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£18,114
Single-Family-Owned 1978 Datsun 280Z 5-Speed
United States • 15 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Datsun 280Z boasts a single-family ownership history and a desirable 5-speed manual transmission, recently undergoing significant mechanical refreshes. The Wine Red Metallic exterior and original interior present well, making it a solid example for enthusiasts seeking a classic Z car.
Condition
7
The car is described as a single-owner, well-maintained 1978 Datsun 280Z with recent mechanical work including replacement of clutch slave cylinder, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, radiator, battery, spark plugs, and rear brake wheel cylinders. It features a desirable 5-speed manual transmission and air conditioning. While the odometer has rolled over, it's noted as showing 53k miles. Exterior details like hood vents and rear window louvers are present. The description does not mention any dents, significant paint damage, or curb marks, suggesting it's in very good condition for its age, but requiring minor reconditioning is implied given its age and previous offering.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
HLS30465366
Odometer:
53,000 miles
Reg Number:
TW987
RHD/LHD:
LHD
on Rolled Odometer 2.8-Liter Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Wine Red Paint Black Vinyl & Red Fabric Upholstery 14" Keystone Sunspoke Wheels Front Disc Brakes Power Antenna Hood Vents Rear Window Louvers Air Conditioning Crank Windows Clarion Cassette Stereo Copies of Sales Paperwork Service Records
This 1978 Datsun 280Z was purchased new by the seller’s grandmother at San Diego Datsun in California, and spent time in storage before its 2025 acquisition by the seller’s aunt.
Finished in Wine Red Metallic over black and red upholstery, the car is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission.
It also has a power antenna, hood vents, rear window louvers, power-assisted front disc brakes, Keystone Sunspoke 14″ wheels, air conditioning, crank windows, and a Clarion cassette stereo.
Work in March 2025 included replacing the clutch slave cylinder, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, radiator, battery, spark plugs, and rear brake wheel cylinders....
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£1,298
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£16,826
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£114,422
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