Originally Posted by Z-Car-Marine

I'm 45 years old and I have owned quite a few cars in my life (over 50), but the one car that I have always loved is the Z. My 1st car was an 81 280zx turbo back when I was 18 and joined the Marines. Loved that car so much even though it was horrible in bad weather! Total Zs owned are:

81 280zx turbo (Automatic) Totaled
88 300zx (Automatic) Traded
03 350Z (6 speed) totaled on 2/26/16 with 195K miles and only major item replaced was the clutch at 110K. Basic maintenance after that.
83 280zx Turbo (5 speed) still own
10 370z Roadster

I know we all love the 370z but did anyone own a Z before that and if so, what was it?