This comprehensive Datsun Sports 1600 SP311 SPL311 1968 Workshop Repair Service Manual provides detailed instructions and information for servicing and maintaining your vehicle. It is the same manual used by professional mechanics, offering complete and accurate guidance for all models, engines, trims, and transmission types. The manual covers a wide range of topics, ensuring you have the resources to handle various repairs and maintenance tasks.

From general maintenance procedures to intricate engine, transmission, and electrical system repairs, the manual provides step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and clear diagrams to guide you through every process. Each chapter includes notes, cautions, and warnings to highlight critical information and ensure safe and effective repairs.

The manual features a numbered table of contents, allowing you to quickly locate the specific section you need. It includes detailed troubleshooting guides for diagnosing problems, along with wiring diagrams to assist with electrical repairs. This manual is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand their vehicle's workings, perform routine maintenance, or tackle more complex repairs.

The Datsun Sports 1600, known internally as the SP311 and later the SPL311, was a small, sporty roadster produced by Datsun, a subsidiary of Nissan, from 1968 to 1970. It was a significant car for Datsun, marking their entry into the burgeoning sports car market and establishing the brand as a serious contender. The Sports 1600 was a lightweight, rear-wheel drive car that was powered by a 1.6-liter inline-four engine. It was a nimble and fun-to-drive car, and it was particularly popular in Japan and other Asian markets. The Sports 1600 was also exported to Europe, where it found a receptive audience amongst enthusiasts. It was a relatively affordable car, and its performance capabilities made it a popular choice for amateur and professional motorsport.

The Sports 1600's design was innovative for its time, featuring a sleek and aerodynamic body, a compact engine, and a lightweight chassis. The car's suspension system, designed by legendary engineer, Yoshihiko Matsuo, was particularly noteworthy, It used a double wishbone front suspension and a live axle rear suspension with a four-link system, which was a novel approach for a car of this size at the time. The Sports 1600's engine was also a technologically advanced unit. It featured a twin-overhead camshaft (DOHC) design with a single carburetor, which was unusual for a production car at the time. Despite its sporty nature, the Sports 1600 was a relatively practical car. It had a small but usable boot, and the two seats were comfortable enough for short journeys. The car was also surprisingly fuel-efficient, especially compared to its European counterparts. Due to its performance, affordability, and reliability, the Datsun Sports 1600 became a cult classic, and it is still highly sought after by collectors today.