Datsun Sports 1964-1983
Datsun sports models enjoy a strong collector following across the world and values continue to surge.
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We haven’t seen anything like the record-setting prices of 2020 during recent months (US$1.17 million paid for a rare 240Z racer and $310K for a road car) but six-figure 240/260Z sales are threatening to become typical. Later 260 2+2 and 280ZXs rely more on luxury than rally-winning bravado for their appeal and both versions remain affordable at less than $30,000.
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That amount should also buy an open-top Fairlady 1500 or perhaps the later 1600 Roadster, however the potent 2000 Sports is very scarce and excellent cars sell for more than $50,000.
| Buyer’s Guide: Datsun 240Z
Fairlady/1600 $32,000 [1]
2000 Sports $62,500 [2]
240Z $64,085 [6]
Fairlady Z $120,445 [2]
260Z $59,595 [4]
260Z 2+2 $31,685 [14]
280ZX $23,900 [9]
[*] = number of recorded sales
(Note: concours & special cars may demand more.)
Numbers from our 2021 Japanese Classic & Performance Value Guide.
| 2020 Market Review: Datsun Sports 1964-1983
From Unique Cars #454, June 2021