JDM Fairlady 240Z

I apologize for the lack of updates. I have been testing out different blog sites but have come back to this host site due to its ease of use. I have a few updates instore for you guys!

First comes first...

Lookie here… what do we have now, a barn find?

A 1971 Fairlady 240Z-L, VIN # HS30-10052. Nestled in the mountains of Santa Cruz, under a termite infested car port and half rotted car cover. This car has completely fresh floor boards, with minimal surface rust over the body. The worst area is the hatch balcony, which is rotted through… but with minor body work and a fresh engine, this beauty will be on the road once again!

In late 1971 Japan’s emission standards loosened up thus opening up the market for the L24 engine, the power plant for the Datsun 240Z. The Nissan Fairlady 240Z, 240Z-L (luxurious model), and 240ZG (G-nose model) received the sprinty 2.4L motor. The Nissan Fairlady 240Z series is probably one of the most forgotten of the first generation Z-series, because the standard Fairlady Z was available until the late 70’s. The Japanese Market Fairlady 240Z, 240Z-L, and 240ZG were tagged with VIN codes HS30-10000 through roughly HS30-15000, making them one of the rarest Fairlady Z’s available. This particular car was the 52nd Japanese Spec 2.4L powered car to be released from the factory grounds (HS30-10052); the production date is roughly 10/71 (Japanese Fairlady Z’s had no door VIN plates that normally stated the production date).

Enough said, here are some pictures :)

Santa Cruz Mountains, 15 years of sitting.

After: Drop off day :)
Pictured is Mr. Hale, NorCalUFO President and second owner of the Z.

Hope you enjoy the pictures, and there will be more to come :)