Chassis No. BNR34-002082

The turn of the millennium marked a watershed moment in Japanese automotive engineering, and no vehicle embodies this era's spirit quite like the 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R, colloquially known as the R34. As the final generation to carry the Skyline name, the R34 represented the culmination of a legendary lineage that began in 1969 while building on the formidable reputation of its R32 and R33 predecessors. With 2024 making foreign-market vehicles built in 1999 eligible for import to the United States under the 25 year import rule, the R34 GT-R is poised to make its long-awaited entrance into the U.S.-market, promising to ignite a fervor among Japanese performance collectors and enthusiasts alike.

At the heart of this technological tour de force was the venerable “RB26DETT” engine, a 2.6-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six producing a claimed 276 horsepower – a figure long understood to be a gentleman's agreement among Japanese manufacturers rather than a true reflection of its capabilities. This potent engine was mated to a Getrag six-speed manual transmission, a noteworthy upgrade from the five-speed units of its predecessors. The R34 GT-R's advanced ATTESA E-TS (Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All-Terrain) all-wheel-drive system and HICAS (High Capacity Actively Controlled Steering) four-wheel steering setup ensured that its considerable power was translated into unparalleled road-holding and cornering capabilities. Perhaps most emblematic of the R34's forward-thinking design was its Multifunction Display (MFD). This digital interface provided drivers with a wealth of real-time performance data, a feature that was nothing short of revolutionary for its time and foreshadowed the information-rich cockpits of modern supercars.

With just 11,578 units produced across all variants, the R34 GT-R stands as the rarest of the modern Skyline GT-R trilogy. Even rarer still are V-Spec (Victory Specification) examples like the car offered here, equipped with the ATTESA E-TS Pro system and an active limited slip differential at the rear, firmer suspension, and enhanced aerodynamics including front and side splitters as well as a rear carbon fiber air diffuser. These track-focused GT-Rs accounted for just 4,193 examples.

Produced in February 1999, this Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec is a superb example of the highest-performing R34 GT-R variant, presented in Midnight Purple II (LV4) – one of approximately 282 V-Spec GT-Rs finished in this striking color. In addition to its exceptionally rare color scheme, chassis number 002082 is also equipped with optional privacy glass and a Multi AV system, including voice-guided satellite navigation, six speakers, and a CD changer.

Chassis number 002082 was sold new by Nissan Prince Tokyo via their Fuchu agency to its first and only Japanese owner in Tokyo, Japan. The car is accompanied by a large history binder containing a wealth of original documentation, including its maintenance book (containing its first stamp from March 1999), owner's manual, and navigation book. The original PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) form and factory Nissan warranty paperwork for dealer options are also present. The car's service history is exceptionally well-documented, with its maintenance book showing the first and second annual services having taken place by 2001. From 2003 onwards, the car underwent Japan's biannual inspections (MOT), with records for each inspection on file. This meticulous documentation showcases a life of careful maintenance throughout its time in Japan.

In 2024, the GT-R was imported to the United States under new ownership. Upon arrival, the Skyline received a comprehensive service at Toprank Importers, including the replacement of the timing belt and water pump, overhauling the clutch (including replacement of the slave cylinder), a fluids change, and more – invoices for which are on file. Paint meter readings are consistent throughout the vehicle, suggesting that it retains its coveted original Midnight Purple II paint. The interior also appears to be original, further attesting to the car's exceptional preservation.

With its long-term common Japanese ownership, comprehensive documentation, and rare color scheme, this Skyline GT-R V-Spec is an exceptional example of Nissan's iconic supercar. Now showing 109,851 kilometers (approximately 68,258 miles) at the time of cataloging, this Skyline GT-R V-Spec offers not just an opportunity to experience zenith of 20th-century Japanese performance engineering, but a chance to own a rare V-Spec variant that has, until now, remained the stuff of legend for many enthusiasts.