1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster
LOCATION: Benicia, California CONSIGNIFY consignify.com I am a private collector and one of the largest classic car wholesalers in the country with an endless passion for classic cars and trucks. We update our collection very often, and right now, we are liquidating some of our collection with the lowest prices out there to make room for new arrivals. We sell nationwide and worldwide and have vehicles all over the country with clean titles. We sell worldwide and can help with nationwide and international shipping! CALL OR TEXT: 747-600-2212 1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster Fully restored to its original specifications, #44 represents a key chapter in Datsun's early American racing history. This Datsun's provenance and historical significance make it an ideal fit for the 2026 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion's "Icons of Japanese Motorsport" celebration. CLEAN TITLE MILEAGE: (CALL FOR MORE INFO) ENGINE: 1600cc 4-Cylinder TRANSMISSION: 5 Speed Manual EXTERIOR COLOR: Red INTERIOR COLOR: Gray FEATURES AND UPGRADES Full body-off, frame-up restoration completed in 2018 Historically significant and documented race car (G Production class) Datsun R16 engine platform Twin 1 1/2 SU carburetors (rebuilt) Aluminum cylinder head (ported and polished) ARP main caps Balanced and polished factory crankshaft Race-prepped connecting rods Venolia pistons with Deeves rings Custom camshaft Isky valve springs Tilton aluminum flywheel Lightened pressure plate BRE 4-1 merge collector exhaust Custom velocity stacks and thermal coated headers Fuel Safe 8-gallon fuel cell Holley fuel pump Setrab oil cooler with BRE filter adapter and Accusump system Custom crossflow copper radiator with Aeroquip lines Petronix ignition system Gear reduction starter Nissan 240SX alternator Odyssey PC680 battery 5-speed manual transmission (fully rebuilt and blueprinted) Ultra-close ratio competition gears Short shifter Limited-slip differential (rebuilt) 4.62 and 4.38 gear ratios Rebalanced driveshaft and rebuilt axles Koni competition shocks Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Dual master cylinders Upgraded sway bar, control arms, and suspension components Leaf spring rear suspension (rebuilt and powder-coated) Panasport wheels Hoosier racing tires Full roll cage Fire suppression system (engine, cockpit, trunk) 6-point racing harness (new 2025) Stewart Warner, Jones, and ATM gauges SPA convex mirrors and Wink multi-panel mirror Included spare wheels, parts, tools, and documentation Includes racing gear, helmet, and accessories 24' enclosed trailer featuring a finished interior and all necessary track equipment costs $8,000. CONDITION This 1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster is a professionally restored and historically significant race car that underwent a no-expense-spared, body-off restoration completed in 2018. Originally discovered as a barn find in Benicia, California, the car was meticulously rebuilt over a 7-year period with every component either replaced, restored, or upgraded. The exterior features a striking red and white professional race livery with period-correct graphics, all applied over a fully prepped and refinished body. The interior is purpose-built for racing, featuring a full roll cage, racing seat, harnesses, and functional instrumentation. Mechanically, the vehicle is in exceptional condition with all systems rebuilt or new, making it fully track-ready with approximately 150+ horsepower and competition-grade components throughout. This is not a tribute car, but a documented and authentic vintage race car with extensive records, making it an outstanding opportunity for collectors and vintage racing enthusiasts alike. HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN AN ICONIC CLASSIC IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION! FINANCING OPTIONS For financing options, please use the link below. It is fast and easy! Collector Car Lending https://collectorcarlending.com/credit/application/375 SHIPPING Buyer is responsible for shipping costs. I can cooperate with your shipper. This vehicle is advertised on other websites, so I have the right to end the auction early if it gets sold. For shipping arrangements, please contact: PHILAM TRANSPORT Phone: (818) 826-3216 Toll-Free: (800) 991-6567 DISCLAIMER People have different opinions and expectations of older vehicles. It is your responsibility to personally inspect the vehicle or send a third-party inspector that will perform an inspection to your satisfaction. Remember, this vehicle is from 1966, and even though I've tried my best to describe it, it can have some imperfections that I'm not aware of. Due to vehicle age, all sales are "Final" and "As Is."
Phone: 747-600-2212

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