1973 Datsun 240z: Do it in a Datsun

[@jaynuck]

I grew up in a die hard Chevrolet family, but the Datsun Z’s were the first car that drew my attention to Japanese cars. Fast forward 20 years of driving and racing Hondas, and I still have such a soft spot in my heart for these.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thanks for the time to watch good sir.

[@jeremyhamitlon7551]

One of the most iconic Japanese cars ever!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

They will continue to get better and more rare. Thank you for your time.

[@Carlos_Jzx]

After the 2000GT.🤣🤣🤣 But all jokes a side I love what Datsun,Datson/Nissan did when it did this chassis has reached Rockstar status plus is freaking legendary.💪

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@Carlos_Jzx haha yes it is a great chassis! we need more on the road 👍

[@Carlos_Jzx]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy I can't agree more with you brother but unfortunately not to many of them made it out but is up to us to rescue them and make them shine once again. I have a MK2 Supra my self and there is no desirable vehicle in the sports/affordables now day's that can compete with the older vehicles designs and rawness that they have.

[@MindDezign]

Good job shooting and editing this video ,done right. I'm finishing my two Z cars here at the ending months of 2021. Yes 2. You will be so surprised. When I made my mind up to get one. I never saw one in the nine yrs I lived in this town. NONE , not 1!!! Every single day I looked in yards, in fields in open garages going thru neighbor hoods. Every day ,I looked, like I was in need! One day by chance, seeing thru a fenced in area I drove past EVERYDAY, one appeared out of thin air. I drove up to the guys place and asked if the Datsun I saw thru the fence was for sale He said yes but nobody wanted it cause it had lots of rust. It was complete whole and rusty no floors left. Old cracked air dam hanging on the front held up with a piece of wire. Had not run in ten years. Home made round tail lights fiberglassed in the back and the entire car was ROLLER PAINTED, with house latex paint! To preserve it " I can only think it's why the owner did it as he painted very thing Everything rubber, Chrome's glass, EVERYTHING. I I bought it 1,500$. I took it home and stripped it down to a shell Get this! While I was working on it 2 weeks later, a man drove up said I see you working on this Datsun Z! "You should buy mine!" I said let's go look at it, the guy was two miles away!!! Remember I have not seen 1 in 9 yrs and now with in 2 weeks I found 2. His was for 30 yrs a street racer car with a 383v8 in it with an automatic. But now it had no running gear but it had three pedals being an original Standard Shift car. I paid 500$ dollars for this rusty Z, it needing floor boards and all the rust repairs the other Z needed So here we are 6 yrs later, I'm almost finished with one, As I rebuilt them both at the same exact time. I'm finishing one to daily And the other to sell to recoup my costs of my car. Today the prices are 30,000$ dollars more for a restored car. So I'm very happy I invested every night and free day and every week end to building two cars at once. Pay check to pay check. A very long struggle. I'm finishing the details on my daily retro back dated 280Z with carbs, 240Z tail lights,G nose .. Then I'll pick up on my 240 Z ,semi modded L28,pretty much stock 240, to keep value high. For resale.And finish it for sale! Then my plan? Look for two more rusty Z cars nobody wants to put the time into having fresh metal, into a rusty Z !

[@AleksandrKisslove]

You don't see too many of these anymore, almost none left...BEAUTIFUL CARS🔥

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yea indeed. Rust is a huge issue with them. Thank you for watching 👍

[@rudysz6003]

People aren’t wanting to sell them lol. Rust is what ruins the future for these cars cuz the metal wasn’t treated when they were made. I want one but finding a good deal is rare :(

[@AleksandrKisslove]

@@rudysz6003 facts! I would kill to own a fresh one🔥

[@AleksandrKisslove]

@@AutomotiveAnatomyRrust is cancer

[@db5202]

@@rudysz6003 Agreed, I stripped mine down to bare metal, welded in all new sheet metal, rails, etc. Then coated everything with. Pure liquid zinc oxide then covered it with a truck bed liner underneath keep it from rusting out again after three layers of, rust resistant zinc primer, paint and clearcoat. Then outside skin got 2 coats primer, 3 coats color and 7 coats clear, wet sanding between each then polished to death. Love it. I've only put 10 miles on it since the rebuild. Almost sold it once but my wife said "no way!" LOL! Happy wife, Happy life!

[@kstoff2218]

Have to watch this every few months. Can’t wait to see it done.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

This car is getting redone as we speak man.

[@lynnmckenney1987]

As a former datsun 620 owner, this made my heart smile. Seeing that it was still carb'd was rad.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes!! he will keep it Carbd!

[@syzg]

I missed my 280zx. One day I'll buy one and restore it.

[@pvainola]

I've had 350z for 12 years now. Bought a 280z last spring and I'm starting the build. Dare to be different was definitely a big inspiration.

[@TheoriginalBMT]

That petrolicious video was amazing. I was already into them then, but it just reaffirmed my desire.

[@danielprivate7442]

That burnt orange paint looks amazing on the 240Z.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

He will end up changing up th ecolor but yes I like that burnt look.

[@danielprivate7442]

That's a shame really, it's a period correct color that looks really good. It's not my car, but if it was, I would keep it burnt orange as a base coat but three-stage it (with a light pearl?) under the clear. It would still keep that burnt orange originality, but have the deep luster of a modern custom paint job. I look forward to seeing more of this car in the year to come. Maybe a build update at some point?

[@markdavidrif]

So glad I bought mine 12yrs ago. CA 72 no rust, silver with red interior. love the head turns when I take it for a ride.50th anniversary this year.

[@shaunmcinnis1960]

I had three of these. 2- 72's and a 73 all modded. I miss them dearly. Raw sports car!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

You got rid of both of them :(

[@shaunmcinnis1960]

​@@AutomotiveAnatomy 3 of them actually. Sold the last one last year. Just needed the money..Sad

[@Snarge22]

What a great project car! I had a 71 240Z for a while (accident), and a 71 PL510 for 13 years (stolen). Enjoyed both cars. These are great cars to work on as they're not overly complicated. And they are so light weight! A little power goes a long way with these featherweights.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes indeed. An RB or Lseries ITB is more than enough 👍

[@jesselee4405]

METAL!!!!

[@traviscain4606]

I love the format of this channel. How the owners are involved you really get a sense of the whole build. Nice shots of the interior & exterior plus good reactions from the experience of the drive. A+ content!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

This means so much man. I try to keep it simple and builder orientated. Thank you for taking the time to write that positive comment.

[@donchan1622]

Nice car man...! I love the fact is still look original....!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

This car is getting rebuild as I type this. It iwll be an amazing project.

[@rawrgarage5537]

Awesome video! Great to see Steve's car getting some love it deserves! Hes an awesome Z enthusiast and his car is truly a reflection of his passion!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Super humble chill guy. I am glad I met him!

[@jamesrich7640]

Respect to all Datsun's,One of the best JDM manufacturers ever..My 1st was B110 coupe, then B110 2door wagon and for the last 15 years as a daily still drive B110 4door sedan deluxe. #Reliable

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

They are amazing little cars. We need more of them on the road for sure. Thank you so much.

[@robwhite240z]

KOOL , the new motor will blow your mind.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I know. He promised to invite us back when the car gets the revamp. I Cannot wait to hear those Carbs

[@thelowriderculture6567]

Super beautiful z. Love those headlight covers.😍👏

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

By far the best piece on that Z!!!

[@CLOUDTubeJP]

Cool You can see that they know the car with a custom sense.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Steven the owner absolutely loves this chassis. Thank you for your time and attention.

[@missinglink9973]

I love that petrolicious video as well. And I love my dark blue 72 240z

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

The car that got me hooked o 240z and on Petrolicious lol Such Iconic video.

[@karljay7473]

One of the first videos I've seen that actually didn't want the Webers. I used to operate FSS (Fuel Systems Specialities) back in college. We used to make tooling and reman these carbs. Awesome to see someone keep them over the Webers.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Awesome to hear man 👍 thank you for your time.

[@Icebox240z]

Totally agree with the 510 wagon love...had a '71 and it was awesome. Still lovin my '73 Z

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Wagons are badass man!!

[@Icebox240z]

The Speed Forme kit is superb looking, especially the flares...very high on my options list as well

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

YES, I love the look on those as well. Thank you for your comment.

[@FunkMasterSleck]

Just got home from work. First thing I look forward to watching is ur uploads lol.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much man. Do you like Datsuns?

[@FunkMasterSleck]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy I love datsun. My dad had one when I was a kid.

[@loganriki2625]

Badass! The black Z is slick.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes indeed. Hopefully he allows us to learn more about it in the future.

[@db5202]

I have a 1971 240Z. It's been totally redone and greatly improved from 4 piston front Calipers to 3-Webber DCOE 40 mm double barrel carbs and Canon long barrel intake, headers, Mallory dual point distributor, Centerforce II dual friction clutch, limited slip-possitraction R-200 rearend, front & rear sway-bars, etc, etc... I was rebuilding it back when Princess Diana died and only put 10 miles on it since that time. Now, I got to pull it out and enjoy it this summer! Thanks for the reminder!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Wow..so many mods to your build. I am glad it is working out for ya. Keep the Zs on the road 👍

[@GT125man]

Nice project!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much man.

[@thebigboybossy4232]

Love the yellow foglamps on the front

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes, I do not feel like they are out of place. Plus they are functional so that is good.

[@cfaz6763]

:23 FULL SEND! Love that Zed.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

😎😎😎💀💀

[@RESTORATIONRESCUE]

I love the 240z. Some day I will have one. I have two 300zx in my garage and I love them.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Get rid of one zx and pick up a Z 👍

[@RESTORATIONRESCUE]

Automotive Anatomy haha I don’t think so yet. I’m gonna try to have every Z. 240z, 260z, 280z, 280zx and both 300zx.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@RESTORATIONRESCUE wow lol you will be magnus walker of the Z family lol

[@RESTORATIONRESCUE]

Automotive Anatomy haha yeah right. I’ve got two down. My dad has a 280zx so I just got start finding the older ones.

[@markblades4536]

Loved that

[@bobbyrios2k223]

Love these Z's. Beautiful car this dude has

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes indeed Bobby! Thanks for the support man.

[@malcmo]

hi great car i love it can you please let me know where you got your seats from 😊

[@TheEsteb25]

Thanks, They are Colin Project.

[@hillbillysportsman5818]

Luv the 1st gen Z cars

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

The absolute best :)

[@nismoguyog]

Love all Datsun try to do a 510 whenever you can n keep the awesome work

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you. I will try to find one soon 👍

[@eXBall211]

Im in Eastvale right now suppose to be working lol, got my 370z sitting outside Love Zs. Sweet ride bro!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I am glad man. Keep them Zs alive

[@tommyandchill]

I hear VQ notes from that motor.. sweet ride

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you for your time Tommy!

[@alanreynolds8843]

G'day mate from Australia. I own a stock standard 1973 240 Z . What a sensational car . A unique sound i'm sure you know what i mean .features way ahead of its time .loves to be thrown around corners . Biggest problem is notes left on car " Do you want to sell ? Sound familiar ? Great video , cheers mate .

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

haha "I used to have one in high school" Seems to be a common theme on this cars. Much love all the way to Australia!!

[@zzzgarage2704]

the fog lights are very wangan midnight, awesome

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I love them man. I also love the anime lol

[@ChrisBuilt92]

Love theses Z’s! Hope to see some more on the channel

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Chris. We love Datsuns around here man!!

[@Bruceillest101]

Dude, i love your car. I used to have a complete all original, Vin's matching, 100% straight body/no bodo, 74 260z. It even had the original working stock stereo. I loved that thing! Unfortunately, it was a rust bucket! The whole car had to be stripped down to bare metal, especially the floors. I ended up selling it for $3,500 last year. After looking at the prices they are selling for now a days.I regret it so much hahaha. The stereo alone is worth 1k

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

You could of kept it a bit longer and made much more. But mayeb you can pick another one up down the road.

[@Bruceillest101]

Automotive Anatomy I’m in college and was desperate . Tuition is pricey

[@carloscampos5]

I love the 70s Datsun. I myself own a 76 b210

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Datsuns are awesome man

[@carloscampos5]

@Jose Martinez same I wanted to get a 280zx but I didnt see many b210s 4ds so i went with it instead. only complaint is the 70 HP but i plan on doing an engine swap when the original motors decides to give out on me. maybe something simple like a ka24de.

[@HumblyDriven]

Don't know much about them but they are very neat cool cars man.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Same here man. It was fun learning about the Z community.

[@HumblyDriven]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy In such a legendary car too.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@HumblyDriven yes :)!!

[@AmericanInAustria]

I can relate to the very end of this video...

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

haha Yes, a great feeling lol Are you the Petrolicious Dave Scholz?

[@AmericanInAustria]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy Fumes are the worst. Yep! Same Dave Scholz 👍🏻

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@AmericanInAustria Feeling dizzy while driving through canyons lol I remember that line. I loved your Z! Thank you for your time and attention Dave!

[@JanMichaelFranklin]

Keep it like this on the outside man!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

It looks superb huh. I am sure he will top himself with the future plans.

[@JanMichaelFranklin]

I have a couple of 79 RX-7's and I just can't imagine doing too much to the exteriors. They just get more special looking each year in stock form. Same for the original Z.

[@ChrisHondaProductions]

Awesome vid!!!!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you man. We need to keep this older cars alive.

[@ChrisHondaProductions]

Absolutely I love the classics keep up the great work

[@ChrisHondaProductions]

Here is mine hopefully will be classic not as cool as a 240 but may have its own niche someday kzbin.info/door/YL8MNVKLuncB1ybA9auAlg

[@jonathancarrero5076]

Just bought a 280 and I’m only 17 so I don’t really know what I’m doing lol. But it’s me and my pops learning together. I might start a channel but am afraid of the hate I’ll get for not knowing wtf I’m doing

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

F%%k proples opinion. Do you and do positive things that give you joy. Nobody else matters. Plus, the memories with your pops will go a long way

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

1st subscriber. Expecting videos.

[@jonathancarrero5076]

Automotive Anatomy that just inspired me like you wouldn’t believe if I did make videos it would prob be a dif account w a better name tho🤣 but thx so much I’m gonna give it a shot. I don’t know how to edit so they will be kinda crappy but ur right who cares

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@jonathancarrero5076 yea..dont get 2 happy with positive comments. Do not let them have a huge impact on what you do. Just do what is good for you 🙏

[@nicebergslim]

beautiful setup, and the filming location is great too

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Niles! A gorgeous car deserves a gorgeous place 👍

[@vernm6189]

Your car is a survivor (thank you), I remember when they were new lol but the series 1 SU's over Weber's is a great change !! I try to stay true to my car far as going everything Shelby approved lol. But Style keeping them Running and on the Road, even if the State's Hate it, lmao

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Haha even if the state hates it lol

[@petrolhead8851]

Love those cars!!! I remember my uncle had one that was in good shape,it was all primered,the interior was all there,the motor ran,but he still ended up junking it due to not having the paper work,now these cars are going for 20-30k restored and some are even going for 10k looking like shit

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Yes. The best way to go about it is to save for some decent shape car and go from there.

[@edwardoe6012]

Very cool Son. 👍💪

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you for teaching him the ropes 👍

[@TheFelepeno]

I absolutely adore that rearview mirror. Does anybody happen to know what brand/where I can get that?

[@somefitcarguy]

What do you use to record the in car audio? Sound quality is fantastic.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Just the go pro 7. I actually need to get better audio stuff. Thank you for your time and attention.

[@Happymali10]

7:09 Is the door a different color than the fender?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

The fender is different color than the rest of the car

[@TheEsteb25]

Max S. The fender was black so I had to try to match it as close as possible. Will be fully painted by next year, complete color change.

[@CGM350]

What was the bucket seats called?

[@TheEsteb25]

Colin Project out of Japan

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@TheEsteb25 Thank you for the help

[@TheSalt2011]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy where did you buy them? Couldn't find them online.

[@demetrius8594]

Damn Nino's car is so sick! Anyone know what seats and or shift knob he has?

[@TheEsteb25]

Shift knob is custom and the seats are Autolook Seats

[@demetrius8594]

@@TheEsteb25 thanks!

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you so much for your attention and time man.

[@keilabarrios2634]

I knew this z looked familiar haha we did a drive together

[@twodub]

What video is he referring to in the beginning?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4CVqpJjq9WioqM

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

The daddy of the daddy's

[@twodub]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy Thanks!

[@berzerkrobot]

"Perfect year 73-74,..." uhhh what? The 240z ended sales in 73 and switched to the terrible 260 for 74 in the US. Great video though, his car is clean! - Fellow 240z owner :)

[@jeffconley819]

What are the wheels ??

[@Jaykriscariaso839]

👌😎

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you Jay!

[@Jaykriscariaso839]

@@AutomotiveAnatomyWelcome I support your channel

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@Jaykriscariaso839 u really do man pray

[@Carlos_Jzx]

I hope this man doesn't cut this bad boy up and build it like that black one is.💪

[@TheEsteb25]

Lenta Jzx definitely not cutting up the car. Keeping the lines of the body intact. Nino and myself are always in competition with each other. I have a lot of catching up to do. Lol

[@kstoff2218]

Can we get an update video?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Very soon man. Owner is assembling it back as we write this. It will be bonkers man.

[@kstoff2218]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy waiting patiently... 😎

[@TheEsteb25]

Still, working on getting it back together. Until then you can follow the build on my Insta @eli_bear_s30

[@felicealketti1534]

Does Steve also has a KZbin Channel?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

No he does not man. :/

[@felicealketti1534]

Automotive Anatomy damn. On the other engine he has a Kameari Twin Gear Idler mounted. Not everybody has that and would be nice to know more about it. Sounds very nice too

[@TheEsteb25]

Felice Alketti unfortunately I don’t, wish I had the time for one. Yes, probably one of my favorite parts on the new motor besides the Mikunis is the Twin Idler. Has been sitting in my garage until I found installation instructions in English and help from my friend that was able to get one installed on his motor. Very hard to find any info or other Z owners that have actually ran it on their motor setup.

[@felicealketti1534]

TheEsteb25 will you let someone post future videos of how you progress with your fairlady, so I know who to subscribe to. Would be really interesting and to bad if we/I cannot participate :) where have you found instructions for the twin Idler? Planning to install one together with a tomei cam early next year. Also nice that found a triple mikuni. Over here in Germany most of my car mates are running Weber.

[@TheEsteb25]

Felice Alketti yeah, definitely. I will be posted a lot in my Instagram as the change happens so you can follow me there @eli_bear_s30 but I promised automotive anatomy to shoot the first vids of the progress so definitely keep following him here. I have it on PDF You can message me via DM on my insta with your email and I will send it over. 🤙🏽

[@michaels.8244]

Honestly it’s a really nice car!! A bit dusty in side but cool as fuck.

[@wendidrew7374]

I have a 2005 350z. And I'm not interested in new cars at all... Get what fits you. Once your bit by certain technology "New" is no longer option Older is simple... lines are cool!! Good luck😈

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

NEw is good for comfort but looses personality and character.

[@bbb462cid]

I've been in a '73 Datsun. There really is not enough room to do it comfortably.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

😆 get a 2+2

[@alibobobaba1337]

I have a 78 280z and I’m 6’3” and fit comfortably. You must be a fuckin hoss.

[@collinf9334]

Now I know, Ya know?

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I know... Lol

[@FORGETYOU8]

Dont want to sell my 280z but dam the smog getting it smog in California is annoying

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

haha I hear ya man. That is why I would want a sub 75

[@FORGETYOU8]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy yea man the hot smog life

[@themoneyshift204]

Slow down the camera work for the engine bay, hard to see any of the details!! Otherwise good stuff

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

Thank you. Noted. 👍

[@conradsealy9603]

I wanted one of those. Couldnt find one for sale. Damn.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

They are available. You just have to keep on looking and anticipate a lot of money spend not counting the car. lol

[@conradsealy9603]

@@AutomotiveAnatomy not in my country, they arent. Not anymore.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@conradsealy9603 That is a bummer man.

[@davidmanning1499]

I HAVE A 77 280Z WITH A 440 MOPAR 727 TRANSMISSION WITH 600 HP SUCK GAS AN HAUL ASS!

[@MrWdelrosar]

73, 74 are perfect years? Lol

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

People love the earlier series but I love the 74. 👍

[@MrWdelrosar]

I see. You mean early 74 I assume.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

@@MrWdelrosar yes. A 70,71 n 72 are nice but harder to find.