Vehicle Description
The Mazda Miata was not the first car to take the British roadster
appeal and add in reliable Japanese components. This 1969 Datsun
2000 offers plenty of vintage style in a speedy and nimble droptop
package. And when you peek inside, you'll realize there was a lot
invested in making this a modern class act.
What instantly attracts you to this car is a serious investment in
making sure the body is looking great. It's a product of not only
making sure the panels fit well and the doors shut with authority,
but also it's about getting all the features right from the hood
scoop to the subtle tailfin. All the chrome has a mirror like
shine, the light blue has the luster of a modern clearcoat, and the
tan top fits sung like a practical classic should. The overall
presentation looks like the best of Europe, but it came from the
engineering minds at Nissan/Datsun. And just to make sure this one
was looking its best, crystal clear headlights were added and
Dayton Wire knock-off wheels were added. It's a theme of looking
great with the right upgrades that continues inside, too.
One of the reasons we love the British sportscars is because the
interiors feel like an old-school craftsman created them. Datsun
did a good job with the 2000, but it never was a match for the best
of Europe... until now. The earlier style metal dash was
hydro-dipped to give the appearance of smooth walnut wood. The same
goes for many of the panels on the center console and doors, and
the classic banjo-style steering wheel was added. The bucket seats
are made from a durable vinyl with a comfortable microfiber insert,
and the whole color scheme is designed to coordinate with the
interior and roof. And while the full Speedhut gauge package is a
nice modern upgrade, the one that will have your attention is a
little less subtle. The Parrot touchscreen interface controls the
AM/FM stereo, and it's compatible with a card reader and your iPod
as well as can charge USB devices. So you can have the most modern
tunes playing while you have fun in your very vintage roadster.
Open the hood for a little fun. The valve cover for the 2.0-liter
and breather for the twin carbs have been given the same wood-like
appearance as the interior. But more than just looking good, you're
viewing the heart of the 2000's appeal. Datsun offered a more
reliable and more powerful engine than most of its English
competitors. So when it's part of such a nicely built package, you
have a motor that fires up easily, purrs with that perfect roadster
exhaust note, and is reliable all the way through your favorite
Sunday drive. Add in the four-wheel disc brakes and five-speed
manual transmission, and you have a package that offers complete
control in one beautiful blue roadster.
This Datsun was restored only a few years ago, and you can see the
quality in everything right down to the super clean undercarriage
photos. These are a rapidly appreciating classic, and you're
looking at one that has been given all the right upgrades. So you
know you have to act quickly to take it home. Call today!!