller=motoexotica&excSoj=1&excTrk=1&lsite=100&ittenable=false&domain=ebay.com&descgauge=1&cspheader=1&oneClk=1&secureDesc=0

https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Mazda-R100-1969/SSE-AD-5715389 $22,500* 1969 Mazda R100 M10A Manual

Kobe Seiko Gotti style rims (replica) Buyout Price 500,000 yen (AU$6,575.00) https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/l476680094

260z 2+2 for $8000 https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/richmond/cars-trailers-excavators-hire/datsun-260z/1198153625

R35 GTR no?

R32 GTRs have always been legendary cars, now approaching historic plate status (in fact 1991 would be). So that may be a factor, given their racing pedigree and cars like the GTHO Phase III being an Ex-Bathurst winner but now fetching over $1M, I'd say some punters are speculating on similar values of R32 GTR's in future. Also keep in mind that the R32 GTR new price would have been close to $100k. I know my FD RX-7 when delivered new was an $80k car and the SP (Bathurst Homologation specials) were in excess of $100k AUD. At a time when the median house price was ~$250k in Melbourne. Bottom line is, it helps to look at these things in context, but again limited supply of good cars and not many "originals" means folks will pay a Premium for a very practical classic car. Also keep in mind the R32 GTR was a revolutionary car with all it's computer controls around the 4WD system at the time. 944's have doubled in value in the last few years, admittedly rising from a very low base price. 928s are similar. I would still say they are chump change, given what a 928 costs in 1979 and was viewed as a very advanced car for that time period. The bodies also didn't rust badly like other cars. Perhaps helping them survive? In my opinion so long as central banks persist with printing money and keeping interest rates low you'll see inflation in assets continue. That does appear to be somewhat reversing at the moment, but the costs of restoration will always be high, given the cost of labour inputs required etc.. So good cars will always hold value in my opinion. If I had $100k burning a hole in my pocket would I buy a BNR32 GTR and stash it away? Absolutely. I've missed the boat sadly, same with SP RX-7's. Can't own them all...

I think the global economy is in for a bumpy ride in general and the local economy ain't looking so good either... Hence a fall in prices is not impossible, but the difference between say the housing market and classic car market is that there is less leverage involved in the classic car market (at least S30Z's). Banks simply don't give out loans on classic cars the same as they do for houses. When the Edward Lee's 240z was for sale at Gosford Car Museum, I inquired about taking out a loan on the car, just to see what interest rates would apply etc.. I don't recall the exact rate but it just wasn't worth it. It was very high. Therefore I think what drives the price of classic cars is what people can afford to pay for them (in terms of cash available). However the broker did tell me if I had a property as collateral I could put up agains the loan for the car I might get a better rate and more favorable loan conditions. So I guess if the punters have been doing that, it could have an impact? The bottom line is all asset markets are connected in some way, a fall in 1 means people have less money to put into others. Part of the reason I've bought so many classic cars is to move my money out of banks, as I'm genuinely worried about a haircut on cash depositors. I may be worried about nothing but it has happened in other places and could happen here also. I wonder if other "investors" will see something like classic cars as a safe haven away from stocks, bonds, cash deposits etc.. going forward or try to liquidate to free up capital in the event of a financial crisis? So in the short term I see a potential fall in classic car prices, and if you're forced to sell it may be a time to pick up bargains. I bought my FD RX-7 in 2010 in Ireland, right smack in the middle of the financial crisis over there. I got it for 5000 euro's. Nobody was buying these cars at the time. Now the same car would cost 20,000 euro after the economy recovered. So I guess it's like any other asset really.. for those wanting to buy in, soon may be a good chance.

The phrase white elephant comes to mind.

KGC10 for sale at Lloyds https://www.lloydsonline.com.au/LotDetails.aspx?kw=skyline&smode=0&lid=1622394

I'm not sure if the "240z" green was carried over from the 240z to 260z years? I think part of the problem is that sites like Zhome.com are not entirely accurate with their colour palettes. I also think there was some variance between markets. Not to mention that matching a colour of a car in certain lights may make it appear lighter or darker and the colour on a monitor doesn't matter what it looks like in person. All of which make it really hard to verify colours easily. Hence why photos of original colour code stickers are useful or dealer delivery sheets. But how many people still have those documents with their 260z's these days? Especially 2+2s? I have definitely seen the dark metallic green like in the Wasabi Green video above, and it's lovely in person and really suits the 2+2 shape. If I was to pick between the different shades of Green that's the 1 I'd go for. But my favorite is the Blue above.

https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-somerville-127330598 Suitable for 16 cars apparently... Might not be big enough.

Kats Z432 in detail. 1:26 I've never seen those plastic rivets installed on the rear light garnish! Learnt something new today.

I hadn't read the whole thing to be honest. Pretty funny.

The blue car looks like a good buy also. A very original and patina'd 240z sold for $33k recently. Same car that was on eBay a while ago as a non runner. However it's far rougher than the blue 260z.

Hey Rudi, Here is the lighter green. I really liked it. Very rare to see this colour on any S30Z these days. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1974-datsun-260z-22-2/ However I much prefer the darker more metallic looking green. It looks even better in person. However I like the factory blue your car was originally too! Like @PB260Z's car. However I also really like the darker blue colour on 2+2's and I don't think it's listed on the Zhome.com page (seems a few differences in markets). Same colour as the Benalla Barn find. Just to throw you a curve ball.. https://photos.app.goo.gl/CWdhoXxY9WjdXoKE2

Looks like a superb deal..

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Datsun-Z-Series/192682345996 Current bid:US $22,601.00

This will be helpful.

@44014 or @d3c0y was asking me about a rear facing sump to suit an S30Z not long ago..