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The Datsun 280ZX or the Nissan 280ZX as it was called is a second generation Z aerodynamic sports coupe produced from 1978 to 1983. The 280ZX shared only the L28 inline engine with the 280Z everything else was changed and used a suspension similar to the one in 510 Sedan. It was available as 2 seated and four seated that were different from each other. The changes helped to reduce the drag coefficient, lift coefficient and the center-of-gravity was equally distributed. It had a 80L fuel tank at the rear end and the changes helped to increase the fuel economy and high-speed. In 1979, the 280ZX was Motor Trends Import Car of the year and was replaced by Nissan 280ZX in 1984. In the 1979 model year in the American market, it was co-branded Datsun by Nissan through the 1983 model year. In the Japanese market Datsun 280ZX was called the Fairlady Z.

The 280ZX was a successful model in U.S, racing, major achievements include: 1979 - SCCA C Production Category 1979 and 1980 - IMSA GTU Championship 1982 and 1983 - IMSA GTO Championship 1983 – The Electramotive 280ZX Turbo produced 700 hp (520 kW), and reached a terminal speed of 140 mph (230 km/h) in the standing quarter mile. The famous actor, Paul Newman was also a notable driver who helped to promote the car, by starring in a series of commercials.