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SmoothZ

12-26-2009 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by motoextreme (Post 341996)

I'm going to do it, just need to find one to be sure I fit. Need to wait about 6 months and want to find a clean one to start off on unless I find a cheap one sooner.

Want to get my son off World of Warcraft, maybe he can help build it. That alone would be worth it.

Need to squeeze in a newer Z motor, that would be really cool!

Hope I fit...

lol @ WOW. My kids aren't that old yet, so it might be easier for me.

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Originally Posted by vipor (Post 342012)

pretty sweet :xmastup:

maybe the vq35de cuz it's not as tall?

See, it's pics like those that make me want a project car even more.

I know 510 owners like the VG30 because it's lighter weight than the VQ. At least I think that's what the guy told me this past summer at an autox event.

speedworks

12-26-2009 10:07 AM

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I found the link to the full story on the car I was going to buy - this car is fantastic.

1968 Datsun 2000 Sports Fairlady - Classic & Tuner Car - Super Street

370Zsteve

12-26-2009 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by motoextreme (Post 342200)

I like that one as well. Fiat's and Alfa's are a bit problematic though, at least what I've heard anyway. I'd like to get one and run with all modern gear if I could make it work. Probably cost a fortune though.

I'm going to take one more look at Sunbeam Tigers as well since they are already fast.

I had an '84 GTV-6

This Z is the first car since then that gave me such thrills.

However, as far as upkeep on that Alfa goes:

http://www.horror-wood.com/van_sl19.jpg

motoextreme

12-26-2009 11:26 AM

That Roadster is BEAUTIFUL!

I would buy this car in a minute if it was somewhat reasonable. Now you have me all amped up. Silver with Red is the way to go to.

Damn, wish I would of seen this particular car for sale, must of went for a fortune though. Thanks for sharing.

FuszNissan

12-26-2009 11:35 AM

The roadster is a classic. Good Luck! I always wanted one.

motoextreme

12-26-2009 11:42 AM

After reading that write up that one looks exceptionally pricey but I'd have to tune my build down a bit. I have to think that's 40-50K car, out of my range.

I'll just get a basketcase and take my time (yeah right, me take my time :)

speedworks

12-26-2009 02:21 PM

If I recall right, that car went for under 20k on ebay last year.

z34deviltuned

12-26-2009 11:14 PM

Well instead of the roadster, try building the Nissan 240Z (S30)

maybe put in a RB26DETT or something of the same level. :)

motoextreme

12-27-2009 01:39 AM

Damn...20K, I would of jumped on that!

phelan

12-27-2009 01:42 AM

thinking about rebuilding projects mkes me sad that i had to sell my s13 for the z lol

motoextreme

12-27-2009 01:43 AM

That would be a hard one to part with.

bobdell

12-27-2009 05:40 AM

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This is my roadster.

go here

311s.org-Datsun Sport Roadsters

for lots of info

370Zsteve

12-27-2009 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by bobdell (Post 343954)

This is my roadster.

go here

311s.org-Datsun Sport Roadsters

for lots of info

haha, Motoextreme is doomed :stirthepot:

motoextreme

12-27-2009 11:36 AM

Thanks Bob, I'm going to check it out more when I get home (in the mountains again)

I have a Roadster to check out already. Guy is in LA so I'm going to try and run over and see it tomorrow. I'm going to build the first Carbon Fiber Roadster..HAHAHA

motoextreme

12-29-2009 12:38 AM

Looks like I found a car!

Picking it up tomorrow, I'll post pics as soon as I get it home. Pretty damn good shape by the looks of the pictures and NO rust. Going to strip this thing to the bone and build it like new! No carbon fiber on this one :)

Now the big challenge, getting my son off the computer and teaching him how to turn a wrench. Wish me luck :tup:

Any locals want to help me on this one (never hurts to ask):tup:

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