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- 1980 Datsun 280 ZX
1980 Datsun 280 ZX
Lot Number: 200
1980 Datsun 280 ZX
A rare, original UK-supplied, right-hand drive, manual gearbox Datsun 280 ZX.
- ESTIMATE: £12,000 - £15,000
+ 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 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA
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BODY COLOUR
Golden Bronze -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
TBA -
ODOMETER READING
78650 Miles
SUMMARY
A rare, original UK-supplied, right-hand drive, manual gearbox Datsun 280 ZX.
DESCRIPTION
- Completely redesigned from the previous 240, 260 and 280Z models, the 280ZX was aimed squarely at the US market, with softer suspension, more sound insulation, more comfortable seats and greater levels of luxury equipment including power steering and high-end audio
- From the 280Z it retained only the L-28 inline-six and other driveline components
- This is a rare, original UK-supplied, manual gearbox car first registered on 01/08/1980 and has covered 78,650 miles
- Fully resprayed in 2024 (original colour Golden Mist Metallic) and the MOT is valid until February 2026
- The illustrated registration number, VBR 1V, does not form part of the sale
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 200
- Make
- DATSUN
- Model
- 280 ZX
- Registration Number
- TBA
- MOT Expiry
- 03/02/2026
- Chassis Number
- HS130150912
- Engine Number
- L28-387260
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Golden Bronze
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
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SCORE:
99 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Windscreen cracked on th side
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Leather interior.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Datsun 280zx, Starts and runs great, fully serviced including water pump, thermostat ignition leads, distributor cap and rotor, new clutch kit , and slave cylinder, fully respray to highlight standard in 2024, professional pin stripes with all rust repaired, interior is in good condition leather tan seats dashboard in good condition, all electrics working as should even the power antenna, wipers fan everything works. Bad bits windscreen has a crack on both sides.
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 2nd June. 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 noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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