1967 Datsun 1600

The Datsun Sports (called Datsun Fairlady in the Japanese and Australian markets), was a series of roadsters produced by Nissan in the 1960s. The series was a predecessor to the Z-car in the Fairlady line, and offered a competitor to the European MG, Triumph, Fiat and Alfa Romeo sports cars. The line began with the 1959 "S211" and continued through 1970 with the "SP311" and "SR311" line. The Fairlady saw competitors follow its introduction, with examples called the Honda S500, the Toyota Sports 800, and the Daihatsu Compagno. In Japan, it represented one of three core products offered by Nissan at Japanese Nissan Dealerships called Nissan Shop, alongside the Datsun Truck and the Datsun 1000. The Datsun SRL 2000 was the 2 seat roadster that made their name. Paul Newman started his racing career in one. It had a potent 1982cc overhead cam engine with dual SU type side draft carbs and a 5 speed transmission. In 1991, Nissan introduced a limited number two-door convertible styled in a retro appearance to the Datsun Sports called the Nissan Figaro.

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to offer this outstanding, partially restored, 1967 Datsun 1600 Convertible. The previous owner of fourteen years always kept this small beauty maintained mechanically and aesthetically. The restoration dating back to 2003 shows a rebuilt engine with only 1700 miles, all new front suspension using only Nissan OEM parts, brand new OEM factory wire harness, and lots of other OEM parts that were replaced, an overall very well done restoration. The paint was also professionally refinished a few years back and shows very well on what appears to be a rust free body. The reliable and surprisingly powerful 1600 motor gives the driver plenty of power and engages with the 4spd flawlessly. Once you get inside this Datsun you will notice the entire interior is very well done and the red seats are in immaculate condition. Behind the wheel you will notice the proper dash with all proper knobs and instruments that function. With a pull of the knob and all lights function properly as they should. The original 14 inch wheels are in great shape and currently wrapped in tires with minimal miles. A brand new top that installed in 2003 but was only up a very small number of times still shows to be as new. Get in and with a turn of the key this Datsun comes alive and you are off to a new adventure.

If you are looking for an enjoyable driving Datsun that has a very unique look, this is the one. These Datsun's are becoming very difficult to find and even harder to find that are in running and useable condition. This one gives you both qualities of a simple driver with outstanding eye appeal to the masses.

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