One to Buy: 50km from new 2002 Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R V Spec II Nurburgring
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.
Reprinted below is Bingo Sports’ description for this unrepeatable delivery mileage R34:
VIN: BNR34-403304
Mileage: 50 kilometers
Exterior Color: Bayside Blue
This is an R34 Skyline GT-R V-Spec II Nür, one of just 718 made, in the highly desirable Bayside Blue colour with just 50km on the odometer.
The R34 is one of the most iconic cars to come out of Japan, part of its popularity can be attributed to its role in the Fast & Furious franchise however it’s the performance and legendary engine that make it stand out. The Skyline GT-R has a very strong lineage which started with the Hakosuka and which was followed by the Kenmeri and after a long gap, the R32, R33 and finally the R34. The R32 dominated Group A racing, the R33 was raced in Le Mans and the R34 was further improved and became the last Skyline GT-R as the successor dropped the Skyline name.
These three generations all came with the innovative ATTESA all-wheel drive system and the 2.6-litre straight-6 twin-turbo RB26 engine. Despite their weight and relative lack of power, these cars punched well above their class and offered supercar-levels of performance.
The R34 got several special variants and one of the most special ones is this V-spec II Nür version. It combined the upgrades of the V-spec II and the Nürburgring package and was one of the last R34 GT-R made. The V-spec II included improvements such as bigger rear brakes, stiffer suspension, carbon fibre bonnet with a NACA duct, etc. The Nür included more engine-focused upgrades such as bigger turbos with increased boost and ceramic blades instead of steel for improved durability. This N1-based engine came with a gold valve cover and produced well over the claimed 280hp.
The V-spec II Nür
This example is in the perfect spec with the unmistakeable Bayside Blue paint and unbelievably it has delivery mileage with just 50km on the odometer.
