Stock #6384

Ideal as a weekend cruiser, competent autocrosser, or show car standout, this 33 does it all, and does it well. Needless to say, this is one Japanese Classic with a lot of staying power!

Exterior Overview

Some say the R33 Skyline is forgotten, we feel it stands out even more with the plethora of R34s and R32s on the road! Setting yourself apart from regular traffic is an easy feat in this 1997 GTS25T. The fresh coat of Midnight Purple (LP2) paint is stunning, and an OEM 3-piece “Type M” lip kit greatly improves the aerodynamics of this Series II coupe. OEM rainguards, a factory rear wing, and some stunning Enkei RPF1’s complete the aesthetic. Save for a few paint imperfections, this classy coupe is a bonafide head turner. Ideal as a weekend cruiser, competent autocrosser, or show car standout, this 33 does it all, and does it well. Needless to say, this is one Japanese Classic with a lot of staying power!

Interior Overview

The R33’s interior has always been a highlight of the chassis, and it’s one of the roomiest old Nissans we’ve seen to boot. The materials and amenities are quality, from the soft-touch vinyl dash to the durable patterned cloth seats, which have resisted any unwanted wear and tear over the years. Dual SRS airbags are up front too, to give you and your passengers some peace of mind behind the wheel. Additional comfort items include a tilt adjustable steering column for the driver, and a digital automatic climate control unit that pumps cold A/C and hot heat into the cabin with haste. Adjacent to the HVAC, period-correct Kenwood audio works like a charm and fits right in with the 90’s aesthetic. As you’d expect, the power windows, locks, and mirrors are operable, although the electric folding function no longer operates. Still, that does little to take away from the condition of the cabin as the remaining upholstery is tight and tidy, from the headliner to the carpets beneath. We think the 33’s interior design has aged quite gracefully, and we’ve even retained the original owner’s manual and some maintenance booklets to preserve the history of this lovely Skyline. Aside from some steering wheel wear and an inoperable tachometer, there’s little to complain about overall.

Mechanical Overview

Under the hood, the RB25DET was mildly reworked for Nissan’s Series II refresh, and it benefits from a slight power bump and the same potent powerband enthusiasts know and love. While the vehicle has seen a cluster replacement in Japan, it was documented putting this R33 at roughly 101k miles in total. This is still an unverified figure, and truthfully does little to take any appeal away from this stunning Skyline. Ours is also fresh off a recent service, and this trusty 2.5 cranks over with haste. An oil and filter service was performed to help this Skyline chug along smoothly, and we dropped in a new fuel filter for good measure. New valve cover gaskets keep your lubricant internal, and we went ahead and dropped in a new set of spark plugs while we were in there. A delightful platform to own and maintain, parts are abundant for this 2.5 I6 and the turbo delivers plenty of grunt to propel you around town. Shifts are smooth from the 5 speed manual gearbox and no grinds or pop outs are present. Power is shot directly to the rear wheels, and Tein coilover suspension helps keep you planted on the road. To assist the drivetrain, we replaced the sway bar links and bushings up front, as well as the rear inner HICAS arms. This R33 also stops on a dime, and we installed new GKTech braided brake hoses all the way around. Further assisting handling, stopping power, and overall comfort, the Enkeis were wrapped in fresh rubber. Knee deep in tread, they’ll keep you planted to the pavement for tens of thousands of miles to come!

*California Residents: In order to register a Grey Market vehicle in the state of California then it will have to be made CARB compliant first. CARB certifications will have to be performed within the state. Depending on the vehicle and any existing modifications will affect the pricing. Typically CARB compliance will range between 5-10K. Additional information can be found on the California Air Resources Board website.