Nissan Cedric

Name	Nissan Cedric
Manufacturer	Nissan
Production	1960–2004
Class	Executive car
Body style	2-door coupe4-door hardtop/Sedan/wagon
Successor	Nissan Fuga
Related	Nissan CimaNissan LeopardNissan CrewNissan Gloria

The Nissan Cedric is a large automobile produced by Nissan since 1960. It was developed to provide upscale transportation, competing with the Prince Skyline and Gloria which were later merged into the Nissan family. In later years, the Nissan Skyline was positioned as a sports sedan/coupe, whereas the Nissan Gloria was turned into a sporty version of the Cedric (with identical styling but using a different radiator grille and front & rear light clusters). In Japan, the Cedric/Gloria series was affectionately called Cedglo, and this long running series finally came to an end in October 2004, replaced by the Nissan Fuga. The Cedric name is still in use though, on the Y31 fleet vehicle, updated in 2005 and still in production. Throughout the many versions of the Cedric, it was always considered to be the prime competitor to the Toyota Crown. The hood ornament was inspired by the diamond pattern used by Lincoln but was changed to two right angles set next to each other.

The Cedric name was inspired by the main character, Cedric, in Francis Hodgson Burnett's novel "Little Lord Fauntleroy" by the Nissan CEO at the time Katsuji Kawamata.

First generation 30

Name	Nissan Cedric 30 and 31
Production	1960–1965
Engine	K-Series 2.8 L Straight-61.5 L G I41.9 L H I42.0 L QGS31 diesel
Transmission	Borg-Warner three-speed automaticfour-speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door sedan/wagon/van
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Aka	Yue Loong YLN-801 (TW)

The first Cedric was the "30" series, introduced in April 1960 and produced through 1961. Five models were available: the Cedric 1500 Standard (30), Cedric 1900 Deluxe (D30, powered by the 1.9 L Nissan H engine), Cedric 1900 Custom (G30, also powered by the Nissan H engine), Cedric Van (V30, six-seater) and the Cedric Wagon (WP30, eight-seater). Only the Cedric Standard used a 1.5 L (1488 cc) G-series I4 engine which produced 71 hp (53 kW). The 1.9 L (1883 cc) H-series with 95 hp (71 kW), a 2.8 L K series Straight 6 producing 115 PS (118 hp) and a 2.0 L QGS31 Straight 4 diesel were optional. A four-speed manual transmission with the top three gears synchronized was standard, and a three-speed automatic transmission, sourced from Borg Warner, was offered in July 1964. The first Cedric featured two stacked headlights on either side of a large grille (inspired by a late 1950s commuter train from Japan, the Tobu JNR 151). The taillights were the same as the Nissan Bluebird 312. The Cedric replaced the Austin A50 Nissan was building under license from Austin Motor Company of England, which was called the Nissan Austin. The Cedric was introduced with a wrap-around front windshield. The Cedric also introduced Nissan's first monocoque body. April 1962 saw the introduction of a station wagon–van, able to seat eight people.

31 Series

The "31" series was produced for 1962 and 1965. The models from the 30 series carry over to the 31 series with the addition of a new model: the Cedric 1900 Standard (G31S). The quad headlights were now mounted horizontally, which shows a resemblance to the 1956 Rambler, however the previous engines were used. In 1965, the pressed-steel tappet cover (valve cover) was replaced with an alloy version (same as the CSP311 Silvia). The tailights were smaller, and resembled MG units. All models were equipped with white wall tires. The Cedric was updated in 1964 with a new dashboard, an alternator rather than a generator, and a new starter system. A new grille was adopted for 1965. The Cedric 1500 Standard was dropped after 1964.

Cedric Special 50

The Cedric Special was produced between 1963 and 1965. It was a long wheelbase version of the H31 series Cedric Custom, lengthened for the 2.8L K-Series engine (an H engine with two extra cylinders). The grille is different from the one on the 31 series; it features a badge that said "Cedric Special", and the Cedric Star emblem. The side badges said "Cedric" and "Special". On the trunk lid (on the left side) is a "2800" badge, on the right side is a "Cedric Special" badge. The gold trim pieces on the hood were longer, and there was wheel arch and sill trim that was unique to the Cedric Special. The front bumper design is also different, with a raised section in the middle above the license plate. The interior was slightly more luxurious than the Custom. The only component that was identical to the Custom were the tail lights. The Mark I Special was produced in 1963, and was replaced by the Mark II in 1964. The Mark II was mostly the same as the Mark I except for a redesigned interior, new grille design (gold star emblem and separate gold letters spelling "Special"), rectangular reflectors below the tail lights (replacing the round reflectors used on the Mark I). An automatic transmission, the Borg-Warner 35, became available starting with the Mark II. The Mark II was produced in 1963 and 1964, and was replaced by the Mark III Special in 1964. The Mark III featured a new grille and tail lights from the 1965 31 Series Cedric. The Mark III Cedric Special was replaced by the Nissan President in 1965.

Second generation 130

Name	Nissan Cedric 130
Production	1965-1971
Engine	2.0L J20 Straight-62.0L L20 Straight-62.3L L23 Straight-62.4L L24 Straight-62.0 L H20 Straight-42.2 L SD22 Straight-4 diesel
Transmission	3 speed automatic4 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door sedan/wagon/van
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Aka	Yue Loong Victory 801-A (1964-1968 TW)Yue Loong Victory 801A (1968-1971 TW)Datsun 2000Datsun 2300Datsun 2400
Assembly	Miaoli, Taiwan

The Cedric Special, produced from 1963 to 1965, was a long wheelbase version with extra chrome and other luxury additions. The Cedric Special became the Nissan President, being Nissan's only full size sedan with a V8 engine. The N71 3 speed automatic transmission was introduced in this vehicle. The front suspension used double wishbone and coil springs architecture, with semi-elliptical leaf springs and a live axle for the rear suspension. The first Nissan Y40 V8 engine was introduced in this vehicle.

Nissan's first OHC engine, the L20, was introduced in the Cedric.

Produced from 1965 through 1971, the P130 Cedric had fashionable Pininfarina bodywork and several new engine options.

On August 1966, Nissan Motor Company and Prince Motor Company merged.

In 1967, there were 68 model variations of the Cedric.

Starting in 1967, the Cedric was sold on the export market (as Datsun 2000/2300/2400 instead of Nissan).

There were three body styles available: 4-door sedan, station wagon (Wagon Six from 1967, WP130, later WH130) and van (Van Six from 1968, called Van Deluxe Six for 1970, VP130, later VH130)

Trim Levels offered were the 4 Cylinder (later called Standard, 130 for 1966–1967, 130S for 1968–1970) Deluxe Six (P130, 1967.5-1970), Custom (P130D, dropped after 1966, reintroduced in 1970 as H130V), Standard (later called Personal Six, P130S, G130S), Personal Deluxe Six (G130Q, H130Q, replaced Personal Six for 1970), Standard Diesel (later called Diesel, Q130), and Special Six (also called Super Six, H130 for 1966–1967, G130 for 1969–1970, G130V for 1968 Super Six).

Engines:

1965-1971 2.0 L (1983 cc) H20 OHV I4, 99 hp (74 kW) (4 Cylinder/Standard)

1965-1968 2.0 L (1973 cc) J20 OHV I6, 109 hp (81 kW) (Deluxe, P130D Custom, P130S Personal, WP130 Wagon and Van)

1965-1971 2.2 L (1991 cc) SD22 OHV Diesel I4, 70 hp (51 kW) (Diesel)

1969-1971 2.0 L (1998 cc) L20 OHC I6, 112 hp (84 kW) (H130V Custom, H130Q Personal Deluxe, WH130 Wagon, and Van Deluxe)

1965-1967.5 2.0 L (1998 cc) L20 OHC twin-carb I6, 123 hp (92 kW) (H130 Special Six and H130 Super Six)

1968 2.3 L (2263 cc) L23 OHC I6, 123 hp (92 kW) (1968 G130 Special Six and 1968 G130V Super Six)

1969-1971 2.4 L (2393 cc) L24 OHC I6, 130 hp (97 kW) (G130Q Personal Deluxe, G130 Special Six, and G130 Super Six)

This was the first series that was no longer regarded as a compact sedan under Japanese vehicle classification regulations due to the engine displacement exceeding 2000  cc

Third generation 230

Name	Nissan Cedric 230
Aka	Nissan GloriaYue Loong Victory 803 (TW)Datsun 200CDatsun 220CDatsun 240CDatsun 260C
Production	1971-1975
Engine	2.0L H20 I4 2.0L L20A I6 2.4L L24 I6 2.6L L26 I6 2.0L SD20 I4 diesel2.2L SD22 I4 diesel
Transmission	3 speed automatic4 speed manual5 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	2-door coupe4-door hardtop/sedan/wagon/van
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Assembly	Miaoli, Taiwan

The 230 series appeared in 1971 and was produced through 1975. The Cedric name was dropped for most export markets, with the car now called the Datsun 200C, 220C, 240C, 260C. The Nissan Gloria was introduced after the Prince Motor Company had been merged with Nissan. The 230 series was offered in 4 door sedan and wagon, and saw the introduction of a 2 door coupe. The coupe was introduced as a result of the Toyota Crown coupe.

Front disc brakes were added to the standard equipment list.

On August 1972, a 4 door hardtop sedan, with no "B" pillar between the front and rear passenger side windows was added to the options list. The 4 door hardtop had a standard interior dome light and a secondary fluorescent lamp that extended from the front to rear passenger seats, attached to the ceiling for ambient purposes. The Cedric was now being built at the Tochigi factory location. The suspension configuration remained the same type used in the second generation. The 3.0 L engine was replaced with the 2.6 L to conform to emission regulations enacted in April 1973.

The trim levels offered were the 2600GX, the Custom 2600DX, the DX, and the DX hardtop.

Engines: 2.0 L (1982 cc) H20 OHV I4 - , 140 km/h

2.0 L (1991 cc) SD20 OHV Diesel I4

2.0 L (1998 cc) L20A OHC I6 - , 165 km/h twin-SU carb version (GX): , 170 km/h

2.2 L (2164 cc) SD22 OHV Diesel I4

2.4 L (2393 cc) L24 OHC I6 (1971-1972)

2.6 L (2565 cc) L26 OHC I6 (1972-1975) -

Fourth generation 330

Name	Nissan Cedric 330
Aka	Nissan GloriaDatsun 200CDatsun 220CDatsun 260CDatsun 280C (after 1978)
Production	1976-1979
Engine	2.0L L20 Straight-6 2.6L L26 Straight-62.8L L28 Straight-62.0L H20 Straight-42.2L SD22 Straight-4 diesel2.0L SD20 Straight-4 diesel
Transmission	3 speed automatic4 speed manual5 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	2-door coupe4-door hardtop/sedan/wagon/van
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The 330 series was produced from 1976 through 1979. Again, it was sold as the Gloria as well as the 200C, 220C, 260C, and 280C (after 1978).

The diesel engine returned, called the Diesel DX, and was able to run on LPG for taxi use. Emission controls were further adjusted in 1976.

Trim levels offered were the Deluxe, Custom Deluxe, GL, GL-E, SGL, SGL-E, 2800SGL, and 2800SGL-E. The SG Brougham also first appeared. The "SG" designation stands for Senior Grade, and the "E" represents fuel injection.

October 1977 saw 1 million Cedrics produced.

Halogen headlights were added in June 1976.

Engines:

2.0 L (1982 cc) H20 OHV I4

2.0 L (1991 cc) SD20 OHV Diesel I4

2.0 L (1998 cc) L20A OHC I6

2.2 L (2164 cc) SD22 OHV Diesel I4

2.4 L (2393 cc) L24 OHC I6

2.6 L (2565 cc) L26 OHC I6 (1976-1978)

2.8 L (2753 cc) L28 OHC I6 (1978-1979)

As with the 230, the 330 also came in the following body shells: Sedan, Wagon and Van, Coupe and rare pillarless Hardtop Sedan. , right-hand drive.]]

Fifth generation 430

Name	Nissan Cedric 430
Aka	Nissan GloriaYue Loong Victory 2000 (TW)Yue Loong Victory 2400 (TW)Datsun 280C
Production	1979-1983
Engine	2.8 L L28 Straight-62.0 L L20ET Straight-62.0 L L20E Straight-62.0 L H20 Straight-42.2 L SD22 Straight-4 diesel2.8L LD28 Straight-6 diesel
Transmission	3 speed automatic4 speed automatic4 speed manual5 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door hardtop/sedan/wagon/van
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Assembly	Miaoli, Taiwan

The 430 series was produced from 1979 through 1983. Engines carried over from the previous generation, but Nissan offered just one engine for export,; the 2.8 L L28 OHC I6, and thus had just one name in export markets, the 280C. The engine gained fuel injection in 1982. The diesel engine that was reintroduced with the previous generation was upgraded to a Straight 6 and 2.8L, a first for the Japanese market. Styling was achieved with the cooperation of Pininfarina, providing a clean image from the previous generation. The rear suspension was upgraded to a rigid link coil system. A lock-up torque converter was added to the 4 speed automatic transmission. A convertible option was made available for special events. The trim level of SGL-F was available with a turbocharged engine in April 1981.

The 2.0L turbocharged L20ET first appeared in December 1979, a first for the Japanese market.

For taxi fleet in Singapore and Hong Kong, the 2.2 liter diesel engine was still used in the 220C. This model has four round headlights.

4-wheel disc brakes became standard with this generation.

The 2 door coupe was no longer offered, and was replaced by the first generation Nissan Leopard luxury sports coupe.

The 430 series was sold in Taiwan as the Yue Loong Victory 2000 and Yue Loong Victory 2400.

Sixth generation Y30

Name	Nissan Cedric Y30
Aka	Nissan GloriaYue Loong Victory 830 (TW)Yue Loong Victory 3000 (TW)Nissan 300C
Production	1983-1987
Engine	3.0 L VG30ET turbo V63.0 L VG30E V62.0 L VG20ET turbo V62.0 L VG20 V62.8 L LD28　Straight-6 diesel
Transmission	3 speed automatic4 speed automatic4 speed manual5 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door hardtop/sedan/wagon/van
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Assembly	Miaoli, Taiwan

The Y30 was sold from 1984 through 1987. It used the 3.0 L (2960 cc) VG30E V6 for the 300C private cars. The diesel engine was used for taxi in Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. In Taiwan, the Y30 was sold as the Yue Loong Victory 830 and Yue Loong Victory 3000.

The front suspension was upgraded from double wishbone to MacPherson strut, with optional sonic modified suspension.

This generation saw the introduction of the VG series V6, which was inspired by an Alfa Romeo design.

The sedan was meant to target the German luxury executive cars that dominated the class in the 80s (Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7-series). Trimmed in moquette cloth, the car featured adjustable front seats, adjustable steering wheel, power steering, air conditioning, tinted windows, a LW/MW/FM stereo/cassette player, and the V30 3.0L V6. The sedan featured the same independent front suspension as the wagon, but had a five-link suspension system for ride quality. A five-speed manual gearbox and the V6 engine gave the sedan a max speed of 120 mph (190 km/h), with 0-60 mph being achied in about 8.4 seconds.

On the 4-door hardtop, the front driver and passenger seat belt shoulder strap was connected at the top to the ceiling, however, the upper portion could be detached, with the shoulder strap resting on the driver's and passenger's shoulder so that rear passengers could have an unobstructed view from the rear seat without the seat belt hanging from the ceiling. The upper part would then swing up to the ceiling and could be fastened into place.

Trim levels added the Brougham VIP to the top of the list, including Turbo Brougham VIP and the Turbo Brougham, released June 1984.

A high mounted center brake lamp was added March 1994, as well as CFC free air conditioning.

1987 was the last year of the wagon/van, with the successor being the Nissan Bluebird wagon.

Seventh generation Y31

Name	Nissan Cedric Y31
Related	Nissan CrewNissan Cima Y31
Aka	Nissan Gloria
Production	1987-1991 hardtop1987-present
Engine	3.0 L VG30ET V63.0 L VG30 V62.0 L VG20DET V62.0 L VG20E V62.8 L RD28 Straight-6 diesel
Transmission	4 speed automatic5 speed automatic4 speed manual5 speed manual
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door hardtop/sedan
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For private use, the Y31 was built from late 1987 through 1991, available as either Sedan or Hardtop versions. The sporty GranTurismo SV version has short bumpers with body kit, and powered by 2.0 liter VG20DET engine. The Sedan version of the Y31 was rebodied at the launch of the Y32, and is still in production up to this day for Japanese rental fleet and taxi markets. The vehicles air conditioning could be adjusted by a infrared remote controlled hand held unit from the rear seat, located in a separate compartment attached on top of the rear armrest at the front. Separate air conditioning and heating vents were provided for rear seat passengers. In 1989 the Nissan Cedric offered the world's first full range electronically-controlled 5-speed automatic transmission.

Trim levels are Original, Custom, Super Custom, Classic, Classic SV, and Brougham VIP. There was also a long wheelbase model built by Autech.

The wagon and van were no longer offered.

Engines:

2.0 L VG20E

2.0 L VG20DET turbocharged

3.0 L VG30E

3.0 L VG30ET turbocharged

2.5 L TD25 diesel

2.7 L TD27 diesel

2.0 L RB20P 6 cylinder LPG

2.0 L NA20P 4 cylinder LPG

2.8 L RD28 diesel

In 1991, a hardtop version for fleet use was released. It was given the internal codename YPY31. The YPY31 was essentially a trimmed-down version of the Y31. All luxury features were removed, and PVC was used in favour of leather. The YPY31 is still in production, and was updated in 2005.

Eighth generation Y32

Name	Nissan Cedric Y32
Related	Nissan CrewNissan Cima Y32Nissan Leopard Y32
Aka	Nissan Gloria
Production	1991-1995
Engine	3.0 L VG30DET V63.0 L VG30DE V63.0 L VG30E V62.0 L VG20E V62.8 L Straight-6 diesel
Transmission	4 speed automatic5 speed automatic
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door hardtop
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This version of the Cedric was bodystyle update of the Y31 model. The Cedric had a market reputation appealing to an older demographic, with the sister car Nissan Gloria, with a more performance oriented reputation finding younger buyers. This model shared much of its mechanicals with the newly released Cedric Cima which was a sales success for the Cedric line. The Y32 was produced from late 1991 through 1994. It has had SOHC and DOHC versions of the VG series V6, alongside with Diesel 2.8 version. A 4 cylinder engine was no longer available for the lower trim levels. The performance oriented Gran Turismo reverted back to four round headlights, giving the vehicle a similar appearance to the BMW 7 series sedan sold at the time. Manual transmission were no longer available. Power window switches were illuminated for easy location at night. The parking brake was no longer operated by center mounted hand operated handle, and was relocated to a pedal next to the brake pedal. Interior lighting operates gradually when any door is opened, a shortwave radio tuner is included with the stereo system, and maintenance reminders are also added.

Engines:

2.8 L RD28

2.0 L VG20E

3.0 L VG30E

3.0 L VG30DE

3.0 L VG30DET

Ninth generation Y33

Name	Nissan Cedric Y33
Related	Nissan CrewNissan Cima Y33Nissan Leopard Y33
Aka	Nissan Gloria
Production	1995-1998
Engine	3.0 L VQ30DET V63.0 L VQ30DE V63.0 L VQ25DE V62.0 L VQ20DE V62.5 L Straight-6 diesel
Transmission	5 speed automatic
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Layout	FR layout
Body style	4-door hardtop
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The Y33 was sold from late 1994 through 1998. The VG series engine was replaced with the newly developed VQ series and the displacement of the Straight 6 diesel was reduced from 2.8 to 2.5. AWD ATESA E-TS, found on the Skyline, Laurel and Stagea, was added to the options list. One of the major advantages of the VQ series over the VG series was the aluminum alloy block and heads, helping to reduce weight. This generation of the Cedric is built in LHD for export to Middle East markets.

Engines:

2.0 L VQ20DE

2.5 L RD25DET

2.5 L VQ25DE

3.0 L VQ30DE

3.0 L VQ30DET

Tenth generation Y34

Name	Nissan Cedric Y34
Aka	Nissan Gloria
Production	1998–2004
Engine	2.5 L V6 VQ25DD LEV2.5 L I-6 RB25DET3.0 L V6 VQ30DD LEV3.0 L V6 VQ30DET LEV
Transmission	4 speed automatic
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Layout	FR layout/AWD
Body style	4-door hardtop
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The Y34 entered production in 1998 and lasted through 2004.

The line-up consisted of the 250L and LV (naturally aspirated 2.5 litre V-6), 300LV (naturally aspirated 3 litre V-6) and 300LX/300VIP (3 litre turbo V-6), all with rear wheel drive; additionally there was the 250L/LV Four featuring all-wheel-drive and a turbocharged version of Nissan's 2.5 litre inline six diesel. Direct injection is added to all engines for improved performance and reduced emissions, signified by the "DD" designation in the engine model number. AWD is only available on vehicles equipped with the RB25DET engine. A CVT transmission was available on the 300 VIP-Z and 300 LX-ZS trim levels. Top level Cedrics are comparable to the newly released Nissan Cima, which is similar to the top of the line Nissan President but not as long. Autech released a special 40th anniversary of the Cedric, with the VQ30DET engine.

Satellite guided navigation is added to this generation.

In October 2004, the last Cedric hardtop was built, replaced by the Nissan Fuga.

Prices (in 1999) ranged from ¥3,110,000 for a base 250 L to ¥4,940,000 for the ultra-luxurious 300VIP.

References

External links

Planet Cedric

Nissan Sedan history (japanese site)

RatDat.com - paint colors, sales brochures, and model names

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