This Nissan 240SX is being cleaned for the first time in 25 years… and the gunk is shocking
- This 1989 Nissan 240SX was left in a barn since 1996
- The owner contacted a detailing shop to give it a deep clean
- And the process is wildly satisfying
Published on Jan 05, 2025 at 10:00 AM (UTC+4)
by Nalin Rawat
Last updated on Jan 03, 2025 at 1:15 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
A dust-filled 1989 Nissan 240SX is getting a deep clean after sitting in a barn in Ohio for more than 26 years.
The car has been sitting in the barn since the late 1990s and hasn’t been touched since.
It was found covered in dust and cobwebs, so much so that it was hard to tell what color the body was.
However, this made for an incredibly satisfying clean.
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Dust-filled Nissan 240SX gets a deep clean after 26 years
When the owner of the Nissan 240SX realized the condition it was in, they contacted RJ Wagner from WD Detailing to ask for help.
According to the owner, his father-in-law had bought it in 1991 and drove it as a summer car.
But after this, it was forgotten and left to collect dust next to some old farm equipment.
The first step was to pressure wash the exterior of the 240SX.
Once the car was washed, it revealed a dark grey body and an exterior that was surprisingly in relatively good condition.
However, the real mess came to light when they looked inside the car.
The engine bay, hatch, mats, and carpets were covered with leaves and mouse droppings.
“We obviously already have a ton of mouse droppings and a ton of mice nest and oh and the culprit himself,” said Wagner as he found a dead mouse in the trunk of the car.
Better than a brand new 240SX
Fortunately, the guys were able to vacuum and clean the interior and get it looking almost new again.
This Nissan 240SX itself was quite rare as it was famous for drifting.
But it is hard to see one fully stock, as they are usually heavily modified for drifting.
The owner was also super happy with the final result.
“It’s amazing. You guys are unbelievable. It’s better than when I bought it,” the owner said.
All it needs now is a proper rebuild, so that it can run as smooth as it looks.
While it’s a big job, the folks over at WD Detailing are pretty good at what they do.
They have previously worked on a rare 1955 Mercedes Benz 190 SL that was caked in dust, dirt, and grime after being abandoned in a basement for 60 years.
And they made it look brand new again.
Nalin started his career by working with various national newspapers in India. He has also worked as a writer/editor for many popular websites, while still pursuing his journalism and mass communication degree. Working as a digital nomad has allowed him to inform and educate through his work. When he is not writing, you can find him playing video games or travelling the mountains on his bike.
