One to Buy: 52,000km 1972 Nissan KPGC-10 Skyline 2000 GT-R
At the Tokyo Motor Show in October 1970, Nissan replaced the original four-door Skyline GT-R with a handsome new two-door Coupe: the KPGC-10.
In addition to its sportier appearance, the KPGC-10 was lighter and more agile than its predecessor thanks to a shorter wheelbase (reduced by 70mm).
The rest of the KPGC-10’s mechanical specification was carried over. Suspension was fully independent with disc brakes up front, drums at the back and a massive 100-litre fuel tank over the rear axle. In the engine bay was Nissan’s Prince GR-8 derived two-litre dual overhead cam straight six with its light alloy 24 valve head fed by a trio of Mikuni-Solex carbs. Transmission was through a special five-speed ‘box with single-plate clutch and limited slip differential.
KPGC-10 production ran for just two years during which time 1197 were completed, all of which were built in right-hand drive for the Japanese Domestic Market.
Only around 30% of these were completed in 920 White paint, one of which is currently on offer with Bingo Sports in Japan.
Having covered a little over 52,000km from new, this particular car has recently been re-painted and undergone a major service. It is thus presented in superb condition with the only deviation from standard being enlarged front wheelarches to accommodate wider wheels.
Reprinted below is Bingo Sports’ description for this exceptional KPGC-10 GT-R:
VIN: KPGC10-001499
When it comes to the first generation Skyline GT-R a Silver car often comes to mind, especially with the KPGC10 2-door coupe as about 50% of the 1,197 produced were in this colour, about 30% were white.
The car is in excellent condition throughout, including the semi-bucket seats, the door linings still have their original protective plastic film. The odometer shows 52,235km, and the bodywork has just been repainted and all door/window trim have been replaced. The front wheel arches have been enlarged to accommodate wider wheels but parts such as the exhaust are all original.
It has recently been inspected by a dealer and the oil pan, valve cover gaskets, oil separator, water and fuel hoses have been replaced.
This car has all the necessary equipment for a road going GT, including radio, heater and headrests which were all installed from new.
