Bringing Home A CLEAN Classic Survivor Car!

[@beauregardrippey5508]

We called those map lights... When we used to use maps.

[@bongodave13]

I remember those.

[@MitsuhashiTakashi]

I'm only 28 and I knew that weird other people don't

[@leonardbakers]

I used to roll my maps up by the light of those.🚬

[@IronmanV5]

I actually still have a Rand McNally road atlas

[@beauregardrippey5508]

@@leonardbakers well arent you the ginchiest. 🙄

[@DavidKAnderson]

That Z's led a charmed life! Going from someone who obviously loved it and cared for it properly to Sarah, the most meticulous, respectful tuner/builder out there.

[@worseorbetter]

That is a nice find. Especially when a majority of cars interiors and exteriors look akin to a sanitation truck hopper. This is akin to capturing a unicorn.

[@SarahnTuned]

Right!? Super clean

[@jennifurzoe1302]

Unicorns are difficult to catch but with the correct bait..,

[@kurtburkhardt5862]

Very nice! Already clean, but not Sarah clean...will be great bones for whatever you decide to do with it.

[@beauregardrippey5508]

@@SarahnTuned duper clean.

[@Andretti.Garage]

​@@SarahnTunedThere were 5 different interior colors. Red, Blue, Black, Grey & Tan. There were limited edition colors. All OEM red cars had all red interiors.

[@circleofowls]

I've had 1972, '78 and '91 Z-cars, this brings back so many memories. What an incredible find!

[@marinossg389]

Wow what a find! I've wanted to see a respectfull Datsun resto mod and not a hackjob for a while, and who better to do it than Sarah!!! Seriously this car is gonna be magnificent.

[@marcusott2973]

Watch "my mechanics" he's Swiss and just doing a 240 Z to perfection, commentary is in English though.

[@marinossg389]

@@marcusott2973 Thank you!

[@marcusott2973]

@marinossg389 enjoy you. You can binge now, I've been waiting for a new episode every month.

[@marinossg389]

@@marcusott2973 Already started!

[@davidburne9477]

Back in the day in Australia that series were referred to as 24ounce and 28ounce (24oz and 28oz) in some car subcultures…

[@MickeyC-o6v]

Congratulations Sarah! You found THE car a lot of people drooled over. Especially people who couldn’t afford one. Again, Congratulations on a fantastic car find!

[@DannybFlat01]

I'm almost 62 and I learned the word "Bolstering" from Sarah, I'm forever grateful

[@not_jon_vendi]

I'm 38 and I looked it up to when I started watching her review videos 😂

[@964cuplove]

I am 62 but I knew the word... ;-) cheers from Germany - Land of the quattros -

[@flashgordon2816]

Seat bolster test is my favorite part of her car reviews ...LOL!

[@not_jon_vendi]

@@flashgordon2816 her reactions to the bolstering are priceless

[@bensemple8141]

Sarah, the end of the engine bay light unclips and the cord is tucked in the housing. This lets you drag the light all round the engine bay.

[@sugoruyo]

Immediately as those lights popped out the back of the trailer my brain goes "yep, it's a Z, no further questions...". Nobody's going to ask why you went and bought the car, it speaks for itself. And, the analogue gauges are beautiful.

[@wilbready]

Leave it to Sarah, aka Alice, to find another sweet 80’s car! I’m glad you went down that rabbit 🐇 hole and started the paint/clear coat correction. It was very satisfying. Hugs to Ping. ~WilPaul

[@ScottsSynthStuff]

The "talking" part is a tiny little record player. I don't know where it is in this car, but in my 1982 200SX it was a little black box under the trunk deck, on the driver's side. Inside is a teeny little record player, with a nylon record, and a little stylus that it moves from groove to groove to play the different voice announcements.

[@award280]

It's in the far rear passenger corner. You can tell it's analog because when it's really cold, the motor turns the record slower and her voice is deeper.

[@ScottsSynthStuff]

@@award280 Yup, that's how I knew too! I always figured it was a tape loop, but after I wrecked the car, I pulled it out to take it apart just to see how it worked. I was astounded that it was a tiny record player!

[@andrewwasson6153]

Yep, I remember those. A friend of mine had a 200SX that would tell us the door was “a jar”. I don’t think we ever figured out how to make it not talk. The 200SX also had a large component stereo in the dash.

[@roberttoews2775]

It is pretty cool. They used that up until 85' when they went solid state.

[@LazarusMP]

My '84 200SX (first model year of the S12 body style) had the voice but they'd switched from the analog record to digital for the new model. It had a switch next to the parking brake to enable/disable.

[@EV-olution]

Those roads are every day life here in the province of Québec in Canada. Welcome to my world 😎

[@nikmilosevic1696]

Damn, I have never seen an old Z car without at least some rust problems, this is definitely a fantastic purchase. Well worth saving and getting a Sarah treatment.

[@circleofowls]

No kidding about the rust. I could lift the carpet in the driver's side floor of my '72 and see the road underneath.

[@toomanynissans]

The rust was actually a performance feature. the early S30's were already like ~2300lbs soaking wet, they just had some additional programmatically scheduled weight reduction

[@802Garage]

My 1984 S12 200SX has the voice that talks to you and I love it. Really great buy!

[@stuartstephens]

What a clean car. I'm impressed at how well the interior and weatherstripping has held up after being in the desert all its life.

[@sandwichman100]

its not sarah clean yet

[@lukeclayton7578]

Felt like Sarah's version of a vacation lol Cool find

[@stephenschofield2978]

The light in engine compartment, u can turn the light out of the housing and it becomes a drop light.

[@johnmiller7682]

I love those Inline 6 engines. My brother had a 260Z, with the L26 and I had an 83 Maxima, with the L24E. These engines are bulletproof.

[@rayschoch5882]

I can see why you like it. Very clean for 41 years. Love the map light - I still use maps, myself, but I'm old…

[@plurry]

The re-settable counter on the tape deck is a must have for the 1983 audiophile.

[@manifestSD]

Absolute magic wet-sand and buff. Red glass. 🌸 Also, I would put Journey's album from the same year in that tape deck and never turn it off.

[@flashg67]

I love original survivor cars!! I own two myself, 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate and 1997 Chevrolet Silverado Z-71. They are both low-mile vehicles with original paint. They are both green with tan leather seats. They are driven sparingly and kept out of the elements.

[@Cokecan55d]

Holy high school cars, Batman! You found a righteous Datsun. I hope it serves you well…and the adjustable map reading light is money!…and the fact that no one uses printed maps anymore makes it super cool!😂

[@xwaterparksx]

🤘

[@humbleevidenceaccepter7712]

I graduated June, 1983!

[@GroundedFlyboy737]

Wow! The Z car. I'm going to age myself, but YOUR car was MY first Z. One of many. I was "somebody" driving that car - even when the T-tops leaked. Nicely done Sarah, proud of you, you found yourself a gem.

[@andrewwasson6153]

Beauty of a car. I knew what it was at a glance. That’s in better shape than most were within their first year. Really nice cleanup on that fender. It turned into glass.

[@scottjrichter]

You want to see bad roads, head on up to Michigan. Most might as well be dirt. I love this car. Out of every car on your channel, this is one is by far my favorite. I don’t know how you could give it away. I’d give away everything before this one. So dang clean.

[@gordmummery]

OMG, this is why I love your channel. In the late 80s I owned a 84 Supra, my brother got really jealous and bought a 84 300. I learned to drive on a 74 Celica..

[@OldMan854]

Always loved the look of the Z’s!! That Jaguar like loooong hood.!! 💕💕💕💕💕

[@jebidiahcarlyon3543]

Look at it!!!! I love it, I can't believe how clean and complete it is. Great buy

[@Jeff1960G]

When you say a "classic survivor" I was hoping for a muscle car from the 60's like maybe a rare barn find, 1964 Buick Riviera with the 425 dual quad option (less than 1100 built). But still a nice car.

[@d.r.807]

Wow! That is immaculate! I love when owners take care of their vehicles. Its a time capsule

[@markeaton2003]

That red Z is so nice as it is. I never get envious, but it's close. The 82 Supra and the Z both super sweet.

[@rezamoradi4073]

Absolutely sweet find

[@solarflare1008]

Great car and my dream that never came true. Blessings

[@damham5689]

Back in the early 1990s my dad helped his friend put a 350 small block, 4 spd muncie and a Jag rear in a Fairlady 240z. On the 1st test drive his friend thought the clutch was slipping when he shifted into 2nd until they saw all the smoke burning off the rear tires.

[@nitro2525]

I friend and I did the V8 swap into a Triumph TR6 years ago.. similar result.

[@sydneystone8979]

A few ZX facts. The driver's door key hole has a light. At night, if you pull the exterior door handle while the doors are locked, the interior lights come on, and a tiny light in the key hole will light up. When using the systems check in the middle of the instrument cluster, you have to momentarily press the brake pedal for the system to check the brake lights. And, I love the dual fuel guage.

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

Wow! You are 100% right about this car. It's a unicorn.

[@michaelcoles6793]

Ok...SUBSCRIBED. I've owned 3 Z cars in my lifetime. '79 280ZX, '83 280ZX Turbo and a '90 300ZX. The '83 Turbo was one of my favorites because of how fast it was. Those tall gears make for some fun 2nd and 3rd gear pulls. My 79 had the analog gauges and my 83 had the Digital dash. As cool as the digital dash was, after having had both, I prefer the analog. (That duel fuel gauge was pretty cool.) I also love that the drivers side window has a separate switch for the "auto" down and up feature. One last thing...in my 79 the dash lights were red where in the 83 they red green. The red looks much cooler! Can't wait to watch your build @SarahnTuned !

[@stratfanstl]

Even in a desert climate, it is hard to believe that only has 120k miles. It looks like it only has about 20k, especially the interior. I'll always be partial to the Supra though. SMILE

[@Thefloorsspeakyiddish]

Desert climates are best for preservation as long as it’s out of the sun

[@alanm2842]

i think that has only 12,000 miles on it, but i am not sure.

[@beachboy0505]

Excellent video 📹 6/83 A time when I had the whole world at my feet. Lovely Sarah 😍

[@eugenecandelaria4651]

Honest classics are hard to find. Some one LOVED that car...now it will be well cared for and get a proper detail.😎

[@85Sirex]

That car is gorgeous. Back in the mid 90s, I had a 1979 Datsun 280ZX. Mine was metallic blue. Drove like a boat, point in the direction you wanted to go, and hit the gas. Didn't have the best handling. It was also infested with spiders, and rust. Mine had a rare option called an 8 Track, which was like a cassette but bigger. I still kinda miss it, although my CRX is way more fun to drive.

[@edmanzini3664]

You are living my younger adult life. Celica’s, Datsun and Audi cars were my dream cars. I had friends that owned these cars. I had a 1982 Datsun 200SX hatch in two tone. Fun car, very rare now.

[@chrisliberty1773]

Just ONE of the many many reasons I LOVE this channel, no b/s or manf drama (not that there is no drama...life😂)...sooo stoked to see this amazing vehicle come back to SNT Standards!

[@stacynevitt]

Datsuns where I live were just rust buckets. Must be great to live out west and acctually find nice old cars that arestill solid. Congratulations, you are well on the way to having a top rated collection.

[@RC-li1gb]

Sarah, I'm so jealous and excited for you at the same time! ❤ Wow, what a beauty 😍

[@Darthrtrader]

LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I drove my mom's 1971 Datsun 240Z to high school every day of senior year back in 1989. I wish I still had that car!!

[@68Peeler]

Great find Sarah!! You are right, when something pops up, you have to jump on it!!

[@CampainAlaska-ep4sd]

Yep, nice job on grabbing that Z. Looking forward to seeing you perfect it.

[@yvesisevil]

As soon as the rear end started rolling out, I said "NO WAY!". That's a beautiful car.

[@davecaporicci6015]

Girl, love your enthusiasm! You ARE what a real car nut is about. Love this channel!

[@turbovids]

Oh wow. I'm just starting to work on my widebody 240z. Dad passed away recently and decided to work on my own 'barn find'. I built the 240z back when I was around 22, and after 20+ years in my barn, I'm trying to get it to start.

[@DatukMusic]

Yes! Yes! Yes! I had the exact same car when I lived in in Hong Kong in the 80s. Favourite car ever.

[@benhaze1010]

The 2-tone silver/blue 1982 280ZX is one my favorite cars of all time. Congratulations!

[@Anne6621]

cool automobile Sarah , back in 1970 when I graduated HS my parents got me a 1970 240Z but I felt bad so I paid for half of the car , wish I still had it , but it was stolen like 10 months later and after 54 years I am still not past it lol , can't wait to see you do the old Sarahized Detail to this auto

[@johnbehneman1546]

CONGRADULATIONS SARAH!!!!! YOU SCORED ON THE Z!!!!! I WOULD DO THE SAME!!!! PLEASE CONTINUE TO SHARE YOUR TRUTH.

[@MarkPattersonAccentMarkPhoto]

The goosebumps when you pulled it out of the trailer! My dad had one and so did his best friend. My dad's was totalled when I was a baby, but when I was about 4, I remember riding in Albert's going to the Poconos. It's one of the most vivid memories I have nearly 45 years later. I will always love these cars and I am beyond thrilled to see what you do with it. Congrats!

[@ajdomer92]

I love it! That’s my kind of car. I also share your appreciation for minty 80s vehicles. Great find!

[@sgtzsquad]

And it's a 5 Speed manual! Awesome, can't wait to see your future work.

[@jeffinwisconsin]

Great find. Time capsule. I can almost smell it through the screen.

[@ResidentElvis]

Love your genuine enthusiasm towards these cars. Great find!

[@HowieSimpkins]

Awesome car. I had a 1976 280Z, I miss that one every time I see one like this.

[@Americathebeautiful49]

I really think you should consider keeping it as og as possible. Fix what needs fixing but things like wheels and tires are what help make it. I have a 74 VW and it’s has no mods which is what makes it desirable. Anyway I respect your work Sarah so nave fun.

[@xwaterparksx]

You can definitely absolutely throw different wheels on these things. Worst comment ever. 🙃

[@christopheralexander195]

So exciting. Those old Zs still stand up in the looks department. I can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@johnkilo3]

The Ford Focus is crying in the storage unit.

[@mrh3085]

Wow! That is one rust free & clean Z car! Great find! ❤

[@vanislescotty]

Already looking forward to this series one of these days. The 240Z was one of my dream cars when I was a teen.

[@natedrizzydaruler2654]

My first car was a 1979 280ZX and my second car was a 1985 Celica Supra. So many memories came flooding back seeing that car. I knew it as soon as I saw the thumbnail ✌🏾

[@nbrowser]

To quote Zips Ties n Bias Plies....Sarah...that 280 is F'n MINT! Absolutely killer score.

[@johnrpizzaguy]

I started my career at Presizion Z in 1984 specializing in Zs. It’s still there in Canoga Park California. My son still has a 1983 Z Blue on Silver. All original

[@nicholasierubino8223]

Yay! Old school Nissan content incoming. So cool.

[@TexasRiverRat31254]

Yes, those lights were handy for doing little "tasks" in the dark. Peruvian marching powder was popular back then, along with other imports. 😂🤣

[@mdd47]

I could tell from the silhouette on the video thumbnail this was a vintage Z car. These things are so cool. Have fun!

[@CrossKnight]

Congratulations! My jaw dropped when it rolled out of the trailer. It's super awesome!

[@AllanBrogdon]

My aunt Barbra had one and when asked about the backseat room said " plenty of room if you are a double amputee!"

[@Bryan_on_fire]

Whoa that's clean! I despise Nissan but I love Datsun! 😂

[@georgeEVERETT-zu3ii]

SWEET Z SARAH ONLY YOU COULD BE SO COOL TO FIND FIX AND GIVE AWAY SUCH A BEAUTIFUL CAR EXELLENT :)

[@iamjtbe]

This was one of my longest owned cars! The voice is a tape loop mounted in the back. Sometimes it gets stuck! You are the best and I will be entering!

[@onepunch9485]

You have such great taste in cars. Can't wait for the giveaway.

[@JuanHernandez-pz2mx]

1983 Non-Turbo... I had an '81, an '83 with the digital dash (it had green lighting instead of orange) and an '84 turbo. Them were fun GTs

[@lordvoldemoo]

I started freaking out as you backed the car out of the truck, my own baby is a bright red with black louvered 1983 Celica GT-S. I'm amazed you have the time to find these treasures with all the rest that you do. Great stuff!

[@christyharberson7877]

I FREAKING LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!! THE 280Z is an amazing car!!!

[@jasonzondor4788]

That's an awesome find! That car brings back memories of my dad and I working on his when we lived in Okinawa.

[@Jay-sb2xs]

You look absolutely beautiful today Sarah ❤❤❤❤

[@GarageItYourself]

What a great find!!! Could definitely do with lowering and some tasteful, bigger alloy wheels but otherwise a lovely survivor. I'd be soooo tempted to supercharge it 😊

[@RonSwex]

Omg this was my father's car! Same color too! So happy to see you bring it home and work on it in the future!

[@miketyler4536]

Sarah, that brings back memories of after HS graduation in San Diego. My brother bought the lighter shade of that car. It was so fast back in the late 80s. I used to take it on dates and cruise PCH in Del Mar to Laguna Nigel. Thx for this flashback. YOU ARE SO RAD!!

[@bootska]

THIS is the Nissan of my youth. I drooled over the 300 in high school.

[@scubasteve3293]

Nice find, it's in great shape & that paint is going to shine. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@JayMills-z3f]

Very nice example of the performance line of Datsun from back in the day! I had a 1978 Celica GT 5 speed and loved it! I honestly would love to have it back!

[@wattheheck6010]

SO jealous, but happy for you. I remember when this car first hit the showroom. Great find!

[@fernandoben5605]

Garage kept and well maintained thru the years. Not bad. And the engine on those 280zx were indestructible. Enjoy !

[@McTroyd]

Magnificent find, Sarah! This was totally worth it. Looked like you had fun, too. 👍

[@davecashel4007]

What a beauty. Love those cars. Great addition to the collection.

[@maxnoe3079]

Base coat clear coat came out in the late 70s. Many 80s car came from the factory with it. I know my dad’s 82 Subaru got hit in the door back in the day and used it.

[@GaryPatterson-c3h]

Big love miss Sarah .. you know how to pick’em . Anyone who gets your projects is sooo winning!🤖

[@jfan4reva]

It's perfect! Sarah will love fixing all the (Sarah level) defects!

[@donnordstrom31]

The family had a Datsun 810 four on the floor four door sedan when I was growing up. Could easily do 120. Essentially a Z under the skin. Fantastic car.

[@seanshaw8321]

Oh I’m pumped for this one, I’ve had 2 of these here in Australia in the late 90’s including one with in the same colour (but with a red velour interior) Loved seeing you discover things like the map light and system check!

[@timbrown9731]

9:37 OMG YESSSSS!