1979 Datsun 280ZX review from North America
"This is a good, reliable car in any of it's forms"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car has only had the type of problems you would expect from a car 17 to 22 years old. Standard wear items were the only items that need to be replaced. Items such as struts, mufflers, brakes and tires. The engine and transmission have performed at a nearly flawless level. With regular maintanance I have driven this car all, but 1 week since I have owned it. The problem was old wiring going to fuel injectors.
General comments?
How many other cars models have so many that are still on the road? Where can you find another car with four wheel disc brakes at these prices? You can't!
The Z series of sports cars have an excellent reputation throughout the automotive community. This reputation is well deserved. If you spend $2,500 on any model of 280zx or 280zx Turbo you are sure to get a reliable car. But before you buy one have it checked out by a reliable source. There are no Z lemons, but they are getting old and some have been abused.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 normally aspirated Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 154000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 230000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 13th July, 2002 |