Nissan 240SX

Nissan 240SX

Nissan 240SX

The early to mid-nineties were the golden age for Japanese sport cars. Seemly every year a new sports car from the Land of the Rising Sun would arrive onto the shores; Supra, Eclipse, Celica, 300ZX, and RX-7 to name a few. While those cars did not have the sound and torque of domestic V8s, people them loved as they were affordable, well built, and simply fun to drive. One of those vehicles was the Nissan 240SX. The 240SX came onto American shores in 1989 as a two-door coupe and a three-door hatchback. Both vehicles were based on Nissan’s S RWD Platform and were sold as two different vehicles in Japan; the Silvia (Coupe) and the 180SX (Hatchback). The biggest differences between the cars sold in Japan and United States were engines and the coupe having a different front end.Powering the 240SX in North America was a 2.4L SOHC inline 4-cylinder code-named KA24E; the same engine as used in the Hardbody pickup truck. The KA24E produced 140 HP and 152 lb-ft of torque and could be connected to either a five speed manual or a four speed automatic. Four-wheel disc brakes were standard across the whole range while anti-lock brakes came on the SE models, along with power windows and aluminum wheels.1991 brought minor changes for 240SX which included revised styling and a new 2.4L DOHC inline 4-cylinder called the KA24DE which increased the horsepower and torque to 155 and 160 respectably. Also new was a sports package which included ABS, a limited-slip differential, and Nissan’s HICAS four-wheel steering. A 240SX convertible, exclusive to the US market, was introduced in 1992. The coupe and hatchback would leave in 1993 while the convertible would stick around one more year.In 1995, Nissan introduced a redesigned 240SX. Offered only in a coupe, Nissan made major changes to exterior, interior, and chassis. The coupe would still use the KA24DE engine and the five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic. ABS and limited-slip differential were optional. Minor changes to the front end which included the front bumper, hood, fenders, revised taillights and center panel came in 1997. 1998 would be the final year for the 240SX, with the last one rolling off the line July 23, 1998.Finding a 240SX in decent shape is becoming impossible. Most 240SXs are modified into high horsepower monsters or drift machines, and the JDM SR20DET is commonly swapped. All the power-train combinations available on the 240SX, including the SR20SET, are known to be very durable but it is anyone’s guess what a Fast and Furious-inspired teenager is capable of. Be very careful with looking at modified SXs, for the few cleans ones there is a dozen butchered ones.A clean and stock 240SX does show up from time to time, such as this 1991 Nissan 240SX hatchback located in Pennsylvania. This vehicle has 118,571 miles and the body seems to be in good condition with no signs of rust. The interior is clean and doesn’t show much wear for its age. Since this is a 1991 model it has the more desirable KA24DE engine. Unfortunately this car also has the optional 4-speed automatic which lessens the fun aspect but swapping in a manual transmission is more rewarding than un-pimping. The current bid stands at approximately $2700.00 with the reserve not met.

Nissan 240SX

 Nissan 240SX

 Nissan 240SX

 Nissan 240SX

 Nissan 240SX

Nissan 240SX