Datsun Skyline C210
The 'Skyline Japan' export flagship, blending straight-six smoothness with sharp 1970s styling.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.0 s
- Top speed
- 116 mph
- Est. value
- $4k–$16k
About the Datsun Skyline C210
The C210 generation, marketed in Japan as 'Skyline Japan', represented a shift towards more angular, squared-off styling following the curvaceous 'Kenmeri' era. In export markets like the UK and Australia, it was badged as the Datsun 240K GT, serving as a luxury-oriented grand tourer rather than a raw sports car. It is powered by the L24 engine, a larger-displacement relative of the unit found in the 240Z, which provides effortless cruising but modest acceleration. Today, it is a rare sight in Europe, valued by collectors for its pillarless hardtop silhouette and its place in the lineage of the most famous Japanese nameplate.
Datsun Skyline C210 specs
The Datsun Skyline C210 produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 177 Nm (131 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.0 seconds and has a top speed of 116 mph (186 km/h).
| Make | Datsun |
|---|---|
| Model | Skyline |
| Generation | C210 |
| Trim | 2.4 GT |
| Years | 1977–1981 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.4-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,393 cc (2.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 177 Nm (131 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.0 s |
| Top speed | 116 mph (186 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,220 kg (2,690 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 115 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Datsun Skyline C210 worth?
A typical Datsun Skyline C210 is estimated to be worth $4,000 – $16,000 (about £3,000 – £12,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Datsun Skyline C210 rarity in CarSpot
The Datsun Skyline C210 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 20 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Datsun Skyline C210 fun facts
- The C210 was the first Skyline generation to offer a factory turbocharged engine, though this was reserved for the 2.0-litre Japanese domestic market GT-EX model.
- In the UK, the 240K GT was sold almost exclusively as a pillarless coupé, making it one of the rarest Japanese classics on British roads today.
- The 'Skyline Japan' nickname originated from a massive advertising campaign that positioned the car as a symbol of Japanese engineering pride.
