{"product_id":"1970-datsun-510-with-race-car-driver-greenlight","title":"1970 Datsun 510 with Race Car Driver – GreenLight","description":"\u003ch3\u003e1970 Datsun 510 with Race Car Driver – GreenLight The Hobby Shop Series 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenLight | 1:64 Scale | 97050C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Datsun 510 became one of the most respected compact sports sedans of the 1970s thanks to its lightweight chassis, balanced handling, and massive motorsports success. Often called the “poor man’s BMW,” the 510 earned a devoted following in road racing, rally, autocross, and vintage import circles. This GreenLight release captures the classic racing look of the legendary Japanese sedan and includes a matching race car driver figure for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1970 Datsun 510 racing-inspired casting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes matching race car driver figure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen body with #27 racing graphics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenLight The Hobby Shop Series 5 release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic JDM and vintage motorsports styling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model features a bright green finish with vintage-style #27 race graphics, Datsun side lettering, front air dam details, period-correct proportions, and motorsport-inspired wheels. The included driver figure adds display flexibility and reinforces the grassroots racing culture the Datsun 510 became famous for throughout the 1970s and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real Datsun 510 gained legendary status in American racing after dominating SCCA competition under Brock Racing Enterprises (BRE). Its combination of independent rear suspension, responsive handling, and easy engine tuning helped launch the performance reputation of Japanese compact cars in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors continue to chase Datsun 510 models because of their importance in JDM history, vintage racing culture, and tuner communities. The Hobby Shop series packaging and included driver figure give this release added shelf presence for both import and racing-focused collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop GreenLight diecast cars\" href=\"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/collections\/greenlight-diecast-cars\"\u003eShop GreenLight diecast cars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop JDM diecast cars\" href=\"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/collections\/jdm-diecast-cars\"\u003eShop JDM diecast cars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop Datsun diecast cars\" href=\"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/collections\/datsun-diecast-cars\"\u003eShop Datsun diecast cars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop racing diecast models\" href=\"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/collections\/race-car-diecast\"\u003eShop racing diecast models\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop 1:64 diecast cars\" href=\"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/collections\/1-64-diecast-cars\"\u003eShop 1:64 diecast cars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Collector Questions and Answers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the Datsun 510 so popular with collectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Datsun 510 earned legendary status through its lightweight design, racing success, tunability, and importance in early Japanese performance car history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat racing history is associated with the Datsun 510?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 510 became famous in SCCA racing and rally competition, especially through the success of Brock Racing Enterprises (BRE) in the early 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with this GreenLight release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis version includes both the 1970 Datsun 510 diecast model and a matching race car driver figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is The Hobby Shop series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreenLight’s Hobby Shop series focuses on enthusiast-oriented releases with unique themes, accessories, and collector-focused presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenlight","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47911040221405,"sku":"002-S2-B1-97050C","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/5365\/3981\/files\/97050C-Greenlight-1970-Datsun-510-Driver-The-Hobby-Shop-Series-5-Frontcopy.jpg?v=1778630652","url":"https:\/\/traxxidiecast.com\/products\/1970-datsun-510-with-race-car-driver-greenlight","provider":"Traxxi Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}