1982 Datsun 280ZX 2-Seater 3AT
All photo credits
- Photo: 1981 Datsun 280ZX GL 2-Seater in Dark Copper, Front Right, 05-21-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1978-83 Nissan(Datsun) 280ZX front NYIAS 2019 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan 280 ZX series 2 2753cc April 1982 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1978-83 Nissan(Datsun) 280ZX rear NYIAS 2019 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980 Datsun 280ZX 10th Anniversary in Red and Black; interior by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Datsun 280ZX 2-Seater 3AT is a 145-hp 2.8-liter inline-6 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,694 MSRP.
It makes 145 horsepower.
The 280ZX measures 174.0 inches long on a 91.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,824 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,694 ($49,488 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.8L I6 (L28E), naturally aspirated, front engine/RWD |
| Displacement | 2.8 L |
| Horsepower | 145 hp |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, MacPherson struts |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, semi-trailing arm (revised design) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in, six-spoke alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in, six-spoke alloy |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 51 in |
| Wheelbase | 91.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,824 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Datsun 280ZX 2-Seater 3AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Datsun 280Z.
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1982 Datsun 280Z
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Datsun 280Z. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 DATSUN 280Z. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.