Datsun 240Z (1970)Andrew Bone from Weymouth, England, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Datsun 240Z S30

1970 — Japan

Muscle Era (1960-1974)Sports CarJapaneseInvestment GradeDesign IconsJDM Legends
Engine2,393 cc Inline-6 SOHC
Power151 hp
Torque146 lb-ft
Transmission5-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Body StyleCoupe
Weight2,348 lbs
0–60 mph8.0 sec
Top Speed125 mph
Production156,076 units
Original MSRP$3,526
BrakesDisc / Drum
SuspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut / Independent, Chapman strut

Datsun 240Z S30

Designed by Yoshihiko Matsuo and inspired by European GT cars, the 240Z became America's best-selling sports car and established Nissan's performance credentials globally. The L24 inline-6 engine delivered smooth, reliable power, while the independent suspension provided excellent handling. The combination of sleek styling, strong performance, and remarkable value proposition made the 240Z a phenomenon that outsold its European competitors and created a loyal following that endures today.

$35,000 – $125,000

Rust is pervasive in floor pans, frame rails, and battery box. Early chrome-bumper cars are most desirable. Verify matching numbers. Many have been modified. Check for accident damage.

First model in legendary Z-car lineage. Early models featured chrome bumpers and SU carburetors. Later switched to Hitachi carbs.