How Rare are 98' Nissan 240sx In the States?

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I going to get my lisence very soon, and I'm looking for one with a Stick, and i've been searching online and such, but I havent found one within 200 Miles.

I live in North Eastern PA.
 
Expand your searrch area.
But go for all years of S14.
If you check the MSN search engines you will only find 99 for sale nationally, at this time.
 
And it's a lot easier to find a better car that's not so trendy right now, and pay a lot less for it.
 
And it's a lot easier to find a better car that's not so trendy right now, and pay a lot less for it.
That too. Although you will never be completely satisfied if you get something else. I wanted a 240sx and ended up with an EK Civic hatchback. I love my car, but 240sx's are still awesome cars and I would get one in a heartbeat if I could.

EDIT: Although I must admit, you need a decent job regardless or what car you have. I'm fortunate to have one of the most reliable/economic machines out there, so I only have to pay for gas, and I still find myself short on gas sometimes. I don't have a job, but every dollar I get goes to gas, so I'm sure it isn't so easy when you buy other stuff as well.

EDIT #2: How much money do you have anyways? '98 240SXs aren't cheap, and for 6 grand or so you can get a LOT of different cars.(Like a '95 240sx, with enough money to convert the front end or swap in a sr20det, if you wish to go that way.)
 
That too. Although you will never be completely satisfied if you get something else. I wanted a 240sx and ended up with an EK Civic hatchback. I love my car, but 240sx's are still awesome cars and I would get one in a heartbeat if I could.

Really? You think your Civic is slow - the 240SX is unspeakable!
 
Granted my opinion of the 240SX isn't that high (largely based on the trendyness of the car at the moment), the late-model ones aren't bad. Personally speaking, I rarely, if ever, see the S14 here in Grand Rapids, as I can only think of one time in the last year or so... I believe it was a '98, it was emerald green, and had a gray interior. It looked nice mostly because it was stock, and someone didn't go about messing with a decent car.

...Like mentioned above, you may be too particular with what you're looking for. As noted, you may need to settle for an older car and just kit-it, as it may be the easiest way to get what you want...

Otherwise there is always the alternative of going for a cheaper, or possibly better alternative for the same kind of money. Various old-school BMWs, Miatas, Supras (Celica-Supras that is), Mustangs, Camaro/Firebirds, etc all come to mind here...

$6000 is a good sum of money, and you may want to consider your options before settling on that car alone. I know when I first started shopping for a car, I wanted nothing less than a '94-'96 Chevrolet Impala SS (or Caprice 9C1), but I ended up with your basic '93 VW Fox, and I have to say that it turned out rather well...
 
To the thread starter here is the answer to your question: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_240sx#1995-1998_.22S14.22

According to Wiki in 1998 there were 2178 240SX's sent to America. My advice is if you are dead set on a 240SX get a '95 since there were 12x more sent to America than the '98. But, you should grab yourself either a late 80's 300ZX or an early 90's 300ZX. Much easier to find and in the older ones case--much much cheaper.

Really? You think your Civic is slow - the 240SX is unspeakable!

You aren't seriously stating that the 240SX in ANY trim is slower than a bloody US spec Civic are you?
 
But, you should grab yourself either a late 80's 300ZX or an early 90's 300ZX. Much easier to find and in the older ones case--much much cheaper.

I'd bet that they are cheaper to insure, repair, and operate as well...
 
You aren't seriously stating that the 240SX in ANY trim is slower than a bloody US spec Civic are you?

The new Civics are pretty quick. And those '95-'98 240SXs are heavier than 3000GTs. 3000GT being a metaphor for 'heavy thing.'
 
I'd bet that they are cheaper to insure, repair, and operate as well...
Do I detect a bit of sarcasm there Ice Maing? Though, keep in mind, the Z31 300ZX (1984-1989) is so old at this point they're dirt cheap to repair... Good luck getting at that radiator though.
 
You aren't seriously stating that the 240SX in ANY trim is slower than a bloody US spec Civic are you?
Uhhhh, yes, he is. In the latest GRM there is an article about a guy who built up a 240SX to be competitive at the US national level in autocross. His previous car was a Civic (which is the dominant car in the class shared by his 240) and the owner stated that the Civic was faster in a straight line.
Though, keep in mind, the Z31 300ZX (1984-1989) is so old at this point they're dirt cheap to repair... Good luck getting at that radiator though.
Never mind the radiator - find one that hasn't biodegraded from the doorhandles down.
 
How about a late RWD Celica? Doesn't even have to be the Supra. A Mitsubishi Starion/Chrysler Conquest?
 
Considering the 1998 model was the last year the car was sold in the US, it's likely to be comparatively rare. Since Nissan saw 240SX sales dip lower and lower each year, that would seem to make sense. Secondly, due to its recent cult appeal, it's likely to be sold "private party", since the owner would make more money than if traded in to a dealer.

I'm guessing with such a low production figure, Nissan just cut back on exporting them here, especially with the "new" S15 set for production (and exclusion from North America).
 
Do I detect a bit of sarcasm there Ice Maing? Though, keep in mind, the Z31 300ZX (1984-1989) is so old at this point they're dirt cheap to repair... Good luck getting at that radiator though.

Yeah, just a bit. I knew the late-model 300ZXs were pretty easy to work on and replace parts for, but those would indeed have to be the ones before they got all 'fancy' and 'aerodynamic.'

...And as noted by Duke, especially here in Michigan, you're very lucky to find one without a good amount of rust...
 
For the record, there are only twelve 1998 240SXs for sale on AutoTrader in the entire country right now, and they're averaging north of $10,000. For comparison's sake, a BMW 740i of the same year is averaging below $12,000. The BMW was $62,100 new; the 240SX was $23,300.

One of those cars is depreciating in an irregular manner, and it's not the BMW.

Then again you could view a 240SX purchase as an investment...
 
Down here in Louisiana there are tons of people with 240s but you don't see them on sale as much as other cars (probably just my perception due to the lower total number of 240s).

In any case, the car can definately fill your need for a sporty car but I'd be careful if "cost" is a major issue.

Almost any 240 you find is going to have had some fun in the past and repairs will likely become an issue (unless it was seriously well cared for and not dogged-out in the past).

A good idea might be to find one with a long-time owner selling... Increases the likelyhood of the car being in good shape (IMO) since a one year owner trying to sell might be a thrill seeker who wanted a short-term toy. :ouch:
(even worse if you buy the thing from a young owner :scared: )
 
One of those cars is depreciating in an irregular manner, and it's not the BMW.

Then again you could view a 240SX purchase as an investment...
...as long as you flip it within the next year, before the fad dies down and the prices return to normal for a nice-ish 10-year-old Nissan.
 
The new Civics are pretty quick. And those '95-'98 240SXs are heavier than 3000GTs. 3000GT being a metaphor for 'heavy thing.'

Wrong. The 3000GT weighs in at ~3760lbs and the S14 240SX weighs in at ~2753lbs. That's 1000lbs less if math serves me correctly.

Uhhhh, yes, he is. In the latest GRM there is an article about a guy who built up a 240SX to be competitive at the US national level in autocross. His previous car was a Civic (which is the dominant car in the class shared by his 240) and the owner stated that the Civic was faster in a straight line.

My S13 240SX--with the 12v engine--ate Civics, Integras, and Preludes all day everyday at the stop lights. I don't see how the more powerful better engined S14 could be slower.

Never mind the radiator - find one that hasn't biodegraded from the doorhandles down.

Maybe up north, but thankfully here in Texas you don't see as many rusted out because it never rains around here.

...And as noted by Duke, especially here in Michigan, you're very lucky to find one without a good amount of rust...

Again, that is a northern and coastal thing. Cars don't rust as much down here unless left out in a farm field for a decade.

A RWD Celica is harder to find and probably more costly to repair than the 300ZX. Its a shame too, those Celicas before the Supra tag were cool cars.
 
...as long as you flip it within the next year, before the fad dies down and the prices return to normal for a nice-ish 10-year-old Nissan.

I dunno Duke - the AE86 thing has yet to wear off.

JCE
Wrong. The 3000GT weighs in at ~3760lbs and the S14 240SX weighs in at ~2753lbs. That's 1000lbs less if math serves me correctly.

Damn - I thought my stating that the 3000GT reference was a metaphor would suggest that it was, in fact, a metaphor.
 
Get a Trueno...

Or a Nissan Z-car.

For my first car, I want either a Honda Beat or a Buick Grand National, but either of the above would be okay.. I know I could afford the Grand National, but I don't know about the Beat.

Oh right.. Actually, if possible, I'd get a Mazda AZ-1. But that's probably not possible.
 
I dunno Duke - the AE86 thing has yet to wear off.



Damn - I thought my stating that the 3000GT reference was a metaphor would suggest that it was, in fact, a metaphor.

If that was a joke it flew right over my head. :indiff:
 
Get a Trueno...

Or a Nissan Z-car.

For my first car, I want either a Honda Beat or a Buick Grand National, but either of the above would be okay.. I know I could afford the Grand National, but I don't know about the Beat.

Oh right.. Actually, if possible, I'd get a Mazda AZ-1. But that's probably not possible.

He wants to know about the availability of a 240SX.

You suggest:
A Honda Beat
GNX
and an AZ-1

I really do hope I'm the stupid one in this case and missed the joke.
 
Um.. I suggested a Z-car or a Trueno.

And all 3 of my choices are awesome cars :D.

(Note: I would be able to afford the Grand National, not the GNX)
 
Good luck with a GN(X). I think those are even worth more money than the newer 200SXs these days. I was looking at a late-model GN not too long ago and they wanted well over $20K for it... And it had 80,000 on the clock.

People are going crazy over those cars. I think the only vehicle that is worse with that 3.8L Turbocharged V6 is the 20th Anniversary Pontiac Trans-AM...
 
I know! I'm saying I can afford a Grand National. There are plenty for less than 13 thousand, and apparently I'll have around 12 thousand when I come out of high school.
 
To be frank, I wouldn't spend that much money on a Grand National fresh out of high school. You're still young, lets face it you don't have much in years or experience, its just not a good idea. Leave the GN(X) to the old guys, trust me, they'll take better care of them...

...Nothing against you, I'm sure you'd do fine, but I think it would be better for you to find something else...

For example, $12K will get you a pretty nice late-model F-Body, which is just about as fast, and is more fuel-efficient as well...
 
Meh.. for my Boy Scout project I did a Del Sol, but now I want an 80's Japanese sports car or a Grand National, AZ1 or Beat...

I'll make a thread when the time comes (in a few years)
 

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