1980 RHD JDM Nissan Skyline 2000GT ES Turbo!

[zbane]

Finally, a legal Skyline on ebay! Reserve set a 9 grand, perhaps a sign of cars to come?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RHD-JDM-Nissan-Skyline-2000GT-ES-Turbo-US-Legal_W0QQitemZ120065349810QQihZ002QQcategoryZ6392QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[sblake01]

Yeah. It's legal because the seller says so? Remember, this is eBay.

[Victor Laury]

Maybe in Carolina, But in Kalifornia, that 1983 skyline is not going to get tagged. Although, it would be alright for it's FJ20DET to find it's way into my 510

[sakijo]

According to NHTSA, it's legal because of the "over 25 years old" rule. However, some Communist states that have strict emissions laws may preclude registration there. It would be a go here in Hawaii.

[Alfadog]

Maybe in Carolina, But in Kalifornia, that 1983 skyline is not going to get tagged. Although, it would be alright for it's FJ20DET to find it's way into my 510

Not likely Vic! It's a c210 not r30 - still the old L series in there

[Victor Laury]

Spoil Sport.

C210 2000GT ES Turbo? L20ET?

[Arne]

Hmm, less than 60 miles away. If it wasn't the holidays I'd try to arrange a visit.

FYI - no problems licensing it here in Oregon, either.

[Mr Camouflage]

Spoil Sport.

C210 2000GT ES Turbo? L20ET?

Yep. L20ET. Not a much of a performace motor.

FJ20 was in the R30, they are getting old and harder to find parts for. Better off using a SR20 than an FJ, as they are newer and parts are easier to get.

Also the Ebay ad says "Possibly the only one of its type in USA" - Its not the only C210 in the USA 77Japan has one

http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18484&highlight=vegas

[akwikz]

It's kind of a cool car, but $9k is crazy. That body style is not all that popular in Japan these days and can be had for pretty cheap. Especially one that plain. There appears to be no performance mods on it. These were sold in Aus. as well, so I know one can be had down there for a lot less. Anytime you are looking at non-U.S. cars, keep this in mind; Customs fees and duties from either Japan or Aus. will run you about $500 or so. Shipping from Japan is typically $1k and from Aus it is $2k. So, subtract these fees from anyones selling price and you get an idea for what they are asking for the car. Especially if the car has not been registered here yet, as is the case with this car. So, he is looking to get $7500 for the car. I can almost guarantee you I could find an equal or better one for $3k-$4k at the most. I think this might be the same guy trying to sell the '71 Skyline on e-bay right now for $30k too. That is another car that has a unrealistic price tag on it. $30k will get you a practically perfect/restored KGC10. The one in that ad is maybe worth $18k at the most. Just something to think about.

Brian

[76Datsun280z]

Says he's got a couple of 600hp Fairlady's Z's, sure like to see those.

[Mr Camouflage]

Yeah those cars aren't worth anything in Aus either. Though, we never officially got the turbo models.

[theianmonster]

I want it, plain and simple.