1972 Datsun 240Z
Chassis:
# HS30-112476
Engine:
# L24-110291
Registration:
# OYG 380K
Price:
£44,495
1972 Datsun 240Z with Samuri Spec Engine | Ex-Barrie “Wizzo” Williams
UK RHD Datsun 240Z, ex-Barrie “Wizzo” Williams, uprated by Dave Jarman to Samuri-style spec. Known provenance and ready for fast-road or touring use.
Fast-road specification with approx. 180 bhp, uprated by Dave Jarman in homage to Samuri-built 240Zs.
Owned and signed by Barrie “Wizzo” Williams—well-known British driver across rally, touring car, and historic circuits.
Only 20,000 miles covered since a comprehensive body restoration in the mid-1990s.
UK-market, right-hand drive 240Zs are increasingly hard to find with this level of originality and detail.
260Z electronic distributor and direct cam lobe oil feeds provide durability and reliable high-performance use.
Features a gas-flowed head, Janspeed manifold, stainless exhaust, uprated cams, and lightweight clutch/flywheel.
An Icon with Provenance: Barrie “Wizzo” Williams and the 240Z
This UK-supplied 240Z is more than a desirable survivor—it’s part of British motorsport folklore. Owned and signed by Barrie “Wizzo” Williams, it was one of the last additions to his personal collection. Williams was a giant of the sport, with achievements spanning the 1964 Motoring News Rally Championship, British Saloon Car Championship, and later stints in historic racing. Always as engaging in the paddock as he was behind the wheel, Wizzo brought humour and humility to everything he drove.
This 240Z is believed to have been his road car in later years. Its Samuri-style upgrades were carried out by respected marque specialist Dave Jarman, ensuring both performance and authenticity. With period-correct tuning and mechanical enhancements, it bridges the gap between spirited road use and long-distance touring.
Inspirational
The car’s 2.4-litre straight-six has been uprated to deliver an estimated 180 bhp. The key features include a gas-flowed cylinder head, uprated camshafts with direct oil feed to the lobes, a lightweight flywheel and clutch assembly, and a 260Z electronic distributor for improved ignition.
The exhaust is handled by a Janspeed manifold feeding into a full stainless-steel system, giving both power and tone. The sum of these enhancements is a smooth, responsive drive well suited to B-road enjoyment.
Engine
During the 1990s, the car was stripped back for a comprehensive restoration, including full body repaint and resealing of all underbody panels. It has since covered just 20,000 miles and remains in excellent order. Accompanying the car is a detailed history file, with photographs of the restoration process and records of the Samuri-style upgrades. The mechanical and cosmetic upkeep reflects long-term enthusiast ownership.
Offered for Sale by Tom Hardman Limited
It’s rare to find a UK-market 240Z with this combination of provenance, quality, and usability. As part of a carefully curated collection, it’s now offered for sale by Tom Hardman Limited. Contact us directly to arrange a viewing or discuss the car in greater detail.
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