Highlights

Modified and tuned by Keiichi Tsuchiya, the widely known "Drift King"
Ultra-early production chassis, number BNR32-000109, one of the first 100 R32 GTRs built
Fitted with a genuine Nissan Factory N1 engine block and HKS GT2530 twin-turbochargers
Stored in an air-conditioned warehouse

The Appeal

The R32 generation Nissan Skyline GTR is a landmark in Japanese performance car history. Its twin-turbocharged RB26DETT inline-six and ATTESA E-TS four-wheel-drive system proved devastatingly effective in Group A touring car racing during the early 1990s, earning the car its famous "Godzilla" nickname. Today, the R32 GTR sits firmly among the most coveted Japanese sports cars ever produced.

This particular example is far from ordinary. Bearing chassis number BNR32-000109, it is one of the very first R32 GTRs to leave the Nissan factory, making it a genuinely early piece of the model's production history. Adding to its remarkable provenance, the car was modified and tuned by Keiichi Tsuchiya, the celebrated Japanese racing driver known worldwide as the "Drift King." The mechanical specification reflects serious intent, with a reinforced N1 engine block, uprated turbochargers, performance camshafts, a standalone ECU, and a full titanium exhaust among the upgrades. The drivetrain has been similarly enhanced with a carbon multi-plate clutch and carbon limited-slip differential.

The vendor states the car is in good overall condition and describes the interior as presenting well. Some cosmetic blemishes are noted on the exterior, and the air conditioning system is believed to be inoperative. The vendor states the car starts, runs, and drives without fault, and describes it as properly tuned and suitable for both road and track use.

Key Information

Mileage: 175,137 km (indicated)
Country of registration: Japan
Inspection status: no current certificate
Technical specs: 2.6-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six engine, five-speed manual transmission, four-wheel drive
Paperwork: no further documentation details provided by the vendor
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The Detail

Grey paintwork over a blue and grey Alcantara interior with a non-matching grey driver's seat
18-inch Enkei alloy wheels with Hankook Ventus Evo tyres
Alcon brakes fitted
Genuine Nissan Factory N1 reinforced engine block fitted
HKS GT2530 twin-turbochargers fitted
HKS High-Cams fitted
APEXi Power FC ECU and FC Commander unit
APEXi AVC-R boost solenoid valve
ATS Carbon multi-plate clutch
ATS Carbon 2-Way LSD
Full titanium exhaust system
Adjustable fuel pressure regulator
Nismo under-bonnet strut brace
Body Gard computerised corrosion control module
Updated Kenwood stereo
Air conditioning system believed to be inoperative, requiring compressor service
Minor scratches noted on the rear bumper
Clear coat issue noted on the wing
Cosmetic clear-coat waves and stone micro-nicks noted on the bonnet
Light interior trim blemish noted
Engine oil sweat noted
Surface spot rust noted on the undercarriage floor
The vendor states the interior has no stains, no burn marks, and all seats present well

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