[David]

I loved my '78 280Z. It's been over 20 years since I had mine. Back then parts were readily available. I put an '83 5-speed and rear end in mine that I picked up cheap a Pick a Part yard. Not sure what availability of parts is these days.

Rust can be very bad on these. Look everywhere for it! Of course this means engines and transmissions should be more available.

They are pretty flexible cars. I was very surprised how much stiffer a same year 911 is.