Datsun 260z widebody/flared arches

Laurie

New Forum User
Hi,

This is my 260z with widebody/flared arches - I think it improves the look of the car. Opinions please?

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Woody928

Events Officer
Staff member
Club Member
Hi Laurie,

Seeing as you've asked for opinions I can't be wrong ;) Just be prepared for what you ask for.

Personally it is not to my taste, I don't think it enhances the original shape of the car. I much prefer the stock lines of the original car and think that the wheels fitted are too big for the era. In my opinion I wouldn't want wheels any bigger than 16's fitted and 15's with proper rubber generally get my vote. Are the arches functional? (what size are the rear wheels/tyres?).

It looks like the work has been done to a good standard and if you like it then why worry, it's your car at the end of the day and non one else's.
 

Chappers

Club Member
I don't dislike it but I prefer standard.
I may be wrong but it appears to have a front strut brace on the rear?
 

Jimbo

1978 260z in yellow
Club Member
nice concept but i have to agree with the others the lines especially where it meets the back of the doors isnt quite as nice as origenal.
that said i like the wheels!
but each to their own, still nice to see another z
 

johnymd

Club Member
I'm always interested in wide body cars but with an s30, I'm not sure it works that well. I think its because the rear wheel is just too close the back of the door to get a good enough transmission. The corvettes achieved it by having the door bled well into the arch/quarter from factory.

Just my opinion. Looks great from the back though.
 

Mr Ex Jnr

Club Member
Lovely looking 260z seen it on facebook on a spotted page u in yorkahire

Everyone got there own taste upto you what you do I like standard z I like racing z my mates for widen rear on his 260z
 
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