The 280Z was discontinued after the 1978 model year to make way for the next generation Z car, the S130 Datsun 280ZX. Throughout the eight model years of S30 chassis cars, Datsun sold 520,000 ...

The second-generation Z car, the 280ZX (model code S130) carried over the fuel-injected 2.8-liter inline six from the 280Z, while the larger, heavier body offered more interior and luggage room.