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Nissan History and the 2018 370Z Coupe Touring for Renton, Washington
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(Posted on Jun 3, 2018 at 11:30PM by Danielle Smyth)

Itâ€™s always interesting to learn more about your favorite auto brands. For instance, did you know that Nissan actually was the Japanese manufacturer of the vehicle most like the American Ford Model T?

In 1934, engineering conglomerate Nihon Sangyo Co., Ltd acquired Datsun. This company would later become Nissan. They began toÂ manufacture Japanâ€™s first mass-produced car, the Type 15.

The Type 15 was available in a variety of body styles, including a mini-pickup, delivery van, coupe, and a convertible. The vehicle was powered by a 747-cc 4-cylinder engine, which produced 15 horsepower through a 3-speed transmission.

Nissan also played a part in British auto production. In 1952, they entered an agreement to build and sell cars for Austin, a large company in England. At first, these vehicles were assembled as kits, within three years they began to be put together locally.

This partnership permitted Nissan to make use of Austinâ€™s patents, which launched the Japanese manufacturer on a forward trajectory to its modern status.

Intrigued by the automakerâ€™s storied history? Stop by your local Kirkland Nissan dealer today. There are a number of wonderful vehicles ready for a test run, including the beautiful and sporty 370Z Coupe Touring. In 2018, its technology is a bit more impressive than the Type 15--this model has a six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, as well as a powerful V-6 engine and 350 horsepower. Hurry in!Â