The aura of 70's cars is odd! Four "Savannah", "Suka G" and "240Z" that were shining glaringly at the old car festival

Report on old domestic cars from the 1970s that captivated young people at that time "Showa Retro Car Expo 2021" was held at Maishima Sports Island, Osaka on November 21, last year. A lot of old cars and vintage cars gathered at the venue, and it was full of atmosphere as if you had traveled back in time to the good old Showa era. Of course, the protagonists are nostalgic cars and their owners, who create a good taste over time while leaving a slightly crazy atmosphere. Report those who are full of charm!

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Mazda Savannah RX-3 (S124 type / made in 1976), a famous rotary car that prevented the box ska GT-R50 winning streak. Owner: Yoshihiro Nakamura The eagle nose with a sharp bonnet, four round headlights, and a honeycomb grille. The Mazda Savanna RX-3 was born with a bad face. As a successor model to the Familia rotary coupe, it is a car equipped with a rotary engine produced from 1971 to 1978. In the touring car race (Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 miles) at that time, it can be said that it is a sports car representing Japan that will leave its name in history even as a car that prevented the 50th straight victory of the Hakosuka GT-R. Mr. Nakamura's RX-3 is a late model called S124 series from the model year, and the engine is equipped with a 12A type rotary engine (the early model is equipped with a 10A type rotary). The current situation of the RX-3 car is that there are almost no good cars left due to the great success in the race, the good running, and the increasing popularity of family cars. In fact, at the Showa Retro Car Expo 2021 that I interviewed, I saw a lot of S30Z and box ska, but I did not see RX-3 other than Nakamura's car. Although it is such a valuable RX-3, it was handed over from a friend in March 2021 because his friend kept it in good condition. The engine is a 12A type 2 rotor engine installed as normal. After the overhaul, it is said that the condition is good about 10,000km. In the future, he said, "I want to process the peripheral port, and I want to clean the inside of the engine room so that it can be enjoyed." ■ Mazda Savannah RX-3 (S124 type) SPEC □ Exterior: Speed ​​form, custom over fender / general-purpose rear wing / Vitaloni door mirror / side marker for tanto □ Wheel & tire: Rays Volk Racing TE37V (F: 15 × 8.0) , R: 15 × 9.5) & Dunlop Dillezza Z1 (F: 225 / 50R15), Yokohama Advan Neova AD06 (R: 225 / 50R15) □ Tuning: Engine 12A type rotary normal overhauled / K & N air cleaner / Weber One-off with carburetor / MDI simultaneous ignition / muffler / volume adjustment □ Suspension: F: SA22 type RX-7 strut diversion □ Interior: Dashboard & door panel / Alcantara replacement / MOMO steering + shift knob / floor mat / Recaro LX seat replacement / center Console & shift panel Self-made carbon construction Hankyu train Color-painted North American reimported Datsun 240 Datsun 240Z (S30 type / made in 1972) Owner: Kazutoyo Kade Kazutoyo Kade The 240Z of Kadesan, which is a reimported car with a left steering wheel .. At the time of purchase, it was summarized in the racing car style of the old family car style works fender that is popular in the United States now, and it was not the car that I intended. While restoring it, he put it together in the current styling, and now he likes this style. The motive for the purchase was as simple as "Yes, let's get in the cab car!", But it was realized because of the owner's strong desire to "absolutely get in!". 240Z purchased with such a strong will. The start of the remake was from the body color, and it was said that the all-pen was used for the genuine color of the Z34 type, but the deciding factor for choosing this color is that it is similar to the body color of the Hankyu train that runs in the local area. The entire body is equipped with a speed form kit. Using carbon material for key points, this kit makes the 240Z more spartan. The wheels to be combined with this body are the bronze color of Rays Volk Racing TE37V. The 17 x 9.5 inset -15 (front) and 17 x 10.0 inset -20 (rear) are combined with 205 and 225 tires, respectively. The engine was replaced with a 2.8L L28 type, and the carburetor was equipped with Solex 40⌀. In addition, it is equipped with an MSD ignition system, an ultra silicon plug cord, and a fuel return system. Also, the owner's sense that not only the engine room but also the head cover is the same color as the body is also good. The troubles found in the restoration process were that the key cylinder was not in contact and the turn signal switch was malfunctioning. The ignition system, cooling system, etc. have been reassembled firmly, so it seems that you can ride stress-free. It seems that it is a car that rides mainly on weekends, but the owner enjoys the goodness of the cab car. ■ Datsan 240Z (S30 type) SPEC □ Exterior: Body All Pen / Speed ​​Form Front Spoiler + Lip Spoiler + Overfender + Side Step + Rear Under Spoiler type2 + Rear Wing □ Wheel & Tire: Rays Volk Racing TE37V (F: 17 × 9.5) -15, R: 17 × 10.5-20) & Dunlop Dillezza Z1 (F: 205 / 45R17, R: 225 / 45R17) □ Tuning: L28 type engine replacement / Solex 40⌀ carburetor / ultra silicon plug cord / mission 4 Speed ​​→ 5 speed / MSD □ Interior: Saito roll cage / roll bar / Recaro seat / L28 modified 3.1ℓ specification GT-X with additional meter LD crank Nissan Skyline HT 2000GT-X (GC10 type / made in 1972) Owner: Mr. Oishi The Skyline GT-X of Oishi Sun is a 1972 model with a chin spoiler, over fenders, and a rear wing in a sporty style like a GT racer. The skyline is 50 years old, but the plated parts such as bumpers and light garnish are shiny and beautiful exterior. Originally, I was fascinated by old car fan Oishi Sun and his senior Hakosuka, and bought this skyline. Currently, in addition to the Skyline, he owns a total of four 1970 Sunny 110 Coupe & Van and Honda N360. The Sunny Coupe is currently being restored. By the way, regarding the Skyline of the main subject, the engine at the time of purchase was L28 and 44φ Solex cab specification, but it was tuned to 3.1L specification that adopted Nissan's LD crank for diesel engine. The cab has been rigorously maintained by replacing it with a Solex 50φ, H-section connecting rod and a 71C mission. The interior is number seven carbon steering with a rubber sole seat. Except for the speedometer, the meter will be replaced with a Diffie, and an additional meter will be provided. It is also equipped with a Star Road cooler, but he says, "I don't use it because I don't like it if it breaks down." The Skyline has made such a move, but "Of course I don't ride on rainy days. I don't ride 10 times a year, so I have to charge the battery before riding." There seems to be an essential ritual unique to old car owners. ■ Skyline HT 2000GT-X (GC10 type) SPEC □ Exterior: Speed ​​form carbon over fender + F chin spoiler + R wing □ Wheel & tire: Work Meister M1 (F: 16 ​​× 9.5, R: 16 × 10.5) & Dunlop Dillezza Z3 (225 / 45R16) □ Tuning: Engine L28 modified 3.1L / LD crank / H cross section Conrod / Solex 50φ carburetor / Big valve / Parts assist Ekimani / 50φ dual muffler / 71C mission / Rubber sole harmonic drive + tower Bar / Speedform Pillow Upper Mount / 6-pot front brake caliper for S13 □ Interior: Number Seven Carbon Steering / Rubber Sole Original Seat / Star Road Cooler / Diffi Meters Full restoration of a tattered body that allows you to see the ground from your feet Nissan Skyline GT (GC10 type / 1971) Owner: Mr. Matsuno When I bought it 16 years ago, Matsuno Sun said that he had fully restored an individual that was in a tattered state with holes from the body to the floor. 1971 Skyline GT. With the GT-R emblem and speed form over fender, it looks like a GT-R specification. The engine, suspension, drivetrain, and interior have been seriously tuned to create a real circuit finish. The engine was changed from L28 & Solex 40φ to 3245cc & Solex 50φ specifications with 89.5φ pistons bored up. In addition to the 7-speed dog mission, the propeller shaft for the R32 Skyline GT-R, and the final change, the brakes are equipped with AP calipers + 320φ ventilated discs on the front. In addition, a safety tank + collector tank and battery have been relocated to the trunk. The interior's carbon dashboard, instrument panel, full bucket & sabelt 4-point belt, digital meter, aluminum floor plate, etc. are super-spartan and cool. As for the exterior, the bonnet / front and rear bumpers / trunk etc. have been changed to carbon. It seems that the rear fender panel will be redone with FRP in the future. ■ Nissan Skyline GT (GC10 type) SPEC □ Exterior: Speed ​​form carbon over fender / carbon F bumper + F chin spoiler + bonnet + trunk + R wing + R bumper □ Wheel & tire: Rays Volk Racing TE37VSL (F17 × 9.5 R17) × 10.5) / Bridgestone Potenza RE71-R (F215 / 45R17, R235 / 45R17) □ Tuning: Engine L28 Kai 3245cc / OS Giken Full Counter Cylinder + 89.5φ Piston + Sequential 7-speed Dog Mission + Triple Clutch / Propeller Shaft for R32 Processing / Solex 50φ carburetor / One-off 61φ octopus foot / 3-layer aluminum radiator + electric fan / rack alternator / Kameari oil pan + oil cooler / MSD7 ignition system / rubber sole F harmonic drive / rear separate shock / AP racing F caliper + ventilator Ted Disc / 1 inch Master Cylinder / One Off Titanium Muffler / Rear Battery / 36L Safety Tank / Pump In Collector Tank □ Interior: One Off Carbon Dashboard + Meter Panel / Stack Digital Meter / 9-Point Roll Bar / Recaro Full Bumper Sheet / Aluminum floor plate