1981 Datsun 510 5 door hatchback review from North America
"Indestructible - forgotten model"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Almost nothing went wrong...
Brake pads changed, and that's about it!
General comments?
It's 100% original... from paint to mechanic, absolutely NO rust, kept in the garage 6 months each year (WINTERS in Québec are DESTRUCTIVE). Even the A/C works!
Believe me, that car drives and looks like new - it's so beautiful!!! Around here, cars hardly last more than 10 years... So my 510 is quite original and even GIRLS like it :)
RWD or nothing else (4X4???)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L 4 cylinder 5 speed Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 38000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla GTS 1986 |
| Date of Entry | 10th January, 2001 |