The Samuri Datsun 1200 was the first car to receive the Samuri treatment. It was built in England by Spike Anderson of Race Head Services. The Samuri had 105bhp.
References:
- Magazine Articles: Car & Car Conversions Apr 1973 - Datsun 1200 Coupe by Samurai is tested;
- Book Datsun Fairlady Roadster to 280ZX: The Z-car Story by Brian Long