1984 Datsun Bluebird GX review from Australia and New Zealand
"A cheap car with heaps of easy modifications"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had a bit of trouble with the module (electric dizzy). Replaced the coil and module at the same time, I've had no trouble since.
At the moment I am pushing about 180hp at the road. This amount of power and a locked diff caused the left trailing arm to be torn out of the floor (too many hard launches). Nothing a bit of 6mm plating didn't fix, bolted from top to bottom.
General comments?
In standard form the Bluebird is very comfy and good on fuel if the carby is in good condition.
It is simple to work on, parts are easy to get and Nissan still stock genuine parts.
I enjoy driving my Dato, bigger sway bars front and back and 3 inchs lowered, and it handles like a dream.
For the age of the car, the options are great, things like power windows, A/C, electric aerial and central locking.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | L20B Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 101000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Skyline |
| Date of Entry | 4th May, 2003 |