TimW
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RHD 240z on Autotrader
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I bought mine on AutoTrader. I was sat at my desk one day totally uninspired and thought I wonder if there is one out there. Saw her in AutoTrader, called up immediately. Left work early and bought it on the spot. Even forgot to take the V5 or sales receipt when I drove away!!! She had me at H of the Hello!
Not much of a description on this one though.
However, looks like she needs some loving - floor pans potentially and some interior stuff.
Not much of a description on this one though.
However, looks like she needs some loving - floor pans potentially and some interior stuff.
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TimW
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Agree,was thinking the same.. the word 'Project' came to mind.
lol.. Yup, It happens. Fortunately for me, RIDDLER being meticulous in all he approaches made sure the only thing I left behind was the cash..lol.. I'm sure if it wasn't for him I would have done the same. lol..
I didn't want to comment on the car in case it was a members, but looking at the silver car Sean posted it does imo raise the question how extra does one pay for RHD.
You buddy got a stunning car there!!!!! Not to mention one that has been blessed by Damon Hill's pert buttocks!
I often used that car's photos as reference points for what I would like to do to mine. Rob did a great job of keeping that car in good nick and as original as possible. In fact if I recall correctly it's still on points, right?
So, did Rob also part with the "old man" tartan blanket from the boot or did he keep that for the Rover where it belongs!?
(*Joke flag flying very high and proud*)
Mr Ex Jnr
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but looking at the silver car Sean posted it does imo raise the question how extra does one pay for RHD.[/QUOTE]
Well my option is left hand drive should be half the price of a rhd. Lot of people are trying it and they don't seem to sell. UK right hand drive are worth the money people are asking
Why should Ford escort be asking stupid money well Ford in general there for boxes ???
Speaking to a few zedder from Donny and all there cars were evaluated over 25k and they are tidy rhd zeds
Well my option is left hand drive should be half the price of a rhd. Lot of people are trying it and they don't seem to sell. UK right hand drive are worth the money people are asking
Why should Ford escort be asking stupid money well Ford in general there for boxes ???
Speaking to a few zedder from Donny and all there cars were evaluated over 25k and they are tidy rhd zeds
Well my option is left hand drive should be half the price of a rhd. ............./QUOTE]
That silver car is a far better car than this red one.
Alphabettispaghetti
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Well my option is left hand drive should be half the price of a rhd. Lot of people are trying it and they don't seem to sell. UK right hand drive are worth the money people are asking
Why should Ford escort be asking stupid money well Ford in general there for boxes ???
Speaking to a few zedder from Donny and all there cars were evaluated over 25k and they are tidy rhd zeds[/QUOTE]
Would a rhd f40 be worth half the amount of a lhd one?
You're statement makes no sense at all. Lhd cars are worth less in the uk, propbabaly not as much as lhd to rhd conversion will cost though.
The **** doesn't sell. That's it. Good cars sell regardless. People are buying into lhd cars because of the cost of getting bodywork done, to a good standard on rhd cars.
Jon_Flynn
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Have to agree with franky on this one. There is a premium for the RHD cars over here, but most like me will choose a solid LHD over a ropey RHD at the same money most of the time. I looked at a few RHD ones early this year, all were north of £20k but only Riddlers was the one in as decent condition as the LHD one I picked up for less than half that in the end - but I really think I got mine for a song considering how some of the other LHD ones are selling.
I genuinely think the silver LHD one is worth more in its current condition than some of the RHD ones seen recently. People can advertise cars at prices that it doesn't sell at all day long - but if it's like the black one and up for £20k for months and isn't selling it's because either the car isn't right and is overpriced or the market has lost touch with the desirability.
Good cars are selling and I suspect that LhD silver one will make over £20k when it sells, whereas the black one has dropped from £23k to £19k and still hasn't sold.
And on top of that, I don't see what the big stigma against LHD is... only problem I've had with mine is parking in the work car park - had to jump out to press the button!
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I genuinely think the silver LHD one is worth more in its current condition than some of the RHD ones seen recently. People can advertise cars at prices that it doesn't sell at all day long - but if it's like the black one and up for £20k for months and isn't selling it's because either the car isn't right and is overpriced or the market has lost touch with the desirability.
Good cars are selling and I suspect that LhD silver one will make over £20k when it sells, whereas the black one has dropped from £23k to £19k and still hasn't sold.
And on top of that, I don't see what the big stigma against LHD is... only problem I've had with mine is parking in the work car park - had to jump out to press the button!
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I don't think there's a big stigma, but there are practical downsides, like toll booths, car park ticket machines and over taking.
I think there's also a less tangible thing about originality/authenticity - the same reason 240s will prob always be worth more than 260s.
Alphabettispaghetti
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They're still original, authentic?
I don't see overtaking as an issue,
For parking bariers, I'll just reverse upto them
I don't see overtaking as an issue,
For parking bariers, I'll just reverse upto them
Agree wholeheartedly with Jon on that comment.
I went RHD for overtaking and practicality reasons. Had the option of buying a RHD conversion 240 in superb condition but again for reasons of originality, despite being RHD it was priced well below other RHD 240s. About 50% IIRC. Would have bought it but at the time I didn't have a place to keep it off road :'(
I went RHD for overtaking and practicality reasons. Had the option of buying a RHD conversion 240 in superb condition but again for reasons of originality, despite being RHD it was priced well below other RHD 240s. About 50% IIRC. Would have bought it but at the time I didn't have a place to keep it off road :'(
I think the important decision is rusty or non-rusty. If you find two rust-free cars then you can decide which side of the car is important for you.
I would buy LHD BUT my wife is very much against sitting on the right - she is a non-driver so that may explain it.
I would buy LHD BUT my wife is very much against sitting on the right - she is a non-driver so that may explain it.
You buddy got a stunning car there!!!!! Not to mention one that has been blessed by Damon Hill's pert buttocks!
I often used that car's photos as reference points for what I would like to do to mine. Rob did a great job of keeping that car in good nick and as original as possible. In fact if I recall correctly it's still on points, right?
So, did Rob also part with the "old man" tartan blanket from the boot or did he keep that for the Rover where it belongs!?
(*Joke flag flying very high and proud*)
Thanks - I did run the car on points for most of the time I had it. But did switch to electronic ignition not long before selling to Tim.
I was shamed into removing the blanket while I still owned the Z and it went into service as a decorating dust sheet so no, it has not been transferred into the Rover! Although sometimes I wish I still had it - the heater in the Rover is nothing like as efficient as the one in the Z!
richiep
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Personally, I look at that car and see a mountain of work and lots of potential for disheartening bodywork and nasty surprises accumulated over its life. The floors will be one of many issues to put right (you can see plenty in the pics). It could easily end up five figures in work to properly restore.
How things change. When I bought my car in 2003 for £5750, a car like the one we are talking about would've, comparably, been a £3.5k car...
How things change. When I bought my car in 2003 for £5750, a car like the one we are talking about would've, comparably, been a £3.5k car...
I think it’s more a perception 'thing' rather than anything else which has only become more prevalent through discussions like this. Generally speaking most of the naysayers don't actually have LHD cars from the conversations I've had with people which makes it somewhat unfair to judge. I drive both LHD and RHD regularly in the UK with almost no problems.
There are a couple of downsides to having LHD in the UK however there's also positives that come with them as well. I'll use the examples below in my order of priority:
Overtaking – I think this is the biggest downside for me, however if you can read the road and position yourself accordingly then it’s not an issue. There are however times with large vehicles where it’s not safe to move out and you really have to drop back to see what’s going on. By contrast as and when I go to the continent the steering wheel is in the right place which is a small consolation for the one or two times I go across a year. Getting past cyclists is easier as I can see them at all times which is a bonus in leafy Surrey.
Junctions – Again pro’s and cons with this one, some are a lot more difficult compared to a RHD vehicle whereas others are a lot easier. I’ve learnt to adapt my road position to try and maximise my perspective.
Car Parks – Most ticketed barriers are on multi-storey car parks, personally I’m not really keen on the idea of leaving the car in a big multi story so again not a problem for me. I do concede that the odd marshal at an entrance gate does get confused but it’s hardly insurmountable and passengers aren’t hard to come by when you drive a 240Z.
Tolls - Not really prevalent in the UK so not an issue to me (only a couple in the entire country come to mind!) - On the continent there’s lots but I’m on the left side so I’m onto a winner (The only tolls I really personally encounter are in Europe)
I don’t think there should be any of this it’s worth more or less because of what side the steering wheel is on, I’d be looking at condition first and foremost and then spec afterwards. Understandably a stock US 240Z vs a UK car in the same condition are very different prospects and all things being the same I’d take the UK car based on its setup alone (not taking into consideration the steering wheel). That being said I’d take a clean lefty over a rusty rhd all day.
It’s funny how people’s perceptions change though, if we look to the US they’ll pay a massive premium for a Fairlady or UK/Euro spec cars and the steering wheel is on the wrong side for them. It’s all down to the buyer and there’s plenty of people just across the channel who’d be prepared to pay the premium for a LHD car based in the UK I’m sure.
Just my 2p.
Back on topic it looks to be a bit of a project, I’d certainly be interested to know the state of those floors as it hardly looks a glamorous job. That being said it doesn’t seem to have a crazy price in today's market considering so good luck to them. As others have speculated who knows what’s lurking underneath though.
Mr Ex Jnr
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I ain't got anything against them as I always remember moggy yellow 240 when I was a kid
But if we don't restore and save uk rhd cars they will just rot away into z heaven
which is a shame I think.
Lhd to rhd conversion ino someone who is doing that with the zeds only s30 tho and selling them for UK rhd prices. I ain't naming who doing it but they are selling them
But if we don't restore and save uk rhd cars they will just rot away into z heaven
which is a shame I think.
Lhd to rhd conversion ino someone who is doing that with the zeds only s30 tho and selling them for UK rhd prices. I ain't naming who doing it but they are selling them