Every now and then you run up on a cache of cars and wonder how they came to be. Such is the case with this gathering of upwards of 50 cars (that I can count) which are largely British… more»
Datsun
Aug 2, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Carport Find: 1971 Datsun 521 Pickup
Not every “barn find” was found in a literal barn, it’s a term to denote that a vehicle was discovered after being parked for months or years. Just like a new Mini Cooper is much bigger than the original… more»
Jul 26, 2020 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Owned Since ’77: 1974.5 Datsun 260Z
Cheap Z cars are quickly becoming a thing of the past, as this 1974 Datsun 260Z goes to show you. There was a time when the only models that achieved seriously strong prices were the earliest of the Z… more»
Jul 24, 2020 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Worth Restoring? 1970 Datsun 240z
Early Z prices are quickly getting out of reach for many, so if you’ve been looking for a project to at least get your oar into that Z water, this 1970 example may be worth a look. It was… more»
Jul 23, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
27k Original Miles: 1977 Datsun 280Z
While it was initially introduced into the American market to compete head-to-head with the MGB-GT, the original Datsun Z-Car range drew more comparisons with the original Jaguar E-Type. It is easy to see why, because it shared many of… more»
Jul 22, 2020 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Just Donated: 1983 Datsun 280ZX
This 1983 Datsun 280ZX is a loaded-up example featuring 2+2 seating, T-tops, and the preferred manual transmission, and is a running car that was just donated to charity. Despite the NACA-duct on the hood, it is not a turbocharged… more»
Jul 21, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Nicest One Left? 39k Mile 1980 Datsun 210
As with most Japanese carmakers, Nissan’s naming system in the 1970s and 80s was more than a little confusing. It makes even those of us who consider ourselves fans and aficionados of vintage Japanese vehicles scratch our heads a… more»
Jul 7, 2020 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Tidy Driver: 1972 Datsun 240Z
It’s always interesting how we will see no examples of a particular breed of classic car for an extended period, and then a few will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds in quick succession. That has been… more»
Jul 7, 2020 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare 1967 Datsun 411 SSS Wagon
Most of us are familiar with Datsun’s famous 510 models in various body styles, but before that (yes) iconic line of cars, Nissan/Datsun produced the 410 and 411, also known as the Bluebird 410/411 in other markets. This rare… more»
Jul 6, 2020 • For Sale • 5 Comments
BF Classified: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z has often been compared to the legendary Jaguar E-Type, particularly when it comes to the subject of style and mechanical configuration. One area where there is no comparison is in their relative prices. Today you could… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Skeleton Car? 1978 Datsun 280Z
As some of you know, I’ve been helping to clear out a stash of vehicles from a property in Georgia. One the models we have several of (and that has proven popular in terms of how many we’ve sold)… more»
Jul 3, 2020 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Always Garaged: 1973 Datsun 240Z
Datsun’s first-generation Z-car is an incredibly popular vehicle among collectors, especially the 240Z model, which was the first of the Z cars sold. It should come as no surprise that the seller of this 1973 Datsun 240Z that is… more»
Jun 20, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
One-Owner Survivor: 1977 Datsun 280Z
As the final first-generation Datsun Z models, the 280Z is the least expensive route into owning this seminal sports car, but they are rising in value quickly these days. Like most sports cars, spotless and well-kept examples are hard… more»
Jun 16, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Sitting For 30 Years: 1971 Datsun 510 Project
It’s no secret that finding sporty and compact rear-wheel-drive vehicles is a challenge, especially if you don’t want to break the bank. During the mid-1980s, many automakers discontinued rear-wheel-drive compact cars or switched them to front-wheel-drive platforms, which means… more»
Jun 8, 2020 • For Sale • 26 Comments
11 Mile 1980 Datsun 280ZX 10th Anniversary
While this site has seen plenty of low-mileage specimens come up for grabs, having a mere 11 miles on the odometer is one of the lowest recordings I can recall seeing. Even better is that it’s a genuinely desirable… more»
May 18, 2020 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Forgotten Roadster: 1969 Datsun 1600
The listing for this 1969 Datsun 1600 roadster is marked as pending, so it may be too late – but we all know how flaky buyers on Facebook Marketplace can be. It definitely looks like a car worth being… more»
