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1978 Datsun 280Z

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Listed byJohnmcg
Boston, Massachusetts 0212849,000 milesManual
SoldOct 29, 2018
Sold for$14,000

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Summary
This modified 1978 Datsun 280Z features a repainted orange exterior with white stripes, fender flares, a raised cowl hood, and a rear spoiler. Powered by a 2. 8L straight-six paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, it has a black interior with vintage racing-style bucket seats and shows approximately 49k miles on its 5-digit odometer.
More details
Recent service included an oil change and starter replacement, though the window seals need attention and the steering wheel has sun damage.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
437 (13%)
10/4/2026
Color
Orange
186 (5%)
10/31/2026
Transmission
2806 (82%)
11/3/2026
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Listing history

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  • 10/29/2018
    Bring a Trailer
    Sold· this listing
    $14k
Bid History
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Bottom 40% of Fairlady Z 1st Gens in 2018
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Views
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Bids
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Bottom 50% of Fairlady Z 1st Gens in 2018
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Comments
48
Bottom 40% of Fairlady Z 1st Gens in 2018
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Top Comments
Kingslayer @ seller - Gotta love the $15k dealer fee for documentation, how expensive is the paper in Boston
Drew510 Anybody want to guess that the $15k data entry error of the doc fee is actually the reserve? I'll just walk away slowly ... View more
Johnmcg Hello BAT readers. I have notified BAT about this erroneous fee. This appears to be an administrative error. I have ... View more
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