1972 Datsun 240Z Coupe

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Massive Investment: Over $60,000 invested in a ground-up, long-term build (same owner since 2011).
• Five-Figure Paint Job 14 Years Ago! - Finished in a jaw-dropping, custom $10,000 Candy Apple Red finish.
• Upgraded & Rebuilt Heart: 2.8L Nissan inline-6 from a 280Z, fully rebuilt and bored .040 over with dual Weber carbs.
• Modern Gearbox: Swapped to a desirable 5-speed manual transmission (upgraded from the factory 4-speed).
• Premium Footwork: Staggered 17-inch custom 2-piece CCW wheels on adjustable coil-over suspension.
• Stopping Power: Upgraded to power 4-wheel disc brakes for modern performance.
• Creature Comforts: Features ice-cold working Air Conditioning and a modern stereo system. 

BODY OVERVIEW:
This is the absolute crown jewel of our showroom floor. This 240Z features a laser-straight body that displays a decade of meticulous care. Prior to paint, custom metal fender flares were seamlessly integrated into the body to give the car an aggressive, wide-body "Outlaw" stance. Complemented by new door handles, slim chrome bumpers, a raised cowl hood, and JDM-style Fairlady headlight lens trim, this Z commands the room wherever it sits.

PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:
The exterior is finished in a deep, show-stopping custom shade of Candy Apple Red. Painted in 2012 at a cost of over $10,000, the finish features an incredible metallic depth that absolutely glimmers and shifts under direct sunlight. While there are a few minor, age-appropriate imperfections from being driven and enjoyed over the last decade, it remains a true jaw-dropper that stops traffic. 

INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:
The cockpit has been completely reimagined to match the exterior's premium street-machine vibe. The factory bucket seats and door panels are wrapped in a custom carbon-fiber patterned material featuring contrasting red stitching. The dash and gauges have been beautifully refinished, the interior lighting upgraded to crisp LEDs, and a stunning woodgrain steering wheel with a Z-logo horn button anchors the driver's view. Modern additions include upgraded climate controls, a hidden battery disconnect switch, MOMO pedal covers, and an aftermarket audio system.

MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:
Under the cowl hood lies a masterpiece of vintage Japanese tuning. The 2.8L inline-six was fully rebuilt and bored .040 over before installation, breathing through dual Weber carburetors and a powder-coated header system. It is supported by an aluminum radiator, dual electric cooling fans, a polished Nissan valve cover, and custom machined reservoir caps. Power transfers through an upgraded 5-speed manual transmission, while front and rear strut tower braces combined with 4-corner adjustable coil-overs give this Z razor-sharp handling. Best of all, the aftermarket air conditioning blows ice-cold.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• The $60,000 Math: You couldn't even come close to replicating a build of this caliber for our asking price today.
• Turn-Key Performance: Rebuilt, bored engine combined with a 5-speed swap makes this a blast on back roads.
• High-End Components: Genuine CCW 2-piece wheels and full power disc brakes represent thousands in top-tier hardware.
• Summer Friendly: A modified vintage import with actually functioning, cold A/C is a rare luxury. 

WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR:
• Zero Purist Appeal: Modified from top to bottom; this car was built to hunt down modern sports cars, not factory-original trophies.
• Aggressive Soundtrack: The performance exhaust system delivers an intoxication but undeniably loud, straight-six under acceleration.

DOES IT NEED ANYTHING?
• The factory temperature gauge and horn are currently inoperative
• The center console is not restored like the rest of the interior so a buyer might choose to refinish the console. 

WHAT BUYER IS LOOKING FOR THIS CAR?
This Datsun is built for the restomod enthusiast who wants a high-dollar, fully sorted "Outlaw" S30 without the multi-year headache of building one from scratch. If you appreciate premium paint, high-end wheels, custom fabrication, and a big-block-eating inline-six soundtrack, this showroom-ready Z is your turn-key ticket to cars and coffee dominance.

Contact Rare Rides Company at 980-306-8100 or info@rarerides.com for more information

Rare Rides Company does not collect tax, tag or title fees.

Title Status: CLEAN

DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning YES
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Odometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge/Light YES
Temperature Gauge/Light NO
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer YES
Wipers YES
Windows YES
Horn NO
Radio YES
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights YES
Turn Signals YES 
Emergency Brake YES
4x4/AWD N/A
Tire Condition: High tread, 2022 date
Keys – Ignition YES, Door YES, Trunk YES
Seatbelts Front: YES Rear: N/A
Runs & Drives YES