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- The Classic Sale at Silverstone Festival 2025
- 1973 Datsun 240Z
1973 Datsun 240Z
Lot Number: 694
1973 Datsun 240Z
A stunning 240Z finished in seldom seen Grand Prix Blue, benefiting from a host of sympathetic upgrades.
- ESTIMATE: £25,000 - £30,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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BODY COLOUR
Grand Prix Blue -
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REG NUMBER
CPO 200L
SUMMARY
A stunning 240Z finished in seldom seen Grand Prix Blue, benefiting from a host of sympathetic upgrades.
DESCRIPTION
- UK-supplied from new, first registered on 05/03/1973
- Powered by Datsun’s legendary 2.4-litre inline-six (L24) with twin SU-style carburettors, producing around 150bhp, driving the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual gearbox
- Finished in striking Grand Prix Blue Metallic over a black interior, repainted to a high standard by DT Body Repairs in 2023 costing over £3,000
- Recently benefited from a mechanical refresh, including an electronic ignition conversion for improved reliability
- Accompanied by a selection of historic MOT Certificates and a folder of invoices and bills from the 1990s onward
- A well presented example of the much admired 240Z, retaining its period correct appeal with light, sensible upgrades
- A sharp, UK-delivered car in an rare colour scheme, ready to be enjoyed
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 694
- Make
- DATSUN
- Model
- 240Z
- Registration Number
- CPO 200L
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- HS30100499
- Engine Number
- 24139800
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Grand Prix Blue
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Rob Hubbard
- Managing Director & Principal Auctioneer
- 07775 511825
- rob@iconicauctioneers.com
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SEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
111 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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