Over the past decade, interest in early Datsun Z-cars has increased considerably. They were well-liked when new, as they offered great performance and looks for a reasonable price. Unfortunately, many have suffered rough lives and were recycled long ago…. more»
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Nov 11, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Private Museum Dweller: 1981 Datsun 310 GX
In the early 1980s, Nissan still sold its cars in the U.S. with Datsun badging. One of the company’s subcompacts was the Pulsar, sold as the Datsun 310 in the U.S. Available in 1981 with a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine… more»
Nov 11, 2024 • Auctions • 11 Comments
No Reserve! 1977 Datsun 280Z Project
We think many of us here agree that the Datsun 240/260/280Z is among the best-looking cars to come out of Japan. It’s gorgeous. They also lend themselves well to modifications, as evidenced by those fantastic Bob Sharp Z’s that… more»
Oct 15, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Cheap Project? 1973 Datsun 240Z
It is often said that we only get what we pay for in life. Spending mere pennies on a classic car rarely results in a pristine vehicle finding its way into a buyer’s garage. That is undoubtedly the case… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
37K Miles: 1978 Datsun 510 Wagon
It’s hard to believe how small a car like this 1978 Datsun 510 Wagon is until you see one on the road next to what is considered a “small” vehicle today. A 2024 Nissan Sentra is 71.5 inches wide,… more»
Sep 23, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
77k Original Miles: 1976 Datsun 280Z
Survivor-grade classics sometimes leave potential buyers torn. What is the most appropriate course of action? Should such cars be treated to a faithful restoration, or is preservation a better option? Those are the questions facing the new owner of… more»
Sep 17, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve: 1973 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z has been one of the star performers in the classic market over the past decade, with original and pristine examples highly sought by enthusiasts. This 1973 model needs plenty of TLC, but that hasn’t dampened interest…. more»
Sep 3, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Garage-Kept 1972 Datsun 240Z With 14k Miles!
With a reported 14k original miles, a true barn find of a car is up for sale in Tacoma, Washington. According to the seller, this car has been inside for 50 years and is all original. Listed with the… more»
Aug 30, 2024 • Exclusives • 6 Comments
Make An Offer: 1983 Datsun 280ZX 2+2 Turbo 5-Speed
The original Datsun 240Z was an icon of its era, with excellent handling and strong performance from its inline-6 engine. Unfortunately, emission regulations killed horsepower numbers, so Datsun began enlarging the engine to offset these regulations. This gave birth… more»
Aug 13, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Parked Since 2012: 1969 Datsun 1600 Sports Roadster
It never ceases to amaze me how a simple maintenance task on a classic car can rapidly descend into an automotive nightmare. Such is the case with this 1969 Datsun 1600 Sports Roadster. This little gem has been laid… more»
Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare To See Today: 1978 Datsun 200SX
U.S. safety regulations weren’t kind to bumpers during the 1970s, but I’m sure they saved a few lives, so there’s that. Retrofitting Japanese-market bumpers to a car like this 1978 Datsun 200SX is a thing, and it’s doable, but… more»
Aug 6, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
54k Original Miles: 1979 Datsun 280ZX
The Datsun 280ZX received mixed reviews upon its 1979 release. Some people expressed disappointment that it was no longer what they considered to be a sports car, while others appreciated the increased comfort that transformed the car into a… more»
Jul 23, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Solid Survivor?! 1979 Datsun 510
I did not know there were any of these left! I thought most of these 70s Datsuns were consumed by the tin worm long ago. Cars like this one did not last long in the northeast, where the roads… more»
Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Fire Survivor: 1976 Datsun 280Z
Survivors are typically cars that have managed to get through life without any modifications or restoration. However, this 1976 Datsun 280Z wears that title for a different reason. Years ago, it suffered an engine bay fire that could have… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Little Hustler! 1974 Datsun 620 Wrecker
Listen up, Datsun wrecker fans! That’s right: Shirley in Goat Elbow, Nebraska and Ed in Frozen Loaf, Oklahoma, this is your day! Joking aside, this 1974 Datsun 620 Little Hustler tow truck might excite a narrow band of enthusiasts,… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Single-Year Color: 1978 Datsun 280Z
Datsun’s First Generation Z-Car range graced American showrooms from 1970 until 1978, with the company offering buyers a choice of twenty-nine paint colors during the production run. However, the Black Pearl cloaking our feature car’s exterior was a one-year-only… more»
