1971 Datsun 240Z Coupe

Description

When the 240Z hit American dealerships in 1969, the small and affordable sports coupe took the motoring public by storm. Starting at the low price of $3,626, the new Datsun 240Z offered the experience of a quality sports car, with the looks to match, to a much larger audience. Despite costing a fraction of its European competition, the 240Z was equipped with a bevy of standard features, typically only seen on high-end cars. Fully independent suspension on all four corners, front disc brakes, and a high-revving 2.4-liter straight-six engine supplying 150 horsepower made the 240Z handle and perform as good as it looked. Replaced in 1973 by the 2.6-liter 260Z, original 240Z’s have entered collector car territory. They are now prized for their E-Type-inspired looks, formidable performance, and reliability.

Quality examples of Datsun's classic sports cars have become difficult to find as of late. Like many vehicles of this time period, many were either neglected and forgotten, or modified from their original form. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an example that is in stock configuration, retains its original equipment and period purchase paperwork, and has been recently refurbished for future enjoyment.

Highlights

• Bare metal restoration between 2020 and 2022, well-documented with photography and physical receipts detailing the extent of work

• Over 600 restoration hours logged

• Numbers matching chassis and engine as per its data plate

• Restored in its original livery of Monte Carlo Red over a black upholstered interior

• Four-speed all-synchromesh manual transmission rebuilt by BMC+GEE, Brian Copans, Athens, Ohio

• Engine rebuild and machine work by Ace Competition Engines, Deer Park, New York

• Engine compression test conducted on 2 February 2023 shows between 155-160 psi across all six cylinders

• Extensive new and rebuilt components throughout, including but not limited to the brake system, steering, and suspension

• Current mileage shown is 86,688, at the time of listing

Features 

• Unibody construction

• Dual chromed mirrors

• Series One wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Chrome bumpers with overriders

• Working Hitachi radio and power antenna

• Rack and pinion steering

• Front disc (10.7 inches) brakes, rear drum (9 inches) power-assisted

• Front independent coil spring suspension with telescopic double-action shocks

• Rear fully independent strut type, coil springs, telescopic double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers

• Adjustable bucket seats with built in headrests

Known Imperfections

• Minor exterior cosmetic imperfections to the paint and body

• Bumper chrome shows surface corrosion and light pitting, as seen in the photos

• Recommended power brake flush, pedal feels low, although booster has been rebuilt

Included 

• Original owner vehicle identification paperwork with a warranty card from 1971

• Datsun 240Z sports owners manual, warranty and service booklet, consumer information book, and Hitachi car radio operating guide

• Roadside assistance kit including jack, lug wrench, and yellow wheel chocks

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle. Contact: Harrison Platz Phone: 610.304.4525 email: harrison.platz@broadarrowgroup.com

Optional vehicle service contract available for $1,000. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.