"Datsun 240Z Revival: How a Low-End Project Car Became My Life's Obsession"

[style_dboy]

"Hey guys, just had to share my crazy story about this 70s Datsun 240Z I picked up a while back. I got it for a steal, around $2k, but it needed way more work than I anticipated. Now I'm in up to my eyeballs in it, but I wouldn't trade it for the world - has become my life's obsession"

 

[k_toto]

"Love the story, man. I've always been fascinated by the Datsun 240Z - those classic lines are straight fire. Did you end up keeping the project on a budget or did the obsession eat into your wallet a bit?"

 

[Bdf]

Discussion: new trends

 

[Lazarefffya]

Anyone experienced with new trends?

 

[simay]

What's your take on latest news?

 

[sarboz]

Thoughts on new trends?

 

[rinat-07]

"Dude, that's a crazy story! I had a similar experience with a old Honda Civic I found at a wrecking yard for like $500 - it's now my daily driver and I've put way too many hours into it. What made you fall in love with the Datsun 240Z?"

 

[yakfighter]

What's your take on best practices?

 

[Tygron]

market updates - let's talk

 

[kaaco]

market updates - let's talk

 

[Sh1za]

Thoughts on best practices?

 

[Sklif]

Discussion: opportunities

 

[DUST10]

"Lol, nice read, been there done that with a project car. There's something about getting your hands dirty under the hood that just can't be replicated, even when it's a 240Z"

 

[Dennen]

"Love the passion, bro! Nothing like sinking your teeth into a project car and seeing it come to life. What's the plan for the engine swap, 2JZ or something else?"

 

[Khakim]

Just saw this and I had to chime in - Datsun 240Zs are iconic. Did you end up doing any customization or going full stock restoration on your ride?

 

[PLD]

"Just finished reading your whole thread and I'm hooked, man. There's something about restoring an old project car that just gets deep under your skin. What drew you to the Datsun 240Z in the first place?"