Equipment
1990/160hp, three 2-barrel Weber carbs, 5-speed, alloy wheels, dual wing mirrors, racing cams, racing manifold, stainless steel exhaust, aluminum radiator, Nardi steering wheel, books and tools.
Condition
One of 832 sedans, which are rarer than the two-doors. Featured on Jay Leno''s garage. Very good paint, but the window seals appear old. The bumpers and trim are generally good. The deck lid badging as well as the front and rear GT-R badges appear to have been repainted by an amateur. The underbody is clean and restored and the interior shows little use. The engine bay is nearly spotless and features light, tasteful mods. Never restored because it never needed to be, but got major attention when necessary and a series of modifications.
Market commentary
A post-block concluded transaction, this is a largely unassisted analog high performance sedan with impeccable credentials, the 300 SEL 6.9 of Japanese sedans. Usually extensive modification such at this car has are an impediment to value but the Bonhams Amelia bidders realized the endorphins hidden under the hood and in the chassis and claimed it for a realistic price.