1970 Nissan 240z Series for sale in Palm Springs, CA

Listed at $10,000 USD.

Walkthrough video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIsZapCebXA Rare early-production 1970 Datsun 240Z Series 1 restoration project. The vehicle is currently disassembled and is not running or drivable. It has substantial rust and will require professional body restoration, reassembly and mechanical completion. The L28 engine was professionally rebuilt by LSpecDatsun at a cost of approximately $7,500+, and the round-top SU carburetors were rebuilt by Sal Ceja. Also includes a new Series 1 dashboard restored by Just Dashes and numerous original components and body panels. Clean California title/pink slip in my possession. Sold strictly as-is as a complete restoration project. Please review every photo and ask questions before purchasing. Buyer is responsible for pickup, loading and transportation. Offered for sale is my early-production 1970 Datsun 240Z Series 1 project. This is a genuine restoration project—not a running or driving car. The Z is currently disassembled and will require extensive professional bodywork, rust repair, mechanical completion and full reassembly. It is best suited for an experienced restorer or shop that understands early 240Zs. VIN NUMBER: HLS30-13478 Date: 11/70 Major highlights Desirable 1970 Series 1 Datsun 240Z Professionally rebuilt L28 engine Approximately $7,500+ invested in the engine rebuild alone Engine work performed by LSpecDatsun Round-top SU carburetors rebuilt by Sal Ceja New Series 1 dashboard restored by Just Dashes Numerous original body panels, interior pieces and mechanical components included Clean California title/pink slip in my possession Registration is currently active Sold as one complete project—I am not parting it out Vin Number: HLS30-13478 Date: 11/70 Important project condition The car is fully disassembled and is not currently running, driving or roadworthy. The body has rust and deterioration that will require professional evaluation and repair. Some areas were exposed to the elements while the vehicle was at a previous shop. The car and components are being sold in their present as-is, where-is condition, with no warranty expressed or implied. I cannot guarantee that every original nut, bolt, fastener, trim piece or small component needed for reassembly is present/repairable. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Additional pictures or specific component photographs can be provided to serious buyers. The story behind this Series 1 I am the founder of Coachella Valley Z, a former Z-car club I started in 2015. Although I recently closed the club’s website, I am keeping the domain for the memories and nostalgia. I grew up around cars and have always loved the Z, but the community surrounding these cars became just as meaningful to me. It introduced me to an incredible network of owners, builders and club leaders. Over the years, many people in the Z community came to know me through Coachella Valley Z and the carbon-fiber 370Z I previously owned. I remain extremely grateful to everyone who welcomed me into that community. Around 2020 or 2021, I was given the opportunity to purchase what I considered my dream car: an early Series 1 240Z. Naturally, I took the opportunity. I began researching the restoration process and working on the car whenever time allowed. I am not a professional mechanic or body technician, but I understood and appreciated the work required to restore one of these legends. I removed surface rust in portions of the cockpit, had the round-top SU carburetors professionally rebuilt by Sal Ceja and invested more than $7,500 in having the engine rebuilt by LSpecDatsun. I also purchased a newly restored Series 1 dashboard from Just Dashes. Things were moving in the right direction until the body panels came off and the true scope of the restoration became clear. At that point, I realized the car required the time and attention of an experienced professional. I entrusted the vehicle and a significant amount of money to a body shop that was recommended to me. Unfortunately, the arrangement did not work out, communication ended and the vehicle was eventually recovered in Los Angeles with the body disassembled and exposed to the elements. Thankfully, LSpecDatsun helped locate the car so I could bring it home. That experience turned this restoration into a difficult chapter for me. I still love the Z and have tremendous respect for the community, but I no longer have the time or desire to personally take on a restoration of this magnitude. I would like to see the car go to someone with the experience, resources and enthusiasm to finish it properly. There is a great deal of restoration work ahead, but it remains an early Series 1 240Z with a professionally rebuilt engine, rebuilt round-top SU carburetors, a new Series 1 dashboard and many valuable original components. I am happy to answer reasonable questions and provide additional photographs to serious prospective buyers. Pickup and transportation The vehicle is located in the Coachella Valley/Palm Springs area of Southern California. Because the car is disassembled and includes numerous loose parts, the buyer must arrive with suitable transportation and a plan for loading everything. A trailer plus an additional truck or enclosed transport may be necessary depending on the buyer’s setup. Transportation, loading arrangements and all associated costs are the buyer’s responsibility. The vehicle will not be released until payment has cleared. Final terms Sold as-is and where-is No warranty or guarantee Non-running, non-driving restoration project Buyer should inspect in person or arrange a third-party inspection All included items must be collected at the same time unless agreed otherwise Sale includes only the vehicle and components shown or specifically confirmed in writing Deposit is nonrefundable unless otherwise required by eBay policy Buyer is responsible for verifying VIN, production details and registration requirements before purchase Mileage is entered as 100,000 because eBay requires a mileage figure; actual chassis mileage is unknown eventhough dash shows 5000 or 50000 UPDATE: 10.13.2026 To confirm, these are the parts included in the sale: Engine / Performance Parts L28 N42 engine block N42 cylinder head - Installed CNC-ported cylinder head - Installed Isky camshaft kit — .480" lift - Installed 87mm flat-top pistons - Installed Bronze valve guides - Installed on SU's SI stainless-steel valves - Installed Rebuilt round-top SU carburetors — rebuilt by Sal Ceja Cerakoted headers Professionally rebuilt engine assembly by LSpecDatsun — approximately $7,500+ invested in the engine build. Series 1 Restored Steering Wheel Original Blue Seats - Pair (original so worn) Original Metal Hubcaps Datsun Manuals Original - Hood, Hatch with vertical window defroster lines, Left and Right Fenders, Left and Right Doors (not interior panels), Original Spare Tire and Original Dash with the new S1 Dash from Just Dashes. Please note: In storage picture, nothing on the right where shelf's has any Datsun parts. Only displaying for the items on the left of the picture where the fenders and body panels are seen. Also includes the Dash window, door glass as well. If you do not see any clear and visible components pertaining to the car, they do not come included.