Coffee and Datsuns Car Meet | 2026 | San Diego, CA

Coffee and Datsuns is rolling back into San Diego with a morning meetup dedicated to one of Japan's most influential automotive names.

There is something refreshing about an event that knows exactly what it is. While many cars and coffee gatherings cast a wide net, this one puts the spotlight squarely on Datsuns and the enthusiasts who continue to keep them on the road. That usually leads to a different kind of conversation. Instead of jumping between dozens of unrelated makes and models, people tend to spend more time sharing stories, comparing builds, and talking about the history behind the cars parked next to them. For longtime owners and fans of vintage Japanese vehicles, that kind of focus is part of the appeal.

Organized by Coffee and Datsuns, the gathering has the feel of a meetup built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts. Datsuns may be the common thread, but events like this often attract people who simply appreciate classic Japanese cars and the culture surrounding them. The cars themselves are likely to range from carefully restored originals to personalized builds that reflect decades of ownership, maintenance, and passion. Half the fun is seeing how differently people have approached preserving and enjoying the same family of vehicles.

Set in the Carmel Mountain area of San Diego County, the event brings together local Datsun owners in a casual cars-and-coffee setting. Guests can expect to see a variety of vintage Datsun models and other interesting Japanese classics throughout the morning. Since this is a recurring third-Sunday gathering, attendees and participants should still check the organizers' official pages for the latest confirmation and any schedule updates before heading over.

Some meets are about seeing as many different cars as possible. This one seems more interested in celebrating a specific chapter of automotive history. For anyone who appreciates vintage Japanese engineering, old-school styling, and the stories that come with keeping these cars alive, Coffee and Datsuns looks like the kind of gathering where the conversations can be just as interesting as the lineup itself.

Coffee and Datsuns Car Meet - San Diego County, California

Date: Third Sunday Monthly
Location: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 12070 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste 296, San Diego, CA 92128
Starts: 8:00 AM
Ends: 10:00 AM
Admission: Free
Vehicle Registration: HERE

*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Coffee and Datsuns Car Meet organizers HERE. Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.

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