Feature Car Alvin Gogineni's 1967 Datsun Roadster SPL311
By Jacob Isaac-Lowry
Aug 13, 2004, 03:28
This week's Car of the Week spotlight is on Alvin Gogineni's 1967.5 Datsun Roadster SPL311. You can find Alvin roaming the AF boards under the name of 675datsun. This rare classic car is impressive on so many levels, from the exquisite exterior to the amazing level of engine and suspension work. If you happen to be lucky enough to live San Jose, home to Alvin and his SPL311, we strongly suggest you take the opportunity to look at this Car of the Week up close.
The Datsun Roadster's Current Mods
Engine
(S14) SR20DE drivetrain swap including:
Functioning VTC with JWT ECU
Nissan CONSULT feature
All nuts/bolts zinc'd
Powdercoated valvecover
Custom intake piping to front of radiator
C&R Racing radiator
Stock exhaust mainfold ceramic coated
Stock heat shield ceramic coated
BORLA muffler
JWT lightend aluminum flywheel(9lbs)
JWT heavy duty clutch
Shortened/balanced driveshaft
B&M short shifter
Custom throttle linkage
Custom motor mounts
Custom tranny mount
Optima yellow top battery relocated to trunk
280zx fuel pump
All Nissan fuel lines
Functioning heater
Hidden catch-can/air horn
Suspension
KYB gas-adjust shocks all around
Custom front coil springs
23mm NISMO front sway bar
Volvo 4-piston caliper conversion
NISMO rear leaf springs
14" Panasport wheels
195/60/15 Falken Azenis
Interior
SPARCO Harnesses
4-pt rollbar (powdercoated silver)
VDO/Classic Instrument gauges
Z32 300zx shift knob
Exterior
Black lacquer paint
All chrome parts re-chromed
Driving lights
Amber turn signals
De-badged "DATSUN" fember emblems
Miscellaneous
The SR motor completely transforms the roadster!
Swap performed by ZCarGarage
For this week's Car of the Week we thought we would focus on a different area of the tuning world. Instead of cars that are loaded with the widest variety of available parts we picked a vehicle that had some serious effort and custom work put into it. This Datsun Roadster is in immaculate condition and has been fortunate enough to have a very creative and dedicated owner. Custom engine swaps are not easy.
When sifting through the applications for Car of the Week we look for cars with character - be it an amazing mod list, a publicized show car, all out track machine, or just a car that has a unique history with its owner. This SPL311 stood out among the rest and you can see why. We would like to congratulate Alvin on his automotive accomplishments and hope that he continues to build this impeccable classic Datsun.
Don't forget to check back next week to get the scoop on AutomotiveArticles.com next Car of the Week. Keep the applications coming. Who knows, your car could be next!