1970 datsun 240z Series 1

1970 Datsun Z-Series

For Sale: 1970 Datsun 240Z Series 1 – Early VIN, Rare Color Combo, Fully Restored

Step into the origins of Japanese performance with this early-production 1970 Datsun 240Z — a true Series 1 example that captures the raw, analog spirit of the original Z car. Finished in its factory white over rare blue vinyl interior, this Z isn't just a collector piece — it's a rolling piece of sports car history.

History & Provenance: Originally sold new at Pacific Nissan in Honolulu, Hawaii, this 240Z later resided in Florida before being brought to New York, where it was acquired by the current owner in August 2017. With ownership documentation dating back to new, it has a clear and traceable lineage — a rare find among early Zs.

Desirable Series 1 Features:

• No “Datsun” script on front fenders — only "240Z" badging

• Vertical rear defroster lines

• Vented hatch

• Early “dogleg” 4-speed manual shift pattern

• Crack-free original dashboard with fully functional gauges

• Factory 14″ date-coded steel wheels with ultra-rare Datsun hubcaps

• Blue vinyl interior — widely considered the rarest color combination

Mechanical Highlights:

• Numbers-matching 2.4L L24 inline-six

• Twin SU carburetors, factory-rated at 151 hp @ 5,600 RPM and 146 lb-ft @ 4,400 RPM

• Engine professionally rebuilt, including:

  • Rebuilt oil pump and carburetors

  • Cleaned and painted fuel tank

  • Radiator flushed

  • New water pump, radiator fan, rubber hoses

  • Replated underhood hardware for factory-correct presentation

Suspension & Handling:

• Fully overhauled suspension:

  • New shocks

  • Ball joints

  • Tie rod ends

  • Polyurethane bushings

• The car rides tight and precise — exactly how a Z should feel

Interior: The cabin features blue vinyl bucket seats, matching door panels, black carpeting, and diamond-stitched blue vinyl on the center tunnel and rear strut towers — a period-correct, striking look that perfectly complements the car’s heritage.

Why This Z Matters: Early Series 1 240Zs are the most collectible and purest expressions of the model — lightweight, nimble, and driver-focused. With rising interest in vintage Japanese sports cars, this restored, numbers-matching example with a rare color combination represents a prime opportunity to own a true appreciating classic.

Quick Highlights:

• Early VIN Series 1 car

• Numbers-matching drivetrain

• Rare white over blue color combo

• Fully documented ownership history

• Professionally rebuilt engine and restored mechanicals

• Drives and presents like new

Whether you’re a seasoned Z enthusiast or a collector looking for a truly significant example, this car delivers in every way — iconic looks, honest performance, and top-tier collectibility.

• Make: Datsun
• Model: Z-Series
• Type: Coupe
• Doors: 2
• Year: 1970
• Mileage: 62500
• VIN: HLS30-003862
• Color: White
• Engine size: 2400cc inline 6
• Number of cylinders: 6
• Fuel: Gasoline
• Transmission: Manual
• Interior color: Blue
• Vehicle Title: Clean
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