1983 280ZX TURBO
Specifications
| Year | 1983 |
| Mileage | 28,000 mi |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Condition | Like new |
| Title Status | Clean |
| VIN | JN1HZ04S4DX567252 |
Owner's Pitch
"Unique, one-of-a-kind 1983 Datsun 280ZX Turbo restomod. Features a genuine JDM Pandem widebody kit, 28k-mile replacement L28 engine with Garrett turbo, and 288hp dyno-tuned output. Meticulously finished in metallic gray with Snowflake 3-piece wheels and period-correct Recaro sport seats. A show-ready icon perfectly blending 80s aesthetics with modern performance and reliability."
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Description
Overview: This 1983 Datsun 280ZX Turbo is a unique, high-performance restomod featuring an authentic Pandem widebody kit. It is powered by a replacement L28 inline-six with only 28,000 miles, professionally built with an aftermarket turbocharger and ported heads.
Performance Specs: The build produces 288 horsepower and 367 lb-ft of torque at 10 lbs of boost. Upgrades include a Garrett T3/T04E hybrid turbo, Microtech LT-10 ECU, custom 3-inch exhaust, Bosch 044 fuel pump, and 850cc injectors. Power is managed by a T5 manual transmission with a Centerforce clutch and aluminum flywheel.
Exterior and Interior: Refinished in Metallic Gray (082) with black-finished trim. It sits on custom 17-inch three-piece Snowflake wheels (11-inch front, 12-inch rear) with Nitto NT555 G2 tires. The interior features period-correct Recaro/Renoma sport seats, a Kenwood stereo, and JL Audio speakers.
Suspension and Chassis: The car rides on Vogtland lowering springs and KYB gas shocks, supported by Energy Suspension bushings and a Techno Toy Tuning strut bar. Stopping power is provided by power-assisted cross-drilled discs with stainless-steel lines.
Market Highlights
- The Restomod Renaissance: In 2026, the market for modified Japanese classics has significantly outpaced traditional stock restorations. High-quality builds like this Pandem 280ZX attract a demographic that values modern power and aggressive 'cyberpunk' aesthetics over museum-grade originality, driving prices for professional builds into the premium bracket.
- Southern California JDM Scene: SoCal remains the global epicenter for vintage Nissan/Datsun culture. Authentic Japanese components, such as a genuine Pandem kit versus a replica, carry substantial weight in this market, often accounting for a $15,000+ swing in valuation among serious collectors and show-goers.
- S130 Market Trajectory: Long overlooked in favor of the S30 (240Z), the 280ZX (S130) has seen rapid appreciation as younger collectors enter the market. The Turbo manual configuration is the most desirable variant, and when paired with a professional performance build, it represents a highly liquid asset in the collector car space.