I love when I call I speak directly to the owner Al. He has great knowledge of everything Datsun. Great customer service and always seems to have exactly what we need! Highly recommend this company!
California Datsun is making my lifelong dream of owning a fully restored 240Z into a reality.Al’s partnership in the build has been accurate, timely, and full of insights. While other shops turned me away because of their holier-than-thou attitudes, everyone at CA Datsun approached me with respect right off the bat. CA Datsun is a great car community member and I can’t speak more highly of them!
We had an amazing experience with California Datsun! My husband and I both are so happy with the level of service, the quality, and overall professionalism we received. Can’t recommend enough!
My husband’s Christmas wish list is always full of items from California Datsun, his favorite place to shop. Al is available and easy to get ahold of. I appreciate that customer service.
My go-to Datsun parts vendor! Always has the rare parts that I cant find anywhere else! Always pleasant and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
California Datsun answers my phone calls every time, they are responsive when I have questions, and the customer service is the best I’ve experienced. The prices are reasonable and the final product is impeccable!
Al took advantage of my willingness to trust him. I am 60 years old and he came off as a very trustworthy knowledgeable person. I gave him full payment upfront to restore my Z. What I got in return was a very poor job. Im lost on what to do. He isnt licensed, no one can do anything about this. I hope this review can help others avoid what has happened to me.
Horrible, Horrible service. Lies and more lies. Found out after the fact that this guy is operating from his house. Wont answer phone calls. Threatens us. Car doesnt even run, towed it back saying it was good and took off. Im so disappointed I didnt research this business more. I wish I could post a video of how bad this car runs. Hope this can save someone the hassle. Furthermore, sold us an engine that leaked oil badly, and has an incorrectly machined crankshaft that will not allow proper clutch operation. Had a REAL expert evaluate this vehicle. Also, after receiving it from Al, leaked fuel bad onto the distributor and almost caught on fire. If this review is fake like Al states, dont believe me. Believe the 400+ members on Facebook page California Datsun inc sucks. Look at how many people he has riped off and continues to rip off. Than changes his business name when the fire is lit under him!!
I recently had California Datsun complete restoration on my 1972 240Z. Due to a job relocation, I could not complete the build myself. Al took the time to meet with me to go over the process. We worked together to establish a budget, expectations and settle on a shared vision on what the final product would look like. He then took charge and completed the restoration. Throughout the process I was kept updated with progress reports, photos and expenditures contained in detailed invoices. His many years of restoration experience and connections with part suppliers resulted in a car that exceeded my expectations.
Terrible shop, claims to know more than they do. Not a specialist at all stay away unless you wanna get ripped off
Great communication with two phone calls from Al to update order. I ordered a close ratio 5 speed transmission and got lucky that one was available and I received it 3000 miles away in less than 8 business days. I Highly recommend them to get all of your Datsun goodies. Really impressed !!
One of my favorite companies to order from for my 280Z. Plenty of parts to choose from on their website and if you dont see what youre looking for there, its worth a shot to call to see if they have what you need.Very patient and very helpful.
Al from California Datsun is my “GO TO” guy when it comes Datsun Z’s. I was fortunate to pick up a 280z and 260z, I contacted Al and worked out a plan and a budget for a new engine. Al got to work and when he was finished doing his magic, it was a work of art and I couldn’t be happier. The one thing that I really appreciated was that being a 44 year old car there were things that needed to be replaced. Al would always let me know my options and in some cases replaced or upgraded at no cost. I couldn’t be happier with the look and performance. I can’t wait to get the 260z over to him.
One of the many great suppliers in the Datsun world. Easy to get on the phone, and they were able to get some of the parts that no one else could!I recommend California Datsun with no reservations!
Was not satisfied with my experience, will take business elsewhere for future repairs.
They will rip you off!! Beware!
My 75 280z outside mirror was totally destroyed in car wash. Only 2 oem mirrors found on the internet. One was $400.00 and the one at California Datsun was $100.00. The picture they sent me revealed what I thought was a faded casing with chips but to my surprise when I received it promptly in a few days, the mirror was almost like new, in better condition than the one I had. Would definitely recommend California Datsun for z parts and plan on using them in the future for any other parts I might need. Their price was very fair, they were courteous, and their service was prompt.George K.
I have to say a big thank you to Al Allan at California Datsun. He really stepped up when I needed his service.I had an L28 that I needed a rebuild on. Called around and priced everyone out. Not only was he fair on his price, he was the quickest to respond. When rebuilding the block, I made a very last minute change to paint the block red. Most of the time people would go crazy and try to charge more, not only did he take the last minute request, but also upgraded me to flat top pistons at no extra charge. My mechanic looked over the work thoroughly and said there was not a single flaw with the work. We threw it in and the car started and ran without hesitation. Big thumbs up to Al and California Datsun!
Unprofessional.
Al has always been very helpful and knowledgeable, providing good products and fast service, even getting me out of a pinch by getting me a part I needed in just a couple of days. Id recommend California Datsun based on my experiences with him.
Dishonest
Great knowledgeable service!!!
When it comes down, it gets done or it will be explained to you withWhy it cant . I cant get anyone with knowlage and honesty the whole crew is great an know whats up