Where does someone go to get a Nissan Skyline GTR in SG?

[AS1]

Thanks in advance.

[skyline34_]

you have to get it 2nd hand. And I believe a R34 GT-R will easily cost in excess of 200K, if you can find a willing seller that is.

[Kozato]

R32 is cheaper though. If you are lucky, you can find one BNR32 for less than S$100,00. But BNR34 are expensive. Or you can always wait for the Nissan GTR.

[AS1]

you have to get it 2nd hand. And I believe a R34 GT-R will easily cost in excess of 200K, if you can find a willing seller that is.
so no dealer who can bring in GTR locally?

I was told there is a 4 door version that mirrors the design, can someone confirm.

[xiao`meow]

so no dealer who can bring in GTR locally?

I was told there is a 4 door version that mirrors the design, can someone confirm.
If you're looking for a 1st hand Skyline GTR, den you're out of your luck. The previous GTR had ceased production in 2002, with the new Nissan GTR coming to replace it.

Only way is to look for it at 2nd hand shops or www.sgcarmart.com . Don't keep your hopes too high as well. And importing in the old skyline GTRs now is definitely out of the question, since according to LTA rules
* You can only import cars that are less than 3 years of age.
* The age of a used vehicle is valid from the date of its first registration in a foreign country.
* If you cannot ascertain the first registration date of the vehicle, then the age of your vehicle will be deemed to be valid from the first day of its manufacture.
* All modifications made to your car must be properly certified, and can only be carried out by the manufacturer or an agent authorised by the manufacturer.
* Your car must use unleaded petrol.
* Your car must use CFC-free air conditioners
* Your car must pass an inspection at any authorised inspection centres.

If you're looking for 1st hand, the only way is to wait for Nissan to release their new GTR and for parallel importers to bring it in.

[AS1]

If you're looking for a 1st hand Skyline GTR, den you're out of your luck. The previous GTR had ceased production in 2002, with the new Nissan GTR coming to replace it.

Only way is to look for it at 2nd hand shops or www.sgcarmart.com . Don't keep your hopes too high as well. And importing in the old skyline GTRs now is definitely out of the question, since according to LTA rules


If you're looking for 1st hand, the only way is to wait for Nissan to release their new GTR and for parallel importers to bring it in.
dont know about that website but would this be a good deal?

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2Eznc0VY-1096.html

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2EnQzwkY-1008.html

[xiao`meow]

dont know about that website but would this be a good deal?

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2Eznc0VY-1096.html

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2EnQzwkY-1008.html
Sorry, can't really advise you about the price as I'm not too sure of the market rate for this car.

But if you're really getting a 2nd hand car, especially a COE car, be prepared for potential repairs that you may have to do when you 1st get it. You will never know what the previous owner did to the car, nor how he pushed its limits. And the tax structure for cars more than 10 years old (AKA COE cars) are higher than normal as well.

[AS1]

is there any faq on this?

what is the best that can happen?

what usually happens?

whats the worst that can happen?

after buy, do what?

any mechanic recommended to give repair suggestions if any?

[xiao`meow]

No specific FAQ but you can look at the posts in this forum's FAQ and www.onemotoring.com.sg to get a rough idea.

[skyline34_]

dont know about that website but would this be a good deal?

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2Eznc0VY-1096.html

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2EnQzwkY-1008.html


Oh... those are not GT-Rs, they are just 4 Door R34 Skylines.

Anyway, do think twice about buying such cars. They are pretty and I personally love those tail lights :D. But... it's not going to be cheap. I mean the price tag may seem okay but if you consider the age of the car, the wear and tear, resale value etc etc, it doesn't make good economic sense.

Unless you are a huge fan of Skylines, it'd be better to get a brand new Corolla or Lancer.

[skyline34_]

If you're looking for a 1st hand Skyline GTR, den you're out of your luck. The previous GTR had ceased production in 2002, with the new Nissan GTR coming to replace it.

Only way is to look for it at 2nd hand shops or www.sgcarmart.com . Don't keep your hopes too high as well. And importing in the old skyline GTRs now is definitely out of the question, since according to LTA rules


If you're looking for 1st hand, the only way is to wait for Nissan to release their new GTR and for parallel importers to bring it in.

I believe the Nissan GT-R will make its way here via the official channel, ie Tan Chong. This new GT-R will be available globally according to Carlos Ghosn.

[tarui04]

4door skylines are GTS

there are GTRs which are top of the line and GTT.

1 visible difference is the Gon the bumper.
GTR have 1 red and 1 white.
2.6L twin turbo

GTT have 2 white lights.
single turbo 2.5L


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_skylinehttp://www.cycloneinjapan.com/upload/files/43/Car_Pics/GTT_2.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d19/calvinteh/DSC03448.jpg

http://www.cycloneinjapan.com/upload/files/43/Car_Pics/GTT_2.jpg

[xiao`meow]

I believe the Nissan GT-R will make its way here via the official channel, ie Tan Chong. This new GT-R will be available globally according to Carlos Ghosn.
I don't think so.
They didn't even take in the new Skyline. But I guess gotta wait to find out.

[international]

1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR V-SPEC BLUE

Asking price: $ 59,990NZD
Kilometres: 54,490km

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/66/51210866_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/78/51210878_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/63/51210863_full.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/auction-121958605.htm?key=899185

[dragoon20005]

too bad its a v-spec 1 not v-spec 2 coz v-spec 2 has four wheel steering to prevent understeering at high speed.

[skyline34_]

1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR V-SPEC BLUE

Asking price: $ 59,990NZD
Kilometres: 54,490km

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/66/51210866_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/78/51210878_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/63/51210863_full.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/auction-121958605.htm?key=899185


sweeet..... if only R34 GTRs are as affordable here... :(

[skyline34_]

too bad its a v-spec 1 not v-spec 2 coz v-spec 2 has four wheel steering to prevent understeering at high speed.

I find your comment very amusing.

Most folks will be happy with a GT-R, V Spec or not. Hell, even a GTT or GTS would put a wide smile on any skyline fan.

[international]

I find your comment very amusing.

Most folks will be happy with a GT-R, V Spec or not. Hell, even a GTT or GTS would put a wide smile on any skyline fan.
Its ok...some people in this world just want to be cocky little fucks...naturally for those who aint just get used to them.

[AS1]

damn. Tan Chong not bringing in and i dont really trust parallel import.

Is there any other options?

[international]

damn. Tan Chong not bringing in and i dont really trust parallel import.

Is there any other options?
Have you ever considered getting engine from Japan or New Zealand and put it into a late model S15 or other cars to get the same kind of power? or are you just keen for the overall package?

[Kozato]

damn. Tan Chong not bringing in and i dont really trust parallel import.

Is there any other options?

No other options. PI is your only choice. For me if I really want the car, I will still go through PI.

[xiao`meow]

damn. Tan Chong not bringing in and i dont really trust parallel import.

Is there any other options?
u refering to the new Nissan GTR or old Skyline GTR?
if old one, dun bother looking for 1st hand, it's been out of production for a long time

Have you ever considered getting engine from Japan or New Zealand and put it into a late model S15 or other cars to get the same kind of power? or are you just keen for the overall package?
This kind of mod will most likely get you in trouble with the local authorities here in Singapore.

They're kinda strict on car mods.

[skyline34_]

u refering to the new Nissan GTR or old Skyline GTR?
if old one, dun bother looking for 1st hand, it's been out of production for a long time


This kind of mod will most likely get you in trouble with the local authorities here in Singapore.

They're kinda strict on car mods.

ya, R34s have been out of production for a few years already.

AS1, from what I see, you are still pretty clueless about Skylines. May I ask why the sudden interest in this car?

Just curious, anyone knows how many R34 GT-R are there in sg? I saw a blue one at ayer rajah crescent a few months back. I'm guessing there's less than 10 of them.

[international]

u refering to the new Nissan GTR or old Skyline GTR?
if old one, dun bother looking for 1st hand, it's been out of production for a long time


This kind of mod will most likely get you in trouble with the local authorities here in Singapore.

They're kinda strict on car mods.
I myself isnt so sure about the SG laws. I have heard that engine modifications are pretty tight.

As mentioned before, engine swaps are quite a common practice especially in Japanese cars where the parts are widely avaliable as well as custom fabrications on some more specific parts.

A very common transplant as been putting RB26DETT pairing it up with a RB25DET gearbox into R32s or PS13 for driving uses.

Since R32 GTR is an illegal car to be driven on NZ roads, a lot of people take advantage and buy R32 GTRs at a good price, and source only the engine and gearbox and simply mating those parts onto a R32 GTS/GTS-T which all have similar if not the same engine mounts. R32 GTR is illegal due to the safety requirements, if I recall correctly, it was due to the pedestrian safety test which the R32 GTR failed.

[ngbernie]

dont know about that website but would this be a good deal?

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2Eznc0VY-1096.html

http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2EnQzwkY-1008.html

all the R34s in sgcarmart are AT, only 1 R32 manual. altho there was 1 GTR recently sold close to 200k SGD (but the lights seem to be non-gtr according to the other bro's analysis) http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2EzfSkX-1059.html.

for the GTR price range (couple of hundred Ks), there are many super-cars you can get... if u really want to get a GTR, u r better off waiting for the new one to come in than a 2nd hand one. PIs are ok, just have to know which ones are better/more reputable. otherwise, you'll have to make do with S15/350Zs if u really want a nissan.

[international]

I dont really want to sound like a jerk or anything but for 200K, you can purchase a Ferrari in NZ.

As mentioned before there is a R34 GTR in NZ for 59K NZD which is only a mere $64560.71 SGD. With that purchase, surely it would be far more affordable to get it then imported into SG. I know there is usually an application fee involved but surely it would be lower than 200K SGD...

[mostwanted]

haha fer that much you can get a lancer ex here..thats it...lol international your soo lucky...well a lamborghini costs arnd 150K in usa...here is abt 700,000 if im not wrong...:fryingpan

[xiao`meow]

I dont really want to sound like a jerk or anything but for 200K, you can purchase a Ferrari in NZ.

As mentioned before there is a R34 GTR in NZ for 59K NZD which is only a mere $64560.71 SGD. With that purchase, surely it would be far more affordable to get it then imported into SG. I know there is usually an application fee involved but surely it would be lower than 200K SGD...
wow, for that price, U can only get a 2nd gen honda Fit 1.3G here.

[international]

haha fer that much you can get a lancer ex here..thats it...lol international your soo lucky...well a lamborghini costs arnd 150K in usa...here is abt 700,000 if im not wrong...:fryingpan
Yes, I do feel a little sorry for people who love cars but live in SG. Cars in New Zealand are sure cheap. There is also no fuel tax based on the capacity of the engine. Instead tax is combined into the fuel which accounts to about 40% of the price.

Do anyone know what are the process of importing cars into SG are? Would SG government imply an import tax on the estimated value of the car? even if it was personally imported? What I mean is, regardless of who imports the car should it be personal or company, the cars are evaluated and taxed just as high, therefore there is no advantage of importing the car yourself overseas at a cheaper price because at the end, you still get taxed more so you end up with a cost that is just as same as buying local.

Excuse me to putting it in such a twisted manner but my mind doesnt seem to be too straight tonight.

You know you can buy a "road legal" car for about $500SGD...*if you were in NZ.

Seriously if anyone is keen, you may want to purchase a car in NZ, store it in my private garage which current house my two BMWs, come to NZ for a weekend, stay at my beach from villa, Ill be your personal guide around showing you the best roads etc...go back, work and come back next month or something....sounds like a plan? :P

[skyline34_]

I dont really want to sound like a jerk or anything but for 200K, you can purchase a Ferrari in NZ.

As mentioned before there is a R34 GTR in NZ for 59K NZD which is only a mere $64560.71 SGD. With that purchase, surely it would be far more affordable to get it then imported into SG. I know there is usually an application fee involved but surely it would be lower than 200K SGD...

I'm sure alot of Skyline fan would have taken that route if it was Legal. Sadly, it's not. In Singapore, import of cars older than 3 years is illegal.

The last production GT-R was in 2002, that being the VSpec II Nur. Nismo did come up with 20 hand built Z-Tune R34 GT-R in 2004 but those 20 cars were not new production cars.

So there you have, NO chance of getting a GT-R imported.

[international]

I'm sure alot of Skyline fan would have taken that route if it was Legal. Sadly, it's not. In Singapore, import of cars older than 3 years is illegal.

The last production GT-R was in 2002, that being the VSpec II Nur. Nismo did come up with 20 hand built Z-Tune R34 GT-R in 2004 but those 20 cars were not new production cars.

So there you have, NO chance of getting a GT-R imported.
I will be a little tricky here and be a little naughty. Bending the rules a little...

Purchase a 2006/2007/2008 Nissan 350Z in NZ. Ditch the crusty V6. Source a RB26DETT from wreckers if possible, get hold of a red top instead of the blue top, refurbish the engine, maybe consider changing the cam heads, forged internals and other small bits and pieces not so easily avaliable in SG. You may also want to consider changing to larger turbos or a single large MoFo turbo while the engine is being built. Get the engine mounted into the 350Z along with the RB26DETT gearbox with a larger clutch package depending on the extra power. This would require some custom fabrications on engine mounts, gearbox and other bla bla things which isnt a problem in NZ.

This is the "bending" part of things...Get the car certified once everything is done. This process is not complex nor strict. As long as the car runs and the that the car actually functions and you basically pay a bribe fee of $800NZD which is about $900SGD.

Once that is done, your RB26DETT powered 350Z is now offically road legal. So rather than a 350Z you actually have a 260Z.

Anyways, you go and request a car to be imported into SG. As with the car, the age of the car would be in the 3 year requirement therefore comply with the 3 year old requirement. You would still register the car as a 350Z and as a 2006 production model...would that make things work?

[skyline34_]

I will be a little tricky here and be a little naughty. Bending the rules a little...

Purchase a 2006/2007/2008 Nissan 350Z in NZ. Ditch the crusty V6. Source a RB26DETT from wreckers if possible, get hold of a red top instead of the blue top, refurbish the engine, maybe consider changing the cam heads, forged internals and other small bits and pieces not so easily avaliable in SG. You may also want to consider changing to larger turbos or a single large MoFo turbo while the engine is being built. Get the engine mounted into the 350Z along with the RB26DETT gearbox with a larger clutch package depending on the extra power. This would require some custom fabrications on engine mounts, gearbox and other bla bla things which isnt a problem in NZ.

This is the "bending" part of things...Get the car certified once everything is done. This process is not complex nor strict. As long as the car runs and the that the car actually functions and you basically pay a bribe fee of $800NZD which is about $900SGD.

Once that is done, your RB26DETT powered 350Z is now offically road legal. So rather than a 350Z you actually have a 260Z.

Anyways, you go and request a car to be imported into SG. As with the car, the age of the car would be in the 3 year requirement therefore comply with the 3 year old requirement. You would still register the car as a 350Z and as a 2006 production model...would that make things work?

Haha, that is quite an idea. :D

But in Sg, cars older than 3 years have to undergo an inspection to have its road tax renewed. So this souped up 350Z will need to undergo an inspection in 2009. I don't think the authorities will be amused to see a RB26DETT under the hood.

Sigh.....

[international]

Haha, that is quite an idea. :D

But in Sg, cars older than 3 years have to undergo an inspection to have its road tax renewed. So this souped up 350Z will need to undergo an inspection in 2009. I don't think the authorities will be amused to see a RB26DETT under the hood.

Sigh.....
Bro...I was also thinking about this and I have also have another way out...

I know this is some illegal stuff but should work.

You import two 350Z at the same time. When the 2009 period comes to inspection, you take in the stock 350Z. Which will have the same VIN, Engine Serial and everything else as the RB26DETT 350Z.

I know someone who can do chassis number changes and has done it for several cars including changing a R32 GTR into a R32 GTS numbers. R32 GTR is illegal but R32 GTS is legal...quite strange....

[international]

Nissan 350Z Track 2005
Asking price: $39,950 Or Near Offer
Kilometres: 22,400km

* Serviced by Nissan main dealers
* Balance of manufacturer warranty (over a year left)
* Low 22,400Kms
* Excellent condition inside and out, much loved car kept in garage
* WOF and Rego good for another 6 months
* Just serviced - wont be due another for 6 months

This 2005 350Z Track Edition has:
* 300hp V6 Engine (religiously filled with 98RON fuel)
* 5 speed tiptronic transmission
* VDC (electronic traction control system) - can be switched off
* Brembo racing brakes
* 18" Alloy wheels - all in great condition
* Electric adjustable seats
* Heated driver and passenger seats - nice!
* Heated mirrors
* Cruise control
* Climate control air conditioning
* BOSE 7 speaker 6 CD Changer/Radio/Cassette
* Remote central locking (2 key fobs)

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/7/54505707_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/46/54505746_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/73/54505773_full.jpg

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/92/54505892_full.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/auction-127500110.htm?key=3032

[skyline34_]

Bro...I was also thinking about this and I have also have another way out...

I know this is some illegal stuff but should work.

You import two 350Z at the same time. When the 2009 period comes to inspection, you take in the stock 350Z. Which will have the same VIN, Engine Serial and everything else as the RB26DETT 350Z.

I know someone who can do chassis number changes and has done it for several cars including changing a R32 GTR into a R32 GTS numbers. R32 GTR is illegal but R32 GTS is legal...quite strange....

Haha, you're quite the rule bender :D

[international]

Haha, you're quite the rule bender :D
Its solvable...:P

Look bro.

Subaru Impreza WRX 2007 = $39,990NZD = $40K~ SGD
Mitsubishi Lancer GSR EVO 9 2005 = $42,995 = around $50K~ SGD

[skyline34_]

Its solvable...:P

Look bro.

Subaru Impreza WRX 2007 = $39,990NZD = $40K~ SGD
Mitsubishi Lancer GSR EVO 9 2005 = $42,995 = around $50K~ SGD

Just curious, how much is a SL55 over in NZ?

[bozo]

Bro...I was also thinking about this and I have also have another way out...

I know this is some illegal stuff but should work.

You import two 350Z at the same time. When the 2009 period comes to inspection, you take in the stock 350Z. Which will have the same VIN, Engine Serial and everything else as the RB26DETT 350Z.

I know someone who can do chassis number changes and has done it for several cars including changing a R32 GTR into a R32 GTS numbers. R32 GTR is illegal but R32 GTS is legal...quite strange....

what happens when they want to check the chassis for the other 350Z? They will want to see both cars coming in. After all, rego is done when the car comes in.

And the people at VICOM are very very good at doing their jobs, as opposed to dodgy WOF inspectors.

[international]

what happens when they want to check the chassis for the other 350Z? They will want to see both cars coming in. After all, rego is done when the car comes in.

And the people at VICOM are very very good at doing their jobs, as opposed to dodgy WOF inspectors.
Sorry. I meant both cars come in with different chassis numbers. But we change the chassis number when we get into SG. Simple. Run the engine dead and do a replacement to make sense that there was a reason for different engine serial than to the chassis. Done...I hope...

[international]

Just curious, how much is a SL55 over in NZ?
Mercedes-benz SL55 AMG 2002
24,800km on the clock and will need you to fork out $160,000 at least but that car is considered a very low K.

Mercedes-benz SL55 AMG 2003
Its nacked down 37,000km but its asking price is $131,000 which is quite a good deal.

But there isnt a whole great deal of SL55 on the market at the moment. I mean there are other far better options such as:

Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG V8 2007 which has only done a mere 6,500km which is pretty much near new and would set you back for about $179,995...

All the prices are in NZD *1 New Zealand dollar = 1.10081877 Singapore dollars

[skyline34_]

Mercedes-benz SL55 AMG 2002
24,800km on the clock and will need you to fork out $160,000 at least but that car is considered a very low K.

Mercedes-benz SL55 AMG 2003
Its nacked down 37,000km but its asking price is $131,000 which is quite a good deal.

But there isnt a whole great deal of SL55 on the market at the moment. I mean there are other far better options such as:

Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG V8 2007 which has only done a mere 6,500km which is pretty much near new and would set you back for about $179,995...

All the prices are in NZD *1 New Zealand dollar = 1.10081877 Singapore dollars

Oh man... a SL55 AMG for under SGD 150k?

Sigh, that amount can only get me an IS250 here. :(

[international]

Oh man... a SL55 AMG for under SGD 150k?

Sigh, that amount can only get me an IS250 here. :(
IS250 is only about 70K~

[skyline34_]

IS250 is only about 70K~

Haha, cut me some slack man.. I'm already feeling aggrieved at the prices of cars you get over in NZ. :fryingpan

[international]

Haha, cut me some slack man.. I'm already feeling aggrieved at the prices of cars you get over in NZ. :fryingpan
Do feel free to come to NZ...its close to SG...:D

[mostwanted]

haha..don worry bro im comin thr...:hat1:

[tmfwy]

To the original threadstarter

A Skyline when new, will cost roughly around thr $250,000 to $300,000 range, going by its yen peice. Don't worry about this, coz there definitely will be parallel importers bringing the new GTR in. However the 3.8 litre engine..........

A used Skyline R34 will cost under $100,000 check in SGCarmart, but take extra care when dealing with an outlet starting with E and end with D....
Also, check the validity of the COE. You can only loan up to the Remaining value of the COE - 1 year.

Having said that, your road tax will be $2.1k and going up by 10% yearly
Your fuel consumption will be 6 - 8km/l. Heavily zhnged can be as low as 4km/l.
You will also be challenged by many cars on the road, so don't bother getting an auto....

If you're still undetered, then I congratulate your determination and hope to see a Skyline owner in VRZ. :)

PS: The 350Z doesn't come close to a Skyline! :)
I too was was considering the R34 but took the easy way out, after doing the maths.. :)

[Levin]

http://sg.auctions.yahoo.com/sg/i:Nissan%20Skyline%20R34%20rental%2Frent%28Silvia%2CS15%2CSports%2CWRX%29:244146290

[NightRaven]

I dont really want to sound like a jerk or anything but for 200K, you can purchase a Ferrari in NZ.

As mentioned before there is a R34 GTR in NZ for 59K NZD which is only a mere $64560.71 SGD. With that purchase, surely it would be far more affordable to get it then imported into SG. I know there is usually an application fee involved but surely it would be lower than 200K SGD...


haha dude arnt cars in nz way cheaper than that! like bmw for 5k? :D

[international]

haha dude arnt cars in nz way cheaper than that! like bmw for 5k? :D
You can get a 1989 E30 BMW 325i in mint condition, 100,000 on the clock for $3000...fully street legal...

Or even a cheaper deal, 1983 Toyota Corolla DX mild condition, needs a few DIY fixes, 170,000Ks for $300...once again, street legal...

[hotmailer]

? new GTR come out alr, buy that one la. the papers got advertise, 7:38 @ the nurburgring.

[bozo]

? new GTR come out alr, buy that one la. the papers got advertise, 7:38 @ the nurburgring.

auto places initial estimates for new GTR costing at NZ$160k, and following the general trend (nz cars cost half of sg cars), its easily S$280-320k.


at that point, a porsche would a lot more attractive on sg roads (style>substance)

[international]

auto places initial estimates for new GTR costing at NZ$160k, and following the general trend (nz cars cost half of sg cars), its easily S$280-320k.


at that point, a porsche would a lot more attractive on sg roads (style>substance)
I was talking to a Nissan sales and he has informed me that NZ will get JDM stock, straight from Japan Nissan dealers rather than through Nissan.

Strange I thought....but R35 was not inteaded to be in NZ....

[kool]

Garage R will be bringing in the new Skyline. They've sold 2 so far. Thread starter, you can check them out. Garage R is reasonably establised with a lot of business in after market parts.