1984 Datsun 300ZX Turbo 50th Anniversary Edition
Description
Datsun made its reputation with its Z cars, launched in 1970 with the 2.4-liter 240Z sports coupe and followed by a string of successes, including the 260Z, 280Z, and 280ZX. To commemorate Nissan’s five decades in auto business, the Japanese carmaker unveiled the 1984 Datsun 300ZX Turbo 50th Anniversary Edition, a powerful and limited-quantity sports car that Car and Driver admitted was impressive, and disappointing at the same time. While the magazine touted the special edition 300ZX’s speed, handling, braking, overhead cams, turbocharger, and triple odometers — “All the modern GT goodies are present and accounted for in one neat, $18,699 package”
Only 5,148 of these special edition sports cars were manufactured for the U.S. market, plus an additional 300 for Canada — all with two-tone Light Pewter and Black paint and a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 engine. The Z-cars’ combination of performance and scarcity continue to make them desirable, especially when they’re low-mileage, well-kept examples like this one.
Highlights
Offered with only 16,795 miles at the time of listing, believed to be original
One of only 5,148 50th Anniversary special editions produced for the U.S.
3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine producing 200 horsepower and 227 lb-ft of torque
50th Anniversary Edition two-tone Light Pewter and Black with gold pinstriping over black leather
Four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive (one of only 1,436)
50th Anniversary badge on driver’s side behind the front wheel well
50th anniversary logos on the front seats and on the carpeted floor mats
Digital instrumentation includes readouts for:
Speed
RPM
Fuel level
Coolant temperature
Oil pressure
Voltage
Digital compass in the center of the dash with digital display monitoring engine efficiency and g forces
Rocker-panel extensions with “turbo” lettering
Bronze mirror-tinted removable glass T-top roof panels
Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report
Features
Two-door hatchback
Rear-wheel drive
Front spoiler
Flared wheel arches
Wears both Datsun and Nissan branding
Seats include power-adjustable lumbar, lateral support, and mini bass speakers
Digital clock
Air-conditioning
Power windows
Power door locks
80-watt Bodysonic sound system with AM/FM cassette and Bodysonic amplifier
Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
Power antenna
Mirror controls
Pop-up headlights
Three-way adjustable dampers
Four-wheel disc brakes
Vinyl sleeves in rear compartment for the removable roof panels
Factory 16-inch alloy wheels with gold-painted inserts
Kumho 225/50 2R16 tires (Year of make: 2020 front, 2021 rear)
One option available: Four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission
Known Imperfections
Light corrosion on underside
Rust spot on muffler
Plastic covering on floor mats is discolored
Included
Owner’s manual
Dealer brochure
50th Anniversary binder
Service records
Original window sticker
Warranty information
300ZX Audio Demo cassette tape
Four keys: Original gold ignition key, original uncut gold ignition key, and two spare keys (one with a Fred Anderson Datsun dealership keychain)
Ownership History
According to the CARFAX Vehicle Report, the original owner of this 1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo purchased the car from Fred Anderson Datsun in Asheville, North Carolina, on 6 August 1984 and registered it in Weaverville, North Carolina. Nineteen years later, it was sold on 12 September 2003 and registered in Unicoi, Tennessee. The 300ZX was purchased by the consigner on 16 February 2024 and registered in Leland, North Carolina.
Additional Notes
A Hagerty Marketplace representative is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.
Contact: Marvin Waters Phone: 910.315.2918 Email: mwaters@hagerty.com
