Datsun Fairlady 2000 – 1969

Datsun Fairlady 2000 1969

– Powerful 2-litre engine with twin carburettors
– 5-speed manual transmission
– Roll bar and windscreen
– Luggage rack
– Hella spotlights
– Terratrip rally computer
– Stainless steel exhaust

One of the first Japanese sports cars on the European market: the Datsun Sports, better known as Fairlady. This is the most powerful 2000 version with a 2-litre engine, good for 135 hp. A high fun factor combined with Japanese reliability. It was built in 1969 and imported to the Netherlands in 1995. Owned by the current owner since 2009, who has lovingly maintained the car. The Datsun was also used for rallies, for which it is excellent. In the past, the car was fully restored, and it shows. Finished in the grey colour code ‘666’ with Hella spotlights and lots of chrome work, it is a beautiful sight to behold. The interior has black leather and is equipped with heating, a Terratrip rally computer, roll cage and windshield. The engine compartment is dry and tidy. It is a joy to drive: agile, fast and light. The 135-hp 2-litre engine is controlled by the 5-speed manual gearbox. The stainless steel exhaust generates a nice raw and heavy sound. Practical, fast and a real driver’s car for both rallies and hobby.

General information about the Datsun Sports Fairlady
The Datsun Sports Fairlady was produced from 1959 and had to compete with British and Italian sports cars from brands such as Alfa Romeo, MG and Triumph. Most of the 1600 series were built. In 1967, the more powerful 2000 series with 2.0-litre engine was introduced. Partly due to a higher tax rate in Japan, these series were built indicatively less; about 15,000 units. The engine was mated to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard, which was progressive and quite special for the time. The car was advertised as being significantly cheaper than its competitors. It won awards in its class, while the price was the lowest. The car was popular in Australia, partly because no emission regulations applied there. The Sports Fairlady was succeeded by the 240Z.