No.237 Fairlady 280Z-L (1978 : HS130)
A second-generation Z (S130), equipped with a 6-cylinder in line 2,758cc L28 engine was launched in August 1978 as the 280Z. Attracting interest was the new styling, which featured the traditional long nose and short deck, blended with sharper lines, while the grille-less front end enhanced the unified look of the body. Both the 2-seater and the 2/2 offered more spacious interiors, further improving comfort.
No.248 Fairlady 280Z-T (1981 : HGS130) 2+2
Building on the original S30 concept, the second-generation Z (S130), launched in August 1978, was a sports car that aimed to offer even more in terms of comfort and ease of use. All models were now equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes. The 280Z was available as the Z-L and Z-T; the latter was equipped with air conditioner, power windows and aluminum wheels as standard.
In 1979, Datsun homologated a high-downforce whale-tail type spoiler for the Datsun 280ZX by producing 1,001 280ZX-R cars. These cars also had distinctive body decals and ZX-R logos. These cars were identical to the other cars of this year with the exception of the whale-tail and decal package.
From 1980 onwards, the 280ZX was available with a T-bar roof (on both the 2-seater and 2+2 body shapes). The T-bar roof panels could be removed and stored in bags in the rear of the car.
In 1980, a limited edition “10th Anniversary” car was released. Available in either black/gold or black/red two-tone paint, these cars came with leather seating, and other special trim features. A total of 3000 of these cars were built – – 2500 in black and gold, and only 500 in the red and black.
The 280ZX was a complete redesign, retaining only the L28 inline-6 engine and other driveline components from the 280Z. Both two-seater and four-seater (2+2) designs were offered.
