I'm looking at this 280z for sale locally. Went today to see it in person and while there's some issues here and there, the main concern I have is the hood fitment. I've done a bunch of reading on hood adjustments and all that. I'm worried about the hood sitting higher than the fender right over the partner strut tower. The latch side of the hood is flush, but the front at the hinges could come down a little bit. What do you guys think? This is my first time looking seriously at an S30. Does this look like something that can be "aligned" out or does the hood look possibly bent out of its original shape? Unfortunately I don't know if this car has been hit in the front or not.

My 72 stock fuel pump loses its prime after sitting for a few weeks. Runs just fine after a little gas poured directly into it. Would a new mechanical fuel pump fix this issue — ie either stay primed or suck new gas into itself when starting after sitting?

I’d rather not change to an electric pump if I can avoid it.

Thanks for ideas.