Sold in the United States for the 1974 model year only, the Datsun 260Z came equipped with a larger 2.6L inline-six engine, a redesigned interior, a stiffer chassis, and an available 2+2 seating configuration. This 1974 260Z has been recently refinished in a metallic grey along with the installation of 16” Enkei Compe wheels, new tires, carpeting, and floormats as well as tuning of the carburetors. This classic 260Z is now being offered at auction by its seller out of Florida.
The body has been recently refinished in a metallic grey color over the original green paint. Exterior details include chrome impact bumpers with rubber overriders, polished door mirrors, Z-branded quarter panel badges, tinted windows, and a single exhaust outlet. The 16” Enkei Compe wheels in Matte Gunmetal have been fitted with a set of new Ironman GR906 tires. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The 2+2 cabin features black upholstery on the seats and door panels with a matching dashboard and replacement black carpeting. Equipment includes roll-up windows, a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, a Datsun-branded wood shift knob, a dash cover, heat and air conditioning, an AM/FM radio, an analog clock, auxiliary gauges above the center stack for fuel level and oil pressure, and Z-branded rubber floor mats. The seller notes a minor crack in the dashboard, and that the radio is currently inoperable.
The 260Z is equipped with a 2.6-liter inline-six featuring dual Hitachi HMB 46W carburetors and an output of up to 162 HP and 157 lb.-ft of torque. The rear wheels are driven by a 4-speed manual transmission. The seller reports that a thorough inspection was carried out upon acquisition and any necessary maintenance was completed at that time including a retune of the carburetors.
This sale will include a clean title and an original sales brochure.
Comments (19)
I am out
Bid in the amount of $9,500
Bid in the amount of $8,750
Bid in the amount of $8,500
Last stretch, don't miss the opportunity to drive this awesome 260Z
Bid in the amount of $6,500
Bid in the amount of $5,555
@Shesgonnakillme. It is tight and smooth indeed ??
Bid in the amount of $5,260
Thanks for the reply. Not even sure if they were available with power steering but the manual steering is tight for sure.
@Shesgonnakillme. Thanks for your questions.
No frame rot at all, this car is solid. Painting was done by the previous owner, still I have found no bond or mismatches on that work.
In regards to the brakes, they are hydraulic assured, the steering wheel is manual though.
May you all have a wonderful afternoon.
Good morning. Any frame rot? The Z's are notorious for frame rot which can cause the frame to collapse. Also, what was the condition of the body before refinishing and how much bondo in the body? Does the car have manual steering and brakes?
Gooooood Morning everyone, just wanted to thank you all the ones who have taken a look of our Datsun 260Z, and wish you all a wonderful Thursday ahead. Hope this beauty found a new home later today. ???
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Bid in the amount of $4,260
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Welcome to this auction, we have curated this 260Z to ignite joy and fun to your drives.
Looking forward to listening and answering to all your questions and comments.
May you all have a wonderful Labor Day weekend ahead!
@Schumi thanks for your kind words. I do believe this cars are a little under rated. The driving sensation is awesome ? and the extra length make them look even prettier than the 240 and 280’s
I owned a 260Z back in the '80s and loved it. The 260 is by far the rarest of all Z cars, and this 2+2 makes it hens teeth. GLWS