Datsun 260Z 1974
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Datsun 260Z 1974 for sale.
I have always loved the shape of the Datsun 240, 260 and 280. It is a little bit like a Japanese E-type, but a lot cheaper and perhaps a little better.
Exterior: That very cool orange red suits a 70's sportscar. The paint is good, but not perfect. This is a car for daily use and in a perfect state to just go and have fun. And to me, it certainly looks like fun from the outside with that new set of wheels. This is a California car, so the body is in a very healthy state for a Datsun.
Interior: Recently fitted with new carpets, new door cards and the rest of the interior is in a very good original condition. Underneath the carpets, it is dusty dry, no rust and all original. Rare find indeed. Another cool thing is that this car has original AC to keep you cool during those toasty summer days. And still very good heat for those October days when you go roaring through the forest making those leaves spin behind you.
Engine: Perhaps the best part of this car is that wonderful straight six and the sound it makes going through the rpm curve. The engine in this car is kept very stock and it feels very well maintained over the years. Engine is nice and clean and just had an oil change. The 5-speed gearbox has very firm feel and the final drive has a normal sound. The nice thing is that this is a late 1974.5 model when the 260Z came with 167hp in original state. This car had in original state giant safety bumpers, but we have put it on diet and think it looks much better today.
History: Sold new in California USA back in October 1974. Came to Denmark when on the 8th of July 2017. It came to Denmark with the daughter of the first owner. And in 2019 it came to Sweden. It comes with the original Datsun case containing the original handbook, service book and collected history from USA, Denmark and Sweden. The car has a very untouched feeling to it except the wheels, sportier exhaust and the bumpers. (Original parts along however). I think the reason I like this car so much myself is that it has the looks and performance of many far more expensive cars. It is rare in my parts of the world and it is a little bit of a rebel fighting the European sportscars from that era. Keep in mind that this was during a time when most people were laughing at Japanese cars and saying the have poor performance, and were of bad quality. And I think the Datsun 240Z and 260Z were some of the first cars to change that thinking.
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1974 Datsun 260Z is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Saxtorp by Auto Dealer for €32000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Datsun Model : 260Z Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1974 Sub type : Coupé Location : Saxtorp
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About Datsun
Once upon a time in the mystical land of Japan, there was a small, unassuming car company called Datsun. Legend has it that the name "Datsun" was created when someone dropped a bunch of Scrabble tiles and thought, "Sure, that'll do!" Datsun started with small, quirky cars that made you wonder if they were more suited for a toy store than a car dealership.In the 1950s, Datsun had a brilliant idea: "Let's try our luck in the American market!" They shipped over the Datsun 1000, a car so tiny that even a clown could drive it comfortably. Americans scratched their heads but soon fell in love with its compact cuteness. It was like adopting a small, four-wheeled puppy.
As the '60s rolled in, Datsun unveiled the 240Z, a sports car that could outrun a samurai in flip-flops. It had the speed of a cheetah and a design that turned heads faster than a ninja on roller skates. The 240Z became an instant classic and showed that Datsun was more than just quirky little cars.
In the '70s, Datsun dropped the 510, a sedan with the agility of a ninja and a suspension so smooth, it could make you believe you were floating on a cloud. Families across America hailed it as the car that could carry everything – from groceries to grandmas – without breaking a sweat.
But the real magic happened when Datsun revealed the Datsun 510 wagon. It was like Mary Poppins' bag, fitting more stuff than seemed humanly possible. This wagon was an enigma, a mystery, and America couldn't get enough.
Then, in the '80s, Datsun pulled a fast one and changed their name to Nissan, leaving us all a bit befuddled. But they continued making fantastic cars that were zippier than a sushi chef on a Saturday night.
And that's the whimsical tale of how Datsun – or should I say, Nissan – took over the American market, one quirky yet lovable car at a time.
As for the most influential Datsun models and their specs:
Datsun 240Z: The 240Z was a sports car sensation. It featured a 2.4-liter inline-six engine, producing around 150 horsepower. With rear-wheel drive and a sleek design, it was a blast to drive and a style icon of its time.
Datsun 510: The Datsun 510, available as a sedan and wagon, was loved for its handling and durability. It typically came with a four-cylinder engine, producing around 96 horsepower, and was known for its agile suspension.
Datsun 510 Wagon: The Datsun 510 Wagon was like a Tardis, with a deceptively spacious interior. It shared the same engine as the sedan and provided exceptional versatility for families on the go.
These Datsun models left an enduring legacy with their quirky charm, performance, and practicality, making them cherished classics in the hearts of car enthusiasts and families alike.
Oh, one more thing...years after BMW made a copy or the 510 and decided to call it e30. Strange world!