President 150 and 250
| Production | 1965-1973 (150 series) 1973–1989 (250 series) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0 L H30 OHV I6, 130 hp (97 kW) 4.0 L Y40 OHV V8, 197 hp (147 kW) 4.4 L Y44E OHV V8, 200 hp (149 kW) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112 in) |
| Length | 5,045 mm (198.6 in) 5,280 mm (208 in) |
| Width | 1,795 mm (70.7 in) |
| Height | 1,460 mm (57 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,600 kg (3,500 lb) |
| Related | Nissan Prince Royal |
The first generation of the Nissan President, designated H150, was introduced in October 1965, replacing the Cedric Special as Nissan's top-of-the-range model. The President appeared after the Toyota Crown Eight in April 1964. Available with either the 4.0 litre Y40 V8 engine, developed specially for that model, or the 3.0 litre H30 straight-6. Very lavishly appointed for its time, the President served as the official car of the Japanese Prime Minister Eisaku Sato, while the Emperor of Japan was transported in one of two Nissan Prince Royals. In 1971 Nissan offered EAL (Electro Anti-lock System) as an option on the Nissan President, this became Japan's first electronic ABS (Anti-lock braking system).
The second generation, designated H250, was introduced in 1973. The chassis was essentially the same with a new front grille. The V8 engine had its displacement increased to 4.4 litre and was now designated Y44E, while a 3.0 litre version was still available. The Sovereign trim was added in 1977.
The H250 President underwent a major redesign in 1982, with suspension improvements, a larger fuel tank, the most visible changes being the replacement of the round headlights with square versions. In 1985, the Sovereign VIP trim was added. Production of the 250 series continued until 1990.
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