280ZX

The Datsun model series S130 was badged Datsun Fairlady Z in Japan and 280ZX in many other countries. It was sold 1978-1983 (model years 1979-1983 in North America).

Overview

1979-1983 Datsun S130 (280ZX¹²⁰⁰, Fairlady Z) was the 2nd generation of the Fairlady#S130 line, replacing the smaller, lighter S30 (240Z/260Z/280Z). Suspension and brakes were commonly swapped into 1200s.

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Parts Donor

Useful 280ZX parts for Datsun 1200 include:

* Rear brake rotors. See 280ZX Brake Upgrade * Entire front strut/brake assembly. See 280ZX Strut Swap * Headlights * EFI parts (for use with factory A14E or A15E fuel injection manifold) * Seats for swapping * Jack and popup wheel chocks * Ignition Switch for steering-lock 1200s * Alloy wheels -- see Z Rims

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The S130 six-cylinder engine -- being long and heavy -- has rarely been swapped into 1200s.

See: Engine_Swaps#L-series_Six-Cylinder 

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