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Year: 1973
Make: Datsun
Model: 240Z
Registration: PGX 240L
Chassis No: HS3001399
Engine No: L24160775
Odometer: 73,644

• Restored by Nissan
• Complete engine rebuild and in superb condition
• Comprehensive history file with large volume of invoices

The first exports of Datsun's 240Z or Fairlady left Japan in 1969 and the primary market was Stateside although the inspiration for the GT coupe came far closer to the Black Country. Yutaka Katayama (Mr K) was a Nissan Executive primarily responsible for setting up the company's American operation and would carry the title 'Father of the Z'.British roadsters of the 60s would influence the 240Z being much admired by Mr K, some even referenced the 'poor man's E-Type' but that would be doing the Datsun an injustice and with import duties at the time the 240Z wasn't such a financial gain when compared to Jaguar's finest. His enthusiasm for sportscars and motorsport steered the brand to creating a GT that would clean up in SCCA racing during the early 70s and that translated to huge sales success in the States. The coupe would certainly prove popular with Datsun dealers in the UK even if numbers imported were a fraction of those landing across the Atlantic. Certainly, quick in its day and still no slouch 55 years later, reliable with predictable handling the Series I cars would only run until 1973 but are considered the collector's choice.

One of the last UK examples registered (by Fulton Motors Hammersmith) PGX 240L had already enjoyed long term ownership in Twickenham prior to finding its way to Nissan West London in Hanwell during the late 90s. Internal trade invoices to the tune of £20,000 confirm a full restoration including total strip (dewax/underseal) and shell bead blasting, repairs and repaint without much care to cost. A complete engine rebuild with a specialist engineering company carrying out cylinder head upgrades including valve work and high lift camshaft. Triple 45 Dcoe Webber carbs replaced the twin SU's and crossflow exhaust to improve output. Trimmed with fresh seat covers, carpets and headlining the restoration was completed with an MoT test certificate from May 2001 at 72,098 miles. It would continue with minimal use and was almost certainly displayed and enjoyed within Nissan dealer circles, at least one proprietor would house the 240Z in their collection prior to an online auction in 2022. In December 2023 specialists LCA in Hampshire replaced aging fuel and carried out a fuel carb rebuild and a full service with valve adjustments and ignition system. Upgraded BC Racing coilover suspension plus brake calipers with fluid changed and thorough clean with Waxoyl treatment to the underside was completed the following March at 73,219. A set off Rota matt black rims with Toyo tyres were fitted prior to the current custodian who became just the second registered owner in early 2024. In December 2025 at 73,262 Country Classic Cars replaced both rear wheel cylinders and shoes then corrected a fuelling issue with new pump plus carb jets. It would return for its most recent improvements in March of this year including a new alternator plus the fabrication and fitting of a bespoke stainless exhaust from manifold downpipe to rear silencer.

Visually this 240Z is hard to fault, retaining the finish applied over 20 years ago with arrow straight panel lines and exact gaps whilst the deep blue complements the 'fastback' style much more in the real world than can be captured through a lens. Brightwork is superb, engine bay presents well and the wheel rims are unmarked. The interior is to 1973 showroom level, with minimal wear to seats, carpets and trim. The lack of miles travelled is only to the next custodian's benefit. Recent tune and rolling road confirm, this Datsun is in full heath and is ready to please. Consigned by James Good

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Merk: Datsun
Modelserie: Z Series
Model: 240 Z
Code fabrikant: S30
Eerste registratie: Niet voorzien
Bouwjaar: 1973
Kilometerstand: 73.644 mi
Carrosserienummer: Niet voorzien
Motornummer: Niet voorzien
Transmissienummer: Niet voorzien
Aantal eigenaren: Niet voorzien

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Carrosserie detail: Coupé (Coupe)
Vermogen (kW/pk): 111/151
Cilinderinhoud (cm³): 2393
Cilinders: 6
Deuren: 2
Stuur: Not specified
Versnellingsbak: Manueel
Versnellingen: Niet voorzien
Transmissie: Achterkant
Remmen voor: Schijf
Remmen achter: Trommel
Brandstof: Benzine

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Kleur: Anders
Kleurbeschrijving van fabrikant: -

Interieurkleur: Anders
Interieur materiaal: Anders

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1973 | Datsun 240 Z

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