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£22,176
Ex–One Lap of America 1978 Datsun 280Z 5-Speed
United States • 15 Sept 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Datsun 280Z is a heavily modified example with a racing pedigree, having competed in the One Lap of America. It features an extensively rebuilt and performance-enhanced 2.8L inline-six with triple Mikuni carburetors and a five-speed manual transmission, alongside numerous suspension and brake upgrades. While boasting a strong performance focus and recent refurbishment, potential buyers should be aware of noted corrosion on the underside, a hood scratch, and an inoperative air conditioning system.
Condition
7
The car has undergone significant refurbishment and performance modifications, including engine work, suspension upgrades, and brake system enhancements. However, there are noted areas of corrosion on the underside, a scratch on the hood, and some interior cosmetic wear. The air conditioning is inoperative, and the fuel level gauge functions sporadically. These indicate a 'Very Good' condition with minor wear visible and some reconditioning needed, rather than 'Excellent' or higher.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
HLS30458488
Odometer:
43,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU Overbored 2.8-Liter Inline-Six Triple Mikuni 44 Sidedraft Carburetors 6-Into-1 Ceramic-Coated Header 2.5" Mandrel-Bent Exhaust MSD Ignition Performance Camshaft Five-Speed Manual Transmission R200 Differential Light Brown Metallic Paint Black Upholstery 16" Rota Wheels Tokico Dampers & Eibach Springs 4-Piston Toyota Front Calipers Finned Aluminum Rear Drums Front Air Dam Roll Bar Pioneer Bluetooth Stereo Workshop Manuals & Service Records Period Press Clippings Spare Parts
This 1978 Datsun 280Z was purchased by an Alabama doctor in 1990 and modified to compete in the 1991 One Lap of America, where it finished third in the modified class.
The car was acquired as a non-driving project by the seller’s father in 2013, and it was subsequently refurbished.
The 2.8-liter inline-six has been overbored and fitted with a performance camshaft, larger intake valves, and triple Mikuni 44 carburetors.
Further modifications include a 6-into-1 ceramic-coated header, 2.5 mandrel-bent exhaust s...
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£1,298
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£16,826
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£114,422
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