"Once a household name, the Nissan Bluebird carved a long and varied path through global markets, including Australia. Launched in 1959, it was Japan’s answer to mid-size sedans like the Toyota Corona, offering affordable reliability and understated style. By the late 1970s, the Bluebird had firmly established itself locally, especially with the locally built 910-series in the 1980s.

In other markets, it was known by several names including the Datsun Bluebird and later the Nissan Altima. Australian versions often leaned towards conservative engineering but benefited from Nissan’s reputation for longevity and value. In fact, the Bluebird nameplate helped define Nissan’s sedan lineup until it was eventually phased out in favour of the more modern Maxima and Altima models.

By the mid-2000s, the Bluebird name had faded from Australian showrooms. Still, it left a legacy of dependable motoring and practical design, and remains a respected used buy among fans of classic Japanese cars."

The line-up currently starts at $3,740 for the Bluebird Lx and ranges through to $6,820 for the range-topping Bluebird Sss.