My 1975 Datsun Cherry

vinvinvin · **Posted:** Mon Apr 11, 2011 6:25 pm

This Saturday, I will be picking up a 1975 Datsun Cherry, imported from England (I think), the steering wheel is on the opposite side of the car, so stoked. I believe in the US they were marketed as the F10?

This will be my first Japanese car of any kind, and I'm very excited. From what I understand, it's kind of rare. Anyways, I'm going to post some pictures of it and I'm hoping to rack up some interest in it from the community here. Hopefully you guys can help me with some history, interesting facts, tips and hints for restoration, I have no idea what kind of features are on the Dat either so if you can point out some cool stuff, that'd be awesome.

Also, I want to build up a list of people that have parts/experience with this car, because I'll be needing some help. The guy I'm buying it from also is including A TON of Datsun parts, so I'll have some goodies.

I plan on doing a full resto, and then probably selling it a few months later if I don't fall in love, so if you're interested in buying it from me, let me know as well.

(pics in next post)

vinvinvin · **Posted:** Mon Apr 11, 2011 6:28 pm

Need another post before pics, damn.

vinvinvin · **Posted:** Mon Apr 11, 2011 6:29 pm

This is what it looked like before it was in storage:

king bee66 · **Posted:** Tue Apr 12, 2011 3:01 am

this is the first generation of cherry and was never sold in the us, the f10 was the second gen, and was released here. congrats, its a sharp little car

EvilRB · **Posted:** Tue Apr 12, 2011 5:25 am

Nice! What happend may I ask?

Nismopunch · **Posted:** Tue Apr 12, 2011 8:29 am

eek that didn't happen on the journey over did it?

vinvinvin · **Posted:** Tue Apr 12, 2011 11:19 am

The fender mishap happened while it was in storage. Not looking forward to fixing that up. You mentioned it was first generation Cherry, would that make it an E10? I'm having a lot of trouble finding parts for it because it goes by a thousand names and it sure is confusing!
Would anybody be able to compile a list of Datsun/Nissan models that would have interchangeable parts with my Cherry?

Stationwagonguy · **Posted:** Tue Apr 12, 2011 10:30 pm

I remember this car on eBay last year (sans damage). Very cool.

john · **Posted:** Wed Apr 13, 2011 10:01 am

vinvinvin wrote:

Would anybody be able to compile a list of Datsun/Nissan models that would have interchangeable parts with my Cherry?

There really aren't any. If you list specific parts you need, there may be some crossover, but no chance of a "master list". This is a very rare car with little to no following. Owning a car like this makes you a bit of a pioneer. :wink:

Eric · **Posted:** Wed Apr 13, 2011 12:05 pm

these come up for sale every now and then over here, one for sale now:

http://link.marktplaats.nl/440709745

as far as i know parts are still available.

why do you want to restore a rhd car and then sell it on? i dont think you will make any money on it since you are located in a lhd country.

pretty cool cars though.

brownmagic · **Posted:** Wed Apr 13, 2011 7:51 pm

Congrats,

No wonder the seller wont return my emails...

LOL

Id like to look at this thing in person if possible.

john · **Posted:** Wed Apr 13, 2011 8:17 pm

Eric wrote:

why do you want to restore a rhd car and then sell it on? i dont think you will make any money on it since you are located in a lhd country.

In case you didn't know, quite often a car being RHD over here makes it worth more, not less. :wink:

But I agree with your statement. I wise man once told me "the only way to make a profit on a car is to sell it the same day you bought it."

Eric · **Posted:** Thu Apr 14, 2011 1:03 pm

rhd is worth more?

we always say if it is available lhd why drive rhd

i know that same wise man, his advice helped me through the years!

Dave77 · **Posted:** Thu Apr 14, 2011 5:46 pm

Very nice!

You may want to contact this guy on flickr as he knows quite a bit about UK Datsuns - might be familiar with yours.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/reallyloud/

john · **Posted:** Fri Apr 15, 2011 8:54 pm

Eric wrote:

rhd is worth more?

Generally, yes.

Quote:

we always say if it is available lhd why drive rhd

Because it's different. Over here we prize rare and unique. :tu:

Eric · **Posted:** Sat Apr 16, 2011 12:57 am

i see

crown69 · **Posted:** Sat Apr 30, 2011 8:28 am

vinvinvin wrote:

This Saturday, I will be picking up a 1975 Datsun Cherry, imported from England (I think), the steering wheel is on the opposite side of the car, so stoked. I believe in the US they were marketed as the F10?

This will be my first Japanese car of any kind, and I'm very excited. From what I understand, it's kind of rare. Anyways, I'm going to post some pictures of it and I'm hoping to rack up some interest in it from the community here. Hopefully you guys can help me with some history, interesting facts, tips and hints for restoration, I have no idea what kind of features are on the Dat either so if you can point out some cool stuff, that'd be awesome.

Also, I want to build up a list of people that have parts/experience with this car, because I'll be needing some help. The guy I'm buying it from also is including A TON of Datsun parts, so I'll have some goodies.

I plan on doing a full resto, and then probably selling it a few months later if I don't fall in love, so if you're interested in buying it from me, let me know as well.

it IS imported from england right. I want a set of those wheels for my 4 door. for parts try datman.co
.uk.
enjoy your ride
(pics in next post)

My 1975 Datsun Cherry

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