Datsun

Meticulously Maintained: 1973 Datsun 240Z

A classic car’s odometer reading sometimes isn’t a consideration, particularly if it has received the TLC it richly deserves. This 1973 Datsun 240Z is a perfect example of that approach. It has 148,544 miles on the clock, but the… more»

Upgraded Engine: 1972 Datsun 240Z

Despite selling more than 500,000 examples of its S30 Z-car starting in 1969 through the end of production in 1978, the earliest of these – still numbering in the tens of thousands – have seen spectacular price increases in… more»

BF Auction: 1974 Datsun 260Z

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»

Small-Block Update: 1975 Datsun 280Z

There is no denying that tightening emission regulations during the 1970s impacted vehicle performance, and Datsun’s Z-Car range wasn’t immune. These cars could still accelerate relatively well, but the company achieved this feat by offering ever-larger versions of its… more»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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