1982 Datsun 200SX SL Hatchback

This 1982 Datsun 200SX SL Hatchback stands out with its beautifully preserved factory two-tone scheme — Medium Gray Metallic body combined with Platinum Metallic lower sections and accents — one of the most attractive and period-correct colour combinations offered on the S110-generation 200SX. The desirable SL Package brings Night Blaster fog lights, protective headlight guards, mud flaps, rear wiper, distinctive rear window louvers, power antenna, and remote mirrors, giving the car a purposeful yet elegant sport-coupe appearance typical of early-1980s Japanese design. Multi-spoke 14-inch alloy wheels wear 185/70 Bridgestone whitewall tires (aged and recommended for replacement soon), creating a clean, balanced stance that perfectly suits the car’s compact dimensions. Power steering provides light and precise control, while four-wheel disc brakes deliver confident stopping power rare in this class at the time. The body remains exceptionally straight with excellent panel fit, reflecting careful long-term single ownership and no reported accidents or major damage.

Under the hood sits the fuel-injected 2.2-liter Z22E inline-four engine, factory-rated at 102 horsepower, offering smooth, willing performance and excellent fuel efficiency for spirited daily driving or longer trips. This reliable overhead-cam unit is mated to a crisp five-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels, delivering engaging shift action, good balance, and classic rear-drive handling feel that made the 200SX a favourite among enthusiasts. The drivetrain layout provides nimble agility and predictable behaviour in corners, enhanced by the car’s relatively low weight. A fresh oil change was performed in preparation for the sale, and underside photos confirm solid floors and no significant corrosion — typical of a pampered, low-mileage example kept in favourable conditions for over four decades.

The interior is finished in gray cloth with patterned inserts and vinyl bolsters on the front bucket seats, complemented by a practical split-folding rear bench that maintains versatility for a compact hatchback. Power-operated front windows add a touch of luxury, while the centre dashboard houses an AM/FM radio paired with a Sparkomatic cassette stereo — quintessential 1980s audio equipment. The two-spoke steering wheel fronts an 85-mph speedometer, tachometer (currently inoperative), and supplementary gauges in a clean, functional layout oriented toward the driver. Cabin materials, upholstery, and plastics remain remarkably fresh and unworn, showing only very light patina consistent with just 23,000 documented original miles. The space feels airy, well-designed, and surprisingly roomy for the car’s compact footprint.