1996 Nissan Skyline (R33) GT-R V-SPEC - 'World Time Attack Challenge Race Car'

VIN: BCNR33-02121
Auction by Collecting Cars
LocationHills District, NSW
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TransmissionManual
SteeringRight-hand drive

Seller's Notes

A heavily modified and incredibly powerful 'Time Attack' built example of the iconic Nissan R33 GT-R V-Spec. Now powered by a Bullet Billet 3.0L block (3.2L stroker) inline-six engine built by Mostech Race Engines in QLD, delivering 1,157HP at the rear hubs to the rear wheels via an Albins ST6 six-speed sequential transmission. The car was raced at the World Time Attack Challenge 2022 at Sydney Motorsport Park, driven by Aaron Borg, where it came 4th in the Open class. This example has been comprehensively prepared for time attack racing with a full chassis overhaul by Pace Motorsport (V8 Supercar Engineers), making it a potent competition machine for its next owner. Finished in Black over a White interior with a carbon top stage dash, Sparco race seat, racing harnesses, Sparco steering wheel with Sparco quick release, roll cage, on-board fire suppression system (‘Fire Bomb’), and AP air jacks (4-post system) with a wand port integrated into the side window. Equipped with race-specific centre-lock wheels and tyres, with spare sets of centre-lock wheels and Yokohama Advan A050 tyres included. Features custom aerodynamic components including a front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser, custom rear wing setup braced directly into the boot floor, modified front guards/wings, vented bonnet, carbon fiber doors, quick-release rear boot lid, and Lexan rear and side windows. Mechanical highlights include: a CNC race cylinder head (shimless valves and buckets), Supertech dual springs with titanium retainers, OS Giken cam gears, cam & crank trigger kit, Hypertune V2 intake manifold with Bosch 82mm DBW throttle, six Siemens 2,400cc injectors, ATI fuel cell with inbuilt surge tank, brand new Garrett G45-1600 turbo with V-band 1.28 rear housing, 6Boost Pro Mod exhaust manifold with six EGT sensors, Turbosmart wastegate, custom titanium and stainless steel dump pipes, Avaid dry sump pump with Ross Billet 2WD pan, Peterson 3-gallon oil tank, R35 coil conversion, Motec M150 ECU tuned by Phil Armor, Motec PDM 15 & PDM 30, Motec C187 dash with upgraded logging, Motec wideband/Lambda, four Motec shock travel sensors, Motec steering angle sensor, CAN keypad, and fully rewired electricals. Drivetrain and chassis features include: an RWD conversion, Load Cell Motorsport Systems gear knob, custom billet driveshafts, custom alloy tailshaft, Tractive electronic controller shocks, front and rear race-type blade sway bars, custom chromoly control arms, front and rear billet uprights with upgraded wheel bearings, Brembo 6-pot front and 4-pot rear calipers with full-floating brake discs, and an AP Racing pedal box with master cylinder. Accompanied by spare wheels and tyres, specialized tools for centre-lock wheels, air jack bottle, wand, hoses, scales, and equipment needed for racing. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The seller states that it was most recently serviced in February 2023. They report that the car has been serviced regularly for races, with documentation accompanying the vehicle. The R33 GT-R V-Spec is a revered Japanese performance icon, celebrated for its advanced chassis technology and potent turbocharged inline-six engine. This particular example has been comprehensively and dramatically transformed into a dedicated Time Attack car, featuring a hugely powerful 3.2-litre billet engine and professional race preparation. It represents a thrilling opportunity for a motorsport enthusiast to acquire a highly capable and competitive track machine, ready to attack lap records.

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Identity

Year1996
MakeNissan
Model familySkyline
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Model trim(R33) GT-R V-SPEC - 'World Time Attack Challenge Race Car'

Mechanical

Engine3.2L Inline-Six
TransmissionManual
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VINBCNR33-02121

Body & Finish

Vehicle typeAutomobile
Body styleCoupe
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Driver sideRHD
Exterior colourBlack / Livery
Interior colourWhite / Black

The vehicle is recorded in the AutoMarkets database under VIN BCNR33-02121. The car was listed as a 1996 Nissan Skyline and sold via Collecting Cars. AutoMarkets tracks verified auction results, dealerships and private sellers across Australia to provide accurate historical market data.