1972 Datsun 240Z Fact Sheet

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1972 production of the 240Z continued with little change other than a price rise and a slight drop in compression ratio.
General Year Information
Production of the first-generation “Z’ car continued with little change other than a price rise and a slight drop in compression ratio.
Models Offered
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No change in the distinctive recessed headlamps and rectangular parking lights that were still under the headlamps and below the bumper. Front fenders still the reflector lenses at the rear of the headlamps. The low, wide grille with its pattern of subtle horizontal bars was as in 1971, and the hood still had its bulge. The small round insignia remained above the grille. The three-section tail lamps, mounted in rectangular housings were the same.
The 2.4-liter (2393 cc) single-overhead cam six-cylinder engine was untouched – it was rated at 150 HP – the all-synchro four-speed manual transmission returned. The four-wheel independent suspension, consisting of coil springs and MacPherson struts and front disc and rear drum brakes were not altered.
Oil pressure, water temperature, fuel and ammeter gauges were recessed in a padded and formed dash. A large speedometer with trip odometer, and a tachometer, sat directly ahead of the driver. Deep cushioned vinyl bucket seats with built-in headrests adjusted horizontally and vertically and reclined up to 10 degrees.
Standard 240Z equipment included radial tires, a radio, clock, steering lock, collapsible steering wheel, three anchor seat belts, backup lights, a wood steering wheel and gearshift knob, front/rear bumper bars, console box, door armrest, driver footrest, glove box with lock, windshield and rear-window drip moldings, and coat hangers.
Engines
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lnline, overhead-cam six-cylinder (Model L24). Cast-iron block and aluminum head. Displacement: 146 CID (2393 cc). Bore & Stroke: 3.27 x 2.90 in. (83 x 73.7 mm). Compression Ratio: 9.0:1. Horsepower: 150 @ 5600 RPM. Torque: 145.7 lbs.-ft. @ 4400 RPM. Seven main bearings. Solid valve lifters. Two Hitachi SU type carburetors.
Chassis Features
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Wheelbase: 90.7 in.
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Overall Length: 162.8 in.
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Height: 50.6 in.
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Width: 64.1 in.
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Front Tread: 53.3 in.
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Rear Tread: 53.0 in.
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Standard Tires: 175×14 radial.
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Significant Options
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- Air conditioning ($325).
- AM radio, pushbutton ($59.95).
- AM/FM radio ($98.50).
- AM/FM stereo with 8-track player ($110).
- Automatic Transmission ($195).
- Center armrest ($9.95).
- Footrest ($12.95).
- Luggage rack ($12.95).
1971 240Z Key Statistics
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- Body Style: 2-dr Coupe-2 Passenger
- Engine: OHC I-6
- CID: 146
- Price at POE: $4,106
- Weight: 2300 lbs.
- Production (US) 52,628
Body Paint Color Codes
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1972 Datsun Colors
003 Green | |
006 Sunbird Orange | |
018 White | |
020 Bamboo Tan | |
021 Green | |
022 Orange | |
052 Sunset Orange | |
102 Mellow Yellow | |
103 True Blue | |
104 Cactus Green | |
110 Red Persimmon | |
112 Yellow Lime | |
113 Green | |
114 Bronze | |
115 Blue | |
502 Ivory White | |
505 Black | |
524 Pagoda Red | |
525 Cherry Red | |
529 Bamboo Tan | |
558 Dragon Green | |
562 Turquoise | |
564 Mount Fuji Blue | |
567 Nissan Blue | |
568 Island Turquosie | |
570 Sky Blue | |
637 Eggshell | |
639 Light Maroon | |
645 Dark Blue | |
655 White | |
660 Dark Blue | |
665 White | |
666 Light Gray | |
703 Green | |
712 Medium Gray | |
817 Cream | |
820 Red | |
821 White | |
901 Light Gray | |
904 White | |
905 Cherry Red | |
906 Gold | |
907 Green | |
918 Mexican Orange | |
930 Dark Green | |
931 Desert Gold | |
932 Red | |
938 Sahara Gold | |
939 Olive Green | |
940 Kelly Green | |
965 Green |
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