1984 Nissan 300ZX 50th Anniversary Edition

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Huntsville, Alabama — or “Rocket City,” as we know it — is home to NASA rocket-propulsion research and development. Nothing quite encapsulates the launch and excitement of the region as this out-of-world collection of cars including movie cars and tributes, desirable classics, and a rocket truck itself. 3… 2… 1… These cars are ready for blastoff, and all will be launched to new homes and garages as all lots are presented with NO RESERVE.  

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Datsun made its reputation with its Z cars, launched in 1970 with the 2.4-liter 240Z sports coupe and followed by a string of successes, including the 260Z, 280Z, and 280ZX. To commemorate Nissan’s five decades in the auto business, the Japanese carmaker unveiled the 1984 Datsun 300ZX Turbo 50th Anniversary Edition, a powerful and limited-quantity sports car that Car and Driver admitted was impressive, the magazine touting the special edition 300ZX’s speed, handling, braking, overhead cams, turbocharger, and triple odometers — “All the modern GT goodies are present and accounted for in one neat, $18,699 package.” 

Only 5,148 of these special edition sports cars were manufactured for the U.S. market, plus an additional 300 for Canada — all with two-tone Light Pewter and Black paint and a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 engine. The Z-cars’ combination of performance and scarcity continue to make them desirable, especially when they’re low-mileage, well-kept examples like this one. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Rocket City Collection  

• One of only 5,148 50th Anniversary special editions produced for the U.S. 

• 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine producing 200 horsepower and 227 lb-ft of torque 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Painted in 50th Anniversary Edition two-tone Light Pewter and Black with gold pinstriping over black leather 

• 50th Anniversary badge on driver’s side behind the front wheel well 

• 50th anniversary logos on the front seats and on the carpeted floor mats 

• Digital compass in the center of the dash with digital display monitoring engine efficiency and g forces 

• Rocker-panel extensions with “turbo” lettering 

• Bronze mirror-tinted removable glass T-top roof panels 

Features 

• BBS wheels  

• Ironman iMove Gen 2 AS 225/50R16 (0917)  

• T-tops  

• Flared wheel arches 

• Wears both Datsun and Nissan branding 

• AM/FM/Cassette stereo 

• Seats include power-adjustable lumbar, lateral support, and mini bass speakers 

Known Imperfections 

• CARFAX Vehicle History Report indicates on 19 April 2019 “Damage reported: minor damage,” “Damage to front,” and “Damage to left front.” CARFAX also notes, “Minor damage is usually cosmetic, including dents or scratches to the vehicle body.” 

• Multiple paint imperfections, including chips and scratches  

• Imperfections in lower front bumper  

• Paint bubbling and flaking on passenger side A-pillar  

• Chips/wear on passenger rearview mirror  

• Spotting on chrome wheels  

• Scuff on passenger rear fender behind door 

• A/C does not emit cold air 

• Extensive undercarriage rust

Included 

• Keys 

 Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1984 Nissan 300ZX 50th Anniversary in New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. It shows 67,825 miles from new. The car joined The Rocket City Collection in July 2024. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts    Phone: 912.508.4096    email: rpotts@hagerty.com