Price range of a good Nissan Skyline GT-R?
What is the price range of a good Nissan Skyline GT-R? And what are the things I should look for?
Ramon Kaspers (Cork)Jan 2013 Filed under: used car values
Expert answer
Hi Ramon,
How long’s that piece of string, there? It really depends on model, history and condition. The old R34 Skyline GT-R (the square one, the last one to actually be called Skyline) can go for as little as €20,000, or as much as €70-80,000, depending on what sort of state they’re in. Newer GT-R models (the ‘Darth Vader’ one…) have a similarly huge price range, from as little as €40,000 to close to €100,000 depending on the age and spec.
As for problems, well, they’re hugely strong, well-made and reliable, but the problem is that tuners love them, so you never know quite what you’re getting. Check for poorly-executed modifications, incorrect wheels and tyres, suspension damage, blown turbos and electronics sent haywire by a poor engine re-mapping. Shop around very, very carefully to avoid one that’s been thrashed beyond its limits, and I’d recommend getting in touch with the owners’ club (maybe even joining and attending a few events) before making the leap.
These are hugely specialist cars, and the more knowledge you can build up, the better.
Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor@neilmbriscoe