I’m a pure muscle car guy but I love this car. I saw these when I was a kid and thought it was one of the coolest during that time. Glad you didn’t LS swap it.
Big mike you deserve a lot of credit on this one , the execution on the car is just perfect , color , parts, engine everything was very thought out , the level of detail and a true Japanese inspired build, this is a great representation of what the true import scene is and how it was always meant to be. No body kits or crazy spoilers just straight to business, circuit style Japanese import build . Well done
This style of build has been done over and over, those arches are just an eyesore and make the whole car look like a 17 year olds beater MX5. Props on the motor that looks top.
This is 100% the bolloxs. The stance is just perfect, the colour on the body and wheels is pure retro Motorsport style. The only thing missing to really give it that late 70’s early 80’s rally style is a set of old school Cibié driving and spot lamps..
As a former Datsun 280Z owner, I can say, unequivocally that this is one sick Z. I hope that you are proud of this because it really is an amazing build. I also agree with you; this looks amazing with the 2+2 body.
The interior is clean and smooth but that engine bay is meticulously beautiful. Love the 2+2 path too. I'd ve kept the rear bumper just for protection. And the fact that's the original paint color is just oooo. Great job and good idea.
Nice to see a 2+2 build. I rebuilt a 74 2+2 several years ago, and a buyer from Kuwait took it off my hands. I had that car 19 years, and I sure do miss it.
Thanks. They are such an overlooked chassis. I do understand why many think they are ugly compared to the coupe, but with the right mods they are awesome. Like, this one.
Beautiful rebuild. Love the fine details,keeping it original yet modern,perfect example of a Restomod. Car embodies function and form in my opinion. Again,job well done and excellent execution. Big up from Jamaica
Once upon a time I was a Z purist but I've gotten over myself since then. A 4 cylinder isn't the way I would have gone but you made it work. It's not a rebuild, refurbish, or even a refresh but it's still a Z with the classic lines and you get kudos from someone who has been working on these classics for over 30 years. Good job and don't let the purists keep you from expressing your art as you see fit.
I just don't understand why Nissan doesn't just bring this old classic design back to the market. In recent years Chevy and Ford have brought back old classic Camaro and Mustang designs and it has paid off very well for them. I really think it would be a really smart move if Nissan could do the same by bringing back the original 240z design, especially since they're struggling financially. Doing this I'm sure would really help them out, believe me!
1970's Datsun 280zx has some of the most beautiful lunes of any car, any era. Love it! Would like to see these restored with the Japanese 'Fairlady" badging.
I would have been mad if they did this to a 13,000 mile 2 seater. The 2+2 was a great choice. They turned what is usually an unwanted car into a really sexy racer/streeter.
I've never been a fan of the 2+2, but I really like what you've done with this. I imagine that extra wheelbase makes it that much smoother in the ride department. Very impressive.
Not gonna lie im actually really happy with this build. The 2 + 2 is a car not many people modify so its nice to see. The sr20 was a great idea as most of the time people just put either an RB or an ls in them. I like how you tried to keep it as era specific as possible. Good build
My buddy in college had a 1971 260z with a 280z 6 pack racing engine. We got it up to 180 mph and when we stopped, the engine was still cold to the touch. That was the fastest I've ever gone in a car.
The car looks really good, I'm totally dig'n it. Nice and clean and I'm glad you made an effort to stay true to the original brand and era of tuning and styling. Big thumbs up!
Well done on the build. I absolutely love it. Thank you for not doing a RB engine swop, way too many people do it on 240z/260z/280z's and no longer unique. Thank you for choosing the 2+2 for a change. . . . .much respect from Swaziland - Africa.
Usually I always find something to change with builds like these. But this time, I have nothing to say, I don’t even like the 280Z, the color, stands, rims, interior, engine setup…OMG….flawless, beautiful. I bet this car will go for, at least, 100k. Well done.
Hamish McEwan I agree! Ive never understood why on the majority of these builds, even pro touring, they use seats that can snap your neck in an instant!!??
I've always despised the 2+2. I have a 71 240Z coupe and I'm always surprised at how many people can't see the difference between the coupe and the 2+2. I've always said a 2+2 is like trying to make a 4 door Nova or 4 door Chevelle look cool............Can't be done. BUT...... This 2+2 is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! Great Job! Beautiful car!
Great enthusiast build ,You can tell this guy put in heart. Not much on the 2+2. But they are out there and are Z cars. I have a 73 240z and a 78 289z Both restomoded as twins. One blue accents in brilliant white the other red accents in brilliant white . Semi flat flares and spoiler and bumper as is here,a very common classic theme. Car looks good,and such low mileage you had to build it even if it was a 2+2. Only problem with the 2+2 is you always wish you had the 2 seater. There have been a few really Kool 2+2 and if that's what you got ,you got to make them as Kool as you can.All the classic Z restom mids work.I don't like seeing any Z bone stock....that's a snooze fest.
Thank you for the kind words. I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show, especially and specifically because it is a 2.0L, 4-cylinder "tiny" motor to them. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love.
I love the car but I'm sitting here just thinking why they SR20 swapt it. Why didn't they keep the L2800 and bored it up to 3.1. If you twin turbo that and tune it right you will have a real monster.
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show. Additionally, there was nowhere near enough time or money to do a proper L28 twin turbo setup. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love
Big Mike My hats of 2 ya! Im an old dude and this era Z car was new when I was a pup. That 2+2 roof line is hideous. Reminded me of the same perversion the Jag XKE 2+2 suffered. Im not sure how you did it but you pulled off a miracle. This 2+2 is stunning! I still gotta poke you about tossing the I6 thou. My God thats a lusty sounding 6 that stirred the soul! Well done overall thou. Ive been watching your work. Your gonna be a legend son.
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show, especially and specifically because it is a 2.0L, 4-cylinder "tiny" motor to them. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love.
2+2 is great because of those openable rear quarter windows. I can't remember if they are cable operated but they are in the later 280zx. I remember having the a/c fan fail and opening the vent windows would suck the cold air through the a/c system on the highway and I had air conditioning.
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love. As for me, perhaps go to my IG and see. IG: @thebigmike
I really love this project, but i would've gone for actual seats with headrests, so that you can actually drive this "quick and nimble racing car" with atleast a minimum of safety. The style of the seats is nice though.
I remember when they built this Zcar on the show. It's a beautiful car, I love it. This is one of my favorite Japanese cars. I am a sucker for the first and second year 280's, I really like the first year of the 2+2 cars.
Cheers Mike ! I know the purists are gonna hate it, especially as its rolling on 3 spoke Advans :) but if it turns out half as cool as this baby - I'll be a very happy bunny..
Ah, yes. The Purists. Some of them are sadly quite close-minded and judgmental. Nonetheless, do what I want and enjoy your build! I look forward to seeing it. Tag me on Instagram so I can check it out.
This dude knows how to talk.....and talk right. My attention was fixed watching him, throughout. And he certainly knows how to plug GMG😂 great car and great video
I appreciate those words, thank you. It seems that some people think that I didn't plug them but yet somehow didn't hear the very first description on how it was a collaboration LOL
Yeah, that's really the thought, isn't it. I get the wanting the modern engine and suspension. I just watched the two episodes of the build. That thing was beautiful before they started wrenching and cutting on it. Absolutely pristine. If it had been a survivor American muscle car, the guys in the garage would have mutinied. And did you see what happened to it? After they sold it, the car burnt to the ground in the truck shipping it to the new owner. Sad end to something that had been left untouched for years.
Thanks! Weight balance, placement, sizing, etc were some of the factors that went in to the choice of an SR20. I love the RB motor, but there wasn't anywhere near enough time or money to do a proper RB setup.
I’m a pure muscle car guy but I love this car. I saw these when I was a kid and thought it was one of the coolest during that time. Glad you didn’t LS swap it.
This is awesome to read.
Big mike you deserve a lot of credit on this one , the execution on the car is just perfect , color , parts, engine everything was very thought out , the level of detail and a true Japanese inspired build, this is a great representation of what the true import scene is and how it was always meant to be. No body kits or crazy spoilers just straight to business, circuit style Japanese import build . Well done
I really appreciate those words, thank you very much.
One of the greatest builds to ever come out of GMG
This style of build has been done over and over, those arches are just an eyesore and make the whole car look like a 17 year olds beater MX5. Props on the motor that looks top.
Beautiful build GMGT! Impressive attention to era correctness!
I appreciate that you value the attention to era correctness.
This is 100% the bolloxs. The stance is just perfect, the colour on the body and wheels is pure retro Motorsport style. The only thing missing to really give it that late 70’s early 80’s rally style is a set of old school Cibié driving and spot lamps..
Thank you for the kind words!
As a former Datsun 280Z owner, I can say, unequivocally that this is one sick Z. I hope that you are proud of this because it really is an amazing build. I also agree with you; this looks amazing with the 2+2 body.
Thank you very much! It was important to me to stay true to the lineage of the car and accent - not alter- the body lines.
The interior is clean and smooth but that engine bay is meticulously beautiful. Love the 2+2 path too. I'd ve kept the rear bumper just for protection. And the fact that's the original paint color is just oooo. Great job and good idea.
Thank you very much
this car is STUNNING !
Agreed!
Nice to see a 2+2 build. I rebuilt a 74 2+2 several years ago, and a buyer from Kuwait took it off my hands. I had that car 19 years, and I sure do miss it.
Thanks. They are such an overlooked chassis. I do understand why many think they are ugly compared to the coupe, but with the right mods they are awesome. Like, this one.
Beautiful rebuild. Love the fine details,keeping it original yet modern,perfect example of a Restomod. Car embodies function and form in my opinion. Again,job well done and excellent execution. Big up from Jamaica
Once upon a time I was a Z purist but I've gotten over myself since then. A 4 cylinder isn't the way I would have gone but you made it work. It's not a rebuild, refurbish, or even a refresh but it's still a Z with the classic lines and you get kudos from someone who has been working on these classics for over 30 years. Good job and don't let the purists keep you from expressing your art as you see fit.
I just don't understand why Nissan doesn't just bring this old classic design back to the market. In recent years Chevy and Ford have brought back old classic Camaro and Mustang designs and it has paid off very well for them. I really think it would be a really smart move if Nissan could do the same by bringing back the original 240z design, especially since they're struggling financially. Doing this I'm sure would really help them out, believe me!
Dude you’re gonna love 2023
Search 2023 Nissan Z. 400Hp, manual stick, taking various elements from the best designs.. it sings!
400z
Normally, I don't care much for GMG, but this 280Z...! WOW!!! Way to go guys!
Thanks!
1970's Datsun 280zx has some of the most beautiful lunes of any car, any era. Love it! Would like to see these restored with the Japanese 'Fairlady" badging.
Love everything about the car... every inch of the car have detailed hard work, and it shows off. Good job one day you guys will built my car.
my dad's 1st car after coming to America,but what you've done is amazing.
Still have it?
You did an amazing job!!! This car ROCKS.
Never thought a 2+2 could look good. This looks amazing. Well done.
Thank you very much!
Thank you very much! I always knew that chassis could look amazing if done right!
This man has an immeasurable passion for his job
Amazing, thats my dream, to have a classic car that is actually brand new
I understand that!
I like it how you put it. A classic car that is actually brand new!
I would have been mad if they did this to a 13,000 mile 2 seater. The 2+2 was a great choice. They turned what is usually an unwanted car into a really sexy racer/streeter.
Thank you very much!
This car is soooooo beautiful. It's a shame we don't bring back classic lines more like this.
I've never been a fan of the 2+2, but I really like what you've done with this. I imagine that extra wheelbase makes it that much smoother in the ride department. Very impressive.
Thank you! One of the goals was to sway the worlds' opinion on the 2+2.
Big Mike I'd be interested in seeing what you could do with a 300 ZX 2+2.
Not gonna lie im actually really happy with this build. The 2 + 2 is a car not many people modify so its nice to see. The sr20 was a great idea as most of the time people just put either an RB or an ls in them. I like how you tried to keep it as era specific as possible. Good build
I appreciate the kind words very much
No problem mate
That's a really nice build combination. . Colour , wheels, all just seems to work really well, 👌
Love it. Have been searching for a 280z to build for myself. You gave me some good insight and ideas in the way i should go. Awesome work man!!
Thank you!
280Z bumper shave is no "small touch." 240 or 260 with the chrome looks dope.
Props to this guy, but a fairlady build would be sick af.
The chrome bumper is horrifyingly ugly. Its the only thing that makes the car look ugly and dated imo
It is a fairlady in Japan its a fairlady Z everywhere else its a 240 260 280 300 350 Z
I meant the Fairlady ZG, my mistake.
Big bumpers are ugly due to US regulations. The JDM bumpers look good tho, the 280 would've looked much better with them.
Hi. What do you mean by 280 bumper shave is no small touch?
My buddy in college had a 1971 260z with a 280z 6 pack racing engine. We got it up to 180 mph and when we stopped, the engine was still cold to the touch. That was the fastest I've ever gone in a car.
I was never a fan of the 2+2 but this one is awesome!
I'm happy to hear it!
This Z looks amazing my dude excellent job!!!! Love love everything in it, perfect build!
Thanks!
Good thing they were in a rush in the last couple days to keep it green. Looks great
Pity it burned to a crisp :(
This is an OMG sort of cat. It really caught my attention and had to watch. Great job to our presenter and to the entire staff.
good to see the old garage moving to the tuner stage as well, a real nice one too
The car looks really good, I'm totally dig'n it. Nice and clean and I'm glad you made an effort to stay true to the original brand and era of tuning and styling. Big thumbs up!
Thank you very much!
Good for you man! Great design! I absolutely love this car and your vision for the final product.
Thank you very much
I love this build. Not as much as I love my own 240z, but that's because it's mine.
Absolutely amazing. What wonderful job you guys did on this. Beautiful car.
Well done on the build. I absolutely love it. Thank you for not doing a RB engine swop, way too many people do it on 240z/260z/280z's and no longer unique. Thank you for choosing the 2+2 for a change. . . . .much respect from Swaziland - Africa.
Thank you for the kind words!
Usually I always find something to change with builds like these. But this time, I have nothing to say, I don’t even like the 280Z, the color, stands, rims, interior, engine setup…OMG….flawless, beautiful.
I bet this car will go for, at least, 100k.
Well done.
Those are awesome words. Thank you very much!.
Damn. I love everything about that. Great work
Thank you!
WasabiCars zsssss@ss8s8ss dad
Surprised to see you around these parts mr.wasabi
Lmao
@@BigMikeEdition ,, did this car get wrecked in transit ?
so glad this is gonna be on fast and loud
Yes no like tesla shitty cars
Lovely. I'd definitely want a head rest to avoid whiplash if your rear ended.
Hamish McEwan I agree! Ive never understood why on the majority of these builds, even pro touring, they use seats that can snap your neck in an instant!!??
I've always despised the 2+2. I have a 71 240Z coupe and I'm always surprised at how many people can't see the difference between the coupe and the 2+2. I've always said a 2+2 is like trying to make a 4 door Nova or 4 door Chevelle look cool............Can't be done. BUT...... This 2+2 is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! Great Job! Beautiful car!
That is by farrrr the nicest car gas monkey has built. Sick bro amazing.
Great enthusiast build ,You can tell this guy put in heart. Not much on the 2+2. But they are out there and are Z cars.
I have a 73 240z and a 78 289z
Both restomoded as twins. One blue accents in brilliant white the other red accents in brilliant white .
Semi flat flares and spoiler and bumper as is here,a very common classic theme.
Car looks good,and such low mileage you had to build it even if it was a 2+2.
Only problem with the 2+2 is you always wish you had the 2 seater.
There have been a few really Kool 2+2 and if that's what you got ,you got to make them as Kool as you can.All the classic Z restom mids work.I don't like seeing any Z bone stock....that's a snooze fest.
at first i though it was DJ Khaled
Wait he's not? I thought he did car build in the side on top of DJing
Lilo Pasha me too
Another one!
So did I … Lol .
Lmao
can’t wait to drive my 280z again. been working it on for some time
Finally an import.This is beautiful.....this is art. I love Fast and Loud and the cars they build, thanks for this coming from an import enthusiast.
Thank you! I'm an import guy as well.
Hats off to a gorgeous build.
Thank you for putting an sr20 motor in it instead of an LS.
I also would’ve been happy with an RB26
Thank you for the kind words. I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show, especially and specifically because it is a 2.0L, 4-cylinder "tiny" motor to them. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love.
Big Mike
Do you know a reputable shop in SoCal that can rebuild a redtop Sr20det?
so glad they didn't LS swap it. glad they went and did something original
Thank you. I would never (well, maybe not NEVER) put an LS in one of these. I wanted to keep it in the family.
Big Mike not an over statement but has to be one of the cleanest Z's I've ever seen
I agree. LS is an awesome engine, but I’m all for keeping it all Datsun/Nissan.
Awesome compliment. Thank you.
Craig D "IF YOU BUILD IT , THE LS WILL COME"! lol. Call it the "build of dreams" !
I saw this last year. I forgot to give a like so I came back.
Love those classic Z cars.....doesn't matter how it's done!!!
They are all just beautiful cars
finally a true z fan
A friend pulled up to high school in a brand new 240Z in 1978, just a gorgeous car.
I had a 260z 2+2 back in the 80s so nice to drive still got the wheels set of 5, rear spoiler badges .....
Awesome!
I can’t recall a single word he said...I just kept imagining him chasing around Aladdin with a sword.
Lmao
😂😂😂
Damn wish my 260z looked that good! It will get there one day
I have a whole new appreciation for 2+2 Z’s now, Quite simply a beautiful car. Honestly I’d rather keep an L series under the hood tho
this car is Heaven...words are not enough...
That's very kind of you to say
Have never seen a green like this. A masterpiece. Thanks for building it!
Nice compliment!
Always liked the 2+2 fast backs! It's a good look.
I love the car but I'm sitting here just thinking why they SR20 swapt it. Why didn't they keep the L2800 and bored it up to 3.1. If you twin turbo that and tune it right you will have a real monster.
Sounds like you've watched too much wangan midnight
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show. Additionally, there was nowhere near enough time or money to do a proper L28 twin turbo setup. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love
Jacob Graham Yeah true, that would’ve been really sweet. But nonetheless that bad boy a beast and ain’t nothing sweet about it!! 🏆🏆🏆
Should have rb swapped it
Big Mike
My hats of 2 ya! Im an old dude and this era Z car was new when I was a pup. That 2+2 roof line is hideous. Reminded me of the same perversion the Jag XKE 2+2 suffered.
Im not sure how you did it but you pulled off a miracle. This 2+2 is stunning! I still gotta poke you about tossing the I6 thou. My God thats a lusty sounding 6 that stirred the soul! Well done overall thou. Ive been watching your work. Your gonna be a legend son.
Damn I never comment but, man that is the sickest Dotson I've ever seen.
Thank you. That's an awesome compliment.
Big Mike thank you for showing it us.
You're welcome
Big mike a OG, good to see how far he's come since i remember his hatch in the magazine
Thank you very much!
I have fell in love with this car. Genuinely this is my new dream car. Forget your lambo or Ferrari, this is the 1 for me
Awesome
This has to be one of the sexiest Z's I've ever laid eyes on.
Thank you very much!
really nice build inside and out!
Thanks!
U turned it into a 2000gt-z . Dope. Great green.
Great build! Glad to see a 2+2 getting some love.
Thank you!
Love the green and black trim....Super Fly!
Yup!
B-E-A-UTIFUL! I LOVE THIS CAR!
Awesome looking car pity they put a 4 cylinder in it should have been a straight 6 maybe an RB25DE
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show, especially and specifically because it is a 2.0L, 4-cylinder "tiny" motor to them. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love.
Fair enough man, i still love the car at least it's not electric :-)
I'm just happy it's not a ls.
Or V10, as someone did in their channel 😂😂😂
Check out MCM 280z build. They actually put in a RB26 I believe and they take it to the track to reveal it.
(Actually it is a 240z)
I gotta ask, WHY a 2+2? Yes I love Zs but the proportions for the 2+2 kinda suck...
I was thinking the same thing. Weird how not many people are saying the same. 2 seater would have been so much better...
Absolutely stunningly beautiful! Also I was born in 1975, which makes it even cooler to me.
Thank you for the kind words!
2+2 is great because of those openable rear quarter windows. I can't remember if they are cable operated but they are in the later 280zx. I remember having the a/c fan fail and opening the vent windows would suck the cold air through the a/c system on the highway and I had air conditioning.
Cool car! But should've used an RB26DETT unboosted to sound like a Z, not an SR20DET. Who is this Big Mike character?
I chose an SR20 for a variety of reasons, but one of the main ones was because of the weight balance that it retains. The car stays close to the original 48/52 weight balance that it came with originally when using an SR20, which was one of the reasons the vehicle was so successful in racing such as SCCA. Additionally, you must take in to consideration that the viewers of that show are used to high horsepower, torquey American muscle cars. A fully built SR20 with a properly sized Garrett turbo makes for solid horsepower and torque, which is something that makes it that much able to be respected/appreciated/relatable to those who watch the show. Additionally, as much as I love the RB, I would have wanted to do a fully built RB26DETT and there was nowhere near enough time or money to do the setup that I wanted to properly. Nowhere near enough time or money. I hope that gives you some perspective and context to why I made the decisions I did. Thanks for the love.
As for me, perhaps go to my IG and see. IG: @thebigmike
lol you aint got to lie, Craig. you swapped the ENTIRE drivetrain. you did the sr20 because hipster. that is all.
LOL
Time and money over doing it right. Lol should of been a six.
I look forward to seeing you build one utilizing the powerplant you think is best
I would give all 3 of my ride for this car! where is it!
Now that s a amazing beautiful car
Very nicely done. Luv Z cars --- not into the 2+2, but this one is sweet and you made it work! Awesome setup, sits nice and not too over the top.
Awesome compliment. Thanks!
I have no freaking idea what he was talking about but that car is freaking owsome
I really love this project, but i would've gone for actual seats with headrests, so that you can actually drive this "quick and nimble racing car" with atleast a minimum of safety. The style of the seats is nice though.
Car looks amazing, the only thing missing is quad exhausts imo
Go big mike car looks awesome
Thank you!
i had no idea this car had 2+2 version, it's so damn perfect, you turned it into a masterpiece
Well thank you!
I remember when they built this Zcar on the show. It's a beautiful car, I love it. This is one of my favorite Japanese cars. I am a sucker for the first and second year 280's, I really like the first year of the 2+2 cars.
beautiful cars those Z's. my father's got a 260 survivor with 17,000 miles
Thanks
Wow, your father has a gem!
of course its green hahah
Beautiful color.
M. Hayes Yeah it looks really nice
M. Hayes valley
Blue is nicer!
At least it's green because that's the original color, not because Richard wanted it that way lol
Nice he helped design the ca...wait did he just call that a "Gary" gt40 turbo?!?! Didn't sound like Garrett to me
Skyline Fabricator yea im pretty sure he did yea, tought I was the only one who heard that lol
it also has rack and peanut steering.
I’m glad I’m not the only one
Max Power Very error pacific.
haha Guy knows his shit..
Sweet ride ! thats pretty similar to the CA18DET powered 74.5 260Z I'm in the middle of building ...
Awesome
Cheers Mike ! I know the purists are gonna hate it, especially as its rolling on 3 spoke Advans :) but if it turns out half as cool as this baby - I'll be a very happy bunny..
Ah, yes. The Purists. Some of them are sadly quite close-minded and judgmental. Nonetheless, do what I want and enjoy your build! I look forward to seeing it. Tag me on Instagram so I can check it out.
This dude knows how to talk.....and talk right. My attention was fixed watching him, throughout. And he certainly knows how to plug GMG😂 great car and great video
I appreciate those words, thank you. It seems that some people think that I didn't plug them but yet somehow didn't hear the very first description on how it was a collaboration LOL
Fricken beautiful!
That’s awesome!!
Thanks!
Oh yeah love a good Datsun 😎
So timeless
Big Mike sure is well done on the build! Great job, I’m restoring a 260z 2+2 atm and this has defiantly given me a boost of motivation 😎
That's awesome. Best of luck.
Big Mike thanks mike! We have some videos on our channel if you wanna check them out 😎 thanks
This actually looks a lot better than expected. Hmmm now I’m not sure if I should sell my 1970 240z 🤔😭
Thank you. if you do decide to sell it, I know people who would be interested in purchasing it. Let me know :)
Big Mike I don’t mind parting with it as long as I get a good offer
Me and my family love Z cars, and my grandfather used to have a 2+2...not the biggest fan of them, but this one is beautiful. Great job
Thanks!
Magnifique. Travail vraiment de très haut niveau
Too bad burnt to ground while delivering
Burnt up
13k miles. Would have left it alone. Chopped up another one
Yeah, that's really the thought, isn't it. I get the wanting the modern engine and suspension. I just watched the two episodes of the build. That thing was beautiful before they started wrenching and cutting on it. Absolutely pristine. If it had been a survivor American muscle car, the guys in the garage would have mutinied.
And did you see what happened to it? After they sold it, the car burnt to the ground in the truck shipping it to the new owner. Sad end to something that had been left untouched for years.
This car will get some Ferrari's attention fosho😎
:-)
Amazing build! Not sure on the SR motor though. Should of kept original motor or an RB26 motor would be insane!
Thanks! Weight balance, placement, sizing, etc were some of the factors that went in to the choice of an SR20. I love the RB motor, but there wasn't anywhere near enough time or money to do a proper RB setup.
This car is cleaner and smother than a 2018 model, great work
Thanks!