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Vipergrün 02-12-2015 07:42 AM

Went for the "Z"
 
Recently did a couple of posts about cars, including RX7's, 240Z's, yellow Boxster, etc.

In the end, I found a super clean, rust free 1971 series 1 240Z. I paid a bit more than I budgeted, but came from a reputable local seller with a good history.

Can't wait to start tinkering!

I was really inspired by what this guy has done, but won't go this extreme. Love the sound!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EO2y_-vpolA

Thanks for the input and suggestions in the other threads!



-Bradhttp://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1423759371.jpg

Mark Wilson 02-12-2015 07:52 AM

Congrats - love it

herr_oberst 02-12-2015 07:56 AM

You did well! That's a sharp looker.

(The wheelwells will benefit from some sidewall, but you already know that!)

t-tom 02-12-2015 08:16 AM

Welcome to the Z car club! That's a nice looking Z. If you ever have any questions feel free to ask. I have a pretty good parts stash as well.

Vipergrün 02-12-2015 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by t-tom (Post 8483649)
Welcome to the Z car club! That's a nice looking Z. If you ever have any questions feel free to ask. I have a pretty good parts stash as well.

Awesome! Thanks. I should have the car Saturday and will reach out once I have a better feel for what it may need. I know I need a wood shift knob, but those are $$.

crustychief 02-12-2015 08:52 AM

Nice car!! I had a green one with white script on the sill, My GF at the time asked why the car had 24 ounce on the side.

Rusty914s 02-12-2015 08:55 AM

that's beautiful, enjoy.

ckelly78z 02-12-2015 09:04 AM

Man, i've had so many of those, and my favorite was a pristine bright blue 71 240Z. The only reason I started with Porsches, is that finding a rust free -Z- is like winning the lottery. NICE RIDE !

scottmandue 02-12-2015 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipergrün (Post 8483661)
Awesome! Thanks. I should have the car Saturday and will reach out once I have a better feel for what it may need. I know I need a wood shift knob, but those are $$.

I am VERY jealous! nice ride... there is a guy on PPOT that makes wood shift knobs, just sayin. ;)

Vipergrün 02-12-2015 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by scottmandue (Post 8483780)
I am VERY jealous! nice ride... there is a guy on PPOT that makes wood shift knobs, just sayin. ;)

Ooooo, right, the 917 style. Dave, right? Need to search....

A bit more on the Z. Unfortunately, it's not a full matching numbers car and has a later L28 motor. It drives well and is fairly fast. The stock SU carbs probably need an overhaul, but I score a deal on a set of triple webers. I may drop in another cam and will be adding headers and a different exhaust for sure. Interior is really clean as well. More pics to come!

onewhippedpuppy 02-12-2015 09:44 AM

Nice. I love those cars.

David 02-12-2015 10:00 AM

Before I got my 1st Porsche, I drove a '78 280Z for many years. I had a lot of fun with it and spent way too much time and money on it. Kind of like on my 930 :)

Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures of it before I sold it, but here's one of it with most of the work done.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1423767540.jpg

john70t 02-12-2015 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipergrün (Post 8483816)
The stock SU carbs probably need an overhaul

You might need one of these babys: 1971 Porsche 911 T Coupe/Targa - Tools - Page 12

Vipergrün 02-12-2015 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by john70t (Post 8483882)
You might need one of these babys: 1971 Porsche 911 T Coupe/Targa - Tools - Page 12

Yeah, I'll be getting a synchrometer and tool kit with the triple webers. I'll mess with the SU's before I take them off, though...

Rusty Heap 02-12-2015 10:10 AM

saw this at a local country supermarket parking lot.

nasty little Z car. pure nasty.

was impressed enough to shoot a bunch of still photos, a bit of video for the growl from side pipes, and even edit it down to a short video as seen here.


I should of asked for a ride.

https://vimeo.com/106936951

RANDY P 02-12-2015 10:11 AM

There must be something in the electrons around here because I find myself plotting one of these, soon:

http://cdn.speedhunters.com/wp-conte...ed1_utjX_1.jpg

Pelican parts Z car forums HA!

rjp

DonDavis 02-12-2015 10:59 AM

Congrats! I had a 260Z, type A.

But only one pic? C'mon man. Talk about teasing people...

pavulon 02-12-2015 11:10 AM

Nice car!! That video seems to be good inspiration. Let the (tasteful) modifications begin!!

70SATMan 02-12-2015 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RANDY P (Post 8483898)
There must be something in the electrons around here because I find myself plotting one of these, soon:

http://cdn.speedhunters.com/wp-conte...ed1_utjX_1.jpg

Pelican parts Z car forums HA!

rjp

The only 300Z that I have ever liked!

Nice series 1 Viper! I still miss my Z cars.

Dueller 02-12-2015 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipergrün (Post 8483661)
Awesome! Thanks. I should have the car Saturday and will reach out once I have a better feel for what it may need. I know I need a wood shift knob, but those are $$.

Hey Brad....I think I have a factory original wooden shift knob out of one of my old 240z race cars. If I can find it it's yours. If you're serious.

Jim


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