Few imports from the late 80s and early 90s have become as sought after as the S13-chassis Nissan 240SX. These cars were somewhat ignored when they first came out, living in the shadow of the mighty 300ZX. The 240SX didn’t offer a turbocharged drivetrain like its big brother, but what it did offer is what has given it near-legendary status today: a very sporting chassis for not much money with the potential to be easily upgraded in a variety of ways. Find this desirable sport package-equipped 240SX here on eBay in nearly bone-stock condition.
Of course, with any import car of a certain vintage that grew up during the Fast and the Furious years, the likelihood of it being poorly modified is quite high. That’s been the biggest reason a clean, stock 240SX commands a high price: very few are left after years of being snatched up as cheap used cars and turned into track-day or drift-course weapons. You just don’t see them like this anymore, especially with factory suspension components still attached. This particular 240SX is equipped with the optional “Super HICAS” suspension that provided clever four-wheel steering.
When you see the interior of a 240SX, you realize just how bare-bones these cars were. There was no sense of luxury or opulence here. The 300ZX could be gussied up in such a way that you felt like you were driving a high-end sports car; the 240SX never wanted to be much more than a poverty-spec sports coupe that likely flew beneath the radar of many enthusiasts when it was new. I’d argue it’s become a much more popular car in its retirement years than it ever was when it was sold new alongside the classic Z car. This example presents quite well inside and out and remains in near-factory condition.
Seeing a 240SX with factory suspension and no sign of a cold air intake or a strut bar under the hood is a sight for sore eyes. The 240SX is a reminder of how car companies used to build no-frills enthusiast models with rear-wheel-drive quite frequently but that those days are seemingly past us. This 240SX is in Canada so you’ll have to account for transport fees if you decide to buy this one; the seller is asking just under $20,000 U.S. for the 240SX but is open to offers if you wish to own one of the few S13s we’ve seen of late that hasn’t been modified.
Wow that is a great looking example of the 240. Someone will really appreciate just how original this one is. So many were modified and beat to death, just polish it up and drive it to the local enthusiast car meet and enjoy the reactions.
This one looks to be lowered slightly and perhaps has a body kit on it? Certainly a nice example for sure – I’ll always remember the upholstery on these cars – very smooth in appearance.
Had one of these. Beautiful driving car; just point it and hit the throttle. Put 40,000 miles on it and never touched a screw. Averaged 24 MPG overall so it was very economical. If you can find a decent one, buy it. You won’t be disappointed.
I was lucky enough to have one of these as a rental car, years ago for a week. Overall fun to drive, nice car and even attracted attention.
Good friend had one of these after his 280 rusted out. Was a fun car to drive, not powerful, but didn’t have to let off the gas in many corners. I personally think these were the next genZ, back to basic roots and soul of the original. Very fun cars
Oh wow! One a boy racer hasn’t ruined….yet!
When looking back at my automobile history I can add this one to my addendum list of vehicles “I shoulda bought”.
My only regret in life is sometimes being stupid in the choices I made. I loved my 94 Civic Coupe SI, but if I had bought one of these instead in June 1994, perhaps my enjoyment level would have been higher (RWD v. FWD, etc.).
I currently have a 1991 with 123000 miles and is all original except for a K&N drop in air filter. Automatic, heads up display, interior in great shape for a 32 year old car with the only blemish on the drivers side upper seat where its been worn down from entering and exiting.
Car was running when parked in 2006. New tires were installed in 2022 in expectation of getting it running and back on the road until a sudden medical issue changed that plan.
Now its just sitting here until I find something to do with it.