1972 Datsun 240Z Coupe 1972 Datsun 240Z

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1972 Datsun 240Z
Vehicle Information
VIN:
HLS3059090
Stock:
210300322C
Mileage:
72,442
Color:
New Sight Orange exterior
Trans:
Five-speed manual
Engine:
L24 2.4L OHC inline six-cyl
Title:
Clear
Interior:
Black
Description
1972 Datsun 240Z
• The first of the Z-cars as Datsun’s “halo” car
• Finished in New Sight Orange exterior (code 918) and black vinyl interior
• Numbers matching L24 2.4L OHC inline six-cylinder engine with twin SU carburetors
• Upgraded Mishimoto radiator and Mallory ignition system
• Five-speed manual transmission
• Rack-and-pinion steering, front disc and rear drum brakes and fully independent suspension
• Optional rear defroster
• Original OEM Datsun D wheel covers included
• Documentation includes original owner’s manual
Seeking to broaden its lineup and expand its sales, Datsun introduced the 240Z coupe as its halo car in October 1969. Its mission was to draw customers into showrooms, even if they left instead with the company’s most entry level vehicle. This 1972 240Z is a Series II model and is finished in one of the most sought after colors in a Datsun 240Z, New Sight Orange!
What could a Japanese automaker possibly know about building a proper GT car? It was a fair question in the 1960s, when the British, Germans, and Italians controlled the sports-car market, and the Japanese, with a few notable exceptions, built economy compacts. But on October 22, 1969, Datsun unleashed the 240Z: a smooth straight-six with dual carbs and 150 hp, a four-speed manual, four-wheel independent suspension, a curb weight around 2350 pounds, and seductive styling that would have made it attractive at any price.
Made in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, Japan in December 1971, this Z-car is finished in New Sight Orange (code 918). Its paint and trim are in overall very good order. The body is straight and the battery appears clean, the engine bay is tidy, the cargo area is clean and looks good.
This Z-car rolls on a set of radials and all are size 195/70R14. Each radial is mounted on an Nissan JDM alloy wheel. The original and hard to find D wheel covers and assorted other parts are included. The tires are in very good order but the wheels on the car are in good, original order. There is an independent front suspension with MacPherson struts, lower transverse and drag links, coil springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar while out back are Chapman struts, lower wishbones, coil springs and telescopic dampers.
Beneath its front-hinged hood is the numbers matching 2.4L OHC straight six-cylinder engine with twin SU carburetors, a upgraded Mishimoto radiator and a Mallory ignition system. As its dance partner is a five-speed manual transmission from a later Datsun 280Z. Driver convenience features include a rack-and-pinion steering, front disc and rear drum brakes plus a rear defroster.
Inside, the black vinyl interior contrasts nicely with the exterior hue. The bucket seats are in great shape while the matching carpet and headliner are in good, original order. The three-spoke steering wheel imitates those from Europe well. The inner door liners and instrument panel are in good, original shape. The shifter is in excellent order and a retro Pioneer AM/FM stereo resides within the dashboard.
The 1970 240Z was introduced to the American market by Yutaka Katayama, president of Nissan Motors USA operations, widely known as “Mister K.” The early cars from 1969 to mid-1971 had some subtle differences compared to late-71 to 1973 cars. The most visible difference is the early cars had a chrome 240Z badge on the sail pillar and two horizontal vents in the rear hatch below the glass molding providing flow through ventilation.
In mid-1971, there were production changes, including exterior and interior colors, was restyling of the sail pillar emblems were with just the letter Z placed in a circular vented emblem and the vents were eliminated from the hatch panel of the car, due to complains of exhaust being circulated into the car. Design changes for the US model 240Z occurred throughout production but were not reflected in the JDM Fairlady, including interior modifications for the 1972 model year and a change in the location of the bumper over-riders, as well as the addition of some emission control devices and the adoption of a new style of emissions reducing carburetors for the 1973 model year.
Seeking to compete head-to-head with established European sports cars, Datsun priced the new 240Z within 0 of the British MGB-GT in the United States, a five-year-old design that showed its age. The 240Z’s sleek styling, modern engineering, relatively low price and impressive performance struck a major chord with the public. Positive response from both buyers and the motoring press was immediate and dealers soon had long waiting lists for the “Z.”
As a “halo” car, the 240Z broadened the acceptance of Japanese carmakers beyond their econobox image. Datsun's growing dealer network compared to limited production imported sports cars manufactured by Jaguar, BMW, Porsche, Alfa Romeo and Fiat ensured both easy purchase and ready maintenance.
Documentation includes original owner’s manual.
Competition to this Datsun in 1972 included Chevrolet’s Corvette, MG’s MGB-GT, Opel’s GT and Porsche’s 914/6.
If you ever wanted one of the original Z cars, or if you hanker after another one like the one you had in college or as your first new car, stop by MotoeXotica Classic Cars today to check out this New Sight ’72 Z machine.
VIN: HLS30-59090
EIN: L24-075218
This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 72,442 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt Missouri title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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1972 Datsun 240Z   • The first of the Z-cars as Datsun’s “halo” car  • Finished in New Sight Orange exterior (code 918) and black vinyl interior   • Numbers matching L24 2.4L OHC inline six-cylinder engine with twin SU carburetors   • Upgraded Mishimoto radiator and Mallory ignition system   • Five-speed manual transmission   • Rack-and-pinion steering, front disc and rear drum brakes and fully independent suspension   • Optional rear defroster   • Original OEM Datsun D wheel covers included   • Documentation includes