1973 Datsun 240Z Fact Sheet

Hold on Just a Little
1973 production of the 240Z would end in this year. The replacement car would not change much, except for compliance with regulations.
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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Once again, 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 still rated at 150 HP – the all-synchro four-speed manual transmission was unchanged. 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: 8.8:1. 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: $4,695
- Weight: 2350 lbs.
- Production (US) 46,282
Body Paint Color Codes
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1973 Datsun Colors
003 Green | |
006 Sunbird Orange | |
012 Pewter | |
018 White | |
019 Sunshine Yellow | |
022 Orange | |
052 Sunset Orange | |
102 Mellow Yellow | |
103 True Blue | |
104 Cactus Green | |
110 Red Persimmon | |
112 Yellow Lime | |
113 Avocado Green | |
114 Bronze | |
115 Blue | |
121 Seaview Aqua | |
122 Dark Golden Brown | |
123 Chartreuse Green | |
125 Beige | |
502 Ivory White | |
505 Black | |
524 Pagoda Red | |
525 Cherry Red | |
529 Bamboo Tan | |
546 Gray Green | |
558 Dragon Green | |
562 Asian Blue | |
564 Mount Fuji Blue | |
567 Nissan Blue | |
568 Blue | |
637 Eggshell | |
639 Light Maroon | |
645 Dark Blue | |
665 White | |
821 White |
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