Datsun 240Z

This Car

• First registered on the 1st November 1971, and delivered as a 240Z.
• Throughout it’s life it has been completely transformed into an incredibly capable historic rally car.
• Fully rebodied with a Californian 260Z shell in 2010 – renowned for being much stronger than the 240Z.
• Full engine rebuild in 2019, along with a full electrical re-wire.
• Rolling road figures following the engine rebuild came out as 179 bhp and 172 lbft torque @ 5500 rpm.
• From 2019 when major works had been completed until present day the car has consistently been maintained to a very high standard.
• Ahead of coming to us for sale, the current owner gave the car a major and comprehensive service, and as a result, the car passed our inspection with flying colours.
• What we have here then, is an incredibly competent and popular historic rally car, and very much ready to embark on its next adventure.
• Below we have listed the detailed break down of the build specification, and also some of the events it’s competed on.
• A stand out point for us in particular was the 2022 Lima to Cape Horn, where the car achieved an impressive 2nd overall finish. Made even sweeter by beating a field of Tuthill prepared Porsche 911s!
• As ever, if you would to arrange to come and see the car, please do not hesitate to book an appointment!

 Specifcation

• Engine bored out to 2.8 litres
• 2 x 2” SU carburettors (with spare high altitude needles)
• K&N air filter with foam
• 5 speed S14 gearbox (from Nissan 300ZX)
• Quaife R200 ATB differential
• Schneider ST3 billet cams
• Ceramic coated exhaust manifold 6-2-1
• Hi torque starter motor
• Upgraded alternator (280Z)
• Hi capacity alloy radiator
• OEM fuel tank 60l
• 4-pot front brakes
• Rear disc brake conversion
• Upgraded Safari spec suspension from Stewart Wilkins Rallying Pty, MCA struts front and rear, 3 way adjustable & new HD springs. (55mm without canisters)
• Full roll cage incl. door bars
• Lightweight fiberglass bonnet
• Brantz International Pro 3 trip meter – wheel driven
• Monit G100 trip meter, wheel driven with GPS receiver
• External electric cut off switch
• Tow hooks front and rear
• Front spot lights, Cibie Oscar Plus
• Sump guard
• Tank guard
• Twin electric fuel pumps
• Recaro Pole Position seats
• 3” safety harnesses

event history

• The Road to Mandalay – 2015
• Carrera Mediterana – 2016
• Baltic Classic – 2017
• Himalayan Challenge – 2018
• Icelandic Saga – 2019
• Three Castles – 2019
• Lima to Cape Horn – 2022
• London to Lisbon 2022
• Three Castles – 2023
• London to Lisbon – 2024