Post a pic of your keys

anyone got a fashion key/designer key?


My Datsun 1200 came with a single-key system. Both the ignition and the doors used the same key

When i went to buy a second original-type Nissan key, I got these off eBay, but they were wrong! They were for the Datsun 510 (?) and I needed the Datsun B110 version



KEY00-00035 original Datsun 1200 1972 type

this gold key came with various Nissan 50th Anniversary edition vehicles such as 300ZX, Bluebird and the 1200 ute

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Hi, DD

I had a similar problem. Here in SA the original keys used were KEY00-00035 or KEY00-00055 depending on the year. I was given an OEM ignition with no keys and in unknown condition. So I ordered KEY00-00055 (KEY00-00035 is out of production unfortunately, I prefer its design) hoping I could get a locksmith to cut a key for me. Well, after getting a few opinions, the ignition barrel is damaged and no locksmith I've gone to is willing or able to replace it.

So my only other option was to find a used OEM one, which is nearly impossible, or find an aftermarket unit that's compatible with the OEM Nissan keys. None of the aftermarket ones here are compatible with the OEM keys but I did find one that is compatible with KEY00-00036 or KEY00-00056.

I ordered some of those keys and I'm using them with the aftermarket ignition for now. I'm going to hang onto the KEY00-00055's and hope I find a new barrel or used OEM ignition one day.

Here is a picture of the keys

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Nice. These modern 'N' keys look good in my opinion. Much better than plain aftermarket or Subaru keys


Have you tried eBay? I've seen new old stock Keys, Ignition switches and steering looks on eBay. I have bought parts from England and had them delivered overseas without any trouble


I love KEY00-35. It is shorter than most Datsun keys, such as the 510/1600 key, and fits in lock perfectly (without the head sticking out an inch further):







Ignition parts currently on eBay (worldwide search). And, as usual, Bprojects ebay has the best part (short key version) but is also the most expensive. Taiwan made Datsuns for many years and still has part suppliers that sells new parts

Here is one Ignition Switch on eBay for 1200 without the steering column lock. The ad says it also fits 1400s. $85.39 USD

Free shipping to South Africa

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And here is a eBay Lock Set for Steering Lock 1200s. $68 USD. From thailand "will ship to South Africa"

includes the late-model (1989-up) ignition switch. If your car has a 4-pin switch, the connector wires can be re-arranged. the extra pin is for "ACC"

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Oh I forgot, have to check the eBay option to show "Worldwide" listings

Thanks DD. I will definitely see what comes up on Ebay.
I did import some stuff a while ago directly from a company in Japan and had a look at an original lock set (80010-G1060) and they wanted about R4780 ($259) without shipping costs and I'd be heavily taxed at the border. Decided to ditch it and use the money for other parts of the rebuild.
I do really like the modern Nissan keys and they are way better than the plain aftermarket keys (haven't seen any Subaru ones yet so don't know about them) but I just find them too long. KEY00-00035 seems way shorter and wish they stuck with that length is all.

Interestingly, that one from Thailand is the "pirate" lock set most spares shops here stock for the 1400 but none of the genuine keys are compatible with it. I recognise the logo on the keys, it's the same lock set that came with my bakkie and I still use that fuel lock and the key. I think they were about R500 (about $28) the last time I checked. $68 is robbery for the rest of the world when we get them so cheap here! Sorry guys!
The ignition I bought was not from a set and came with these plastic keys which are hideous. (It's also made in Thailand but by a different manufacturer). They are DAT12 keys so they are compatible with some original Nissan keys. Cost me R250 (about $14) for the ignition and then about the same to import and get an original key cut. Definitely worth it in my opinion. Finding aftermarket ignitions here is easy, a lot of spares shops keep them, it's finding originals that's nearly impossible.

Oh yeah, I should mention that all South African made 1400's used the 5-point ignitions with the steering lock so I think to swap one in without the ACC position would mean some rewiring would have to be done.

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