Was the 280Z the last great Z car? Or was it great at all? In the beginning, Datsun tried very hard to read the room when it introduced the 240Z, engaging in a long development period geared toward meticulous… more»
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Desert Flower – 1972 Datsun 240Z
Datsun made a big splash with it’s nimble and sporty 240Z. A sort-of Mustang in miniature, the Japanese pony car filled its elongated snout with a silky-smooth straight six, and the styling pays homage to glorious Italian GT cars…. more»
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Rotisserie Project: 1976 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun Z-cars have long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, blending affordable performance with timeless styling. Today, finding a solid example of a 240Z or 280Z has become increasingly difficult due to rust issues and… more»
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Ready to Complete: 1969 Datsun Fairlady 2000
It wasn’t that long ago we featured another project-grade Datsun Fairlady Roadster up for sale, but this time we have one with the desirable 2.0L engine that gives the primitive two-seater a serious performance boost. Overlooked by the classic… more»
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510 Hauler: 1972 Datsun Pickup
When we think of a sport truck, some might say Nissan invented the genre. The Datsun 720 pickup with offered in “ST” guise, which stood for “Sport Truck.” They came loaded up with unique graphics, a killer three-spoke steering… more»
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True Time Capsule: 1970 Datsun 240Z Barn Find
Few cars define the rise of Japanese sports cars in America like the Datsun 240Z, and this early-production 1970 Series 1 is a rare survivor. Listed here on eBay by a private seller, this Z wears VIN HLS30-10683, marking… more»
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In Progress Roadster: 1969 Datsun Fairlady 1600
The Datsun Fairlady roadster is often overlooked in classic open-top classes, with the British makes seemingly dominating the category. This is a shame, as the cute-as-a-button Datsun is a compelling choice both as a classic cruiser or a hot-rod… more»
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Wine Country Survivor: 1969 Datsun 521 Pickup
Vertical photos of a horizontal vehicle, with a lot of them being cut off on one end or the other, don’t take away from the faded glory of this 1969 Datsun 521 Pickup. Sure, it needs work, but don’t… more»
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Garage Find: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The early Datsun 240Z is a legend among Japanese sports cars, and this 1971 example looks like a time capsule waiting for its next chapter. Listed here on eBay and located with the seller, this car has been parked… more»
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Blue Plate Survivor: 1980 Datsun 510 Liftback
We’ve all heard stories about the “Little old lady from Pasadena” who had a car and only drove it to church on Sundays, yadda-yadda. Most of them are probably made-up fables to sell vehicles, but this one is plausible,… more»
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30k Original Miles? 1972 Datsun 240Z
Datsun claimed that it never drew influence for the 240Z from Jaguar’s iconic E-Type, but few people believed them. From its long hood to the rear hatch and the straight-six under the hood, it was hard to deny the… more»
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Widebody Project Car: 1970 Datsun 510
Do you have a car that falls decidedly outside of your usual preferences for a project and somehow keeps hanging on, lingering at the edge of your perspective? That’s the Datsun 510 for me. I really have no desire… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Datsun 280ZX 5-Speed Survivor
Talk about a time capsule – this 1980 Datsun 280ZX looks like an incredible survivor, at least once you get it out of the garage and back on the road. The only hint of rust is from the previous… more»
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Original S130: 1983 Datsun 280ZX GL
The Datsun Z-Car remains one of the more attainable classics out there, and with strong parts supply and a reasonably modern driving experience, it’s a great choice for a starter project. Fortunately, this low mileage 1983 Datsun 280ZX GL… more»
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Restored Gem: 1964 Datsun 320 Pickup 5-Speed
A “cute” truck? Is that an oxymoron, or can there really be such a thing? Trucks are meant to be tough and mean and nothing more than tools for hard-working people. I rarely use the word “cute” other than… more»
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BF Auction: 1974 Datsun B210
While not as sought after as its sibling, the Datsun 510, these B210s are starting to gain a dedicated following. Finding solid and clean original examples is nearly unheard of, as most were abused and sent to the recycler… more»
