1979 Datsun 210

The 210 replaced the B210 as Datsun's basic economy car. It was reliable, got good gas mileage, and was practical: all it needed to be. The design feature that stands out the most on these are the grill-mounted turn signals (which shows just how boring the design is). This 210, though it has some rust, looks great with blue pinstripes and the original hubcaps.

 

 

1970 Datsun 521 Pickup

The 521 was an updated 520, Datsun's basic pickup, and predecessor to the popular 620 and 720. Introduced in 1966, the truck had the same front end as the 411 sedan, which was redesigned in 1970, the same year the 520 became the 521. This early 521 is a little worse for wear in the front, but has no rust and appears to be completely functional and drivable.

 

1985 Datsun Nissan 200SX Turbo

The 3rd gen 200SX made its debut in 1984, and lasted until 1988. Like its predecessor, it was available as a fastback or a notchback. These 200SXs always seemed surprisingly large to me, based on their looks and competitors of the time. This car has a 1.8 turbo, which calls for a spoiler, hood bulge, and lots of badges to identify it as such.

 

 

 

 

1981 Datsun 210

The 210 replaced the B210 as Datsun's basic economy car. It was reliable,got good gas mileage, and was practical: all it needed to be. For 1980, the 210 received the recognizable grill design shown here. Personally, I think the lights in the grill are a cool styling feature, and freshen up an otherwise mundane design. This 2-door sedan's chrome and paint still shine, and the gold pinstripe is a great accent on this car.

 

 

 

1978 Datsun 810

The Datsun 810 was introduced in 1977 as a luxury and somewhat sporty sedan. The car used the same engine as the Z, which was good for 125 HP. As a luxury Japanese car, it competed with the Toyota Cressida, which, with its stand up grill, looked quite similar. This 810 is pretty solid, but is beginning to show its age. The elderly apartment complex it's parked at has some great period 60s-70s architecture.

 

 

 

1975 Datsun 710 Wagon

Advertised as the "Driving Man's Economy Car", the Datsun 710 replaced the classic 510 in 1973. It was reliable enough, but the weird styling didn't do it any favors, and, well, just compare it to the 510. Also, it seemed unsure of what it was supposed to be. Economy car? Sporty car? Semi-luxury car? Oh well, today their weirdness and uniqueness makes for an interesting find. How can you not like those curvy windows?

 

 

 

 

1971 Datsun 510 Wagon

1984 Nissan Datsun 4x4 Pickup

1966 Datsun 1600 Fairlady