Product Description
1979-1983 Datsun 280ZX, Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Kit
Seatbeltplanet.com's™ 1979-1983 Datsun 280ZX, Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Kit. 3 Point Retractable Lap & Shoulder Seat Belt Kit with End Release Buckle
- Retractable 3 Point Lap & Shoulder Belt
- End Release Buckle
- Driver & Passenger Seating Position
- Hardware not included
The Seatbelt Planet 1979-1983 Datsun 280ZX, Driver & Passenger Seat Belt Kit, sold by Vintage Car Radio, brings effective three-point restraint to the front seats of these pure two-seater Z-cars while preserving their driver-focused character.
The standard 280ZX remained the more sporting partner to the longer 2+2 version. With its shorter wheelbase, lower weight and strictly two-seat layout, it delivered a sharper, more immediate connection between driver and road. The smooth 2.8-liter inline-six,
refined chassis and distinctive styling made it a capable grand tourer that still felt engaging when pushed.
The front seats placed the occupants low and central, creating the classic Z-car driving position. What has not held up as well is the original restraint equipment. Webbing typically fades and loses strength, buckles become inconsistent, and many examples now operate with incomplete or incorrect belts.
This kit from Seatbelt Planet supplies a complete pair of 3-point belts configured for the 1979-1983 280ZX front seats. The webbing is dense, UV-stable polyester selected for consistent strength and long-term appearance, available in colors that work with the
interiors used in these cars. The buckles are solid metal with a chrome finish and a firm, positive action. Matching hardware allows the installation to sit cleanly within the cabin rather than looking like an obvious later addition.
The belts are manufactured to meet the performance requirements of FMVSS 209 for tensile strength, controlled elongation, abrasion resistance and buckle function. Wide-range adjustment lets different drivers and passengers achieve a secure, comfortable fit
while maintaining the low seating position that defines the car.
Mounting is intended to work with the existing floor structure. All necessary fasteners are included. In most cases only limited preparation is required. Important: torque values and the assembly sequence must be taken exclusively from the instructions supplied
with the kit. Correct tightening is essential for the system to perform as designed.
Owners who still drive their 280ZX regularly—on preferred roads, club events or longer runs—gain a clear improvement in everyday security. The front seats receive proper three-point protection without disturbing the car’s balance, visibility or pure two-seater
character.
Vintage Car Radio supplies the complete Seatbelt Planet kit with the correct hardware and guidance, keeping the installation process clear for both professional workshops and experienced owners.
The result is a discreet, functional update that allows the 280ZX’s combination of performance and grand-touring ability to be enjoyed with greater confidence. The car keeps its identity as the sharper of the ZX models; the front seats are simply brought to
a higher standard of restraint. Order from Vintage Car Radio and equip your classic Datsun with a restraint solution matched to its driver-focused nature.
