1972 Nissan Skyline KGC10 2000GT coupe GTR replica

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 grade 5A 2007 Nissan Skyline V36 370GT coupe with only 33,000 kms was virtually in as new condition when inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction in Japan on 5 April 2012. Price withheld at client’s request. View our V36 Skyline Model Guide and TV Menu Translation We only source the best vehicles with clean and tidy interiors, and only vehicles we would be pleased to own ourselve...

This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec2 was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 12 December 2015. In nice condition overall with some minor obvious faults pictured. Black paint applied to rear underbody (did not appear to be hiding rust or anything else). February 2001 built VSpec 2. 320 km/h speedo fitted on 21 April 2001 when the vehicle was near new with only 750km, records include...

This 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 11 December 2015. This is a good example of a vehicle WE WOULD NOT recommend / buy for our clients, and why we inspect all vehicles in person rather than relying on auction sheets. It was quite rusty all over the body, but specifically in the rear wheel arches which had rust bubbling under the paint. So it had ha...

This low km 2009 Skyline V36 coupe 370GT update model (with 7 speed auto transmission etc) was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 3 December 2015. It was very clean inside and out — note interior and underbody pictures. Infiniti badging. RHR wheel had some minor scratches on the edge of the rim. Pin dents on the driver’s door and behind driver’s door, not very noticea...

This low km 370GT Type SP was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 28 November 2015. Some horizontal scratches along the right sideskirt underneath, could be left as is. Driver’s door had some chips on the edge and scratches on the door itself — not too noticeable. Scratches on the face of both rear wheels. Interior reasonably clean, a non smoker’s car and appeared to...

This 2008 Skyline V36 coupe 370GT Type S was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 27 November 2015. Left front wheel rim was scraped from parking, and right rear wheel had a small scrape on the rim. Sideskirts and the fuel filler lid appeared to be a slightly different colour but didn’t look to be painted. Otherwise exterior was good, no obvious signs of paint fade. Ste...

This base model 2010 Nissan Skyline V36 coupe 370GT update model with USB / ipod connectivity in centre console was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 26 November 2015. It had scratches on lower side skirts. Minor surface rust underneath. One pin dent on driver’s door edge. Small cig burn on right of driver’s seat otherwise no sign of the vehicle having been smoked in and ...

This R34 GTR VSpec from Global Auto (an Osaka GTR specialist dealership) was inspected for a client in November 2015. Overall condition was quite good for an extensively modified vehicle. Read client testimonial for this R34 GTR VSpec from Global Auto View Global Auto Osaka GTR stock list R34 GTR Prices ~ Where are they heading ? Service records, and details of the tuning done by the previous o...

This 2000 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 29 October 2015. Purple was a very limited colour and is highly sought after. R34 GTR Prices ~ Where are they heading ? Z-tune front panels fitted. Body was in reasonable condition with a few areas to address. Lower front spoiler plastic on the left side was scratched / cracked and could probably do with re...

This 2000 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec was inspected for a client at BAYAUC auction on 28 October 2015. Condition notes included scratches and chips on both bumpers which needed paint. Water marks on the roof which required buffing. Significant wear to steering wheel and driver’s seat. Pin dent and chip to RHR quarter panel. TV screen surface had numerous imperfections (common fault) but ...

This 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 10 October 2015. Auction sheet stated grade RA (minor repair). It was clean in terms of rust but had signs of a very recent repair on the left front fender and left passenger door area. Existing unpainted scrape on left sideskirt and the small trim in front of the sideskirt had been removed. Front left fen...

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...

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 low km 1996 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya on 11 September 2015 and is the perfect example of why an independent inspection on auction day is so important. Auction sheet stated grade 4.5 B and service history, however while the rest of the vehicle was fairly clean for age there was significant rust underneath, particularly in the lower sections behind the b...

This very low km collector Skyline R33 GTR VSpec was inspected for a client. Auction sheet noted service records supplied with the car after auction, together with lock nut key. It was in excellent condition all round for a 20 year old secondhand vehicle with only a few minor points to note. Couple of the jacking points underneath squashed from use. Scrapes and scratches on the floor side mem...

This lovely 7-seater 2012 Nissan Elgrand E52 3.5L Top Spec AUTECH Leather LTD was inspected for a client and had virtually every available factory option. VIP AUTECH model with full leather, dual powerslide doors, electric remote rear hatch, ECO mode, 4WD –> 2WD lock, heated seats, cruise control, IBA (Independent Brake Assist uses lasers to detect obstacles and apply the brakes) etc. Sc...

This lovely 8-seater 2009 Nissan Elgrand NE51 3.5L 4WD Highway Star was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 24 July 2015. Full leather seats, centre row of seats had the flip up footrest which is a nice feature on this model. All around view camera, intelligent key, heated seats, dual power slide doors, 2 x TV’s with fold down monitor. Non smoker, one owner. Faults noted were ve...

This 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 23 July 2015. A 320 km/h NISMO speedo was fitted in 2011, so the mileage was marked as changed on the auction sheet with the total traveled just under 80,000 kms. Minor surface rust underneath on suspension and stabilisers but of no concern. TV screen, windows and other electrics working fine. Light wear only...

This 2004 Nissan Stagea AR-X 3.5L Premium wagon was inspected for a client on 24 July 2015. It was a high spec one owner, non smoker vehicle with full black heated leather seats (unusual), sunroof, BOSE stereo with steering controls for the audio. Faults included minor wear on the driver’s seat, small finger nail scratches on some of the buttons etc., marks on shift knob, rust on the strut t...

This 2008 Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5L Highway Star leather 8 seater 2WD in lovely pearl white was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 30 July 2015. One owner with service records. Dual sunroof, 17″ factory alloys, Dual TV’s, Dual power slide doors, factory around view monitor, Xenon headlights, leg rests in the centre row of seats, AFS (active front lighting system). Clean under...

This 2010 Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5L Highway Star leather 8 seater 2WD in black was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 30 July 2015. Dual power slide doors, AFS (active front lighting system). Flip up leg rests for centre row of seats. Dual sunroof (both of these were not working, power going to the motor but not opening). One owner car. Around view monitor. 5.1 DOLBY BOSE sound system. D...

This pristine 1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec2 COLLECTOR CAR was inspected for a client at Bayauc auction on 29 July 2015. It was about the cleanest R32 GTR VSpec2 you are ever likely to see and looked almost new. Non smoker and probably one owner. Wish we could find these on demand but they are very rare in this condition so patience is required. June ’94 build date which was one of the ...

This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec2 was inspected for a client. It had some cosmetic issues but nothing of a serious nature and underneath it appeared quite well maintained. R34 GTR Prices ~ Where are they heading ? VSpec2’s are relatively expensive so this one was quite a lot cheaper as a result of the body issues and the kms. The bonnet needed repainting as the clear coat had been affe...

We inspected this 2008 Nissan Skyline V36 coupe Type SP for a client on 9 May 2013. Grade 4.5 B with 39,000 kms. Type SP, top spec model. Infiniti G37 badging, factory sunroof in blue (rare combination). A few minor marks on the body were noted on the auction sheet but these were only small. This vehicle was in excellent condition, interior was virtually as new. Non-smoker’s car. Acceptable surf...

This 2006 Nissan Skyline V36 sedan 350GT Type SP was inspected for a client and sold at USS Nagoya on 15 May 2015. Unique modified V36 sedan 350GT Type SP with aftermarket parts including brake calipers and cross drilled discs, 20″ WORKS alloys, dual exhaust, RS-R adjustable suspension, headlights, battery meter, spark plug electronic monitors / controllers and numerous engine bay upgrades 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...

This 2008 Nissan Skyline V36 coupe 370GT Type SP was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo on 22 January 2015. Type SP top spec model with SUNROOF. Sunroof can often add a considerable amount to the price of these vehicles, which can be as much as $2,000 compared to similar vehicles without. In very nice grade 4.5 condition. Heated leather seats. Alloy wheels appeared to have been painted by the own...

This 2010 Nissan Skyline V36 coupe 370GT Type SP was inspected for a client and sold at USS Tokyo on 15 January 2015. It was the most popular Type SP top spec model. 2010 update model with iphone connectivity in centre console. In nice condition overall. Heated leather seats. Engine and transmission good. Clean underbody. Scratch on rear bumper. Auction sheet noted W2 marks both sides but nothing ...

This 1995 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR was inspected for a client and sold at USS Tokyo on 15 January 2015. NISMO dash fitted, total kms 109,374. In better than average condition for the age and kms. Adjustable TEIN suspension. Aftermarket clutch and MOMO steering wheel. Engine and clutch good. Audio removed. Rust on wheels (probably put on to replace aftermarket wheels prior to auction). Clean underbod...