Nissan 300C – C stands for Cedric which is a range of large saloon models
Engine 3 litre V6
Black in colour with Grey velour interior
This car spent its first 7 years with the Japanese embassy in London and wore diplomatic number plates 193 D 414
It was discharged from service and re-registered on its current number plat in August 1993
It spent a few months in Birmingham before returning to North West London, and judging by old MOT certificates, spent 10 years in that area, mostly visiting just one garage
it was purchased by its current owner in August 2007 and given the name Black Beauty
Bodywork restoration by Blessed vehicle refurbishment at Shedfield in Hampshire