Tamiya 1/12 Datsun 240ZG

The Nissan S30 (sold in Japan as the Nissan Fairlady Z and in other markets as the Datsun 240Z and later as the 260Z and 280Z) was the first generation of Z sporty 2+2 coupes produced by Nissan Motors, Ltd. of Japan from 1969 to 1978. It was designed by a team led by Mr. Yoshihiko Matsuo, the head of Nissan's Sports Car Styling Studio. HLS30 was the designation of the left-hand drive model and HS30 for the right-hand drive model.

The Fairlady Z was introduced in late 1969 with the L20A 2.0 litre straight-6 SOHC engine, rear wheel drive, and a stylish coupe body. The engine, based on the Datsun 510's 4-cylinder, produced 150 hp (112 kW) and came with a 5-speed manual transmission (U.S. models received the L24 2.4 litre engine and a 4-speed manual). A less common 3-speed automatic transmission was optional and had a "Nissan Full Automatic" badge. A 4-wheel independent suspension consisted of MacPherson struts in front (borrowed from the Datsun Laurel C30) and Chapman struts in back. Front disc brakes and rear drums were standard.

Specs & Features
/ //#/ 1/12 plastic assembly kit of the Datsun 240ZG.
/ //#/ Originally first released in 1973.
/ //#/ The dynamic style of the car has been precisely reproduced.
/ //#/ Length: 355mm.
/ //#/ Features of the L20 engine have been richly remodeled.
/ //#/ Hood, doors, and rear hatch are operable even after assembly.
/ //#/ Rack & pinion arrangement enables the front wheels linked with the steering wheel to move.
/ //#/ Tires are realistically depicted with semi-pneumatic rubber.