Nissan Fairlady SP311 (1965)SG2012, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Nissan Fairlady SP311

1965 — Japan

Muscle Era (1960-1974)JapaneseSwinging Sixties
Engine1,595 cc
DrivetrainRWD

Nissan Fairlady SP311

The Fairlady SP311 represented Nissan's first serious sports car for export markets, particularly successful in North America. Combined classic roadster proportions with a robust 1.6L overhead-cam engine delivering spirited performance. Featured traditional long hood, short deck proportions with a minimalist interior focused on driving pleasure. Laid the groundwork for the legendary Z-car lineage that would follow.