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1981 Datsun 280ZX

Removable T-Top Roof Panels | 5-Speed Manual Transmission  | Repainted In Original Silver Color

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Builder:
280ZX
VIN:
JN1HZ04S1BX403809
Lot Number:
250332185
Odometer:
155,036
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.8L I6
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Silver
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Suffield
Connecticut
  • 1981 Datsun 280ZX Deluxe
  • 2.8L I6
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Silver Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • Bosch L-Jetronic Fuel Injection
  • Repainted In Original Silver Color
  • Front Independent Macpherson Strut Suspension System
  • Rear Independent Semi-Trailing Arm Suspension System
  • Front Disc Brakes & Rear Drum Brakes
  • Removable T-Top Roof Panels
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Background Story of this 1981 Datsun 280ZX

Overview of 1981 Datsun 280ZX For Sale by Owner

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.

Exterior and Interior

The classic ‘Z’ will always have a special place in collectors' hearts and even turn heads for those who don't know what it is. To maintain its original appeal, the current owner reports that this 1981 Datsun 280ZX features a silver exterior, that has been repainted to match its original color. A quick walk around reveals the cars factory wheels in place. The right balance of all the trim makes for a classic that's highly sought after - that's exactly what this 1981 Nissan 280ZX sets out to do. The factory T- top makes for driving memories unmatched, step in and the same follows, you have a lovely analog black interior cabin that's factory fresh ready to take your drive experience up a notch.

Engine

The uber cool ’80s styling is not alone in giving you a drive experience that turns heads, pop open the hood of this 1981 Datsun 280ZX and the 2.8L inline six motor is capable of a good time and is backed up by massive aftermarket support in case you want subtle or high performance gains. The current owner reports Bosch L Jetronic fuel injection in place for smooth delivery of performance. Speaking of smooth performance, reported in place is a front independent MacPherson strut suspension system, rear independent semi-trailing arm suspension system and disc brakes up front for better braking performance. In terms of power delivery, this Japanese classic channels all its performance to its rear wheels through a 5 speed manual transmission giving you more control of your drive experience.

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1982 Datsun 280ZX

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$9,500
SOLD

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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1981 Datsun 280ZX

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$9,900
SOLD

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.

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1982 Datsun 280ZX GL

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$18,500
SOLD

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.

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1982 Datsun 280ZX

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$9,500

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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1972 Datsun 240Z

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$29,900

There are machines that pave the way for a company. The ever lasting impression they create makes waves in the automotive scene and ensures their respective manufacturers move forward. Turn back the clock to the 60s and 70s and Datsun was on a roll with their offerings and the king of them all was the legendary Z cars. Present today is a true Japanese automotive icon and takes shape with this 1972 Datsun 240Z. With a reported 122,000 miles on its clock, this truly is a rare specimen that is in its original form and features a full restoration with documentation and photos available.

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1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$17,499

The R129-generation 300SL marked Mercedes-Benz’s modern reinvention of the SL as a safety-focused, high-speed grand tourer rather than a raw sports car. Engineered with exceptional structural rigidity and advanced safety systems for its time, it delivered a refined open-top driving experience that emphasized comfort, stability, and long-distance usability. With over 62,000 miles, this example reflects regular use consistent with the model’s intended purpose as a capable touring roadster, while the naturally aspirated M103 inline-six continues to provide smooth, linear power delivery suited to relaxed yet confident cruising.

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1987 BMW 635CSi

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$24,999

Traditionally, the BMW 6-Series was the Bavarian automaker’s finest luxury two-door model before the flagship 7-Series full-size luxury sedan. That all changed in the 1990s when the 8-Series came to be, but even now, you can buy a 6-Series grand tourer. So let’s check out a fine example of the first generation, that ran between 1976 and 1989. This 1987 BMW 635CSi is up for sale in Davenport, Florida, and if you want to know how great it is to drive, consider its 179,000 mile odometer reading a true testament to its excellence. Don’t worry if it seems a little leggy by number; these BMWs are built solidly, and with requisite maintenance, can keep going. And it just takes one look at our photos so see that this car has received some pretty good care.

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1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Restomod LS3

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$199,992

This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a comprehensively engineered restomod that blends the iconic design of the final-year C2 with modern chassis, drivetrain, and comfort upgrades. Widely regarded as the most refined and desirable year of the midyear Corvette, the 1967 model represents the pinnacle of the C2 platform. This example has been extensively rebuilt and has accumulated approximately 800 miles since completion, offering a carefully sorted driving experience that combines classic open-top motoring with contemporary performance, reliability, and structural rigidity.

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