Two seats or four. In two sensual GTs. 280-Z and 280-Z 2+2.
Fuel injected SOHC 6-cylinder power that comes on smooth. And keeps on coming. Fully independent suspension, power assisted brakes, discs up front, low-profile steel belted radials. Precise rack and pinion steering.
Cockpit appointments include fully instrumented dash, AM/FM radio, reclining bucket seats (fold-down rear seat in 2+2). Tinted glass, power antenna, electric rear window defogger. Four-speed stick shift standard, automatic optional. Factory installed air conditioning available, too.
Wherever you go in these magnificent machines, you're pleasure-bound. For complete gas mileage information, see below.
| 280Z | 280Z 2+2 | |
| Length (in) | 173.2 | 185.4 |
| Width (in) | 64.2 | 65 |
| Height (in) | 51.0 | 51.4 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 90.7 | 102.6 |
| Front tread (in) | 53.3 | 53.3 |
| Rear tread (in) | 53.0 | 53.0 |
| Engine | 6-cylinder, in-line SOHC, water-cooled. | |
| Bore and stroke | 3.39 in. x 3.11 in. | |
| Displacement | (2,753cc) 168.0 cu. in. | |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | |
| Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) (California - Catalytic converter) | ||
A tradition of engineering. From the beginning in 1932, Nissan engineering has been the essential in-gredient. From it grew performance, durability, value. And the 4th largest automotive manufacturer in the world selling a great many models of cars, buses and trucks in over 120 countries. By 1959 Nissan engineering had produced for the American market a revolutionary sedan, the Datsun 310. Proven on a world of roads, Datsun Li'l Hustlers followed, bringing a new brand of trucking to the U.S. in 1962. Beginning in 1965, Datsun 1600 and 2000 sport cars won hearts on the highway, victories on the race track.
The 310 and 410 sedans and wagons were supplanted in 1967 by the innovative 510s. This roomy series of passenger cars had such sophisticated features as an efficient single overhead cam drive with a double roller chain cam drive. Front disc brakes and fully independent suspension were standard items previously available only on cars costing much more. Four years of research produced the award-winning 240-Z in 1970. Then the Datsun 1200, 610 and 710 sedan and wagon series were in-troduced. In 1974 came the 260-Z. And in 1975 the fuel injected 280-Z. And in 1975 the fuel injected 280-Z selected by Road and Track Magazine as the best GT car in its class and one of "The Ten Best Cars For a Changing World. Inherent in all: engineering excellence and a tradition of reliability, economy and comfort.
A tradition of value. Datsun is designed to pay off immediately in fuel economy and maintenance savings. When trade-in time comes, it commands a respectable price.
Dollar stretching is a Datsun specialty. For instance, minimizing body weight increases tire life and cuts gas consumption. Datsun no-cost extras are legendary saving de-vices. What you don't pay extra for makes the travel dollar count for more. Then there's the careful craftsmanship that fights wear and tear way down the road. That's miles and miles of value.
What all this adds up to is one of the better warranties around, 12 months or 12,500 miles. A warranty that may seldom be taken advantage of because Datsuns are built to run trouble-free.
A tradition of winning. Datsun virtues translate easily into racing victories. In production classes of the Sports Car Club of America, Datsun Z-Cars have won national championships five years running. Plus two East African Safaris, and four straight ('71 thru '74) SCCA Rally Manufacturers' Championships in the United States.
Datsun 1200s and 510s were national sedan champs in their day (with two Trans-Am championships for the 510s). Datsun 1600 and 2000 sport cars took top honors in their SCCA Production Classes. Now, 710s and B-210s have won national SCCA sedan championships in their classes and the spirited Pickup hustled to a hard-won victory in the 1974 Baja 500.
Datsun races out of pride. And to prove the product. Down the line racing knowledge translates directly into better overall economy and performance in the Datsuns you buy.
A tradition of service. We never let production and sales outpace parts and service. Keeping your Datsun in top shape has top priority, with Nissan Motor Corporation. Here's how we do it. There are nearly 1,000 Datsun dealers throughout the U.S. These dealers are served by 10 strategically located regional depots. Each depot is connected by computer to the huge Master Parts Depot where over 50,000 different parts and components are stocked. If your dealer doesn't have a part you need, he picks up the phone, the computer taps out the order, and your part is shipped that same day. Dealer mechanics are trained in regional schools. They install the right part in minimum time to keep your utility up, your costs down. Datsun traditions produce tough cars and trucks that are fun to drive and economical to own. That's what doing things right is all about.
