Many years ago my Dad owned an AMC Javelin. His pride and joy. Sadly His younger brother decided to borrow it when he was out of town and play car tag with said Javelin. Needless to say the car was never seen again. Many years later, My grandfathers Datsun 240z (which had been sitting in the garage for many years un driven) was to be sold. My uncle Jeff, who never repaid my dad for the Javelin, bought this 240z off his father and gave it to mine. After much debate the car was eventually gifted to me as Jeff still didn't like the idea of giving Dad something :-P. it now lives in San Francisco and drives like a dream! next year I will be doing alot of traveling all over the US in this beloved 240z. Thank you Jeff, thank you Dad, thank you Granddad.
Specifications
- Engine: 2,393 cc (146.0 cu in) L24 I-6, cast-iron block, alloy head, two valves per cylinder, seven-bearing crankshaft, single overhead cam, 9.0:1 compression;
- Fuel system: Mechanical fuel pump, twin Hitachi HJG 46W 1.75 in (44 mm) SU-type carburetors
- Power: 151 hp (113 kW) at 5600 rpm (SAE gross)
- Torque: 146 lbf·ft (198 N·m) at 4400 rpm (SAE gross)
- Transmission: Four-speed manual
- Wheelbase: 90.7 in (2,300 mm)
- Dry weight: 2,355 lb (1,068 kg)
- Top speed: 125 mph (201 km/h)
- 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h): 8.0 s