1981 Datsun 280ZX Turbo review from North America
"Spectacular car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Value on the turbo acts up when the car is not warmed up. Otherwise all I've had to replace is the front passenger running light and the windshield wipers.
General comments?
I love this car. Even though it's an automatic, it still has more pick-up and go than most cars on the road. I don't really race it, I just get to the speed limit at a fast and comfortable pace. All I've had to do is have the fuel injection cleaned out.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1996 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 124000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 1251650 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Van |
| Date of Entry | 29th December, 2000 |

