FAQ – Datsun Roadster Parts

Why aren’t there prices on some of the items in the Rare Parts “RP” category?

Parts in this category are fairly rare. In most cases, there are so few of them available that it makes it difficult to establish what the price should be. The item may show incorrectly as “out of stock” but that’s usually due to the way the website software prices parts if no price is listed.

Since these parts are fairly rare, I have a desire to see them go to owners who are doing major restorations and are active in the Roadster community. The price I receive for the part is of lesser importance; it doesn’t mean I will “give” the part away price-wise, but that I am motivated by things other than just money.

In most cases, I don’t have a specific price in mind, but rather a price range. If you’re interested in purchasing one of the unpriced rare parts, send me an email with what you’re willing to pay (your best price). If it’s in the price range, it’s yours to buy, even if it’s at the bottom of the range I was considering. Fair offers are rewarded that way; I don’t use your offer as a starting point to bargain with you and try to get you to pay more than you want.

In case you wonder, my original roadster bought way back around 1975 (actually my 2nd one) is a daily driver and my other one is a major restoration project. Even with the collection of parts I have access to, some of these rare parts will end up on other Roadster owners’ cars. Though I am in the process of doing a full restoration on one of my cars, I really don’t see either of my cars as being the best example to showcase some of these rare parts.

Do you stock the items you show on your website?

Yes, in the vast majority of cases, the parts shown on our website are in stock unless the item shows as “out of stock”; we don’t list parts to make it look like we stock more parts than we do. We do, however, keep some rare part photos posted to aid others in identification of those parts. Occasionally, we run out of an item or our inventory count is incorrect so an item showing as “in stock” is not. There may be a delay until it is restocked or the item may carry the dreaded “NLA“; No Longer Available. We do not, however, collect your money, then order the part and make you wait while the part gets here! Sometimes, an item will show as “out of stock” because the inventory hasn’t been updated after a recent purchase changed the quantity to zero.

If an item is out of stock, we will notify you and ask if you would like to delay the entire order, ship the remainder of the order and ship the out of stock item when we receive it or cancel the out of stock item and ship the remaining items. We reserve the right to correct errors in pricing, description, and / or quantities available.

How do you select what parts to stock?

We try to stock as many items as possible and are constantly searching out new parts and new sources for parts. As the cars age, the number and variety of parts continue to diminish, and as a result, what we stock will vary over time. Some parts we stock we may have 10 or more while other parts we may have only 1 or 2 and the prospect of finding more looks dim. Parts that are rare or in short supply will normally be moved to the “Rare/Unidentified” category so you might want to look there if you don’t see the part in the category you expect it to be.

Are the parts you sell new? used? reconditioned? Nissan? OEM? Aftermarket?

The easy answer is all of the above. Our goal is to stock mostly new and NOS Nissan parts. However, we understand that not everybody wants or feels the need to use new factory parts so we also stock new OEM and aftermarket parts and we let you decide. We include in the part description what type each part is and the country of origin, if known, to the best of our knowledge to help you make your decision.

We also carry a smaller selection of used, reconditioned, and rechromed parts – these are usually identified with a “U” or “R” after the part number. Typically, these parts are fairly rare new so this provides another avenue to help keep more Roadsters on the road without having to spend as much money as buying a new part.

Are you interested in buying or trading for some of my NOS parts?

Possibly. NOS parts in their original packaging are most valued by all parties present and future. If you’re interested is selling or trading NOS parts you have, contact me (email is best) with a list of what you have along with as much information as you have (part numbers, condition, pictures, etc.) and a contact phone number and we’ll go from there.

Legal Liability Limit Statement

All used parts available on this website are just that, used parts. When buying any part, new or used, but especially when buying used mechanical parts, brake parts or any part that uses or contains fuel, it is the installer’s and / or end user’s responsibility to confirm the part condition and fitness for use for their application. We believe any used parts we sell to be in serviceable condition and would install them on one of our vehicles (we wouldn’t sell them otherwise) however you the buyer, must make the same decision for yourself and your vehicle.

Since we didn’t manufacture these parts, whether new or used, and we’re not installing them, the buyer accepts and assumes any and all liability in connection with the purchase and / or use of these parts. The seller hereby expressly disclaims any and all warranties, either express or implied, including all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or any purpose, and the seller neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for it any liability whatsoever in connection with the sale or use of these parts.

Buyer also waives any entitlement or attempt of recovery from datsun-roadster-parts.com, LLC or any individual connected to the company in any way for any consequential or incidental damages of any kind (person, property, loss of income, loss of use, loss of time, etc.) in connection with the sale or use of these parts. We are willing to provide you limited assistance on a new part warranty claim (a new part warranty claims may only be valid with Nissan Motor Corporation if in fact the part is still in production or in their current inventory) however the communication and final decision is between you and Nissan Motor Corporation, not us.

If after receiving and inspecting a used part (or even a new / NOS part) you’re not comfortable with your purchase and you’d like to return it, you can. If you would like to return a new / NOS part, you can return it if the packaging has not been opened for a refund of the part price paid minus a 24% restocking charge for new / NOS parts (used parts returned carry a 35% restocking charge) with shipping cost excluded both directions unless the error was caused by us in which case we will reimburse you for reasonable return costs (reasonable being defined as a cost similar to the cost paid for outbound shipping of the part). You must contact us first to let us know you would like to return a part so we can keep an eye out for it and you must return it with 30 days of when you originally received the part. This 30 day limitation also applies to the return of cores for credit. We do not include any Customs fees or duties on our invoice totals; those costs are the responsibility of the buyer or end user, not us.

California Prop. 65 Warning

WARNING: Products sold may contain chemicals and other compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Working with old cars and their parts, especially old friction material and gaskets, can expose you to hazardous products and materials; it is recommended that you handle them properly, store and use them safely, and wash your hands and clothing after handling or working with them.

Purchase and / or payment for parts offered by datsun-roadster-parts.com, LLC is an acknowledgement and acceptance of these statements and conditions.