Description
We are delighted to offer this exceptional Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R V-Spec here at Speedbroker, a genuine, highly sorted example of one of Japan’s most important performance cars. As the UK JDM market continues to strengthen, collector-grade GT-Rs are becoming increasingly difficult to source, especially examples that retain their originality, integrity and documented maintenance history like this car. The R33 GT-R has firmly established itself as one of the standout modern classics of the Japanese performance era; a car once underrated, now rightfully recognised for its engineering depth, rarity and immense road presence.
The R33 GT-R occupies a unique place in Nissan GT-R history. Developed directly from motorsport pedigree and powered by the legendary RB26DETT engine, the V-Spec models represented the pinnacle of Nissan’s 1990s performance engineering. With advanced ATTESA all-wheel-drive technology, Super HICAS rear steering and a chassis widely regarded as one of the best balanced of the GT-R lineage, the R33 offers a driving experience that feels mechanical, analogue and deeply engaging in a way modern performance cars simply cannot replicate.
Vehicle Overview
Registration: A23 GTR
Mileage: 68, 000 miles
Ownership: 4 former keepers
History: HPI Clear
A lovely, honest and exceptionally straight example that has clearly been cherished throughout its life. The car presents beautifully throughout, backed by significant recent expenditure and careful ownership. Importantly, this is not an over-modified or tired example, it remains remarkably close to standard specification, exactly how enthusiasts and collectors now want to find them.
Condition & Recent Investment
This GT-R has benefitted from substantial maintenance and restoration work in recent years, including underside restoration and over £16, 000 spent with respected specialists Abbey Motorsport and RB Motorsport alone, and a further £6, 000 spent on the underside.
The overall condition of the car is outstanding, with excellent panel fitment, clean structural areas and a presentation that genuinely reflects the level of care and investment it has received. Turret tops and boot floor are in excellent order, further reinforcing the quality of the shell, something that has become increasingly important when sourcing R33s today.
It is a car that wants for nothing and is ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Specification & Upgrades
Tastefully enhanced while retaining the character and originality of the car, modifications include:
Upgraded turbo turbines
Larger intercooler
Decat exhaust setup
HKS F-Con iS Pro ECU
Apexi intake system
SFS hoses
Hard pipe kit
BC coilovers
K-Sport forged brake upgrade with larger calipers
Greddy turbo timer and turbo boost gauge
Retro Alpine head unit
Nismo floor mats
Carbon pillar covers
Nismo gear shift knob
Nismo oil cap
Power output has been professionally verified with a dyno sheet produced last week showing:
473 BHP
437 lb-ft torque
The car also sits on recently added as-new Volk Racing wheels, paired with Yokohama Advan AD09 tyres, a package costing approximately £4, 000 and perfectly complementing the car’s stance and presence.
Why This R33 GT-R Matters
Finding an R33 GT-R V-Spec today is one thing, finding one with sensible mileage, limited ownership, excellent structural condition and this level of documented expenditure is something else entirely.
Many examples on the market have suffered from poor modifications, corrosion issues or inconsistent histories over the years. This car stands apart as a properly cared-for, well-preserved and intelligently upgraded example that still retains the essence of what made the R33 GT-R so special in the first place.
With the JDM market in the UK continuing to mature and values of high-quality GT-Rs steadily strengthening, cars like this are becoming increasingly sought after by both collectors and genuine enthusiasts alike.
At the heart of it all sits the legendary RB26DETT, one of the most iconic engines ever produced. Renowned for its strength, character and tuning pedigree, the RB26 remains a defining symbol of the golden era of Japanese performance engineering and a huge part of why the GT-R continues to command such admiration worldwide.
A rare opportunity to acquire a genuinely sorted, highly usable and increasingly collectible R33 GT-R V-Spec, with a rare registration plate of A23GTR included with the sale.
** PLEASE NOTE: THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN WEYMOUTH **
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