1984 Nissan Skyline R30 GTX

Coming to market after its journey to Belfast, where it is currently located, this 1984 Nissan Skyline 2.8 presents a rare opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Having initially made its way from South Africa in 2023, the vendor reports it spent several years in the Datsun & Nissan Heritage Museum, and there is a letter in the Documents section stating this. The Skyline has remained unregistered since it arrived in Belfast, which means that the winning bidder will have the privilege of becoming the first registered keeper outside of South Africa, adding to the uniqueness of this example.

In preparation for its next custodian, the Skyline has undergone some minor works to ensure it is in excellent condition and ready to be enjoyed. This is a rare chance to acquire an iconic and highly desirable Nissan Skyline 2.8 – an opportunity not to be missed.

The Skyline presents well, and for 1984, the bodywork appears to be in good condition, which is obviously helped by South Africa's warm, dry climate. The car has been repainted at some point, as evidenced by small amounts of overspray around the door handles and some of the window trims. The colour plate under the bonnet also suggests that the grey interior and white two-tone exterior are original, remaining period correct.

Starting at the front of the car, the front spoiler and body kit look to be in good condition. The car does have the later-style three-slat grille, and both headlights are free from any chips or cracks; however, the reflectors do look like they have tarnished a little.

Looking down the flanks of the Skyline, there don’t appear to be any dings or dents to mention. The side mouldings look in good condition, and the RS 12-valve SOHC decals are in place. The windows do have some age-related scratches, mainly noticed on the door windows, and the windscreen does have a minor chip that the vendor has addressed, by the use of automotive glass repairers, inserting anti crack spread prevention paste on the passenger side. There is also a piece missing from the nearside door mirror.

At the rear end, featuring what has become iconic amongst the Skyline models, the afterburner lights have a small split in one of the nearside lenses. The trim above the bumper has been refitted with some screws and is slightly distorted, and there is a corner piece missing from the boot lip—all parts which could be sourced.

The original wheels have been replaced with deep-dish six-spoke alloy wheels. These are generally in good condition with just a few minor marks. The vehicle will be supplied with a set of new 17inch gold alloys with new tyres, similar to the original factor alloys.

Like stepping back in time, the Skyline’s interior remains in its original condition. The grey material seats do have some wear in keeping with the age of the car, while the rear seat is in good condition with no signs of damage. Both door cards are in reasonably good condition, with just some light staining and a small amount of sagging to the material.

The dashboard is free from splits or cracks, and the instruments are working correctly. The odometer shows a reading of 138,494 kilometres. The switchgear has some light age-related wear, and a couple of the window switch surrounds have split, but all are reported to be working correctly. In place is a double-width - yes, double-width (it’s not very often you see one of those!) - Pioneer radio and cassette player (proper 80's).

The grey carpets are in good condition, with just a small amount of wear on the driver's heel pad, and would benefit from a deep clean. Inside, the boot is in the same condition, and the spare wheel is present with a partially worn tyre.

Fitted with a super smooth straight-six 2.8-litre L-Series engine, the vendor reports that the vehicle benefits from a factory fitted mild racing cam and free flow exhaust system, having the ability to have reached over 170 BHP on a dyno. The Skyline starts on the button and runs with no issues. Several parts have been fitted, which are documented in the paperwork section.

The car is said to drive as it should, and the five-speed gearbox has a smooth change. There is an invoice for upper and lower ball joints along with brake calliper repair kits and new brake pads. The vendor reports the car comes to a stop in a straight line with no juddering through the pedal.

Looking at the underside of the car, this presents well with minimal signs of surface corrosion on the floor and suspension components.

With the car spending several years in a museum and also coming from South Africa, the history is quite sparse. What is present is the registration document from South Africa, along with several invoices for parts purchased and work carried out over the past couple of years. As mentioned earlier, there is also a letter from the Datsun & Nissan Heritage Museum stating that the Skyline was purchased from them in 2022. The vendor tells us the museum is willing to assist with any enquires if needed in respect of the vehicle.

The main point for anyone in the UK buying the car is that the Skyline does have a NOVA certificate, so it is ready to be registered with the DVLA with no issues from HM Revenue & Customs.

A desirable JDM classic which, for its age, looks to be in good order with just some minor cosmetic blemishes to the exterior and interior. This makes it the perfect base for anybody wanting to take it to the next level or simply enjoy this Japanese classic as it is.

We estimate this usable example from JDM classic will fetch in the region of £18,000 to £22,000.

Viewing is strongly encouraged, and this particular car is located with the vendor in Belfast, Northern Ireland. To arrange an appointment to inspect this vehicle, please use the ‘Enquire About This Vehicle’ button on the listing. Feel free to ask any questions, or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.