Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction - 8th May on Thursday the 8th of May. Background:
Even as the non-GT-R R33 models debuted in August 1993 (following a prototype shown at the 1993 Tokyo Motor Show), development was already underway for the R33 GT-R, which was released in 1995 as the R32's successor. The V·Spec variant added 10 kg in weight and featured a more aggressive suspension setup, resulting in a lower ride height. Furthermore, the V·Spec incorporated the advanced ATTESA E-TS Pro all-wheel-drive system, complete with an active limited-slip differential.
Meanwhile, in 1991, Top Secret separated from Trust, establishing their own workshop in Chiba. By 1993, the company began showcasing their creations at the Tokyo Auto Salon. Since 1994, Kazuhiko "Smokey" Nagata and the Top Secret team have actively engaged in speed trials and challenges. Nagata gained notoriety for his numerous illegal high-speed runs on public roads, most famously reaching 197 mph on UK public roads in his Toyota Supra.
This Car:
The car presented here is one of the monsters created by TOP SECRET. Finished in possibly the most desirable of all the Skyline GTR colours, this GTR retains its original Midnight purple paint, which is now complementing genuine bronze Rays wheels. Being a TOP SECRET car no expense is spared with the mechanicals.
Modifications include:
Nismo Conrods
Nismo Crankshaft
Nismo Oil pump
Nismo Fuel Pump
HKS 272 Cams
HKS Cam Pulleys
HKS F-CON V ProECU
Top Secret Metal Gasket
Top Secret T1 Turbocharges
Trust Four-inch Intercooler
Trust Oil Cooler
Blitz Turbo Timers
Blitz Induction Kit
SamcoSport Radiator hoses & breather
660cc Injectors
Ohlins suspension
The car has also just had the pusher clutch replaced with a standard Nismo clutch.
The body work does show wear and tear inline with the age of the vehicle, showing its life with honesty. While the interior has been kept in good condition, with little no wear on the seats and all the plastics intact.
Driving this professionally tuned GTR will be an experience to be remembered, with circa 500bhp being pushed through the all-wheel drive system the car is certain to leave most things at the lights. Steering feels light and nimble, offering feedback that we could only wish for in modern times. The new clutch feels perfect allowing easy selection of gears in the 5-speed box that has no noises emanating from it at all (a usual weak point on high powered cars).
If you’re looking for a slice of Japanese tuning culture, don’t miss this opportunity to grab a cars from one of the legends of the automotive tuning world.
Location: West SussexSeller: PrivatePhotography: Professional
