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1979 Datsun 280ZX

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Listed bymotorator
Glendale, California 91201Manual
SoldJun 13, 2017
Sold for$155,000

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Summary
This historic 1979 Datsun 280ZX race car was campaigned by Jim Fitzgerald from 1980-1983 and later by Adam Carolla at the Monterey and Sonoma Historics. It features a restored tricolor livery, a custom L28 2. 8L inline-six engine, and a Nissan Competition Option 2 Direct-Drive 5-speed manual transmission.
More details
The cabin retains period specification with modern safety equipment, and the car comes with extensive documentation including a current SCCA logbook.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
276 (16%)
9/10/2026
Color
Tricolor Livery Worn
1 (<1%)
6/13/2017
Transmission
1182 (68%)
11/2/2026
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Listing history

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  • 6/13/2017
    Bring a Trailer
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    $155k
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