Larry ! Say it isn't so.....of all cars you have ,no Datsun Z , None ! But a Honda S600 ( cool as that pigmy car is) You have to have tons, of S30's shots, to create one, two or three ,Datsun Z , Do you know just how many Z guys would have them hanging in the Garage ? Larry Chen,( Speed Hunter ) = Datsun Z !!!! That is as obvious as the lens on your camera !
@@AndrewB23 So basically you use basically as often as the Apparently-kid. If you think, these cars look the same then I believe you are one of those new generaton supercar kids with no taste (:
Owning a '72 240Z is a social experience. EVERYONE loves that car - from guys who drive large pickups, own muscle cars, to anyone you might meet at the grocery store. I get 2-3 compliments everytime I drive my 240 with bad paint. Everyone loves that car! There is nothing like it on the roads today.
When asked about the dyno numbers: "I don't remember the numbers" Ah, spoken like a true car guy! Very tastefully put together build though. Can't fault anything. L-series engine, triple sidedrafts, great wheels, dual stack exhaust, I mean, it all just works. I'd be envious, but I own practically the same car, but with a more stock interior and no flares. It always puts a smile on my face, thankful to have it! :D
That its powered by a tweeked version of its original engine and not an RB or LS swapped thing is for me the best aspect of this car. Those flares and wheels look good, the overall package is gorgeous. Nice build fella.
The 240z goes down as one of my all-time favorite automotive designs ever. I can still remember the impact that this car had on me when it first came to the States (I wasn't even yet 10 years old.) To me, the Z's lines are simply timeless - that it only grows better looking with the passing of time is a testament to this. Conversely, in my opinion the test of time will not be nearly as kind to so many of today's cars (including the current Supra) thanks in part to the various safety regulations todays designers must try to overcome. Regulations that did not exist back when the 240z was designed.
Those LA shots are bringing back the memories of when I drove my second Z over the dangerously high bridge. Oh man the shots I took in the the docks where glorious.
One year later and Larry Chen can drive up in Orange Bang ! Rob at Z Car Garage put his energy into sorting out the BANG in the ORANGE. He changed the Bang in your ears and ride ,into BANG from every performance part Larry had hung on his Pride and Joy , now it's a full Samurai Japanese Ferrari. And Orange Bang is a Samurai of Z Cars today. Dec 2021. Rewatching and thinking just how much Z Larry has on his Channel. Nobody else covers the Z more. Thank you Mr Chen !
I bought my 280Z yesterday, we didn’t even get it on the trailer and people were taking pictures and asking about it. On the 3 hour drive home, people had their phones out their cars taking pics, they are just a fantastic car
You did it again Larry. I, personally, am super grateful for EVERY SINGLE s30 Z that you profile. I almost wish that it was the only car you focused on. I can't wait to start working on my 260z. I just have to move into my next place to have the garage space to bring it over. Thanks to all these profiles, I am pretty sure I know how I am going to build mine. In your experience do many people keep them green? I see tons of white, black, red and blue builds, but rarely Leaf Green.
I finally saw a stock Datsun Z today for the first time in real life.. they sit up soooooOoo high lol. Man was it weird sitting up that high, there’s like a foot and a half of ground clearance.
Of course it's a beautiful car... But I have to say to Larry and team, your eyes for perspective and use of ambient color palette is absolutely best in class! Photography with the highest merit! Loving your work guys!
Aloha from Kauai, HI, thank you so much for the great videos on Japan cars. My son has a Skyline R32GTR he bought from Japan & shipped it here. It's in Honolulu right getting the engine rebuilt, he fried it. I'm trying to learn as much as I can about these vehicles, the builds are amazing. Myself, I was a VW geek in the late 70s early 80s, various street cars & a 59 KG race car that ran low 11s (backyard built). Again thanks for the great photos & videos, you're the man. Aloha nui loa. Also mhalo for coverage of the Hawaii car culture.
Well this is a first....First time IVE seen this car before Larry shot it. I saw this car in SuperStreet . I actually have two copies around here. I think the build is ,a good normal build. Which is all that is needed in an old Z. Just how Youthful they STILL are 40plus years later ! Nobody " human" , can get in a Z and NoT ,smile! Great build, it's how they should be, a Japanese Ferrari I could watch the opening ,cinematic....for hours !
@larrychen love all your videos! Recent subscriber, and ive enjoyed watching many of your covers. Im actually in the middle of my own 280zx resto project right now, so its nice to see some of your videos including the Z cars, and collecting ideas and information about different parts i can look into. Keep up the good work man!
240zs tick pretty much every box for me and this is no exception....great looks, great sound, RWD, not too common, light, kinda classy but not snobby, trackable, showable.....yes yes yes. Stick one in front of Larry Chen and you've got instant poster material. Now, how much have I got in my bank account.....
I've had a question about this build for a while now that I can't seem to find an answer to. The specs say that they put a 205/50R15 tire on a 9" wheel on the fronts. Those tires have a wheel width range of 5.5-7.5", meaning at least a 1.5" stretch on the tire! Am I even correct on that? If so, has it impacted performance or longevity of the of the build?
Found it , this car was cover featured Oct 2018 Super Street Magazine. Same issue has a Datsun Z 1972 with LS turbo swap. Two Z 's in one issue from Super Clean Resto Mod to Extreme Sick Z.
Absolutely beautiful ❤️ Larry your shoots are always fantastic!! I love the older Z's and the British styling cues are so ever apparent which is creates a stunningly beautiful car. You gotta shoot a MK1 MR2 Larry 😏
A '79 280zx was one of two cars I had before my "first" car. Smelled like mildew, vapor locked when it warmed up, but hauled ass on rotten tires. Mom said it ran like a scalded dog/ American car culture lol
Yeah I agree. When I drive my 66 datsun roadster. Everyone wants to tell me about how they use to have one. Even though my roadsters kinda beat up. Ppl just love Datsuns
You should check out super street, they featured a father and son built 240z and roadster, try to get in contact with them I would love to see them here
Beautiful cat! I have a 1970 myself I'm currently restoring. Only thing this car needs is tightening of the fan belt! That squeal ruined that beautiful exhaust note!!!!
the 240z truly is the paragon of automotive design, even when we can argue that it was designed as a economy coupe. The reality is that the design has proven to be timeless. Light weight distribution, basic transportation that can ultimately be customized to higher output tune up. I read a lot of articles about who truly was the mastermind behind the design of the car, ultimately Nissan hired sub-contractors as advisors to bring a well round about design. Here we are 50+ years later and this car has stand the test of time in terms of design. I see bits and pieces of the Jaguar E and the Toyota 2000GT. However, it seems that Nissan has missed the mark in designing a version that pays true homage to the original design. From 1990 to 2000 the car lost its identity, it was not until the 350z that design started to look back at the 1969 240Z. I urge Nissan to incorporate and bring back the 240z into the new design of the 2021 z. The 72 Datsun on this video truly is a awesome example of automotive engineering.
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Larry ! Say it isn't so.....of all cars you have ,no Datsun Z ,
None ! But a Honda S600 ( cool as that pigmy car is)
You have to have tons, of S30's shots, to create one, two or three ,Datsun Z ,
Do you know just how many Z guys would have them hanging in the Garage ?
Larry Chen,( Speed Hunter )
= Datsun Z !!!!
That is as obvious as the lens on your camera !
They're honestly the best looking Japanese car ever no doubt about it
on par with the 2000gt and the early mazda cosmo.
A lot of doubts
@@TheJust4Watching so basically you like cars that look basically the same.
@@AndrewB23 So basically you use basically as often as the Apparently-kid. If you think, these cars look the same then I believe you are one of those new generaton supercar kids with no taste (:
TheJust4Watching I like the 85 Fb all sliver or one all black turbo 2 but man those Datsuns are so fly !
Owning a '72 240Z is a social experience. EVERYONE loves that car - from guys who drive large pickups, own muscle cars, to anyone you might meet at the grocery store. I get 2-3 compliments everytime I drive my 240 with bad paint. Everyone loves that car! There is nothing like it on the roads today.
JDM Legends was a great TV Show I hope it comes back. Great build.
Those guys are right around the corner from my office! It is cool to see them drive past from time to time!
Yeah, I saw the episode with this car and it is beautiful.
When asked about the dyno numbers:
"I don't remember the numbers"
Ah, spoken like a true car guy!
Very tastefully put together build though. Can't fault anything. L-series engine, triple sidedrafts, great wheels, dual stack exhaust, I mean, it all just works. I'd be envious, but I own practically the same car, but with a more stock interior and no flares. It always puts a smile on my face, thankful to have it! :D
Thank you guys for making these episodes, it really takes us away from all the chaos going on in the world. ♥
This is honestly one of my dream cars.
Buy one soon they are getting expensive fast
I had a 1977 260Z. The car was fun and the seats were so comfortable. I loved the sound of the engine!
That its powered by a tweeked version of its original engine and not an RB or LS swapped thing is for me the best aspect of this car.
Those flares and wheels look good, the overall package is gorgeous.
Nice build fella.
The 240z goes down as one of my all-time favorite automotive designs ever. I can still remember the impact that this car had on me when it first came to the States (I wasn't even yet 10 years old.) To me, the Z's lines are simply timeless - that it only grows better looking with the passing of time is a testament to this. Conversely, in my opinion the test of time will not be nearly as kind to so many of today's cars (including the current Supra) thanks in part to the various safety regulations todays designers must try to overcome. Regulations that did not exist back when the 240z was designed.
Try driving one, seriously awesome
If you could stop posting videos on the 240z that would be great…you’re making buying one rather difficult ;) another great example 👌🏽
Those LA shots are bringing back the memories of when I drove my second Z over the dangerously high bridge. Oh man the shots I took in the the docks where glorious.
One year later and Larry Chen can drive up in Orange Bang !
Rob at Z Car Garage put his energy into sorting out the BANG in the ORANGE. He changed the Bang in your ears and ride ,into BANG from every performance part Larry had hung on his Pride and Joy , now it's a full Samurai Japanese Ferrari.
And Orange Bang is a Samurai of Z Cars today. Dec 2021. Rewatching and thinking just how much Z Larry has on his Channel.
Nobody else covers the Z more. Thank you Mr Chen !
The face touch @ 0:05 is a universal "they are watching and I'm proud of my car" sign.
Man what I would give to have a 240z or 260z or 280z. They are my dream car. The sound and the look is just something I would trade anything for.
just tighten the fan belts and it would be better sounding.
I bought my 280Z yesterday, we didn’t even get it on the trailer and people were taking pictures and asking about it. On the 3 hour drive home, people had their phones out their cars taking pics, they are just a fantastic car
You did it again Larry. I, personally, am super grateful for EVERY SINGLE s30 Z that you profile. I almost wish that it was the only car you focused on. I can't wait to start working on my 260z. I just have to move into my next place to have the garage space to bring it over. Thanks to all these profiles, I am pretty sure I know how I am going to build mine. In your experience do many people keep them green? I see tons of white, black, red and blue builds, but rarely Leaf Green.
I love the diversity Larry has going with autofocus, one day he’s shooting a Guntherwerks Porsche, the next is a clean modest Z build
One of my favorites next to that square body 510🥰
This is what I was hoping Fugu Z would turn out like, when they first teased it. IMO this is pretty much aesthetically perfect.
I love how he mentions the FRS/BRZ, I definitely think they have some lines from the original Z in them
I finally saw a stock Datsun Z today for the first time in real life.. they sit up soooooOoo high lol. Man was it weird sitting up that high, there’s like a foot and a half of ground clearance.
Timeless design..the beauty of enginering..good job Datsun..
I can totally relate. I get more thumbs up than any other car and stories of how they had one in high school in my 70 510. Love it.
This model of Z was what I learned to drive in back in the '90's it's on my auto bucket list
Of course it's a beautiful car... But I have to say to Larry and team, your eyes for perspective and use of ambient color palette is absolutely best in class! Photography with the highest merit! Loving your work guys!
My god the realtionship between larry and this man is ozzing off the screen. It's almost like you're a part of them when they did this video
Bro your videos ending clip @20:30 doesn't get enough love. Its so well done!
That is gorgeous! lost for words with this one Larry
Aloha from Kauai, HI, thank you so much for the great videos on Japan cars. My son has a Skyline R32GTR he bought from Japan & shipped it here. It's in Honolulu right getting the engine rebuilt, he fried it. I'm trying to learn as much as I can about these vehicles, the builds are amazing. Myself, I was a VW geek in the late 70s early 80s, various street cars & a 59 KG race car that ran low 11s (backyard built). Again thanks for the great photos & videos, you're the man. Aloha nui loa. Also mhalo for coverage of the Hawaii car culture.
Had one of these in the 80’s that I paid 600.00 for. Aww man I wish I would’ve held on to it.
I was going to buy a clean 5 speed one for 8 thousand 8 years ago. I wish I would’ve pulled the trigger
@@jlopez1017d five speeds are rare man
Something about the "panda" look just works with a clean build!
If the hoods not black she ain’t panda IMO But the white with the black is looking cherrry !
Well this is a first....First time IVE seen this car before Larry shot it.
I saw this car in SuperStreet .
I actually have two copies around here.
I think the build is ,a good normal build. Which is all that is needed in an old Z.
Just how Youthful they STILL are 40plus years later !
Nobody " human" , can get in a Z and NoT ,smile!
Great build, it's how they should be, a Japanese Ferrari
I could watch the opening ,cinematic....for hours !
That 240 is absolutely gorgeous 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Love seeing the classic JDM cars
Larry is my spirit animal
Very nice..I remember seeing it on Japanese Classics when they were doing the rebuild..very good choice to keep it L-series..🏁
Great build! I ran out of gas on my first drive as well lol. Lucky to have picked mine up when I did.
No Larry...you are known for your amazing automotive photography.
Older cars are much more approachable! Love it! Way to go Eric at jdm-L!
Larry are awesome dude THANK YOUR for making video keep making please...!
I remember seeing this car when I was a teenager... Its a long time ago but it is still admirable platform
always the best hoonigan content ! love watching
That’s a badass looking Datsun 😍
Looks sooooo clean!! Well done my dude.🤙
Many years ago I had a 71 240Z one of my very favorite cars
The dashboard is the sexiest dashboard of the 240z's time.
@larrychen love all your videos! Recent subscriber, and ive enjoyed watching many of your covers. Im actually in the middle of my own 280zx resto project right now, so its nice to see some of your videos including the Z cars, and collecting ideas and information about different parts i can look into. Keep up the good work man!
Another one of my favorite cars that was at ZCon!
Whoa Larry I didn't know you had a 240z?!
Better watch this channel closer ,he has videos on his refresh build on his Z.
th-cam.com/video/3mx8RGREwJ0/w-d-xo.html
Larry can you focus on sung khan datsun?
240zs tick pretty much every box for me and this is no exception....great looks, great sound, RWD, not too common, light, kinda classy but not snobby, trackable, showable.....yes yes yes. Stick one in front of Larry Chen and you've got instant poster material. Now, how much have I got in my bank account.....
Awesome feature, I have a Z myself and I can’t wait until mine is that clean, if ever!
I've had a question about this build for a while now that I can't seem to find an answer to. The specs say that they put a 205/50R15 tire on a 9" wheel on the fronts. Those tires have a wheel width range of 5.5-7.5", meaning at least a 1.5" stretch on the tire! Am I even correct on that? If so, has it impacted performance or longevity of the of the build?
Good to see the stock engine given the proper treatment rather than something silly like a late model 4-banger turbo stuck in it!
Such a beauty from all angles
Where can I get my dash re-wrapped like that? Looks great, a little shinier than stock.
Best looking z I have seen
Found it , this car was cover featured Oct 2018 Super Street Magazine.
Same issue has a Datsun Z 1972 with LS turbo swap.
Two Z 's in one issue from Super Clean Resto Mod to Extreme Sick Z.
That headliner, very nice
I love the Z lineup 🤘🏽🔥
Awesome Z, great engine note.
Every car guy-“it’s just so visceral!!”
Im a car guy and i say thats a photography nerd term
Everybody already wore out saying “it’s analog” lol
Funny thing is every great classic car gives a visceral experience, unlike many modern cars designed on focus group feedback and built by robots.
Absolutely stunning 240z wow
“Again” count 17 haha, his cars are sick though! Can’t wait to see what he does with the new A90 again haha cheers!
Shout out to Whitehead Performance in Toronto currently rebuilding my
1977 280 Z with, you guessed it, triple OER carb set up.
I wished I could afford something as beautiful as this!
The sound of the exhaust?!?!.... 🔥🔥🔥
Very nice. I hope my brother restores his 1973 C110 Skyline coupe soon.
That’s a Squid Seining Boat not a tug boat. Just want to put that out there.
Absolutely beautiful ❤️ Larry your shoots are always fantastic!! I love the older Z's and the British styling cues are so ever apparent which is creates a stunningly beautiful car. You gotta shoot a MK1 MR2 Larry 😏
Amazing build car looks amazing 🤩
4:30
That sounds exactly like what Mazda did decades later, when the MX5 went from NA6 to NA8.
Just mix and match until the old parts run out.
is NA8 when they switched from 1.6 to 1.8?
Love, love, love this car!
Love it! Great build.
A '79 280zx was one of two cars I had before my "first" car. Smelled like mildew, vapor locked when it warmed up, but hauled ass on rotten tires. Mom said it ran like a scalded dog/ American car culture lol
Yeah I agree. When I drive my 66 datsun roadster. Everyone wants to tell me about how they use to have one. Even though my roadsters kinda beat up. Ppl just love Datsuns
Thanks again ,Larry..
Hello Larry: beautiful car, Where did you get the billet/chrome exterior rear view mirrors?
What's a simple modification to get a few more horses out of my Z without altering the car to much and emptying the bank? Just for back road cruising
A good carb
I like tons of cars. I LOVE the Fairlady Z
You should check out super street, they featured a father and son built 240z and roadster, try to get in contact with them I would love to see them here
Beautiful cat! I have a 1970 myself I'm currently restoring. Only thing this car needs is tightening of the fan belt! That squeal ruined that beautiful exhaust note!!!!
Gorgeous car
I don’t know how many times I’ve watched wangan midnight
Nice. I would have gone with the zero badge look, but that is me. I am sure this car gets a lot of double takes.
wish I kept mine..Beautiful set of wheels...
Outro song??
Ive been trying to find it too man its so good!
your not the only one thats looking for it😅. sadly I don't think we'll ever find out unless they tell us. Shazam can't find it🤣
@@Louves118 Lady Gaga: Paparazzi
@@LarryChenPhoto bruh🤣💀😆💀
Thank you, Yoli!!! Boo!!!
I love these lines
Such a legend car 240z
Love the car just not mad on the grey bolt on guards
Beautiful!!!
Hate seeing every 240z with fender flares but luckily he kept the stock engine what is really nice. Sucks to work on with 3 carbs but a nice engine
See now THAT’S a clean looking Z
Perfect plates.
Amazing whip
Nice car, nice shoot! Wondering what type of seat belts you installed? (I have a '71....not crazy about the seat belts I installed). Thxs
the 240z truly is the paragon of automotive design, even when we can argue that it was designed as a economy coupe. The reality is that the design has proven to be timeless. Light weight distribution, basic transportation that can ultimately be customized to higher output tune up. I read a lot of articles about who truly was the mastermind behind the design of the car, ultimately Nissan hired sub-contractors as advisors to bring a well round about design. Here we are 50+ years later and this car has stand the test of time in terms of design. I see bits and pieces of the Jaguar E and the Toyota 2000GT. However, it seems that Nissan has missed the mark in designing a version that pays true homage to the original design. From 1990 to 2000 the car lost its identity, it was not until the 350z that design started to look back at the 1969 240Z. I urge Nissan to incorporate and bring back the 240z into the new design of the 2021 z. The 72 Datsun on this video truly is a awesome example of automotive engineering.
nice stance. the 240 is my favorite