1981 Datsun 310 2 door sedan review from North America
"Quirky"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Carburator needed a new link after being worn.
Shifter bushing needed replacing.
Starter.
Fuses.
Right side rear window opener replaced.
Right side rear-view mirror added.
Ignition control module.
Safety switches.
Outer right tie rod ends.
Clutch.
Regular maintenance.
Rear hatch lifters.
Speedometer.
Clock.
Fuel gauge need replacing.
General comments?
General complaints about a lack of air conditioning and small, solid feeling wheels.
Engine surges and stalls when cold, transmission is noisy and shifting is sloppy.
Still needs shocks, struts and small items replacing. Body sway and wheel lift in corners.
Interior plastic pieces have degraded over time and are crumbling.
Losing pressure in #3 cylinder and it's in need of an engine and transmission rebuild.
Poor clutch replacement job causes the transmission to leak, especially onto the clutch making it slip under acceleration.
Vibrations and noise are loud.
Seats are low and the seatbelts are the defective "passive" type.
Engine consumes/leaks a quart every 1000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 A15 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 207000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 250000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th November, 2000 |