1979 Nissan Laurel / Datsun Laurel (C230)

Highlights

• In family ownership for 45 years
• Approximately 17,000 miles from new
• Back seats still have original plastic covering
• Stored in a garage for its entire life

The Appeal

The Datsun Laurel was a luxury sedan that showcased Japanese engineering in the late 1970s, offering comfort, reliability, and elegant styling at a competitive price point. At a time when the luxury market was dominated by the likes of Mercedes-Benz, a piece of Japanese machinery was perhaps the only thing that could hold a candle - and this angular, imposing car did exactly that.
This particular 1979 Laurel Six Automatic represents a rare survivor with notable provenance, having remained in the same family since new. With just 17,000 miles on the odometer and having been garage-stored out of use for much of its life, this example presents an opportunity to acquire a low-mileage Japanese classic that has been cherished by the same family for over four decades.

History and Paperwork

• First registered in the UK on 27/06/1979
• Single family ownership since new, passed down from father to son
• Current keeper has owned the vehicle since 11/09/1988
• Odometer shows approximately 17,000 miles
• Stored in a garage throughout its life
• Has not been driven for approximately 20 years
• Classic car mechanic replaced 4 tyres and battery about a year ago
• Battery has been disconnected since the mechanic got it running a year ago

The Condition

• Overall condition appears good for its age
• One small scrape under the driver's side rear light
• Interior presents well
• Back seats still have original plastic covering

The Mechanics

• 1998cc 6-cylinder petrol engine
• 3-speed automatic transmission
• Highly original with no known modifications
• Car needs a new exhaust silencer
• Mechanic recommended brakes be checked
• Engine oil should be replaced before driving
• A general service is well overdue after so long static

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