Asthetic 240ZG

Recently a friend of mine was interested in purchasing a Nissan 240 ZG.

It is often the forgotten S30, as the 432 and 432R overshadowed it.

"The Japan-only HS30-H Nissan Fairlady ZG was released in Japan in October 1971 to homologate the 240Z for Group 4 racing. Differences between the Fairlady ZG and an export market Datsun 240Z include an extended fiberglass ‘aero-dyna’ nose, wider over-fenders riveted to the body, a rear spoiler, acrylic glass headlight covers and fender mounted rear view mirrors. The Fairlady ZG was available in three colours: Grande Prix Red, Grande Prix White and Grande Prix Maroon. The "G" in Fairlady ZG stands for "Grande." Although the ZG was not sold in the USA and was never sold outside Japan, in order for it to be eligible for competition in the U.S., Nissan sold the nose kit as a dealer's option which is known as the "G-nose". With the nose added, these 240Zs are often referred to as 240ZGs, outside of Japan." - Wikipedia

Here are few beautiful vintage shots a 240ZG in the late 70s.

This beauty awaits its turn on the track. Absolutely stunning.

Another 240ZG going head to head with a old school Mazda RX-3 Rotary.

Say "Hello!" to #11651

After searching for a pristine Z for about a year now, even before I purchased my first Z #5998, I have finally found my new baby. On April 20, 2010 I purchased my second Z, #11651. Similar to #5998, it is also a 1970 car with all Series I goodies.

A few people in the Bay Area may have seen it before, as it was worked on at Z Car Garage a lot a few years back. I am very happy to say that the whole history of the car has been documented; all the way back to the original bill of sale.

On a sad note, my first Z, HLS30-05998 will be up for sale soon.

This car was made to, and will be driven as a more modern Z.

A list of the modications:

L28 Nissan Factory Remanufactured Engine (turbo block/head) - Currently 600 miles
Triple Mikuni 44mm Carburetors w/ K&N Filters
Tokico HP Struts w/Eibach Springs
Pantronix Electronic Distributor
16x7 Panasport Wheels
MSD Ignition
MSA Front/Rear Strut Bar
MSA Front/Rear Sway Bar
ALCO Aluminum Radiator
Motorsport Coated header
Borla Resonator and Stainless Steel Muffler
All gauges were rewired
Energy Poly Urethane Bushings all-around

And I'm discovering more at the moment...

Complete Restoration - 90% All Original Interior/Exterior, with exception to the engine/suspension/brakes.

Without further adue, the pictures:

1970 Datsun 240Z - Series I - HLS30-11651 - 10/70





















Removing the license plate immediately to a CA Historical Vehicle License Plate.

Any comments appreciated!

Fairlady Z432 Two-Knob Rally Clock

Last night I was lingering around Japan's Yahoo Auctions and came upon this sucker. A SUPER rare S30 Two-Knob Rally Clock. I have been looking for one of these since I saw a vendor's in LA last year. When I receive it, I will have it sent to Zclocks.com for refurbishment. Super expensive, but well worth it ;) Unfortunately it is missing the knobs, which I must source...


This clock was standard on the Fairlady Z 432, 240ZG, 240Z-L, Z-L models, and an option on 240Z and Z models in Japan as well as many rally cars up to 1973. It is an EXTREMELY rare optional item you can have for your Z car. It has “stop watch feature”. The inner second counter wheel on the face rotates while the red needle stays still. The extra knob on the clock sets the wheel back to zero. It runs only with an external oscillator shown in the picture above.

Funny 280Z picture!

Just a funny little pic I found on the internet today... thought it was neat.

... and so the journey begins.

This site, in additon to updating the public on the vintage first generation Z car and other pure vintage cars, will document the life of my 1970 Datsun 240Z, purchased on November 1, 2009.

The car was purchased in Glendale, CA from a small car collector. I am the third owner of this beautiful machine. The previous owner had owned it for 3 years, and the original owner had owned it since its purchase in 1971.

The vehicle is titled a 1971 Datsun 240Z, however the car has a production date of June 1970, making it a first year 1970 Z car. Upon purchase of this vehicle, it had very similar qualities to that of a Series II vehicle. The quarter panel had vented Z emblems (Series II car attribute), a non-vented rear inner hatch panel, and missing hatch vents. My 1970 240Z Series I car included, but was not limited to, the following attributes:

- Grills on the rear hatch to ventilate fumes
- Vented rear inner hatch panel
- Tool Bag/Jack in compartments directly behind/below the seats
- Vertical defroster lines on hatch glass
- Vertical (no horizontal) grilled AC/Heater vents on console
- "240Z" emblems on the quarter panels

Because of the missing grills and having "Z" emblems on the quarter panels, I determined the car was in some sort of accident in the past where one of the previous owners had to replace the parts with newer Series II parts. The car was no doubt a 1970, due to the production date and VIN number being extremely low. Also, many of the attributes listed above were on this car. This was very unfortunate, as the originality and specialty of the 1970 was at risk.

Soon after I replaced all the Series II parts with original Series I parts.

Since this blog has been recreated 6 months after the purchase of the vehicle, I will back track and try to cover what I have done to the car.

The car has received the following upgrades since purchase:

- 1981 280ZX Alternator
- Rota RB-R 16x8 Wheels, +6 offset (with 8mm spacer)
- Tokico 5-way Adjustable Springs/Struts
- MSA "Z" logo, steering wheel
- Energy Polyurethane Bushing Set
- Arizona Z Car BBK (Four piston fronts)
- Xenon Front Airdam
- New Hatch Weatherstripping
- Kia Sportage Weatherstripping (AWESOME FITMENT!! Visit DIY on CZC)
- Falken Azenis RT 615 (225/45/17)

The car has also been thoroughly detailed inside and out =)

As of today, I am also looking to purchase a 1972 White Datsun 240Z.

Any information please e-mail me!