Datsun

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

ExZotic! 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO Replica

Before road-going Ferraris evolved into street-legal spaceships, mid-engine masterpieces with launch control and active aerodynamics, the 1962-’64 Ferrari 250 GTO ranked among the world’s premiere grand touring masterpieces. With genuine GTO prices as high as $50 million, some of… more»

39K Mile Spaceship: 1977 Datsun 200SX 5-Speed

It’s raining Datsun 200SXs here at Barn Finds, and for those of us who love vintage Japanese tin, that’s a good thing. Speaking of tin, maybe that’s why there aren’t many left; they have a tendency to rust away,… more»

Nicest One Left? 1978 Datsun 200SX

We’ve seen a ton of these cars here at Barn Finds over the years. Just kidding, we’ve only featured one and it was less than a year ago. This 1978 Datsun 200SX is listed here on Facebook Marketplace in… more»

Fun Personified: 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster

Nothing compels me to write up a car from the many listings we see at Barn Finds more than a good set of photos. We’re not asking for Ansel Adams here; we just want to see the basics in… more»

No-Reserve JDM: 1967 Datsun 411 SSS “Bluebird” Two-Door

Which sport sedan did you grow up with? The Austin Mini of the late 1950s and early 1960s? Or were you more familiar with the Alfa Guilia Ti? Most of us know the sensational BMW 2002, arriving in 1968…. more»

Tastefully Modified: 1972 Datsun 240Z

The dreaded “re-list”: that’s what this seller is trying to avoid in the second go-round of his listing for a very attractive 1972 Datsun 240Z that is equipped with the preferred 4-speed manual gearbox. The orange paint is a… more»

Solid Project: 1978 Datsun 280Z

Datsun demonstrated with its Z-car range that it could produce more than reliable and inexpensive small cars. Vehicles like this 1978 280Z are genuine sports models that have developed a strong following in the classic world. This one requires… more»

Original Paint! 1971 Datsun 240Z

Is original paint worth a premium price? This 1971 Datsun 240z listed here on eBay is notable for its known history and Monte Carlo Red paint that’s said to be original, eliciting a description of the car as a… more»

Parked Thirty Years: 1978 Datsun 280Z Coupe

What’s your favorite Z-car? Do you like early 240s? The cushy 280ZX? Or is the very most modern Z Performance more up your alley? Every car has its fans, and it looks like this 1978 Datsun 280Z coupe here… more»

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