1984 Nissan Fairlady Z

The origins of JDM culture can be traced back to the 1950s and 60s, when Japan was rebuilding its economy after World War II. As the country's automotive industry began to flourish, young Japanese car enthusiasts started modifying their vehicles for performance and style. This underground car culture, known as "Kyuusha," was born out of a desire to stand out and make a statement on the streets. In the 1970s and 80s, JDM culture started to gain mainstream recognition and traction. Japanese automakers began exporting their cars to the US and other countries, and young car enthusiasts around the world started to take notice. The rise of Japanese automakers like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan also brought with it a wave of new and innovative technologies, such as the first mass-produced turbocharged car and the first production car with a VTEC engine. As JDM culture gained popularity, it also started to branch out into different subcultures. Drifting, a high-speed driving technique that involves sliding the car around corners, became popular in Japan in the 1990s and eventually gained a global following. The rise of street racing and tuner culture also contributed to the growth of JDM culture, as enthusiasts around the world started modifying their cars for performance and style.

JDM cars are hotter than hot these days and surprisingly, the cost of these old cars is actually pretty affordable… the body at least, but its maintenance requires a lot of time and money which many are not willing to commit to. A disadvantage to wanting these cars is that any JDM younger than 25 years is illegal to drive in the US due to not complying with most of the requirements for emission controls and safety. But once the car has passed 25 years, it is legal to import. For consignment a first-year design edition of what has become the iconic Fairlady Z with this being the first year Nissan badges would be used, changing from the dual badging of Datsun/Nissan. This car was imported by our consignor in 2018, sports a mere 83,170 actual kilometers on the clock, that's 51,679.4 miles to those of us in the US of A and is a 4 seater version as well as having a voice warning system, albeit in Japanese. It presents in well kept condition and cruises nicely on the highway. 読む...

Exterior
A fixed roof version that is covered in Black Blue Metallic with a nifty body indent running stem to stern down the sexy sides shows very well in our Hallowed Halls. Encircling the bottom of this rakish skate is a wide silver band that sets off the Black Blue perfectly. Partially hidden headlights pop up from the front of the long hood with a front integrated bumper and grille which shows a few scuffs, but nothing that shouldn't clean up easily with a little elbow grease. Consistent gaps, a rear spoiler, and all being very clean, this car is in great condition from 1984 with only minor paint issues such as dryness, clear coat peel and a few inclusions. The only rust to note is in the driver's door jamb, and at this point it is heavy surface rust that should be able to be easily remediated. Aerodynamic straight angled raked lines and glass that works with steel to create a popular mid '80's look abound throughout the overall design and a side view of this car gives the viewer the impression the car is speeding even when it is standing still. 14-inch American Racing wheels are noted all around with wonderful drilling and rivet patterns and are wrapped in like new 195/70R14 rubber from the 17th week of 2020. スタイリッシュでセクシーな!

Interior
Presenting as very clean with very slightly worn light and dark gray broadcloth all around, we cross the threshold and move into the interior. Being a JDM car things are a bit reversed here, it's a right hand driver baby bear. We see a tilt column, power windows and power locks. Careful to not leave the headlights on you'll have a voice which comes out of the original radio setup utilizing a "Voice Warning System", not surprisingly, in Japanese. The Voice Warning System emanates from driver's door speaker to mute the radio and provide a vocal warning whenever a door was ajar, the exterior lights were left on after the vehicle was turned off and the key was left in the vehicle's ignition when the driver's door was opened, or the fuel level was low. The system operates using a small box that integrates a small phonograph with a "needle" that drops onto a plastic "record" and plays the appropriate message...cue the Eddie Murphy "Raw" skit. Other technological features in this Fairlady Z includes a black face orange lettered dash with very nicely engineered graphics, a premium AM/FM/Cassette stereo with a factory EQ, a factory security system and a full length sweeping console with a sprinkling of faux aluminum. A foldable 2 plus 2 seat is in the back and further back is an expansive storage with a security shade and some lightly soiled light gray carpet. スタイルと快適さ!

Drivetrain
An original and showing very light patina and some corrosion and dirt engine bay holds within a VG20E 2.0 Liter turbocharged V6. This boosted mill is fed by EFI to help it run smoothly, and is attached to a Jatco E4N71B 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission. A 3.545 geared rear axle moves you down the road swiftly. 強力な

Undercarriage
Underneath we can see typical wear and tear, some very light surface rust, but overall structurally sound, even on the lower portions of the doors, virtually no rust whatsoever. Independent suspension, Macpherson strut in the front and coil springs in the rear is noted along with 4 wheel power disc brakes. Rounding out our tour is a single exhaust system with a stock replacement muffler.

Drive Ability
A very quick response is what you'll get from this car thanks in part to the turbocharger. Plenty of power, smooth acceleration, and fab handling have this car tracking straight when you get a little heavy with the pedal. All functions were working famously save for the radio being difficult to turn on, and it is a head turner being right hand drive.

An important part of JDM history with this 1st year edition Nissan Fairlady Z, this car holds up nicely. Certainly not perfect, but a nicely preserved interior, good paint, no rust, and loaded with interesting technology, come to Classic Auto Mall and start a conversation...with this car! ありがとう日産

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