Check out this disco throwback TV commercial from 1980!
In 1980 Disco fever was raging like a musical epidemic across America! It was hot enough to help sell the stylish 1980 Nissan (then called Dastun) 280Z, 10th Anniversary Edition. Cheesy music aside, this was a great sports car, with enough room for two well dressed Disco dancers and a large oversized mustache!
This special BLACK GOLD limited edition version came with the following features:
2.8L engine
Numbered, Commemorative Plaque
Two Tone Paint (Gold/Black)
Gold Hood Emblem & Gold Stripe on Black Hood
Gold Tone Alloy Wheels
Headlight Washers
Commemorative Wreath Decals On Lower Front Fenders, Hatch and Owners Manual
Goodyear Wingfoot Tires Size P195/70R14
Five Speed (with new style shift knob)
Tan Leather Seats
Surround Sound Stereo System (AM/FM Radio, Cassette Tape Player (with special tape and letter from Datsun) & Booster))
YOKOHAMA, Japan - Datsun pulled the covers off its all-new car for Russia on April 4, 2014 in Moscow.
The Datsun launch in Russia is particularly significant for the global expansion of the brand, as it is a key market that offers Datsun great potential for growth. It is also the first time in Datsun's history that the brand has been officially introduced to Russia.
The Datsun car was developed specially for the Russian market, but its concept follows the brand's common global philosophy of offering customers (known as risers) an engaging driving experience, peace of mind ownership and accessibility at the right and transparent price with a competitive Total Cost of Ownership.
The car was styled in Japan, while development was carried out locally by an international team of talented engineers drawing on Nissan Motor Corporation's 80 years of car manufacturing experience and technical expertise. The 21st century Datsun for Russia will deliver a rich, customer-orientated brand experience with no compromise in terms of accessibility, reliability and durability - values deeply rooted in Datsun's heritage.
About Datsun
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the return of the Datsun brand, Nissan's third global brand, alongside Nissan and Infiniti, in March 2012. Datsun will provide a sustainable motoring experience to optimistic up-and-coming customers in high-growth markets. Datsun represents 80 years of accumulated Japanese car-making expertise and is an important part of Nissan's DNA. Datsun vehicles will start sales in India, Indonesia, Russia and South Africa from 2014.
Datsun History
Datsun originated in Japan as DAT-GO (the DAT-car) almost a century ago in 1914. The word DAT means "lightning-fast" in Japanese but is also a reference to the first letters of family names of the three financiers who supported the business at the time: Den, Aoyama and Takeuchi. Using the same logic, it was promoted as Durable, Attractive and Trustworthy, or DAT for short.
In 1933, Nissan's founding father Yoshisuke Aikawa took over the business with a vision of "mobility for all." The introduction of a lightweight, economical yet resilient car to meet the aspirations of young Japanese people in the early 1930s was named the "son of DAT" - Datson - which later changed to Datsun. Local engineering and mass-production made the founder's dream a reality.
First customer of the 21st century will take delivery on March 19, 2014, in India
All new car brand with a 100-year heritage
YOKOHAMA, Japan - On March 19, the first Datsun cars sold in the 21st century will be delivered to customers in India. It fulfills a promise made two years ago to bring back the marque that made car ownership mainstream in Japan and numerous other countries, and now returns as the brand of choice for the risers in today's high-growth markets.
The first 21st century Datsun customers will be in India. They will be taking to the roads in their new Datsun GO exactly one hundred years from the launch of the first ever DAT car, in Japan. Over that century, Datsun went on to sell more than 20 million vehicles in 190 countries.
The keys to the new Datsun's will be handed over at celebration events planned for March 19 and March 20 in the Indian cities of Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata.
The Datsun GO will be offered through a network of more than 120 Datsun dealer outlets across the country. Detailed pricing will be announced on March 19th. As disclosed earlier, Nissan Motor Private India Limited will distribute Datsun vehicles in India.
Datsun is expanding rapidly around the world. New Datsun models will be introduced in Indonesia, Russia and South Africa later this year.
About Datsun
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the return of the Datsun brand, Nissan's third global brand, alongside Nissan and Infiniti, in March 2012. Datsun will provide a sustainable motoring experience to optimistic up-and-coming customers in high-growth markets. Datsun represents 80 years of accumulated Japanese car-making expertise and is an important part of Nissan's DNA. Datsun vehicles will start sales in India, Indonesia, Russia and South Africa from 2014.
Datsun History
Datsun originated in Japan as DAT-GO (the DAT-car) almost a century ago in 1914. The word DAT means "lightning-fast" in Japanese but is also a reference to the first letters of family names of the three financiers who supported the business at the time: Den, Aoyama and Takeuchi. Using the same logic, it was promoted as Durable, Attractive and Trustworthy, or DAT for short.
In 1933, Nissan's founding father Yoshisuke Aikawa took over the business with a vision of "mobility for all." The introduction of a lightweight, economical yet resilient car to meet the aspirations of young Japanese people in the early 1930s was named the "son of DAT" – Datson - which later changed to Datsun. Local engineering and mass-production made the founder's dream a reality.
One winner will be awarded a $200 VISA Gift Card on 12/10/19, courtesy of Mossy Nissan. Winners will be chosen by random selection. The prize awarded is not transferable and is not redeemable for cash.
Selection of Winner:
One entrant will win a $200 VISA Gift Card by filling out the electronic form at Mossy Nissan’s booth during AJ and Sara’s Toy Drive at Grossmont San Diego from Saturday, December 7 to Sunday, December 8 from 10 AM to 11:59 PM. On Tuesday, December 10, 2019, the Grand Prize winner will be chosen randomly and notified through the email address that they provided in the electronic form. Winner will be given 48 hours to claim prize from initial contact. Odds of winning depend on the number of entrants received. By participating, entrants agree to be bound by these rules. Winner will be chosen and awarded at Mossy Nissan’s sole and absolute discretion. The prize awarded is not transferable and not redeemable for cash.
One winner will be selected at random from all completed form entries. Entrants must complete form in its entirety by 11:59AM PST on Sunday, December 8, 2019 to be eligible. Mossy Nissan will not be liable for inability to notify the winners, whether due to inaccurate entry information, change of email address or otherwise. If an entrant is found ineligible or if they do not comply with the Official Rules, then the potential winner will be disqualified, and an alternate winner will be selected. Entrants must be 18 years or older. Employees of Mossy Nissan and affiliates of its advertising and promotional agencies and their immediate families and any persons with whom they reside are not eligible.
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