It is the second generation Z-car, known in different markets as the Datsun 280ZX, Nissan Fairlady Z, and Nissan Fairlady 280Z. Produced between 1978 and 1983, this was first time the "by Nissan" subscript was badged alongside the Datsun logo (you'll have to look below the logo and squint though). The 280ZX was crowned Motor Trend's import vehicle of the year in 1979, and it remains one of the most awe-inspiring classics on the market today. You might be able to get one at an affordable deal if you act quickly before the 2023 Nissan Z sparks a vintage Datsun/Fairlady Z restomod mania. This stunning 1979 Datsun 280ZX Coupe is the solution we brought to you today. Located in California, it shows only 61,500 miles on its clock and has received plenty of new components from its previous owner.
First, let’s talk about the exceptional color that this 1979 Datsun 280zx Coupe boast. The brown paint shimmers to deceive your eyes and makes it look like gold when exposed to the sun. The iconic front fascia is easily recognizable thanks to the headlamps that are sunk into the hood, creating the impression of a longer profile. The directional lights are said to be newly added. It sits on new BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires and also feature new wheel caps. Inside, you get a newly carpeted beige interior that retains its original seats. The vibe inside the cabin is very ‘70s, as it feature a radio, cassette player and climate controls on its center console. The driver is presented with a brown steering wheel with the Z logo in the middle and two large analog gauges between two smaller gauges. A first aid kit is also at arm’s reach in case of emergencies.
Giving this 1979 Datsun 280ZX Coupe the go-juice from underneath the hood is a 2.8L SOHC 12-valve inline-6 engine. It is capable of churning out 135 horsepower and 144 lb.ft of torque out of the factory. However, this particular engine reportedly received new spark plugs, cables, injection system, regulator and fuel pump that might have improved the power figures. An automatic transmission tackles the power while newly installed brakes provide stopping power.
This 1982 Datsun 280ZX presents as a uniquely customized example of Nissan’s beloved long-nose grand tourer, wearing bright red paint paired with a fully reupholstered two-tone blue & black interior. As part of the final years of the first-generation ZX, this model blends classic 1980s Japanese sports-car styling with a comfortable GT character, and this particular car adds its own personality through aftermarket touches such as chrome wheels, updated audio, and vibrant cabin accents. With its naturally aspirated inline-six and rear-wheel-drive layout, it stays true to the original driving spirit that helped the Z-car lineage become iconic among enthusiasts.
Japanese classics have taken the automotive world by storm and for good reason as well. Browse through the interwebs and you are greeted by a host of Japanese classics that look the part, have performance to match their looks and even have massive aftermarket support for one to build the way they like and as much as they like. Present today is a rarity, a blank canvas that can be left the way it is or built to your liking and takes shape with this 1981 Datsun 280ZX. With a reported 155,036 miles on the clock, this Japanese classic is a low mileage beauty that is in its original form and looking for its new custodian.
The 1980s was a lovely time to be alive, especially if you were a petrolhead. What made the '80s so iconic? The shift from analog to digital saw massive growth; cars no longer felt and looked older, and this generation brought about major design changes in how cars were designed and built. With some smooth synth on the radio, creative outfits, and funky hair do's being the norm; it's time you relived the '80s and drove off in a true icon — this lovely 1982 Datsun 280ZX Coupe we have today. With a reported 89,000 miles on the clock, this factory-fresh performance machine is a time capsule and is built to ensure you live classic car ownership to its fullest.
The 1972 Datsun 240Z represents one of the most important Japanese sports cars ever produced, blending European-inspired styling with reliability and affordability that reshaped the performance market in the early 1970s. Lightweight, balanced, and powered by Nissan’s smooth L24 inline-six, the 240Z earned immediate acclaim for delivering genuine sports car dynamics at a fraction of the cost of its European rivals. This example retains its naturally aspirated 2.4-liter inline-six paired with the factory 3-speed Jatco automatic transmission, offering a relaxed and approachable driving experience. Finished in red over a black interior, this 240Z captures the clean, purposeful design that made the model a global success and laid the foundation for decades of Z-car heritage.
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