LayneGXE Posted April 20, 2012 Share Posted April 20, 2012 Hey guys, looking at a 280zx for sale, and just wondering if you guys knew anything about them? Want to know whether i'll have this car in the garage a lot more than on the road? Recommend it for a first car? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex182 Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 it's mostly a case-by-case basis. depending on how good condition the specific car is. have a read of this, things to check for when inspecting an old z http://www.zdriver.com/forum/240z-280zxt-s30-s130-tech-tips-275/280zx-common-problems-checklist-purchase-inspection-16386/ as well as the usual rust inspection for old cars Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted April 21, 2012 Author Share Posted April 21, 2012 Thanks for the link, i think i've read that somewhere, would you say a R31 (with 100k Kms) would be better? They're the same price. The Zx looks to be in good condition (completely un-modified with OEM wheels and radio still on) and apparently no rust. I may check it out today, but i've been told by some that it's bullet-proof and others that it's only good for a project Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324191 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad082 Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 what are you wanting out of the car? what are you planning on using it for? how much are they wanting for it? if it's going to be a daily driver and you simply want it for getting from A to B then there are probably better choices out there, unless it's dirt cheap. but if it's dirt cheap then you have to ask why it's dirt cheap. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324375 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted April 21, 2012 Author Share Posted April 21, 2012 Well it's 2.5k, looks as though he has another one, yeah i want it to be a A-B car with some fun on the side. I was wondering why its so cheap considering the money the guy has poured into it. This thread isn't needed anymore however, have decided to just go with an R31, will be more reliable and suited to me than the 280 will be (Until the future). Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324421 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 link to 280z? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted April 21, 2012 Author Share Posted April 21, 2012 http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/lalor/cars/cheap-datsun-280zx-for-swap-or-trade/1001061402 Sure there you go Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 cheers Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324443 Share on other sites More sharing options...
xALmoN Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 SHIETTTT I WANT IT. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324663 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 me too, but I have a Supra to rebuild Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6324895 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted April 22, 2012 Author Share Posted April 22, 2012 Feel free to get it! Just got a R31 today Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6326128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
xALmoN Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 no rego. unknown amount of work to get rwc. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6326313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 Yup, he did give me an estimate to the amount of work, and that is very cheap for a 280zx these days. However i bought an R31 so no longer looking Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6328697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR-N1 Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 I think the R31 is quite a deal lighter than the 280ZX isn't it? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6343718 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zebra Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 Tez What are you doing up at such an hour? Just get back from the cross? Lol Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6343770 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayneGXE Posted May 5, 2012 Author Share Posted May 5, 2012 I think the R31 is quite a deal lighter than the 280ZX isn't it? Wasn't exactly aiming at performance, as you shouldn't when looking for a first car, you'll be only let down. But, however, disappointment is one thing i have not felt with the 31. Amazing car!! Reliable, Agile, Fast enough for me and very comfy. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6344071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rb26zed Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 I think the R31 is quite a deal lighter than the 280ZX isn't it? No, pretty close to being exactly the same, around 1360kg. 2 seater 280zx is lighter than 4 seater and '31, around 1280kg. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/398235-280zx-reliability/#findComment-6423316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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