c.1995 Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R V-Spec N1 Group N Competition Coupé
Nissan Skyline IX (R33)
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Chassis No.: BCNR33-021111
Estimate: £100,000 - £120,000 GBP
- Extensive competition history in Japan
- Raced under the FK Massimo Falken banner
- Dry stored since last raced in 1997
- Highly original (including engine)
The Group N/Super Taikyu R33 GT-Rs were prepared and maintained by NISMO, with Shift Point providing significant support. Despite not being entered under the factory banner (due to regulations), the cars were built to high standards and received top-quality care.
The racing R33 GT-R was based on the BCNR33 N1 production model, but with differences. N1 regulations permitted modifications to the air intake, exhaust, fuel system, boost pressure, camshafts, fuel and ignition maps, suspension and brakes. Engine internals, turbochargers and intercooler had to remain stock.
The R33 N1 boot looked very much like that of the Group A R32, containing external fuel pumps and a surge tank to avoid interruption of the fuel supply during high G-loads.
All N1 cars had a free-flow exhaust, and some used a dual-exhaust system from the turbos (as on this FK Massimo GT-R). To combat excess heat, oil coolers for the engine, transmission and drivetrain components were installed on all cars.
On average, the N1 R33 had a 450PS (443.8bhp) engine and weighed 1389kg. The cockpit was stripped; power locks and power windows removed; and the roll cage from the racing R33 installed, increasing the rigidity of the chassis. Suspension components were upgraded: springs, shock absorber bushings, anti-roll bars and links.
The first race of the 1995 racing season was disappointing: all six R33s had mechanical problems and an R32 won the race. However, from the next race onwards the R33s were dominant, winning all but one of the races (27 in total) in the 1995, '96, '97 and '98 N1 racing seasons before they were replaced by the R34 GT-R.
Starting from the 1997 N1 racing season, aerodynamic parts were permitted. The immediate reaction of most teams was to fit a large high-mounted rear wing. To maintain the aerodynamic balance, all teams installed low front air dams and splitters, Alternative brake parts were also allowed later.
In the Super N1 Taikyu Championship in 1996 and 1997, the Prince Chiba GT-R Falken (drivers Hisashil Yokoshima/Hironori Takeuchi) was dominant and won the Championship title. Second was the FK Massimo Falken GT-R (drivers Takayuki Kinoshita/Tetsuya Kawasaki), and third was the Endless Advan GT-R (Mitsuhiro Kinoshita/Yasushi Kikuchi). Notable achievements included the following:
- 1st place: Super Taikyu Nicos Cup Tokahchi 24 hour Race N1-Class Winner (27-28.07.1996)
- 3rd place: Super Taikyu Sugo Super N1 Endurance 500km race N1-Class (24.08.1997)
- 1st place at the 1997 Fuji Speedway Super Taikyu 6 hour super Endurance race N1-Class (23.11.1997) There are many videos documenting the car's races/victories (available on YouTube). It also comes with the original trophies that were awarded to the FK Massimo team. What makes this GT-R even more special is that an R33 V-Spec N1 base car was used for the build, which makes it one of only 22 Series 2 V-Spec N1 GT-R's in the world.
The car is in its original 1997 Phase 2 race specification: its engine, drivetrain, suspension, interior and exterior are exactly as they were when it was racing in the Super Taikyu series. The N1 GT-R teams were loaned a Nismo programmed ECU, which had to be returned once the cars had retired. The only other modification made was to the fuel system, which had deteriorated and was no longer serviceable. In 1997, teams were allowed to alter the aero of the cars but this one also comes with the original 1996 Version 1 full aero/wheel package, together with other spares including a gearbox, multiple driveshafts and a radiator.
Towards the end of 2022, the GT-R was serviced by a reputable race shop in Japan before being shipped to the UK. All fluids have been changed, and a new fuel cell, fuel pumps, filters, fuel lines, and injectors have been fitted/cleaned, with a flow check and specification sheet included. Full details of this major service are on file also.
The vendor advises us that the original engine has remained in excellent condition, running smoothly and without any smoke, a real testament to the quality of Nissan/Nismo's engineering.
The chance to own a Nissan Skyline GT-R with a rich motor sport history is a rare opportunity. These cars are seldom available for sale, making this offering a wonderful addition to any collector's portfolio.
