Is the Datsun 240Z the Most Iconic Z? | History of the Nissan Z-Car | Ep 2

There are just a handful of vehicles whose importance spans multiple generations. The kind of car that automotive enthusiasts of any age can get together and agree is beautiful. Is timeless. Is an icon. The Datsun 240Z is one of those cars.

I’m your host, Rick Pierce, and this is the second episode in our series on the history of the Nissan Z-Car. In the last episode, we discussed the origins of the Fairlady and how Datsun set the stage for the development of a Japanese sports car made for the American consumer.

Today we’ll dive into the premiere model of one of Nissan’s most beloved lineups — the 240Z — and discuss its development history, its key features, and just what makes it such an incredible car.

===== Other Episodes in this series =====
1️⃣ Episode 1: The Datsun Roadster (   • The Forgotten Origins of the Fairlady...  )
2️⃣ Episode 2: The Datsun 240Z (   • Is the Datsun 240Z the Most Iconic Z?...  )
3️⃣ Episode 3: The Datsun 260Z & 280Z (   • Don't Overlook the Datsun 260Z & 280Z...  )
4️⃣ Episode 4: The Datsun 280ZX (   • 280ZX: The Smash Success… That Vanish...  )

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0:00 Introduction
2:16 History: Build Something Stunning
7:13 History: Project Z
11:52 History: The Z Arrives in America
15:28 How to Identify the Datsun 240Z
19:09 Legacy: Datsun, a Racing Icon
23:31 Legacy: The 240Z Today
25:36 Teaser: The OPEC Strikes Back
27:56 Outroduction