1968 Datsun Other

Convertible

2.0 liter

Manual

Clear

Gasoline

1968 - Classic Datsun roadster 2000; was referred to as the Fairlady in Japan. Original; 65,000 miles; 5 speed manual transmission. Must see to fully appreciate! 2.0 Liter inline 4 cylinder engine, rated at 135 HP at 6000 RPM, it has the original round top twin SU Carbs. This vehicle is in good running condition. Red with black interior. Body is in good shape; has had some body work and the left and right front fenders each have a slight bit of rust at the bottom (see photos). Some small dings and scratches, all paint has crazing. It’s a good “10 foot” car. The bumpers and chrome are very good condition, as is the side molding trim. All gauges work; fuel, amps, oil pressure, temperature, tachometer, odometer and speedometer. The clock and AM radio work well. The 4 way flashers, turn signals and reverse light are fully functioning. Car has the optional 7.5 quart aluminum oil pan and headers. Front disc brakes, drums in rear; new rubber brake lines. A new muffler and battery were installed in July. Transmission shifts smoothly. Original white wall spare tire, with original tire cover, jack and handle. Doors and windows work; glass is not cracked or chipped. Interior is in very good condition; very clean; dash, carpet and door panels are original; no rot on floor pans or in trunk; solid metal. Soft top and boot are in excellent condition; vinyl window is clear, no yellow or cracks. All taxes, fees, and shipping costs are the responsibility of the winning bidder / buyer. History: The Datsun Roadster 2000, called the Fairlady in Japan, was built from 1963 to 1970. It resembles an MGB, and in fact, the Datsun was launched several months prior to the MGB and therefore, any similarity is happenstance. Nevertheless, the car’s main competitors were considered to be the Triumph, MGB and Fiat. The Datsun Roadster was very popular; over 40,000 were sold during the 11 years of production by Nissan. It was much less expensive and more reliable than similar European cars. In 1964, many upgrades were incorporated. With a new and more powerful 1,600 cc engine supplanting the 1,500 cc engine and a top speed of 106 mph, the revisions were impressive. In the US the new, more desirable roadster was marketed as the Datsun Sports 1600. Recently a 1968 Datsun 2000 which was restored sold at auction for 50000.00, The value of these cars keeps going up year after year. All taxes, fees, and shipping costs are the responsibility of the winning bidder / buyer.