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Well, I sold my beautiful 200sx over a year ago (the one below). I managed to get $2,100.00 for it. There is one in Dallas for $1,900.00 that looks interesting (although the brown 70's "ugh" colors are rather awful versus the clean black interiors I am used to). By the way, the Yellow one in Phoenix that someone bought was definitely the Tucson Yellow 200sx being sold over 2 years ago. In looking at the pics, it looked great from 10 feet, but getting closer showed some flaws. The door jambs were not cleanly painted. The interior had pieces also that were worn.
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Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
Well, the day has finally arrived. I sold my '78 200sx for $2,150.00. The new owner is elated (he's been trying to find one in the condition mine is in for over 15 years). At least he is a happy camper (and it is going to another Silvia aficianado). Car started immediately after it sat for a month (and ran just as nice as the last time I drove it back in September). He plans on painting it "Black". His father had one in back where he comes from (it was yellow, called "Silvia", and had the side mirrors on the front fender). He is elated he has the North American version (with the L20b). So, I am now without a toy (the economy has done its damage). Now to concentrate on making it day by day without losing the roof over my head. I'll pop in from time to time, and I truly appreciate the welcome ya'll gave me. -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
Price Drop - $2,500.00 (I would rather not have to put it into storage). -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
What is the story on the above rusty 200sx? Is it available for parts? -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
Thanks for that. What is your charge to do so? -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
Upon closer inspection of those pics, it appears to have the following: The dash does have cracks (you can see the dash doesn't "fit" correctly also, so most likely has been affected by the Desert regarding warping). I do like the seats re: upholstry. It is missing a couple of chrome trim pieces (rear right light / lower side) and the rear bumper has a small "pressed in" tweak. I am noticing the paint is covering certain locations that will peel after a certain period of time (such as door latch). I love the alloys. Front bumper slighly higher in front right (drivers side). Paint does look good in these pics. I wonder how it runs....... -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
http://chicago.craig...2558223132.html It is a 3 spd automatic, not a 5 speed. As for "rot", its just the rockers (minor), not the floor boards (and being a larger guy, I can assure you that the seats are sitting on solid floorboards). Otherwise, it drives better than the one I had between 1983 and 1988. it literally starts up at the turn of a key (without touching the gas pedal). I wouldn't hesitate driving it cross country. I'm selling mine because it is an extra 4th vehicle and due to the economy..... I need to reduce my monthly outlays/costs (and because my son has no time to help me on weekends and to go to car shows). There is no such thing as a non Rusty 200sx (unless in Portland or Seattle), and those command prices of $4K and up. I was quoted $700.00 to repair the metal (I'd do the paint after the repair) The even harder part is getting a 200sx that is not rusty, doesn't have dry rot in the interior affecting wiring / plastic / dash, AND runs great. Mine has minor rocker rot, otherwise, is in fantastic shape regarding running condition and interior condition. -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
The crickets, they be chirpin' :( -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
I'd sell mine for $3,000.00. I just replaced the starter with a rebuilt (and keep a spare in the trunk just in case since rebuilts for old Datsuns seem to go south at the weirdest of times), I had an oil change (and had the rear differential fluid replaced which cleared up the slight vibration at 60 mph). The miles is 123 K. I am finding out that my son claimed interest in car shows, but instead cannot find the time to actually go with me to them (and having our Class A RV takes up weekends already). Since I am crazy busy at work, I have no time to drive it like I want to (except on the weekends). The car needs: Lower rockers cut and metal shaped to fill (the only rust on the car mind you). Front fenders lower dog legs metal replaced (in conjunction with the rockers. Ceiling vinyl reglued to headliner (it is slightly loose). Strong rubbing compound and wax job (paint is still decent, it needs to shine). Slight rips in front seats, just needs an ulpholstry shop to repair (take both seats out, drop 'em off, spend $200, and they'll come back smokin') The car other wise has the following positives: 1. It is a VERY clean 200sx. The dash and interior is in great shape. Everything WORKS. The car is STRAIGHT. 2. Drivetrain is solid Engine purrs like a kitten and maintains correct idle (carb is GREAT). Tranny shifts great. Car drives straight and at speed. Engine temp / cooling system stays at norm (no overheating). 3. Solid newer Firestone tires. 4. Solid Brakes all around. 5. Solid Exhaust (quiet). 6. Solid Struts and NEW Shocks in rear. 7. All fluids changed regularly (extensive work receipt history comes with the car). 8. Bumpers are unmolested. 9. All lights work. 10. Original AM-FM Stereo (with 2 rear original clarions and one front dash speaker that work great, no clatter). 11. It comes from Alaska (via South Dakota and then Minnesota). I am the second owner. 12. I wouldn't hesitate to drive it to California. I am putting it out there as better running than the yellow one in Tucson (which has redone seats and perfect rockers, but mine is in better running condition and it is easier to get the few quirks resolve on mine than fixing the bumpers and misc. ideosyncrasies with the Tucson one). Willing to trade for a Datsun King Cab truck in great shape (or better yet, a Toyota Dolphin RV in good shape). Just putting it out there to see if any interest. -
I agree that $4,100 is a large chunk of change. Regarding going "mod", you might not have much of a choice as it is getting very difficult to stay stock with there being little in the parts department regarding interior / exterior parts (mechanical is another thing... that is much easier to deal with). The dash cap is a perfect solution to a cracked dash (just fill in the crack and sand down first so adhesive will work great). Already have used one on another 200sx I used to have, and it looked stock (you see an edge.... but that is along the dash lines so it doesn't detract. My car just needs upholstry on the seats, some mechanical resolutions (drivetrain has vibration issue, possible rear end or ujoint issue), and the rockers cut out and replaced with metal (and painted). otherwise, mine is in great shape (and once the seats and headliner are done, the interior will look almost mint).
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Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
We all have those bumpers. I wish I could get ahold of the Silvia parts to streamline the front and rear end of mine......... -
Fishhead (Dan from AZ).: Did you get that yellow 200sx from Tucson, AZ?
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Well, the guy I sold / traded my spare 200sx to...... already is selling it. :( Bummer.
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Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
It was posted on 6/30 so I figure the link will not work soon (hence, my adding the ad info onto the post). The 200sx looks phonomenal.......... -
Where have all the 70's 200sx's gone?
amarine1 replied to fisch's topic in Other Datsuns and Nissans
A purty '78 200sx for sale in AZ. Ayeeeeee......... carumba...... http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/2461011860.html DATSUN 200 SX AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2.0 ENGINE 4 CILYNDERS NO ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS,NEW BRAKES,NEW MASTER CILYNDER,NEW TIRES,NEW WATER PUMP,UPHOLSTERY REDONE,FRESH PAINT JOB RECENTLY TUNE-UP ,VERY RARE CAR,I'M SELLING IT BECAUSE I NEED TO BUY A FAMILY CAR,ASKING 4100 O.B.O. QUESTIONS @ 207 3563