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Interesting Facts About the Nissan 240Z S30

The Nissan Fairlady Z (S30) was produced from 1969 until 1978 as a 2‑seat sports car and a 2+2 GT. It was conceived by Yutaka Katayama, the President of Nissan Motor, and launched at the end of 1969.

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Conceived and Launched by a Visionary Executive

The S30 platform was conceived by Yutaka Katayama and rolled out in December 1969, with production beginning in October 1969 as a 1970 model‑year vehicle.

Instant Hit in Both Japan and the United States

The 1970 Datsun 240Z (also known as the Nissan S30 or Fairlady Z) reached American soil in high demand and captured a large market share not only in Japan but also across the United States.

A Collector’s Dream and Restoration Focus

Factory body panels for early S30 Z‑cars are now considered very hard to find, leading to specialized programs like the Masterpieces program that aim for full, factory‑accurate restorations.

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