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Old 04-19-2011, 10:03 PM
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About to Buy a 1978 280Z 2+2 Have Questions

Hey Everyone - I'm looking to buy my first Z.

What specifically in each of these categories below should I look for to ensure the car is solid?
  • Rust
  • Electrical
  • Interior
  • Gauges
  • Transmission

Car runs and drives, power steering is broken, all A/C is there but does not work.

Lastly - it's an AZ Car, lots of dry rot.

Thanks for your assistance
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Old 04-19-2011, 10:10 PM
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Welcome to ZDriver!

We have a checklist thread (for the 280zx, but virtually the same for the 280z):

https://www.zdriver.com/forums/240z-280zxt-s30-s130-tech-tips-275/280zx-common-problems-checklist-purchase-inspection-16386/
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Old 04-21-2011, 10:06 PM
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Either it doesn't have power steering or it's not a '78.
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