This Nissan C10 Skyline got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R is said to have remained under long-term ownership in Japan before being imported to the US in 2018, at which time it was acquired by the seller. Finished in silver over black vinyl upholstery, the car is powered by a 2.0-liter S20 inline six that features dual overhead camshafts, 24 valves, and triple Mikuni Solex carburetors. Additional equipment includes a five-speed manual transmission, front disc brakes, four-wheel independent suspension, staggered-width 15” Watanabe magnesium wheels, Michelin TB15 tires, a limited-slip differential, upgraded sway bars, a tubular exhaust manifold, and fixed-back seats. The car was included in the 2019 Japanese Automotive Invitational at Pebble Beach, California, and service performed under current ownership involved overhauling the carburetors and replacing the fuel pump, auxiliary oil cooler, radiator, and ignition components. This KPGC10 Hakosuka GT-R is now offered in California with spare parts, service records, manufacturer’s literature, and a clean South Dakota title in the seller’s name.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

The third generation Skyline was launched in 1968 as an extension of the platform built since the 1950s by the Prince Motor Company, which was absorbed by Nissan in the mid-1960s. In 1969, Nissan debuted the GT-R nameplate on a high-performance variant of the Skyline sedan, which was joined in 1971 by the two-door hardtop coupe. Riding on a wheelbase that is 70mm shorter than its sedan counterpart, the coupe features a stripped-down interior and a 100-liter fuel tank.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

This example is finished in silver and is said to have been repainted under previous ownership. Exterior details include black fender-mounted side mirrors, black rear wheel arch flares, front and rear spoilers, a locking fuel-filler door integrated into the trunk line, twin exhaust outlets, and GT-R badging. A GT-R Owner’s Club badge has been mounted to the front grille. Rock chips and other imperfections can be seen in the gallery below.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

Dark gray-finished 15″ Watanabe magnesium wheels are secured via Watanabe lug nuts and are wrapped in 2020 date-coded Michelin TB15 tires measuring 18/60 up front and 23/62 at the rear. The suspension incorporates a McPherson strut front setup and a semi-trailing-arm rear arrangement, with coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers at each corner. A rear sway bar has been installed along with adjustable rear spring perches and Koni rear shocks. Stopping power is provided by front disc brakes along with drums out back. A set of black-finished 14″ TOPY steel wheels is included and pictured in the gallery below.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

The right-hand drive cabin houses fixed-back bucket seats trimmed in black vinyl with matching upholstery over the rear bench and door panels. Additional features include black rubber floor mats, lap belts, aluminum pedals, and a wooden shift knob. An aftermarket driver’s seat has been installed, and the removed factory seat is included and pictured in the gallery below.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

The three-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of a 240-km/h speedometer and a tachometer with a 7,500-rpm redline flanked by gauges monitoring oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. An aftermarket oil pressure gauge has been installed in place of the clock, and the removed clock will accompany the vehicle. The five-digit odometer shows 28k kilometers (~17k miles), approximately 4k of which were added by the seller.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

The 1,989cc S20 inline-six was a derivative of the engine that powered the Prince R380 race car and features dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, and triple dual-throat Mikuni Solex carburetors. Factory-rated output was 160 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 130 lb-ft of torque at 5,600 rpm. The engine has been fitted with an aftermarket tubular exhaust manifold, a Setrab auxiliary oil cooler, and a Fujitsubo stainless steel exhaust system. Service performed under current ownership involved overhauling the carburetors, installing a Koyo performance radiator, and replacing the ignition control module, spark plugs, and spark plug wires. The car was dyno-tuned by Ed Pink Racing Engines of Van Nuys, California in May 2021, and dyno test results can be seen in the gallery. The seller notes oil leaks.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

Power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. The transmission fluid and differential oil were changed under current ownership.

1971 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

Manufacturer’s literature is included along with Japanese records, service invoices, spare parts, and car show placards.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $211,000 by Waikiki
Auction Ended October 3, 2023 at 10:23AM PT
Bids 70
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Seller: CarlSagan
Location: Los Angeles, California 90068
Listing Details
  • Chassis: KPGC10000667
  • 28k Kilometers (~17k Miles) Shown
  • 2.0-Liter S20 Inline-Six
  • Triple Mikuni-Solex Carburetors
  • Five-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Limited-Slip Differential
  • Silver Paint
  • Black Vinyl Upholstery
  • Fixed-Back Bucket Seats
  • 15" Watanabe Magnesium Wheels
  • Michelin TB15 Tires
  • Front & Rear Spoilers
  • Tubular Exhaust Manifold
  • Auxiliary Oil Cooler
  • Fujitsubo Stainless Steel Exhaust
  • Upgraded Sway Bars
  • Koni Rear Shocks
  • Adjustable Rear Spring Perches
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Spare Parts
  • Service Records
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #122481