datsunissan28 Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 For sale is my 1980 Datsun 280zx. This has been my project car since high school and it is unfinished. This is a 10th anniversary edition number 997 of 3000. It was originally black and gold, but in the process of fixing the rust I ended up painting it with primer. I have lost my interest of working on cars and would like to see someone else finish off where I have left off. The car is stored at my parents house with a cover in an older garage all winter and most of the year for that matter. Year: 1980 Make and Model: Datsun 280zx (2 seater) Mileage: 69,462 miles Engine: 2.8L Inline 6 (L28) It runs great and starts up every time even after sitting in storage for a few months. These engines are built well and are known to last a long time. The only things I have done are giving it regular maintenance (oil changes, radiator flush,etc.) and replaced a broken fuel line. The exhaust is open before the catalytic converter so it is quite loud. It still pulls strong through the gears. Transmission: 5 speed manual transmission. No grinding in any gears. Shifter is somewhat whobbly, but has never bothered me enough to fix it. I have never had a problem with the clutch. Suspension: I replaced all shocks/struts and springs with Tockico HP blues. It is stiffer and lower than stock, but is still comfortable. Also all ball joints were replaced at this time. Frame: When I bought this car the frame only had one spot with rust. I brought it to Farris Frame Restoration on East Broad St and he repaired the spot with thicker than OEM gauge steel. It was then undercoated to prevent any further rust. Body: There is some rust on this car, but it all cosmetic fortunately. I have replaced the front fenders with brand new steel fenders and though not currently attached a Xenon polyurethane air dam is included with the car. The only other spots with rust are the doors. Altogether the car is in good shape for its age. Interior: The interior is what you would expect of an almost 30 year old car. There aren't any major stains and the driver's leather seat is ripped along the bottom. The seats are very comfortable and have many adjustments. The dash is not faded or cracked which is somewhat rare. Amenities: The heater works incredibly well and the A/C still works, but needs recharged (I haven't been in a car recently that could match how cold its A/C was). Unfortunately the stock eight track player was replaced with an am/fm radio that does not work very well. The power windows and mirrors still work. The driver side door does not unlock. The T-tops are in pristine condition and seal perfectly. I have a spare set as well that seal well, but don't look nearly as well. All the gauges (temperature, oil pressure, speedometer, tachometer, fuel, and volt) work, though sometimes the clock resets itself and is hard to reset. Extras: Extra set of stock wheels with tires on them. Iron Cross style same that are on the car now, but painted gold from the factory. 82-83 style tail lights. Price: $2000 obo I am somewhat flexible, but no lowballs please. Contact Info: Dustin Angle angle.dustin@gmail.com or (614) 202-7022 Location: Pataskala, OH 43062 Current Pictures: Sorry its quite dusty. http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1959.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1960.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1961.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1962.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1965.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1966.jpg Older Pictures: http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/sarahs%20camera/DSC00087.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/sarahs%20camera/DSC00085.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/sarahs%20camera/DSC00086.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/sarahs%20camera/DSC00082.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 Dustin, good luck with the sale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Removed Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 hows the frame rails? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flybye Posted March 25, 2009 Report Share Posted March 25, 2009 pics of underbody and wheel wells please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunissan28 Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 hows the frame rails? pics of underbody and wheel wells please The frame rail was rusting by the front driver's side as well as a small part of the passenger floor pan. It was repaired by Harris Frame Restoration. The pictures show the repair and I have the receipt for this as well as an undercoat. http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1986.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1973.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1974.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1977.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1979.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1982.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1984.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1987.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1996.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1998.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunissan28 Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Front Air Dam included with hardware (Xenon Polyurethane) http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1972.jpg Picture of torn seats http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1971.jpg Engine Bay http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_1988.jpg Spare set of wheels http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a278/datsunissan28/Datsun%20For%20Sale/100_2001.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Trade for a 91 Chevy Silverado? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rally Pat Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Wowza. I'm not really a ZX guy, but that one seems in better condition that a lot of them that I have seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Removed Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Wowza. I'm not really a ZX guy, but that one seems in better condition that a lot of them that I have seen. plus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksi Posted March 26, 2009 Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 But not in that great of condition for the mileage shown. That had to have been broke for like 10 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunissan28 Posted March 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2009 Trade for a 91 Chevy Silverado? Possibly what type of shape is it in? PM me some more details on it. But not in that great of condition for the mileage shown. That had to have been broke for like 10 years. Or just rarely driven, I've had it seven years and only driven it about 6,000 miles and I know the guy before me had it for about 8 years in Upper Arlington and said he only put 2,000 on it. The first fifteen years are I'm guessing where most of the miles and wear and tear came into place. I store this car at my parents about half the year and only drive it when it is nice out. Also the car has new rear calipers, pads and rotors three years ago. I also just had the oil changed last week. This car has been my project car since high school and as much as I hate to see it I want someone to actually finish it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mace1647545504 Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 trying to get a bud of mine to look at this car. He wants a toy and I think this would be perfect for him. If I didn't have a samll car lot already I would have bought this. Where in patalaska is the car located?? thanks Mace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datsunissan28 Posted April 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2009 Bump to the top. Open to trades as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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