We’ve long wondered why no one has built an S30 Z drift machine yet. It’s light, it’s RWD, it’s simple to work on. Parts, whether junkyard special, aftermarket, or reproduction, are plentiful and can be scavenged from a whole host of later-model Nissans. There are enough non-mint 240Z/260Z/280Zs out there that you wouldn’t feel bad about cutting one up (or putting it in a wall). Plus, you’ll have the best looking puck on the track.Â
Well, now a Hungarian is beating us to the punch. Nino Karotta is putting together a Datsun 260Z slider using an S13 chassis and a 350Z V6 as motivation. You can read all about his build on Driftworks.
I approve of this
There’s been a blue S30 drift car in Indiana/Michigan for years. Current owner hasn’t participated much, but the original builder and interim owner drifted the hell out of it for a few years.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/240Z-Ocean-Blue-Kandy-L28ET-Swap-/330542527598?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4cf5deb46e
That’s cool beans. I want to see it in action!
I recognize that Z! The guy’s pretty active in the VW scene.
Like the idea! But not how it would kill off and scrap so many decent S30’s out there.
hey guys that light blue one you speak of bob was built by derrik a guy i know he runs all the drift and autocross events in the cincinnati, dayton ohio area i have seen it in action it was decent but the car was not great for street, was tubbed and the steering rack was modded but he still didnt get a great angle. The good news is he did quilife for d1 in it.