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LOT 220

1989 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R Chassis no. BRNR32003106

Sold for US$44,800 inc. premium
Lot 220

1989 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R

1989 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R
Chassis no. BRNR32003106


2,568cc DOHC Twin-Turbo Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
ECCS Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
276bhp at 6,800rpm
5-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Power-Assisted Disc Brakes

*A beautifully kept, unmolested example
*Roughly 25,000 miles from new
*Japan's 'Forbidden Fruit' supercar now on American shores
*The iconic "Godzilla" GT-R


THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

On offer is a seldom seen stock example of the venerable R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R. While its time in its homeland remains obscured due to a language barrier, the vehicle's 25,000 accrued miles indicate a coddled life of limited use. The current owner wisely purchased the vehicle in 2012, 2 years before its legal inclusion on U.S. soil was allowed, while the vehicle was still in Japan. Once the vehicle achieved its 25th birthday, the GT-R was imported and delivered to the state of Louisiana where it has lived ever since.

A good amount of simple restorative work was completed to keep the car in tip top shape. Inside, the digital clock was refurbished by Joel Hinkle and the OEM radio was replaced by old stock of the same unit- the non-functioning original will be included. Furthermore, the speakers were replaced with OEM equivalent Kickers and the AC system had a number of O-rings replaced. In addition, the rear window trim has been replaced, and the original will also be included. Mechanically, the clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder, brake booster, fluids, and belts have received attention and the MAF sensors were re-soldered. The work done to the GT-R has also been documented within receipts on file at the time of sale.

Protecting the Skyline, Koshi of Excessive Detailing in Houston applied Xpel film on the front surfaces while Ceramic Pro 9H has been applied on the rest of the exterior. 3M crystalline window tint has also been installed to block UV light. The vehicle will also be offered with an extra set of OEM wheels and tires.

The R32 exists as one of the holy grails for any Japanese car collector, and unmolested, stock examples like the one presented here should remain an object of desire for many decades to come.

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Please note, the correct chassis number is BNR32003106.

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