MODEL OVERVIEWHistory of the 1963-1970 Datsun 1500 / 1600 / 2000 RoadsterTo the uniformed, he Datsun roadsters (the collective nick name for all models in the U.S. They’re known as the Fairlady in Japan) are just Japanese MGB copies, ut that couldn’t be further from the truth. In point of fact, he Datsun pre-dated the introduction of the MGB by several months, nd any styling similarities are coincidental. Whereas the performance of the MGB began to slide downward post-1967, t was just the opposite for the Datsun.

Datsun roadsters are pleasant-looking with more of a bias toward “cute” than handsome, he small hood scoop and stacked tail lights are unique features. The majority of cars out there are the smaller displacement 1500 and 1600 models. The 2000 didn’t become available until mid-1967. The difference was pronounced, owever. Where the 1600 had around 90 hp, he 2000 had 135 hp out of the box and more could be had with a factory tuning kit. The 2000 was a legitimate stoplight sleeper and the mid-year 1967 version is rare and desirable with a better looking dash (pre-1968 cars had a handsome steel dash with toggle switches) and a short windshield.

Datsun roadsters raced successfully in SCCA matches and continue to be good vintage racers. They’re more durable than most of their British rivals but far less well supported in the parts world. Just a fraction of what is available for an MGB is sourceable for a Datsun roadster, n important consideration if you’re restoring a car.

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To the uniformed, he Datsun roadsters (the collective nick name for all models in the U.S. They’re known as the Fairlady in Japan) are just Japanese MGB copies, ut that couldn’t be further from the truth. In point of fact, he Datsun pre-dated the introduction of the MGB by several months, nd any styling similarities are coincidental. Whereas the performance of the MGB began to slide downward post-1967, t was just the opposite for the Datsun.

Datsun roadsters are pleasant-looking with more of a bias toward “cute” than handsome, he small hood scoop and stacked tail lights are unique features. The majority of cars out there are the smaller displacement 1500 and 1600 models. The 2000 didn’t become available until mid-1967. The difference was pronounced, owever. Where the 1600 had around 90 hp, he 2000 had 135 hp out of the box and more could be had with a factory tuning kit. The 2000 was a legitimate stoplight sleeper and the mid-year 1967 version is rare and desirable with a better looking dash (pre-1968 cars had a handsome steel dash with toggle switches) and a short windshield.

Datsun roadsters raced successfully in SCCA matches and continue to be good vintage racers. They’re more durable than most of their British rivals

This Roadster has a Great body with no rust and with new paint and a custom interior as well as a rebuilt motor. It still needs a few thing to be 100 percent. a few trim pieces and canvas for the top ( top fame is there) hard top is as well but needs latches and plexi. it also needs bumpers.

CURRENT & HISTORICAL VALUESView current vehicle valuesCurrent Values

• #1 Concours$43,100Condition #1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, n the right colors, riving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, he vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, nd materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is "concours."
• #2 Excellent$27,600
• #3 Good$13,400
• #4 Fair$8,000