One to Buy: 50km from new 2002 Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R V Spec II Nurburgring
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Manufactured between 1999 and 2002, the R34 was the third and (for many) best incarnation of the modern era GT-R that Nissan revisited after a 16 year gap in 1989.
Based around a slightly smaller and much stiffer bodyshell than the outgoing R33, the R34’s latest iteration of the fabled RB26DETT dual overhead cam straight six was uprated with individual throttle bodies, more durable water-cooled ceramic turbochargers with ball-bearings, a new intercooler and new exhaust turbo outlets that saved 2.8kg over their R33 equivalents.
Another significant improvement was the switch to a more durable six-speed Getrag V160 gearbox instead of the R33’s five-speed unit.
In terms of Nissan’s series production offerings on the R34 GT-R platform, among the most sought after is the V Spec II Nurburgring introduced during February 2002.
Above and beyond all the V Spec II upgrades, these cars were equipped with the 330bhp power unit from the N1 homologation special. They were immediately identifiable by their gold engine valve covers and matching VIN plate.
Currently on offer with Bingo Sports in Tokyo is a remarkable V Spec II Nurburgring with just 50km from new. Presented in unmarked condition throughout, chassis ‘403304’ was also configured in arguably the most sought after R34 colour of Bayside Blue.
