This Nissan Fairlady 240Z Is An Otaku’s Dream Car

[@240zee]

30 years ago , dad gave me his 240z , i still drive it today.

[@240zee]

+danjama 87 sorry mate , i dont do hi tech stuff like videos, im 49 and no tech old school, i dont even own a mobile phone....noone disturbs me when im driving.

[@tunerrepairsek8907]

+240zee cool :)

[@BLacknesmonstaz]

+240zee well go get one you stubborn mutt and tell us your story about your Dad giving you his 240z, and how your still driving it I'm sure its a great one!

[@jordenmassmusic]

+240zee I'd give anything for a 240zed but I'm a poor college student who can't afford another project right now.

[@9d2blkda]

+240zee maybe its time for you to give it to one of your kids ? or someone special who'll take care of it just like you .

[@andrewsamosir7465]

Wangan midnight : 240z Initial D : AE86

[@TomiVuori]

Hachi-Roku

[@ahmedkareemramadhan6000]

Why all Main Character's car was the old car?

[@jens8889]

Ahmed Kareem Underdog and the series sets in the 90’s I think, so their cars are from the 70-80’s

[@gabrielmartines3510]

@@jens8889 For Wangan Midnight, yes, Initial D is set in the early 00's.

[@ahmedkareemramadhan6000]

@@jens8889 i mean yes. But why they have an Older car than their Rivals? Like A Takumi had an AE86 And Keisuke had an Rx-7 FD3S

[@atenzaguyinVB]

owning a 240z is like landing that super sexy cougar that all the jaded barbie girls look hateful at. she's classy, confident and one hell of a ride.

[@samuelaguila6050]

'Nuff said bruh

[@WhosManIsThis]

Said de nuff

[@stefanck]

this.

[@Z-Twinturbo]

nice analogy xD

[@antoniom4016]

👌🏽👍🏽🙏🏽

[@MrELIAN602]

Nissan should have never stopped making this car.

[@zhemin]

+Elian Hasanaga They haven't lol You can still buy one today but unfortunately its the z37 >.>

[@wingsman26]

+Zhemin Lin Z34

[@taeyounglee3380]

They still make Z cars

[@MechRider89]

So they should have done like VW did with the beetle just out source it to mexico and have a 40 year production run? Sad to say it would have ruined the car, Nissan discontinuing it was the right option. I'm just glad you can still get new parts for it....try that with a mk2 supra!

[@Zyntherion2202]

Tae Young Lee but they stopped making "passionate" cars... same thing....

[@idrummerboy13]

That is a piece of art, glad to see people restore things like this

[@Turismo860]

6:48 is one of the most beautiful piece of automotive footage ever recorded.

[@ooglefluffg857]

Modifying has never really been my thing but this car is very tastefully done. I hate seeing these slammed and whatnot, since they're just so pretty stock (or nearly so, like this one). I also really like the "period modified" thing he's got going on.

[@pakisatsekiso5611]

Wangan Midnight anyone?

[@carcrazyafrica]

i think this everytime i see a blue 240Z

[@Corhone]

Akuma no Z

[@aa240sx]

+Pakisa Tsekiso exactly what I was thinking when I saw the car and then the otaku title!

[@ZerotheWanderer]

+Pakisa Tsekiso Mine spawned from Tokyo Xtreme Racer's Wanderers ZERO and ??? (Blackbird and Devil Z)

[@hitachicordoba]

+Pakisa Tsekiso The model/presenter Skyline driver is hot.

[@lazypanpan]

the devil Z

[@turbocharger5482]

yeah

[@elayda93]

Wangan Midnight 💪

[@aptiveviennapro]

53-68?

[@ConFall]

Akuma Zetto !!

[@bodo2315]

Hell yea brodda

[@christopheragostinelli5432]

That is a mirror image of my dream car. One day man. One day

[@kupokuporay]

The sound the car makes is nice, not obtrusively loud but still somewhat warm and distinctly characteristic.

[@robertoferrari5397]

When i was 9 (1973) there was a guy in our neighborhood that had a 240z..it was done up like a race variant...liked them ever since seeing that one.😃😃

[@Austin48HD]

The scene where it shows that beautiful 240Z driving along the coastline while the sun sets is why I dream of moving to Cali and collecting cars. It's videos like this that make me push farther and inspire me to go the extra mile.

[@vizio32]

The sound of the engine is pure bliss..

[@amnesiata]

that engine sound... Feels like a magic.

[@philspaghet]

This is what a 240z should be! Good old carb L-series engine up front, JDM parts all throughout, andcraftsmanship throughout. So many times on the Z forums I find people pulling out their precious L-series engines for crude American V8s (great for muscle cars, not for Zs) in the search for power but forget that the L-series engine is what makes the Z so special. Besides, an L-series engine sound heaps better than any chevy 350.

[@boss1234234]

+Jacinth Gudetti i dont really mind v8 swaps in 240z as long as its a japanese v8

[@JammieDawdger]

No first comments and no hate. Is this even KZbin?

[@NicolasCageisGod]

Only 3 dislikes as well

[@Toarcade]

+Jamie Dawson You're on the good part of KZbin, friend. For some reason, trolls and haters can't find it.

[@flubbernugget888888]

I think it's because this guy didn't ruin his car like most people do to 240's

[@justmechanicthings]

+Jamie Dawson Shit pile of gutless stale rice owned by a man of asain descent, how original. He should embrace his American ways and invest his time in a real car like a 67' Stingray or Mustang. is that better?..

[@leahenriquez8955]

the car sounds like the s30z from wangan midnight live action

[@kennethbascom2577]

Your one statement was more profound than all the others " we are loosing touch with craftsmanship" I completely agree. We must diligently strive to keep it alive, those of us who are left !

[@trevorflanagan4873]

I just picked up a 280z for my first restoration and I can’t wait!

[@exitmud]

What a work of art. It's beautiful, from the sound of the exhaust to just to his story and craftsmanship.

[@ParadoxdesignsOrg]

These are one of the most beautiful cars ever made... and its 40+ years old. Gotta love em.

[@lelca]

I have a photo of this Z from three years ago, back when I was in high school; snapped it on the freeway out the side of my friend's car. Crazy that it showed up featured on Petrolicious!

[@davidthesky]

Who are these people, who hit that dislike button?! I mean, yeah, everyone has his own opinion and that’s how it should be, but these videos are just perfect. That’s exactly, what being a petrol head means. It’s not about the power or the looks or the brand. It’s all about the feeling. The connection with the vehicle. I love Petrolicious and the whole idea about the channel. My favorite place on the internet by far. ❤️

[@meabakar]

The most sense I've heard about what the new generation will face. Great video! Only a few rare breeds of petrolheads are able to keep this tradition alive. Rock on!

[@NoSwitchyt]

My dad bought me a z and restored it with me as my first car ever. I'm thankful everyday I get in it and turn the key. I'm one of the lucky ones

[@Stegs]

Ok, Thats enough....I need a 240z in my life!

[@WiscomptonBoys]

That final shot driving along the shore was GORGEOUS. The car is perfect.. this is how a tastefully modified Z should look. The whole video was amazing art, the best one I've seen from this channel so far.

[@DJMotoVlogs]

That last shot with with the sunset was just pure magic. Awesome car.

[@vetteguitar]

Such a beautiful car! With right side steering! Your car has introduced at MSN Japan. Please please don't crash, and enjoy!

[@grizley123]

never was a fan of japanese cars, but these 240zs impress me by how well-sorted they seem... great owner, a true passionate and a very sensible person, which is becoming quite rare nowadays.

[@NickNakorn]

Glenn is absolutely right; continuity is really important for many craft skills that tend to be replaced by technological solutions. A lovely little film - thanks again Petrolicious!

[@KeanosMagicHat1]

You can really feel the passion this young owner has for his car which looks beautiful - well done!

[@melissagentry5204]

As someone who both owned (several) and raced the 240Z I thought this video was extremely well done. I always wanted to find the 2.0L version but did end up running a 2.4 stock in SCCA ITS class. I knew every single inch of that car. My personal cars were lovingly worked on, and my last one was a restomod with a 5.0L Mustang motor, with intercooled turbo. yeah...when it ran...it was a beast. I think my favorite was the 2.8L Turbo + 5 speed. Broke my heart when it was stolen. When it was recovered, it was trashed. good and bad memories that one. I know I am late to this video but I hope you are still having your love affair with your Zed. She's a beauty!

[@unknownbluebird7026]

Alright, now that I've finished the video I got to say, its great that people can proclaim that they were part of the Fast and Furious generation without disdain and such. His Z looks nice and I am definitely curious about the seats. They remind me of the GT40.

[@ryant67]

+Unknown Bluebird Seats look to be Kameari GT's - NOT cheap, but they do look period correct and awesome!

[@JoranDorifuto]

+Unknown Bluebird Like mentioned in the video the seats are Datsun Competition bucket seats.

[@deadflo]

+Unknown Bluebird I guess those seats were standard in the ZL? They look just like what are in the Z-432.

[@gav240z]

+Unknown Bluebird the seats are Datsun Competition Seats Part No. 87000-U0175 they were part of the original sports option list. The Kameari seats are a clone of the originals from Nissan. Would like a pair myself. :)

[@unknownbluebird7026]

+gav240z Just checked out those seats and I want one badly! However first I need to get myself a 240Z and hope I fit without smashing head on the roof.

[@Quetzalcoatl_Feathered_Serpent]

Own a rare 280z 2+2. I love that old car a hand me down from family. It's fun to drive and easy to use. It's the car that got me interested in all existing sport cars.

[@nicolaicollado8112]

I watched it twice . man I'm so in love with that car.

[@pauldack5129]

That thing has one of my favorite engine sounds ever.

[@frankth3frizz]

I'm so glad to be a part of the Z family. Might just be a 350z but it's mine and it makes me smile everytime I drive it :)

[@joshuarickyking]

As soon as I'm "done" with my current project 240z is next. They are in my eyes the most stunning and beautiful cars ever produced. ( 90's kid too! )

[@simbawizbeth]

Glenn chiou expressed passion to a whole new level. I had the exact same passion and he just rekindled it :). He is write about craftsmanship. This video has moved me in its brilliance.

[@chrissorreda4982]

I want this car. I wanna drive it. Own it. Go through problems with it. Stall in it. Live with it. Man.

[@44musher]

My uncle had one back in the early 70s, I can still feel being pushed back in the seat with a big grin on my face....

[@SplyttScreen]

Hachiroku,and the Devil Z👌👌👌🔥

[@MrBabu-je5hu]

THE DEVIL Z!? *JUMPS INTO A RIVER*

[@Rockit181]

classic sports cars, real driver's cars with real soul

[@DonFather]

Beautiful video. Thank you all so much for this. I wish I had the opportunity to restore one of these. What a work of art.

[@TheMkarr]

Mine was a army green 73. I had missed a Camaro type LT. I am so glad it was sold out from under me & led me to my Z. I so loved that car. Most fun driving I ever had. other than my Brothers 71 Mach1.I own a 350 but, it's not the same. Not like a sports car. More power but not as fun. Thanks so much for sharing what are great sounds from my past. Keep her forever.

[@INTHEWILDERNESS-00]

I have a 73 240 that im still working on. Just finished tearing the l24 block and head down, cleaning, painting, and replacing all the gaskets and timing chain. Working on new breaks, wheel bearings, new shift lever assembly, and choke cabling. Just trying to get it safe and drivable, so i can drive over to my bros house for body primer. I got a ways to go, so baby steps.lol Eventually, I would like an l28 3.0l and triple carbs with a r200 rearend. I'd be happy with that, screw turbos and computer bs, equals more money than Im willing to put into it. If i can get about 300 horses, with good tires, and a good rearend, thats good enough for a streetperformance/weekend driver.

[@GTFORZA]

So, I appreciate what he said about keeping craftsmanship alive.

[@DaaMagicMan]

Finally a Fairlady Z video i can respect not some spoilt kid and his dad buying everything for him. faith restored petrolicious

[@crazypainter57]

they were very attractive and stylish cars.... i wouldn't mind having one to restore

[@jamesdunn9714]

I have owned a 260 Z and a 280 Z. I always wanted a 240 as they were the Z in its purest form. Great video!

[@user-vk8uu9nv7n18]

Nissan Fairlady is my first car, and I still love it, of course.

[@Vampirebear13]

Huge thumbs up!!! This kid, Glenn, needs to teach all the other kiddies what driving REALLY is and what it's about. Damn I miss my Z.

[@greasemonkeyscientist7094]

these videos are just SO GOOD. Thank you so much for showing the PASSION we all have, to the general public.

[@otisogata8556]

Beautiful Z and amazing story. Keep the passion for vintage cars going. Grandpa owns a 260z and I still remember how much it influenced the way I look at sport cars now

[@nava285]

One of my favorite cars ... Just wish I had one

[@Andrewg820]

Wangan Midnight... Cmon bruvvv. Fairlady 240Z is truly a great classic car.

[@Guenton]

At 1:40 to 1:45 I said; "Yes sir, you did this right!" thank you for that magnificent build, it really is brilliant in every way!

[@arnomaas6452]

pretty car , nice owner who also picks up some interesting points which were usually brought up by much older car guys .

[@realmaindrianpace]

Fantastic, and that Z is perfect - color, stance, wheels/tires, carburetors, just the whole package. Wow.

[@OverwatchPlaysGames147]

Mad respect to this guy! Fantastic car and a an owner who truly respects it. Awesome work to the video filmer and editor as well!

[@bingo.6587]

Otaku's dream car? AE86

[@imVexedBruh]

right

[@diegotobalina]

+Bingoliath Or Alpine A310 (Misato's car)

[@kierenrogers425]

+Bingoliath My thoughts exactly

[@ticki23]

+Bingoliath i kinda like wangan but initial d is just a lot better.

[@Wildchildinc]

+Bingoliath IKR? Not everyone knows about Wangan...

[@stt61193]

What an amazing video, again. The last shot is just beautiful. And that 240Z, what a great car.

[@That_NJ_guy]

this is a future classic for me

[@GalenTom]

Great job Glenn! Watching this makes want my '73 240Z back...

[@RigbyBun]

Wangan Midnight style the colour just like Akio's Devil Z

[@aptiveviennapro]

Bun Rigs Otaku’s Fairlady Z had a lighter shade of blue, not darker.

[@jo23bulls]

20 buck says the 240Z will be the next 911 bubble.

[@augustortiz]

I feel like the newer cars are not as memorable as 911's but they are great car either way

[@viriatvsoflvsitania5422]

+jo23bulls It already started. A Fairlady Z 432 sold for 253.000 USD at RM Auction on Amelia Island this last March. Yeah, it was the 432 which is the unicorn of Z's, but it pushed up the prices on the "regular" 240 Z's. Even the less desirable 260 and 280 Z's went up in price. My advice? Get one while you can.

[@jo23bulls]

Pedro Gomes dear lord...

[@billyshea2405]

+jo23bulls already have a 71 240z im set

[@nomadben]

NO FUCK OFF WITH THAT SHIT

[@Tenmaru89]

Just wonderful... this is what these cars are all about. And it looks absolutely stunning as well.

[@bobbyross2023]

Such a beautiful car! A timeless design.

[@runespaze]

Beautiful video, beautiful car. He really used the right words to tell us what picking out his car and parts meant to him. Well done.

[@mobbin7380]

oh such a lovely car and a lovely owner as well. that fairlady is lucky. what he said about young generation is true they have to learn basics so that their passion grows way ahead of their limits. thanks petrolicious team.

[@CacianoGabriel]

This film mess up all my feelings... What a beautiful machine!

[@tscooter22]

Beautiful car and a great video! It's nice to see young people owning classic sports cars who don't rice the crap out of them. I used to own a 240z back in college. GREAT little car. Rust on the other hand... Not so great here in the Midwest. To me, my FD is almost like it's big brother. Oh, I've gotta ask; No air filters?? :eek: I know those side-draft Webers look great, but you gotta protect that engine, man!

[@AmesiesCorner]

This is the car my Saab is ALWAYS being mistaken for.. Saab Sonett Broh!

[@stevet5379]

Sweet car in its original form. Nice to see!

[@fluffychicken383]

covered headlights on a 240 just really add to the beauty of it.

[@QWKDTSN]

Nice seeing this car at Canepa last weekend!

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

Just beautiful! Man, I would love an old Fairlady or a 510. Old Datsuns are just so cool!

[@constructivecritique4049]

I remember driving to see KISS, in 1977, when I was 11 years old, riding in my cousin's modified 240Z. Great memories. Even greater car. EDIT:My dream is to take a really long drive up the California coast. Beautiful location.

[@toberkitty]

Gorgeous, and what a sound! Great job, Glenn!

[@anthonysandoval7183]

thank you this was a beautiful production! This really reminds me of why I got into the automotive industry!

[@gokarter28]

Amazing Car! I am so in love with the shape of these, they are brilliant! Saving like mad so I can get my own, more modern version! (350z) This guy really has a wonderful car!

[@muzuars]

Nice build and car mate, your enthusiasm is infectious.

[@6pistons]

that signature raw growl of that straight 6 carb engine

[@Wojticivic1993]

God, what an amazing scenery. Car is absolute perfection too.

[@Zyntherion2202]

Finally someone who REALLY understands what cars are becoming today.... in the olden days... cars felt like your best friend or your favorite brother... but nowadays... cars can be compared to Siri or Cortana.... they're just robots meant to take you from point A to B. No love, no passion, no craftsmanship.... just electronics and geeky technology stacked together... yes they're safer, yes they're​ faster, but... are they as passionate to drive? most are not... I hope someday this lost art can be rediscovered and "restored" like the Z in the video... so cars can make people truly smile an laugh again.😊

[@MrSapper21]

looks so awesome, almost as if you were sitting on the rear axle.

[@kuni145]

I own a 1985 sprinter Trueno initial d replica and was hoping to see someone make an actual devil z replica thanks to the title. Kinda disappointed but damn that fairlady was sexy as all hell

[@carcrazyafrica]

that would be very cool to see, id love to own one but put an NA RB25 in it... as cool as wangan midnight was i reckon it'd be quite the handful..that said i was reading about an 450hp RB26DETT powered one today and i thought that'd be awesome to drive

[@unknownbluebird7026]

+Tatenda Jinya (EthosVeritas) Yeah the 240Z in that story had about 800hp and was tuned for flat out driving. I would bet in lower speed traffic the Camshaft would be providing near nothing on the low end.

[@carcrazyafrica]

Unknown Bluebird very true hey, seen some hot version videos with some stroked L28's putting out about 300hp which i think would be perfect and sounded so amazing

[@unknownbluebird7026]

At first I was thinking about 270hp would be fine, then I heard AZGhost623's engine and fully agree with you. 300hp with a 3.0L Stroked L28 would be perfect. I would probably run semi-slicks on the corners to keep the car from being too tail happy out accelerating out of the apex. Also a larger sway bar front and rear before taking it to my favorite driving roads. The sound bouncing off the trees, and induction from the carbs would be an aura symphony!

[@MattTester]

One of my favourite coupes alongside the Alfa Montreal. Would be great to have a Datsun or Rotsun of my own. Credit to the owner too for putting so much effort in.

[@Berenvacht]

Very pretty car. I love the curves and lines of the hood.

[@aaa84gt]

Passionate owners are legacy protectors. Wonderful video!

[@evantomlinson]

Top-notch cinematography.

[@SkarnDeBrax]

so beautiful the panorama of the road at the end.

[@frenchiessafehaven7763]

Man this video is amazing. I dream one day to own a Fairlady. I'm only 17 years old & I won't let my dreams be dreams.

[@pierredecine1936]

Nice ! I worked for 2 Datsun Dealer Race Shops - and painted a "Z" RaceBody white Amerflint ... I had a SSS '73 Datsun 610 and a de-smogged '74 710 ...

[@patrickrollins2710]

Such a well done 240z.

[@mitoand9]

We still need more companies like TVR: build modern cars with the mechanical features and feeling of classics. No electronics, just pure mechanical feelings.

[@garretmctavish2953]

God damn those rolling shots were perfect

[@Z-Twinturbo]

Glenn Chiou. I admire your point of view.