1976 DATSUN 100A CHERRY E10 LIME YELLOW 6822mls FROM NEW

FOR SALE

JF Classic Cars are delighted to offer for sale this remarkably rare 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry, a UK-built example showing just 6,822 miles from new. With so few surviving today, opportunities to acquire such an original and exceptionally low mileage example are becoming increasingly scarce. Carefully preserved throughout its life, this charming seventies Datsun represents a genuine piece of British-built Japanese motoring history and a wonderful addition to any discerning collection

DESCRIPTION

Introduced in 1970, the Datsun 100A Cherry was Nissan's first front-wheel-drive family car and played a significant role in establishing the marque's reputation for reliability and value within the UK market

Offered in a variety of body styles and trim levels buyers could choose from practical two and four-door saloons with equipment ranging from modest entry-level specification through to more generously appointed models featuring items such as reclining front seats, heated rear windows and sporty exterior detailing

Production of the original E10 series continued until 1977 when it made way for the second-generation Cherry, ensuring the model's place as one of the pioneering Japanese small cars that helped transform Britain's motoring landscape

EXTERNAL

Finished in its original Lime Yellow colour scheme(Datsun paint code:353) the exterior presentation of this 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry is quite unlike almost anything else on the market today. Every panel appears to sit as it did when the car first left the factory, with consistent shut lines and an honesty that can only be achieved through preservation rather than restoration

Naturally, close inspection reveals a light degree of age-related crazing to the paintwork across the odd panel(this can be taken care of if required) but for the true collector this should be viewed as a virtue rather than a flaw. We all know a car is only original once, and these subtle signs of time simply reinforce the authenticity of an example now approaching half a century old. Importantly, the crazing in no way detracts from the overall appearance, with the car still presenting remarkably well and standing as a testament to careful ownership throughout its life.

The originality continues in the finer details. The factory rubbers remain in place, the glazing still carries the character expected of a genuinely preserved car, and the distinctive front grille housing the Datsun emblem presents exactly as intended, complemented by its original round front indicators

The headlamps are free from damage, while the full-width chrome front bumper retains an impressive shine. Original chrome door handles, lower body brightwork and exterior mirrors all remain fitted and present beautifully. The correct factory badging is in place throughout, while the presence of the proper body bungs further defines this as an authentic UK-market example.

To the rear, the original light units remain free from cracks or damage, once again illustrating just how carefully this Cherry has been preserved. Perhaps most remarkably of all, even the window wipers remain original to the car. It is details such as these that money simply cannot recreate. For the discerning collector or enthusiast seeking authenticity over restoration, this exceptionally rare Datsun 100A Cherry offers a level of originality seldom encountered and increasingly impossible to replace

INTERNAL

Stepping inside this 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry is like opening the door to a remarkably well-preserved snapshot of seventies motoring. The original black vinyl and cloth panel seats front and rear remain in very good condition, fronts having headrests and presenting beautifully, showing none of the deterioration often associated with interiors of this age. The cabin exudes an honesty that is increasingly difficult to find, particularly in a car showing a mere 6,822 miles from new.

Beneath your feet, the brown speckled rubber floor matting so characteristic of the era, remains exceptionally well preserved with virtually no signs of wear. Equally impressive are the pedal rubbers, which retain an appearance more befitting a car only a few years old rather than one approaching its fiftieth birthday. The simplicity of the original black dashboard is part of the Cherry's charm, remaining entirely unspoilt and housing its factory switchgear, all of which functions exactly as intended.

Adding a touch of period desirability is the optional Clarion push-button radio, remarkably still operational today and a wonderful reminder of the car's originality. The vinyl door panels present with no notable wear, while the rear pop-out windows continue to snap firmly into position, further reflecting the care this Datsun has enjoyed throughout its life. Ahead of the driver, the basic yet purposeful instrument cluster displays just 6,822 miles from new, with all warning lights extinguishing correctly as they should.

For collectors and discerning buyers who value authenticity above restoration, it is difficult to overstate just how special an interior like this has become. In a world where many classics have been retrimmed, refurbished or altered beyond recognition, this Datsun offers something far rarer an opportunity to experience the understated quality and character of a truly original, low mileage survivor exactly as its first owner would have known it

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Powering this exceptional 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry is its original 998cc 45bhp inline four-cylinder engine, paired with the factory four-speed manual gearbox

Opening the bonnet reveals an engine bay that is perhaps as remarkable as the car itself. Original factory decals remain affixed in place, while numerous inspection dabs, markings and period identification stamps can still be found on various components throughout the bay quietly reinforcing the authenticity and originality that this Datsun has retained from day one. These are the details that are so often lost during restoration, yet they are precisely what seasoned collectors search for when evaluating a truly untouched example

For the discerning enthusiast, originality of this calibre cannot be recreated. This is not merely a well-preserved engine bay or a sympathetic classic; it is an opportunity to experience one of the increasingly rare survivors of Japan's motoring revolution exactly as it was intended, complete with the character, honesty and mechanical integrity that money alone cannot buy

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES

Further enhancing the appeal of this remarkably original 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry are its beautifully presented factory steel wheels correctly painted dark grey in colour and complemented by a full set of original plastic hub caps, all of which remain in outstanding condition

For safety and peace of mind, a new set of tyres were fitted all round ensuring the car is ready to be enjoyed on today's roads while preserving its authentic appearance. Pleasingly, the spare wheel still retains its original factory-fitted Dunlop Gold Seal 6.00-12 4PR tubeless tyre, a wonderful and increasingly rare detail that further highlights the car's exceptional originality.

The braking system operates through a hydraulic set-up comprising front disc brakes and rear drums providing reassuring stopping power entirely in keeping with the car's lightweight character. Having benefited from comprehensive attention and overhaul work, the system performs exactly as intended, delivering a confident and progressive pedal feel. It is this thoughtful balance between careful preservation and sympathetic maintenance that makes this Datsun so appealing; retaining the irreplaceable details collectors seek, whilst ensuring it can still be driven and appreciated with complete confidence. In a market where originality commands an ever-increasing premium, examples displaying this level of authenticity, combined with sensible upkeep, are becoming extraordinarily difficult to find

HISTORY FILE

First registered on the 8th December 1976 by Sycamors Stamford to Mrs Dupont who retained the vehicle for nigh on forty eight years, Towards the end of eighties Mrs Dupont parked the vehicle up and that's where it remained until 2024, Move forward to today and a little recommissioning you have simply a dual in the Datsun crown awaiting it's new owner

Complete with original book pack including service book, also a history second to none including historic tax discs, brochures, invoices and the list goes on and on

In today's classic car market, rarity alone is no longer enough. Collectors seek authenticity, provenance and originality; qualities that simply cannot be recreated once lost. This 1976 Datsun 100A Cherry possesses all three in abundance. As a UK-built example showing just 6,822 miles from new, it represents an opportunity that may never present itself again. The vast majority of these once-familiar family cars disappeared decades ago, used exactly as intended before rust and time took their toll. Very few survived. Fewer still remained untouched. Examples of this calibre are virtually unheard of.

From its original Lime Yellow paintwork and factory markings to its preserved interior, original fittings and even details as small as its spare tyre and window wipers, this Cherry tells an honest story that restoration simply cannot imitate. It offers a unique chance to experience a pivotal chapter in Japanese motoring exactly as it was almost fifty years ago.

For the discerning enthusiast, seasoned collector or investor seeking something genuinely different from the predictable offerings of the classic car world, this Datsun is a collector's dream. Charming, highly original and increasingly impossible to replace, it is the sort of car that draws admiration from those who understand just how significant these survivors have become. Buy it today and you become not merely its owner, but the custodian of one of the finest and most authentic Datsun 100A Cherrys likely to remain in existence.

And to finish..only two previous keepers...simply says it all.

v5 Present & HPi Clear.