25th Feb 2007, 22:38
I have always wanted a 280ZX from the time they were new. Finely got a 1980 ZX in 2002..350,000 miles, loose suspension, 17 mpg, used no oil and a re-builder title. Loved it. Sold it.
Just bought a 1983 ZX with only 75,500 miles, tight, new upholstery, carpets, paint... looks like a new car.
They are fun, fast, quick...all you could ask for.
29th Jun 2008, 23:13
I just bought a 1983 280ZX off my boss for about 400 bucks. Which was a steal.
It has all the options digital gages, t tops, turbo, five speed, leather seats and it's all in great shape. There's a couple of rust spots, but not noticeable.
This car sat for about 9 years and I slapped a new battery on, and to my surprised all the electrical gages, lights, everything worked.
The only problem is that it needs a starter, 70 bucks new. Damn good car for the money; I love it!!!
30th Jun 2008, 20:02
I paid $8200 for my 1982 280ZX 2 plus 2 and felt it was a steal back in 1987 with just 40,000 miles... mint white no rust body with red interior and dark glass tops. Had a lot of nice compliments. It cost more to insure than my Vette, however I needed a back seat for the kids, so the 2 plus 2 fit the bill. Good luck.
19th Oct 2005, 00:09
I keep reading that the 82 280ZX is slow and was a disgrace. I am here to tell you that she is the best car I have ever been in. My 82ZX is my baby. She is old, but she can hang with some of the best out there on the road. I fell in love with this car when my dad had the turbo version with the t-tops. Now I have mine, long live the Z.