Description
Datsun 510 1600 De Luxe | 1970
Highlights:
– 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission
– 1600 De Luxe specification, the highest trim level in the 510 range
– Four-door sedan body style
– Offered as a project, requiring paintwork and interior refurbishment
The seller offers for sale this 1970 Datsun 510 1600 De Luxe, powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Presented in the 1600 De Luxe specification, the highest trim level offered in the 510 range, the car is offered as a project. According to the seller, it is mechanically good but would benefit from fresh paintwork and attention to the upholstery. The body shows wear consistent with its age, and the interior carries the marks of long-term use, leaving a buyer with a clear path toward returning the car to good condition.
The 510 was built by Nissan under the Datsun name from 1967 to 1973 and earned a reputation that far outstripped its modest price. Developed with input from Yutaka Katayama, it paired an overhead-camshaft four-cylinder engine with independent rear suspension, an unusual specification in this class that gave the car handling closer to that of more expensive European saloons. That combination of agility and affordability led enthusiasts to call it the poor man’s BMW. The model also built a strong competition record, from the SCCA Trans-Am 2.5 Challenge in North America to the East African Safari Rally, and it remains one of the most collectible Japanese classics of its period.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues.
Condition of the interior
2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
