DATSUN 1200
A year after Datsun’s 1600 wreaked havoc on the medium car segment, Australia’s small car market was assailed by another classy newcomer.
The Datsun 1200 shared the 1600’s boxy shape and general simplicity, endearing it to fans of no-frills, affordable motoring. A basic 1200 sedan sold at launch in June 1970 for $1914, but the better-equipped Deluxe cost $2254.
A coupe and station wagon were also available, with a Pickup utility arriving in 1971 and remaining available until 1985.
1200s provided basic transport but didn’t skimp on safety features. In addition to disc front brakes there was a collapsible steering column, two-speed
