Nissan 240 SX 1994

History and Background

The 1994 Nissan 240 SX belongs to the S13 generation of Nissan’s sports car lineup, which was introduced in the late 1980s. The 240 SX was developed specifically for the North American market and was closely related to the Nissan Silvia and 180SX, which were sold in other parts of the world. The S13 generation debuted in 1988 and was offered in North America as the 240 SX starting with the 1989 model year. The model was developed as a relatively affordable rear-wheel-drive sports car, with Nissan emphasizing balanced weight distribution and conventional engineering.

The Nissan 240 SX was initially available as a coupe and a hatchback. In 1992, a convertible version was introduced for the North American market. This open-top version was based on the two-door coupe and was converted into a convertible by American Specialty Cars (ASC). The modifications included removing the fixed roof, reinforcing the body structure, and installing an electrically operated fabric top. The convertible was offered exclusively with an automatic transmission and remained available through the 1994 model year.

The 1994 Nissan 240 SX thus belongs to the final production year of the S13 generation on the North American market. In 1995, it was succeeded by the S14 generation, which featured an entirely new body design. The 240 SX differed from the Japanese Silvia in terms of its engine and market positioning. While the Japanese models were also available with smaller turbocharged engines, Nissan opted for a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine for the North American market. The convertible version was produced in significantly smaller numbers than the hardtop variants and is a rare sight in Europe.

Features and Details

An important technical feature of the Nissan 240 SX is the combination of a front-mounted four-cylinder engine with rear-wheel drive. The 1994 model is one of the versions equipped with the KA24DE engine, featuring dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder. The S13 generation featured independent suspension all around, with a multilink design at the rear. This technical setup distinguished the 240 SX from various other Japanese sports models from the same period. For the convertible, the body was modified to structurally compensate for the absence of a fixed roof.

This 1994 Nissan 240 SX was imported from Canada and has been in the same ownership for 22 years. The car looks good both inside and out, aside from a few minor imperfections. The car was repainted three years ago. The soft top was replaced ten years ago and still looks good. About seven years ago, the original fabric interior was replaced with a leather interior. The air conditioning works well, and the power convertible top operates smoothly. The car has always been easy to maintain and has received regular, scheduled maintenance. In addition, a comprehensive folder of documentation is included.

Summary

This 1994 Nissan 240 SX is a convertible from the final production year of the S13 generation. The model combines rear-wheel drive with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and a convertible body style developed by ASC. This vehicle, imported from Canada, has been in the same ownership for 22 years and comes with a comprehensive maintenance and documentation history. To get a good idea of the lot, we recommend that you attend the viewing day.