Datsun 260Z Restoration
1974 Nissan Fairlady Z Widebody · Now For Sale

Bavaria Sports Cars is proud to present this exceptional 1974 Datsun 260Z — a Nissan Fairlady Z widebody and one of the finest examples of its kind available anywhere in the world today. This Datsun 260Z is a finished, drive-away car, offered exclusively through our showroom in Garching bei München, with worldwide shipping available to buyers in Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Japan, and beyond.

This Datsun 260Z carries a Marugen Shokai widebody kit sourced directly from Japan, a fully rebuilt engine with upgraded fuel injection, a complete gearbox and differential overhaul, and a brilliant silver respray executed across nine stages of primer preparation. This Datsun 260Z restoration holds TÜV German historical vehicle status — the single most valuable certification a classic car can carry for European ownership — and presents in fully restored, ready-to-enjoy condition.

The Datsun 260Z arrived for restoration in genuinely good structural condition. The body was intact, the floors solid, and the shell retained its factory integrity throughout. The rust found — at the sills, the floor pan edges, and the wheel arch surrounds — was modest and entirely typical of a 50-year-old Japanese sports car. There were no structural surprises, no hidden previous repairs, and no cause for concern beneath the surface.

Every affected area was treated correctly: cut out where required, treated to bare metal, and sealed before any further work proceeded. A comprehensive protective undercoat was subsequently applied to the entire underbody — an important part of any serious Datsun 260Z restoration, providing lasting protection for the next owner.

The defining feature of this Datsun 260Z build is the Marugen Shokai widebody kit — among the most respected names in the S30 aftermarket world, produced in Japan and known globally for the quality of its fitment and the authenticity of its design language. The kit transforms the 260Z silhouette into something genuinely purposeful while remaining true to the original Yoshihiko Matsuo styling.

Before permanent installation, the entire kit was dry-fitted to the bare classic Datsun Z shell to confirm perfect panel alignment. A full protective undercoat was simultaneously applied to the underside — investment in long-term structural integrity that is invisible in the finished car but significant in its effect.

The original paint on this Datsun 260Z was removed by hand — panel by panel, not by machine or chemical strip. This approach takes longer but allows every surface to be properly assessed and prepared before primer is applied. There are no shortcuts hidden beneath this restoration's topcoat.

Once stripped to bare metal, this Datsun 260Z went through nine separate primer stages — each coat applied, fully cured, then flatted by hand to expose and correct any remaining imperfections. This level of preparation is what separates a quality Datsun 260Z restoration from a quick respray — a finish that looks correct under direct sunlight at any angle, not just in photographs.

Brilliant silver was chosen to complement the muscular, wide-hipped proportions of the Marugen Shokai widebody fitted to this Datsun 260Z. Applied to a shell prepared through nine primer stages, the colour carries depth and clarity that only meticulous groundwork produces. It reads as liquid from a distance and rewards close inspection equally — a finish only achievable on a restoration of this depth.

The visual quality of this Datsun 260Z restoration is matched by an equally thorough mechanical restoration. The Datsun 260Z's L26 engine was fully rebuilt — stripped, inspected, worn components replaced, and reassembled to factory specification. Upgraded fuel injection replaces the original carburettor setup, improving cold-start reliability, throttle response, and everyday usability without altering the car's character. The gearbox and rear differential received identical treatment: fully stripped, inspected, rebuilt, and resealed.

Bavaria Sports Cars regularly sells to international buyers and understands the practical questions that come with purchasing a fully restored Datsun 260Z from Germany. Below is a market-by-market guide to what buying this Datsun 260Z restoration means for buyers in the key markets where classic Datsun Z cars are most in demand.

For buyers in Japan — where this car originates as the Nissan Fairlady Z and where demand for the Datsun 260Z remains exceptionally strong — Canada, Switzerland, Norway, New Zealand, the Middle East, or anywhere else in the world, please contact us directly. We have experience coordinating international shipping to most destinations and can provide guidance on the specific import process for your country. The TÜV historical documentation and full build records we provide make customs clearance easier in virtually every jurisdiction.

Indicative Shipping Costs from Munich

EU and UK transport is quoted at €2.50 per km from Munich using an enclosed trailer — the correct method for a classic car of this value. All figures are indicative and subject to current rates, fuel surcharges, and availability. Confirm costs with your chosen shipper before committing. Import duties and taxes are the buyer's responsibility and vary by jurisdiction. We strongly recommend using a licensed customs broker in your destination country. Bavaria Sports Cars can assist with introductions to reputable international freight and customs specialists.