1970 Datsun 240Z review from North America
"A fun, affordable mini-muscle car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Body metal is thin, and dents very easily. It also rusts very readily.
Steering is heavy at low speeds. This is not a car for drinking coffee while driving.
The "flow-through" ventilation system sucks exhaust into the car. I have to run the fan to keep a positive pressure in the car. This was largely corrected on later models.
General comments?
This is a quick, light car in the tradition of old British sports cars, but far, far more reliable.
Old Z-cars are not for timid drivers. They love to be driven hard, and need a bit of a lead foot to really handle well. No coasting around corners.
Old 240-Zs are not "chick-magnets". I don't know why, but if you want to attract the girls, get a mustang.
For the relatively low price these cars fetch, they are hard to beat.
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| Best investment I've ever made |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Inline 6 cylinder. Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 21st October, 2003 |