- 1981 MY Datsun 280ZX Deluxe Restoration
- Current owner reports full restoration completed in 2022
- Current owner reports rebuilt engine less than 2,000 miles ago
- Current owner reports new Red leather interior
- Current owner reports new seats
- Current owner reports new carpeting
- Aftermarket Kenwood audio player with Bluetooth capability
- Aftermarket Rockford Fosgate speakers
- New center console
- Current owner reports new swift boot
- Current owner reports new shifter knob
- Current owner reports new paint on both interior & exterior
- Current owner reports new seals
- Current owner reports new performance cams
- Current owner reports new rocker arms
- Current owner reports new tapets
- Current owner reports new springs
- Current owner reports new plugs
- Fuel injected
- New 60mm throttle body with a pit matched intake
- Current owner reports new alternator
- Current owner reports new water pump
- Current owner reports new fuel pump
- Current owner reports new MSD coil & box
- Current owner reports new aluminum radiator
- Current owner reports new hoses
- Current owner reports new brakes
- Current owner reports new stainless steel muffler
The 1981 Datsun 280ZX Deluxe, a proud member of Nissan's Fairlady family of sports cars, stands as a testament to Japanese automotive ingenuity. Introduced for the 1978 model year and continuing until 1983, the 280ZX marked a significant redesign and re-engineering from its predecessor, the 280Z. This particular 1981 model, with a rich history of 166,000 miles, underwent a comprehensive restoration in 2022. Notably, the engine received a rebuild and has traveled less than 2,000 miles since. If you're eager to own a classic Japanese sports car that seamlessly blends style and performance, this Datsun 280ZX awaits your consideration.
Exterior and Interior
Dressed in a fresh coat of black paint, this 1981 Datsun 280ZX Deluxe exudes a renewed vibrancy. The deep shade accentuates every detail of its iconic design, complemented by striking silver alloy wheels that add a touch of elegance. The head and taillamp lenses are clear, and the original 280ZX badging remains intact. Stepping into the interior reveals a new red leather treatment, featuring fresh seats and carpets. The center console, a new addition, houses a Kenwood audio player with Bluetooth connectivity. Enhancing the audio experience is a Rockford Fosgate speaker system. The new gear shifter knob and boot contribute to the refreshed cabin. With the trunk carpet in excellent condition, this sporty car offers surprisingly ample trunk space.
Engine
Powering the 1981 Datsun 280ZX Deluxe is a spirited 2.8-liter in-line 6-cylinder engine, meticulously rebuilt for optimal performance. The fuel-injected engine boasts new seals, performance cams, rocker arms, tappets, springs, and plugs. Equipped with a new 60mm throttle body, pit-matched intake, alternator, water pump, fuel pump, MSD coil and box, and radiator, the engine promises reliability and efficiency. The 5-speed manual gearbox ensures an engaging driving experience. New hoses, brakes, and a stainless steel muffler further enhance the car's overall performance and longevity. This Datsun 280ZX Deluxe presents a rare opportunity to own a classic Japanese sports car that seamlessly combines heritage and modernity.
The 280ZX represented the evolution of Nissan’s legendary Z-car formula, blending the sporty character of the original 240Z with greater comfort, refinement, and everyday usability. This 1982 Datsun 280ZX GL Coupe shows 76,838 miles and is equipped with the desirable 5-speed manual transmission paired with Nissan’s proven 2.8-liter inline-six engine. Finished in a vibrant orange custom paint job over a beige interior, this coupe stands out from the crowd while retaining the timeless styling that has made the S130-generation Z a favorite among enthusiasts. Combining classic Japanese sports car appeal, rear-wheel-drive dynamics, and a manual gearbox, this 280ZX offers an engaging driving experience that continues to attract collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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 280ZX represented the evolution of Nissan’s legendary Z-car formula, blending the sporty character of the original 240Z with greater comfort, refinement, and everyday usability. This 1982 Datsun 280ZX GL Coupe shows 76,838 miles and is equipped with the desirable 5-speed manual transmission paired with Nissan’s proven 2.8-liter inline-six engine. Finished in a vibrant orange custom paint job over a beige interior, this coupe stands out from the crowd while retaining the timeless styling that has made the S130-generation Z a favorite among enthusiasts. Combining classic Japanese sports car appeal, rear-wheel-drive dynamics, and a manual gearbox, this 280ZX offers an engaging driving experience that continues to attract collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Introduced for the 1970 model year, the Datsun 240Z forever changed the sports car market by delivering European-inspired styling, engaging performance, and impressive reliability at a price that enthusiasts could actually afford. Widely regarded as one of the most important Japanese sports cars ever built, the 240Z helped establish Nissan’s reputation in North America and laid the foundation for generations of Z-cars to follow. This 1972 Datsun 240Z shows approximately 66,059 miles and presents in a timeless White over Red color combination. Enhanced with desirable upgrades including Konig Rewind wheels, 240Z side stripe graphics, an aftermarket front air dam, and a reupholstered interior, this classic Z retains its vintage character while offering tasteful enhancements that complement its iconic design and driving experience.
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.
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