1973 Datsun 240Z 'VQ35DE Swap'

Listed for $24,000Sold

The Build

1973 Datsun 240Z 'VQ35DE Swap'

With a much more capable drivetrain from a 350Z wrapped in a lightweight iconic shell, this 240Z offers the best of both worlds while keeping it in the family. Both the engine and the 6-speed transmission have been shoehorned into the chassis, with custom subframes fabricated for each. Not just a motor build, it has seen a significant amount of work around the suspension and brakes including larger Wilwood brakes and Koni dampers to make this a well-rounded performer. This looks like a really fun driver and we would love to give it a go in some of the best canyons we know about.

Autocross video

Mileage:90,000
Title:Clean
Engine:3.5L V6
Trans:6-Speed Manual
Exterior:Blue
Interior:Cream / Black
VIN:HLS30125752
Type:Private Party
Location:Encinitas, CA

Modifications

•3.5L VQ35DE V6 Engine (Nissan 350Z)
•CD008 6-Speed Manual Transmission (Nissan 350Z)
•Custom Engine Subframe
•Z1 Motorsports Billet/Poly Engine Mounts
•Custom Transmission Subframe
• Z1 Motorsports Billet/Poly Transmission Mount
•Deatschwerks DW250il Fuel Pump
•Custom Fuel Surge Tank
•Custom AN Fuel Lines
•Carter Surge Tank Lift Fuel Pump
•Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator
•Flex-a-Lite 2500 CFM Fan
•Braille B2015 Battery
•Custom Oil Cooler
•Kinetix Upper Plenum
•UpRev Software And Street Tuning
•Griffin Radiator
•Custom Radiator Shroud
•Custom 2.5” MagnaFlow Exhaust With 2 5x8 Mufflers
•Z-Speed Stage 2 Clutch And Forged Flywheel
•Z31 300zx Turbo Clutch-Type LSD
•Koni Sport Dampers
•Ground Control Coilover Sleeves
•T3 Rear Eccentric Bushings
•T3 Front Camber Plates
•T3 / Custom Triangulation Braces
•Techno Toy Tuning (T3) Ultimate Steering Rack
•MSA Roll Center Adjusters
•T3 Aluminum Tie Rods
•Energy Polyurethane Bushings
•FutoFab Tension Rods
•Skillard Tow Hooks
•Eibach Springs
•Wilwood 4 Piston Front/rear Calipers
•Wilwood Performance Brake Pads
•Stainless Steel Brake Lines
•Custom Built-in Roll Bar
•52mm Speedhut Fuel Level Gauge
•52mm AEM Wideband AFR Gauge
•2 5/8” Speedhut Oil Temp Gauge
•2 5/8” Speedhut Water Temp Gauge
•2 5/8” Speedhut Oil Pressure Gauge
•2 5/8” Speedhut Fuel Pressure Gauge
•4” Speedhut Revolution Tachometer
•4” Speedhut Revolution GPS Speedo
•OMP Corsica Superleggero Steering Wheel
•Skillard Heel Plates
•RingBrothers Billet Shift Knob
•OE Bumpers Removed
•Skillard Front Bumper Delete Plates
•MSA Type 2 Front Air Dam
•Clear Turn Signals/Side Markers
•Z432 Replica Rear Spoiler
•MSA Headlight Covers
•Aerocatch Flush-mount Hood Pins
•15x7 Hayashi Racing 503 Wheels (Refinished)
•225/50/15 Bridgestone Potenza RE71-RS Tires

Recent Maintenance

•Major Engine Maintenance (2019)
•Timing Chain Tensioners / Guides
•Revup Connecting Rod Bolts
•Oil Galley Gasket
•Engine Oil Change
•Reupholstered Sun Visors

Known Flaws

•Common rust issues with lower driver door, rear hatch jamb, battery tray
•Rock chips, paint scratches, dents, blemishes
•Fuel sending unit a bit wonky so gas gauge moves around a bit but works
•Clunk from rear suspension on certain bumps due to aftermarket eccentric bushing
•Some of the interior panels are beat up or cracked

Seller notes

•Pictures available of the original owner with the car, the original bill of sale, many original warranty and other pamphlets, service records from the 1970's - 1990's.
•I'm the 3rd owner and the car has been in California it's whole life.

SoldListed for $24,000