1974 DATSUN 260Z

Historic for tax and ULEZ but certainly not historic in appearance and quality.

It's evident that a talented person has put so much effort, time and expense into creating one of the best classic cars we have ever had.

Supplied new to the UK in 1974 as a genuine right-hand drive manual gearbox edition, this very early 260z is an extremely rare car to see on the road today.

It is unusual for a Datsun to recieve a restoration to this standard. Most examples have been raced and rebuilt to race again and so to see one presenting as this one does is incredible. Furthermore, whilst its clear the engine has had major works carried out it retains the original engine unit with it's matching number and also retained standard factory specification and the original colour.

The bodywork and paintwork are like its just left the factory. The interior is like its never been sat in.

Ward & Thompson Motors had the pleasure of delivering it to the first owner in September 1974 where it was registered on VKX 260N which remains today. As you can see from our photos, the original service book confirms the registration number, manual transmission and was finished in 307 Blue.

The original service book has plenty of evidence of services and good ownership.

Additionally, we have more receipts and invoices for parts and servicing at Datsun/Nissan dealers, some Toyota dealers and various other independent garages over the past decades. The history and provenance are consistent with few gaps whatsoever and documents have been arranged in date order for easy reading.

The Pacific Blue metallic paintwork is a wonderful finish, the black interior and period sports wheels all present in top order as is the original engine, which clearly has been expensively breathed on. We were impressed to see the glass across the car has the original registration number etched.

All in all, this is an opportunity to own the best looking and driving 260Z in the market. It’s not cheap but quality doesn’t come cheap. I doubt we’ll ever see another Datsun as good as this one. In terms of its build quality, presentation and history, it is unrivalled.

Our asking price is reflective of the considerable workmanship, time and cost to get a car to this standard, but with a huge saving.

This vehicle will be supplied with an oil and filter service carried out, a full MOT and 6 Months nationwide Autoguard warranty. Speedometer recalibrated upon request.

Finance can be provided by our independent broker if required.