This Datsun 280ZX got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1979 Datsun 280ZX is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission and was purchased by the seller in 2019. The exterior features a Slate Gray gloss wrap, and the interior is trimmed in black. Work performed under current ownership is said to have included the installation of replacement fuel injectors, spark plugs and wires, and a starter motor. This S130 is now offered with a service manual, service records, and a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

The exterior is wrapped in glass Slate Gray vinyl, and pictures of the paintwork underneath can be viewed in the gallery below. Exterior equipment includes aftermarket headlight housings, H4 headlights, rear window louvers, and an MSA Victory decklid spoiler with the Fairlady Z logo.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

16” Konig Rewind wheels are finished in Graphite Gray with a polished lip and wear Kumho Ecsta PS31 tires measuring 205/50 at the front and 225/50 at the rear. According to the seller, the tires were mounted in December 2019.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

The interior is trimmed in black and features bucket seats upholstered in vinyl with cloth inserts. Equipment includes roll-up windows, a Kenwood CD stereo, and air conditioning. A tear is noted on the driver’s seat.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

The two-spoke steering wheel fronts factory instrumentation including a 130-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and gauges for fuel level and water temperature. The dashboard houses an analog clock, along with auxiliary gauges for oil pressure and voltage. The five-digit odometer shows 62k miles, and true mileage is unknown.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

The 2.8-liter L28E inline-six features L-Jetronic fuel injection and drives the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. Work performed since December 2019 is said to have included an oil change and a clutch fluid flush, along with the installation of a replacement clutch slave cylinder, fuel injectors and connectors, spark plugs and wires, a fuel filter, and a MagnaFlow muffler with a chrome tip.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

Additional underside photos can be viewed in the gallery below.

1979 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed

The sale includes service records and a service manual.

A video of the exhaust note at idle is provided above, and a driving video can be viewed below. An additional driving video can be viewed here.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $5,600 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended February 27, 2020 at 3:00PM PT
Bids 4
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Seller: angelogp
Listing Details
  • Chassis: HS130126303
  • 62k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 2.8-Liter Inline-Six
  • Five-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Slate Gray Wrap
  • 16" Konig Rewind Wheels
  • MagnaFlow Muffler
  • Recent Service
  • Service Records
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #28461