2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR with 7,493 km

This December 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR with very low kms was inspected for a client at Global Auto (an Osaka GTR specialist dealership) on 14 September 2016. Service records and registration paper confirmed the 7,493 km. Note that investigation regarding the VSpec 2 badging based on the chassis code indicated this was a standard GTR (non VSpec). View Global Auto Osaka GTR stock list R34 GTR ...

This classic 1978 Porsche 911 SC Coupe was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 22 September 2016. It is the type of collector car we specialise in. Odometer was showing 67,975 km however this was not considered genuine based on overall condition. Auction grade was changed from 4 to R with an announcement on auction day — front panel and left front inner had been repaired. Fro...

This classic 1986 Toyota Sprinter GT APEX AE86 3 door coupe was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 22 September 2016. It is the type of collector car we specialise in. This model became famous in Japan and then the rest of the world thanks to being featured in the Initial D series of Japanese manga and anime, then in Gran Turismo and other car racing video games. See Toyota AE86 W...

View eligibility for the Honda NSX under the new 25 Year Rule This one owner 1992 Honda NSX Coupe with just 29,240 kms was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 25 August 2016. It was graded 4.5 B. It sold for 5,670,000 YEN FOB. Total price in Australia would have been approx. $92,000 landed plus tyres and ORC’s at the time (calculated at a rate of 76.3 yen to the dollar and in...

This May 2002 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R VSPEC2 NUR COLLECTOR CAR with only 21,607 km was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 28 July 2016.  It was in pristine factory condition other than an aftermarket audio unit, and sold for 11,300,000 yen FOB. Read R34 GTR Import Prices ~ Where are they heading ? for more information on why prices are increasing so rapidly on this model. Total pri...

This 1990 R32 Nissan Skyline GTR NISMO Edition collector car at the Best-R dealership in Japan was available in July 2016. It had only 27,000 kms and was in near new condition. The dealer price was equivalent to approx. $130,000 including luxury car tax (LCT), plus tyres and on road costs. It was not inspected for a client however is included as an example of the sort of specialist vehicles we s...

This rare and classic 1968 Mazda Cosmo Sports L10A coupe was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 9 June 2016. It is the type of collector car we specialise in. Full production of the Cosmo sports 2-door coupe began in May 1967 and lasted through 1972. Cosmos were built by hand at a rate of only about one per day, for a total of 1,519 (343 Series I cars and 1,176 Series II cars). See...

Import an R32 GTR now or wait for the 25 Year Rule ? COLLECTOR CAR This 1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R with only 71,280 km was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 3 June 2016. Overall in excellent condition for age, clearly garaged in Japan and hardly used since 2009. Auction sheet noted that books and paperwork were available. Non smoker’s car. Garaged. Original GTR logo key....

This classic 1971 Nissan Skyline KGC10 coupe GT-X with GT-R look and badging was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 2 June 2016. It is the type of collector car we specialise in. Inspection report: Older restoration perhaps 10-15 years Maybe painted 10 years or more ago at a guess Looks ok from a distance (typical Japanese restoration and paint work) When you get up close you can s...

This classic 1970 Toyota Crown MS51 Coupe with only 112,285 kms showing on the odometer and in very original condition was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 27 May 2016. It is the type of collector car we specialise in. Given the condition it was possibly a one owner car and also an older owner. The car had been repainted and the quality was not great. Not much prep work was evi...

This classic 1987 Toyota Sprinter GT APEX Trueno was inspected for a client and sold at USS Osaka auction in Japan on 15 April 2016. Read client testimonial for this 1987 Toyota Sprinter GT APEX. Read our blog article AE86 Prices on the Rise for an idea of where prices are heading on these. Past repair history with a number of repaired areas noted on the auction sheet. On inspection though t...

This classic 1972 Nissan Skyline KGC10 2000GT coupe GTR replica was sold at USS Fukuoka on 16 March 2016 for 5,253,000 YEN FOB. It had undergone significant restoration in the 6 or so years prior to auction with pictures provided on a link shown on the auction sheet. Total kms were unknown (typical for cars of this age) and some rust was also noted. While we did not inspect this vehicle, it is ...

This classic TE27 1973 Toyota Sprinter Trueno was inspected for a client at a Japanese dealership on 6 October 2015. As time goes on classic cars are becoming harder to find at auction and prices are rising, so we are sourcing more from specialist dealers in Japan.  See our FAQ Classic Car Dealers in Japan for recommended dealers. Over 200 pictures were taken including many close-ups of specif...

This classic Nissan Skyline KGC10 was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 3 October 2015. Final price withheld at client’s request. Unknown total kms (normal for this age). In good condition as far as older vehicles go. It was a nice solid car with very minimal rust, and had been recently “restored” in some places. The paint job was a bit sloppy, but this is typical for...

This classic 1973 Toyota Sprinter Trueno TE27 coupe was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 27 August 2015. Total kms were unknown which is often the case with older classic vehicles. Past repair history, and repaint. Visible rust in places and painted black underneath to cover other rust making it hard to evaluate at auction. It sold for 1,645,000 YEN FOB, total price in Australia at...

We see lots of old cars for sale in Japan and they usually look nice and shiny in the auction pictures but what are they actually like when you get up close and take a good look ? Well, condition varies from pristine museum pieces to absolute pieces of… umm rust and abuse. And generally you get what you pay for. So unless you like an expensive project, do yourself a favour and allow a reas...

This unique and classic 1973 Toyota Sprinter Trueno TE27 coupe with race prepared engine was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 23 July 2015. Engine was changed and rebuilt by a well known company in Saitama that works on a lot of race cars. Work included heads, pistons, clutch, TRD cams, TRD LSD, stainless brake lines in the front, front and rear strut braces. Battery moved to rear, b...

Here’s a good example of the condition that older ‘classic’ vehicles can be in. This shows why prices are so variable depending on condition, despite two vehicles looking equally good in online pictures, the reality can be very different once you get close up. Close inspection by a reliable agent is critical to know what you’re bidding on and what work (and costs) you will...

COLLECTOR CAR — 1998 Rover Mini Cooper BSCC LTD model. Engine and gear box were good. Engine oil was leaking from the head cover but only minor and fairly common for this model. Overall a nice low km example. This vehicle was inspected for a client and sold at USS Nagoya auction in Japan on 20 February 2015 for 1,555,000 YEN FOB. Total price in Australia at the time would have been approx. $...

We see lots of old cars for sale in Japan and they usually look shiny and nice in the auction pictures but what are they actually like when you get up close and take a good look ? Well, condition varies from pristine museum pieces to absolute pieces of… umm rust and abuse. And generally you get what you pay for. So unless you like a project, do yourself a favour and allow a reasonable budg...

This classic 1982 Porsche 911SC coupe was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 27 March 2014. It was in very good condition overall for its age. It sold for 1,547,000 YEN FOB. Total price in Australia at the time would have been approx. $21,300 landed plus compliance and registration costs (calculated at a rate of 94.3 yen to the dollar). We only source the best vehicles with clea...

This very low km, limited production collector 1995 MG RV8 was inspected for a client on 11 November 2009. In was in excellent condition with genuine low kms and only a few minor pin dents and scratches. It sold for for 1,465,000 YEN FOB. Total price in Australia at the time would have been approx. $27,000 complied plus tyres and ORC’s (calculated at a rate of 83 yen to the dollar). We on...

This classic 1971 Nissan Skyline KGC10 GT coupe was inspected for a client at Bay Auc auction on 24 September 2008. It was in nice condition for its age. Unknown total kms, 90,444 km was showing. View client testimonial for this 1971 Nissan Skyline KGC10 GT coupe It sold for 1,259,000 YEN FOB, total price in Australia at the time would have been approx. $18,900 landed plus $1,000 to $1,200 compl...

This 1986 Toyota Trueno GT Apex 5 speed manual was sourced from Japan for a client on 11 April 2008. It had 114,000 kms, aftermarket steering wheel, power steering, aftermarket exhaust, RECARO bucket driver’s seat, 15″ aftermarket alloys (odd set front to rear), front and rear strut braces, airpod, coilover suspension and adjustable camber set up. It was in very nice condition f...

This 1987 Mitsubishi Starion was inspected for a client at an auction in Kyushu on 6 November 2007. In exceptional condition overall with only 41,000 kms, auction grade 4 A.  A real collector car. It sold for 480,000 YEN FOB at that time. View client testimonial for this vehicle We only source the best vehicles with clean and tidy interiors, and only vehicles we would be pleased to own ours...