1980 Datsun 280ZX

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

First released in 1969, the groundbreaking Datsun 240Z offered customers a combination of speed and reliability, instantly redefining what an affordable sports car could be. Raising the bar for British and Italian competition for years to come, by 1975, Nissan had released the Datsun 280Z for the North American market, which would soon evolve into the completely redesigned 280ZX in 1978. Offered with more aerodynamic styling, a longer wheelbase to accommodate 2+2 seating, and a larger fuel tank, the 280ZX also featured a luxurious interior with leather seats and many power options. For those customers looking to add to even more desirable options, the Grand Luxury (GL) package was available with power windows, power door locks, power steering, power brakes, and a dual-needle fuel gauge with a separate inner gauge for the last quarter of the tank for those drivers who wish to live dangerously. An important model in the Nissan/Datsun Z line, the ZX would help cement the legacy of the original 240Z by adding a level of comfort to help set the stage for subsequent Z models.

Highlights

• Finished in Pacific Blue Metallic over a Blue cloth interior

• Powered by a 2.8-liter fuel-injected inline-six-cylinder rated at 135 horsepower

• Desirably equipped with a five-speed manual transmission

• Well-equipped as part of the GL package

• Just under 38,000 miles are displayed on the odometer at the time of listing

Features

• GL “Grand Luxury” Model

• Power windows

• Power door locks

• Power steering

• Dual-needle fuel gauge

• Air Conditioning

• Six-way adjustable seats with lumbar support

• Four-wheel independent suspension 

• Rear window wiper

• 14-inch Datsun Z aluminum wheels

• Split folding rear seats

• Power antenna

• Cruise control

• Digital clock

• Rear window defroster

Known Flaws

• Minor warpage to the driverside trunk lining

• Flaking chrome on the underside of the rear bumper

• Paint chip on the lower rear edge of the driver’s side front fender

• Minor rock chips on the hood

• Scratches on the right rear quarter panel that have been touched up

• Slight pitting on the wheels

Included

• Owner’s manual

• Warranty book

• Service records

• Previous registration cards

Ownership History

This 1980 Datsun 280ZX was purchased new at Tom Harringan Datsun of Dayton, Ohio, in August 1980, staying with its original owner until 2017. The car was subsequently sold before it was acquired by the selling dealer earlier in 2023. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Marvin Waters Phone: 910.315.2918 email: marvin.waters@broadarrowgroup.com