OT: how much for a 240Z?, inspired by GRM Options

[mightyohm]

The latest Grassroots Motorsports has a neat article on the 240Z vs. the new 350Z. I only really paid attention to the 240Z part, and I was really struck by how cool of a car they are. Light (2300lb), powerful (150hp) and simple (you could fit two engines in the engine compartment).

Ok, so now I want one. How much would I expect to pay for one in good shape? Can it be a daily driver? Anyone here an early Z fan? Was AC ever an option?

Yeah I'm daydreaming, but you never know. I am looking for a car to replace my daily driver Mustang that is going on 200k miles.

[chunger]

I'm a Z fan. . . helped bring a 260Z almost to the point of very solid, pretty driver. . . I drove it for 2 months and absolutely loved the car. Right at the point where we had it all stripped down for a clean re-paint, the owner decided to sell. . . so what we had was the best-looking rust-o-leum rattle can paintjob I've ever seen (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)

Light, balanced, simple, not lacking in HP. Stock brakes leave a little to be desired. . . love the inline 6's.

Seems they're a good platform for racing and for V8 conversions as well. I'd say a solid driver should be able to be had for $2,500-$5,000. Car that needs work, but running should be able to be had for $800-$2,500.

That's just my guestimate. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Go for it.. . parts are often cheaper than Porsche.

Lotso Z forums out there.