1990 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) Start Up, Test Drive, and In Depth Review

Hello and welcome to Saabkyle04! KZbin's largest collection of automotive variety. In today's video, we get to take an in depth look at an icon, the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R!
TIME STAMPS:
Color/initial start up sequence: 1:25
Steering/transmission details: 3:17
Exterior walk around/styling/discussion/history, etc: 4:20
Wheels/tires/brakes/suspension: 9:21
ATTESA ET-S/HICAS explanation w/drive shots: 10:45
Engine/performance/fuel economy: 13:52
Quick walk around/buyer's guide from Brandon (the owner): 16:32
Interior quality/design/comfort: 20:15
Exhaust clips and driving shots: 21:36
Other interior features, unique bits, and tech: 24:15
Trunk space: 25:57
Passenger side/rear seat: 26:19
Summary/closing: 28:10
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During this presentation, we will take a 1st person look at what the vehicle is all about beginning with the start up, performance data, fuel economy, the occasional track data, and build quality. Also, I will teach you how to use most of the interior and exterior features in a detailed fashion, that before, you could only get from going to a dealership yourself! Throughout the video, I will highlight key styling and unique differences about the vehicle, any available options, and of course it would not be an enthusiast car video without the good ole engine portion with rev and exhaust note with interior and exterior perspectives. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
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[@StreetSpeed717]

Everyone asked for it, and you delivered! Great job as always Kyle!

[@mariogamer7777]

Nobody liked your comment lol

[@ClintAbueva0315]

But he has a mark

[@murry001]

That's a very clean R32 GTR for a 1990!

[@brandonmartin1985]

murry001 Thanks Murry!

[@naufalyusufgania5366]

Brandon Martin so you're the guy who owned this R32? Your car is simply stunning! How many horses does your car has?

[@mysoap23]

Yu Bro Its stock so it will 206kw and in hp that's 276hp. But it was offen rounded to 280hp.

[@naufalyusufgania5366]

mysoap23 honestly.. i wish older GTRs came with more power... i hope around 400-450 horsepowers... but imo 276hp is too few.

[@mysoap23]

Yu Bro Well Japan had a law restricting vehicles to 280hp from the factory. But that law is gone now hence the GTR being around 500hp.

[@NeXMaX]

Still as iconic as it was 25 years ago. The sound of the RB26DETT will never get old and, IMHO, sounds better than the VR38DETT in the current GT-R. Best tuner sound, though, is the RX-7's Wankel, but this is close, along with the Supra. Gosh, I wish Nissan and Toyota made straight-six engines again.

[@SoFloCamejo]

The new ft1 from yota is having an i-6 I believe

[@Striball]

D13H4RD2L1V3 Only cars you'll be seeing with an inline 6 are Rams with the Cummins. From the manufacturers stand point, a V6 is better in mostly all ways except not being naturally balanced engines, but really isn't a major concern at all anymore anyways. Yeah we don't get the iconic heritage that comes with the I6 or the exhaust note (if you think it's better or not). If all the iconic Japanese cars had V6's back in the day and then everyone started producing I6's in their cars we'd feel the exact same way about the situation just reversed.

[@NeXMaX]

Striball I actually have a car with a V6 (VQ25DE) and it's actually a pretty smooth unit. I love inline-6s for their sound and smoothness, but I also like the V-configuration. The LFA's V10 is currently my favorite engine.

[@S4SK__1]

D13H4RD2L1V3 in line 6 sound is unbeatable..

[@NeXMaX]

When they stopped making the Skyline GT-R and Supra.

[@Revitalyzed]

And now the GTR videos are complete! R32, R33, R34, and R35! I don't expect you too, but videos on the older generation GTR's would be absolutely amazing to see. I'm not quite sure if the US has them, but I've seen about 3 or 4 of them here in Canada.

[@saabkyle04]

***** That would be awesome!!

[@BaiaoDe2]

Hakosuka? More rare than found diamonds :'( JDM

[@kaitospence18]

***** hope you review the hakosuka and kenmeri gtrs as well...if you find them....

[@ahoNikku]

***** Finding a real C10 GT-R would be very difficult, and I wouldn't count on someone that owns one letting someone else drive it. There were only 197 C110 GT-Rs built, so I doubt he could do a real one.

[@kaitospence18]

Stingray1700 unless an owner of a hakosuka in the states might do the same thing like the r32....

[@iantownsend5480]

I'd love a totally stock one of these as a daily

[@rturner4205]

I really Do not like these Cars being Modded. They're Overkilled. You ruin the car.

[@Mr.Marbles]

Exactly. Gtr are already tuned. If you want to mod a car use a gtst or something.

[@DarTroHD]

+Spastmatiker ^^^^^^

[@ZeroFoxGiven_]

When I saw the thumbnail, I thought "HOLY CRAP I'VE SEEN A CAR THAT LOOKS JUST LIKE THAT ONE AROUND TOWN." and then you said "Knoxville, Tennessee" and I was literally shouting with joy. Haha. Good video. Congrats, Brandon.

[@Austinkordell_]

😂😂😂 same

[@antonparks9147]

You know, if there's one thing I like in the skyline more or less is it has "Attesa", 4 way steering, & it's height. This car is the kind of car that can handle all terrain. One things for sure dudes, when we have a gtr like that, we will be the worthy people on the US.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Another great video Kyle! It was cool to have the owner walk around the vehicle and give additional information. Did it feel weird riding as a passenger on the left side of the car? When I rode in one of these last summer in California it was definitely something to get used to! Love these things though, they sound great and the performance was so far ahead of almost everything else at the time!

[@saabkyle04]

subaruwrxfan Thanks bud, much appreciated! I hope to do more things like this in the future, just something different :) It was definitely weird haha, but I got a good taste of all that when visiting Shmee150. Makes the drive more fun! So thankful to have the R32, R33 and R34 on this channel :)

[@Xx1SailorScoutxX]

I actually saw one of these last month. Guy was really chill about it; he even let me take pictures so I could share with friends! Truly a remarkable machine.

[@XClusivelyZs]

I love the Skyline. I had the pleasure of seeing almost all of them at the Petersen Museum earlier this month. They stole the show. It was a sick line up .

[@Acc0rd79]

Nice, I was just at Rivsu Imports today and they let me test drive the owner's R32 GTR nismo. I plan to go through them in January to start the auction process to buy and import a white R32 GTR. Always nice to see other people who use Rivsu so I know they are a good company to deal with, they were very chill in person!

[@cactus5443-]

Acc0rd79 did u get one

[@TheMineCraftDude5282]

Nice video Kyle! I've honestly never clicked on a video so fast. I saw one of these at a car show and I didn't care what else there was, there was 2 Z06 and 2 360 Modenas, all I looked at was the skyline! I know you have the Regal GS right now, but for your next press car mind getting a 2015 F150?

[@saabkyle04]

***** I know the next one won't be but I hope sometime this year. Need to try and put in a request though.

[@TheMineCraftDude5282]

***** okay, thank you! Also, search up Baker Motor Company, they have a Rolls Royce Pinnacle that only 1 was shipped to the US, maybe you can look into reviewing that!

[@yamilz32]

Like I said in the R34 video. Saabkyle you are the best, man! You made my year. I use to repeat the GTR´s and Z32 vids and check them again. Thanks and keep going with more iconic JDM!

[@thevictimcard7065]

Just watched one of his car review from 2009, the progress he's made is incredible

[@FonDrakon]

Awesome! You have made a review for the R33, R34 and now the R32. Thanks for the amazing guides. I would get one but they are out of my price range for my first car. I had my eyes sent on a NA Miata 1994-1997. It would be amazing if you can do a review on one. Thank you Kyle for being a great service to the petrolhead community.

[@LelouchVelvet]

Wow what a perfect timing! Thanks Kyle! Was searching for in depth reviews of this one and couldn't find any. One of my dream cars and fortunately I'll own one quite soon (next to my e30 :D). Also I think it's better than R33 (feels more "raw" and looks sexier) but that's just my opinion.

[@saabkyle04]

Dorifto Kingu! That's awesome man, congrats! Hope it treats you well! Now I've filmed the 32, 33, and 34, I feel complete now :)

[@yurixruz]

***** And 35 :)

[@gnuloycayce]

I donno why, but it's the best review on r32 I have ever seen

[@GTAgamesfans]

My favourite of the Skyline GTR line-up. To me the R32 GTR was the only car that proved to be a total badass in the world of motorsport and created the most iconic image of a Group A race machine.

[@BeJosephThis]

Instrument cluster is like my 300zx. Gotta love the 90's!

[@TIGERTRONIK]

Unbelievably clean BNR32. That front grille piece still annoys be though, much preferred the stock one imo

[@harysuper]

I wish Nissan sold these here initially, it's great they are here now after 25 years thanks to the NHTSA but it would have been cool to see Nissan have more than just the 300ZX and 240SX in the 90s.

[@jamesoconnell5974]

Very clean example of an R32 GTR in Great Condition!! Keep up the great work!

[@troxigg]

The pin up car of all young boys from the PlayStation generation. Love it

[@RusselNguyen]

Only a couple more years for the R33 to become legal in the US. Just waitin

[@BruhHowDidIGetHere]

Russel Nguyen why was this one and the others not legal? I'm not into cars enough to know that :/

[@saabkyle04]

Delagrim All Skylines were illegal, some made it in via loopholes but very few. The R32, at least 1989 and 1990 are legal now as they're older than 25 years

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

The R33 is barely faster than the R32 so if you want one, just get the R32.

[@CANT_FEAR_YOUR_OWN_WORLD]

GT6SuzukaTimeTrials I personally like the look of the r33 more. I really can't understand why it seems like more people like the r32 more

[@Kingwboxing]

Exactly I like the look of the r33over all the others.

[@1in7.8b]

That non-oem front grill needs to go. Just sticks out like a sore thumb.

[@R34GTRR35]

+Nismo GTR Yes i agree - it looks fucked .

[@Autowill]

Ruins the whole front end.

[@SurgieStudios]

I like it

[@jdmr1c3ing]

Looks like a GTST now

[@skylinegt-rkenjirb26dett34]

I think it's came from R33 GTR front grill

[@quadrunner2124]

I want that engine! Wow, I have never seen one of these before. That has got to be one of the coolest engines in the world, and the car its in, just look at that stance, those nice square strong lines. How did they not sell these to America? I can't believe a car from the early nineties looks that good. The car is still absolutely awesome but it could have just cleaned house over here in its day.

[@PanaSonyc]

The R32 GTR's design is straight for the future. Came to market in 89' 90' and looks like it's from 2000

[@88elbron88]

Yessssssss!! Thank you so much Kyle!! Gr8 vid as always !!! 😃

[@motorsportm2447]

im in love it has the gtr sign in the grill that kills it😍😍😍

[@JaZoN_XD]

This was one of the most beautiful things ever. Thanks for this video!

[@robert7984]

These cars have more class than half of ALL the other manufactures put together!

[@DeadAlready_1248]

This is the ONLY car that I want when I turn 16. I love the GTR R32! :D

[@williamskagen9901]

I really like the custom grille with the gtr logo on it, but im personally not a fan of the wheels. I think they would look better in a silver grey colour

[@Craigster11]

You reviewed the three Godzilla's!! Now it's time for the Skyline 2000GT-R :)

[@jdmr1c3ing]

Godzilla my ass supra is faster than all goes (except the GTR r35) (if your talking about stock that is)

[@jdmr1c3ing]

R34L DR34M supra might lose to a 32 GTR(maybe to a r33 GTR) but wont lose to a r34. the 34 weighs to much.

[@Craigster11]

You don't know what the hell your talking about kid. Be more specific ???

[@jdmr1c3ing]

2jz is a TT with 276hp (same as the 32 33 34 cuz hp limitation)

[@Craigster11]

Also the RB26 came in 330 hp. But they down rated the hp. But anyways...

[@Afrocanuk]

The stock front bumper design in the thumbnail for this video is darn beautiful!

[@AdamAus85]

My cousin had one of these that he had imported from Japan (to Australia). Crazy awesome car.

[@Albertoepicness]

G'day mate

[@curtisbeck2796]

Even though I'm a ford fan I have a lot of respect for these older GTR's

[@johnhaselroth]

Oh wow, part of this was shot right around the corner from my house here in Knoxville, just moved here about a month and a half ago from Southern California.

[@slowboysgarage7632]

All i gotta say is thank you for this video this is my favorite car :-)

[@ravesilly]

I need one of these in my life.

[@Deredeo]

Great Video!!!! I saw 2 R32s on a car transporter on the hwy this morning...yeah i totally lost my mind...one in the gunmetal grey and the other in japanese official race white..they even still had the Japanese reg plates!! ...giggiddy!!

[@chrisgaj2]

Man I love these type of cars. Them no post doors, RWD and the RB engines. Just my thing. Why in the world don't you have millions of subs yet!!

[@saabkyle04]

chrisgaj2 Hopefully we'll hit that million mark within the next year :)

[@jdmr1c3ing]

The GTR is AWD -_-

[@Lukasdw02]

2nd best Nissan ever made (Actually it's a three-way tie for this, the R33 and R34 for the second-best Nissans). Really nice key, too. I have personally never seen a Skyline. I really want to now.

[@chadfuri7152]

Nissan Skyline GTR (R32) Start Up 2:11 Exhaust 2:17 Engine Bay 2:25 Gauges 2:32 Exhaust Mode 2:47 Engine Bay 3:02 Steering Wheel 3:18 Horn Sounds 3:47 Manual Transmission 3:51

[@JadentNakazato]

if you have no kids hands, please do install an oil filter relocation kit. As its a very challenging to change the oil filter on this thing. Lastly, if you do have an accident on this(hopefully not), just don't repair the damage panel also check the g sensor for its 4wd. As it is highly sensitive. Ohh and it has oil starvation problems as well if you plan on spending more time in the redline.

[@xCkillaxC]

Another Skyline GT-R! Yea boyyyy

[@JMNTN]

I'm in love with this car this one almost looks exactly like I want mine to look like, i like it that it isn't lower and doesn't have ricer body kits on it and i also like the color, i don't really like those rims though

[@Peteork25]

I think you are the first American who reviewed all four GTR's

[@OLPClan]

Remove that front gtr badge it looks so off

[@stevo2509]

Nice to see you dip the clutch when starting

[@Keiko_Kitsune]

Knoxville huh? I live an hour away from there. So awesome to have you guys close to my home!

[@knotgabrieL]

26:23 lolll I have a Y33 '95 Gloria GT, I put an R32 GTR wing on it because, why tf not but I totally forgot it added weight to the trunk for some reason and the first time closing it, I slammed it down because normally my trunk needs to get downward force to close. Yeah, I learned to bring it down that day, maybe 5cm then I drop it. My friend was recording it for it page and got the shot of me closing it for the first time. I was mentally freaking out while knowing I gotta not physically show it lolllll

[@yamasa0607]

Just an advice, the license number has to be "33" or "88" instead of "08". "多摩" is fine. Anyway, absolutely beautiful condition, great job, friend!

[@robertdemeo]

This car is currently for sale on eBay. Rivsu Imports persuaded JK Tech to import their first Skyline since the Motorex fiasco; it's a blue (not bayside blue) 1996 GT-R LM Limited, and it is, in fact, federally legal.

[@RCC01_]

Man, I would LOVE to try driving one of these

[@SkittlezGTI]

put the 2 fin back on and coils to bring that ride height down and it's golden

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

There's a yellow little block in the turbo lines and if you take that off....you get a safe factory warrantied boost increase too. Nissan intended it to be easy to remove

[@nish1361]

Awesome review, just need the 2000 GTR to complete the collection haha.

[@sharpie690]

Such a badass car,my dream car there

[@黒キツネ-九零二一零]

When he said that the r32 is legal, i was extremely psyched. I want that car to be my starter car.

[@TactileCoder]

+Marquavious Chester lol, "starter car" Bitch, people lose an arm and a leg to get their hands on these. This is no "starter" car. Go start with a Civic. lol.

[@黒キツネ-九零二一零]

TactileCoder ur fucking with me, right? A CIVIC?! That r32 skyline is a chick magnet, in a way. Thats why i want this car. Its fast and attractive.

[@TactileCoder]

Marquavious Chester And I am telling you this card is hard to come by. It's not going to be a "starter car"

[@pendulum1997]

+Marquavious Chester Yeah no insurance company in their right mind will insure you on a skyline as your first car + 300whp is far too much for a starter car, learn on a beater kiddo

[@TopherIsDaMan]

+pendulum1824 oh they'll insure him it'll just be expensive

[@MarijunanaG]

Absolutely beautiful car.. Nice video!

[@The416punchaman]

great review...having the owners perspective helps too, but your writing is amazing...you should be writing to automotive magazines!

[@cobaltlukather9045]

that rattle when the hood is lifted up tho. sounds like a dang cummins amazing car in every other respect though!

[@JimGaminGHD]

So Fresh I want to buy it!

[@testdrive426]

Now to find the even more elusive R30 and R31 skylines :P

[@gabethebaeb_5881]

***** I don't think those are here in america test lol. You'll be very very lucky to find one

[@MrCargod05]

Gabriel Alvarez people have imported them and they are quite cheap too. I can get a DR30 wagon turbo for $6000 usd right now that's in my state.

[@2F2FSkyline]

Slo-mo exhaust flamage at 22:54, epic!

[@saabkyle04]

2F2FSkyline I was waiting for someone to notice that! So sweet!

[@davedefre9113]

Can't wait till I get my g2 this will be my first car

[@messiah4443]

awesome review. definitely saving up for this beast😈🐉

[@SPRCRS]

Still a great car!

[@penchan09]

What a cool R32 this is !

[@showtaito1075]

I've been in this car before and loved it

[@brandonmartin1985]

Showta Ito You mean in one or mine?

[@showtaito1075]

Brandon Martin Ahhhh my friend's

[@AsianJon]

Love this car!!

[@vk56datty]

Love the videos, keep it up!

[@xJDaRR]

All it needs is a "Night Kids" sticker :)

[@matthewspence7476]

The intro reminded me of loading in an r32 into your garage in gt sport

[@Greig300]

Great video... Would like to see more cars like this with owners.

[@saabkyle04]

Greig300 Same here!

[@michaelpetersonjr]

If that really is a 1990, then it is a classic Skyline for being 25 years old!!

[@rroadrider15]

Lol that's the only way u can drive it in the us...

[@eldoche1]

simplicity and performance Like it!

[@MikeIllusion92]

I find here in Australia a lot of people put HICAS lock bars in any Skyline usually because the HICAS system at this point in its age is unreliable and fails..A LOT! Usually very difficult to fix.

[@omgitsBenjamin]

For a really rare treat, find and review a Nissan Cima!

[@fricku6675]

Im 11 and i love this car,this video was perfect thank youu!! O∆O

[@zenkiev4486]

Needs Tommy Kaira, Top Secret or just the oem grill. And the front badge needs be replaced with oem ones... And yeah new coil overs, N1 bumper, Nismo aeros, and this will be a more fiercer Godzilla. But damn, very clean looking for a 1990 model. Tip: for guys planning on getting 32 GTRs just make sure you'll get a good unit, some sellers will claim the car is problem free especially on the engine and trans but there hiding one or more. Remember GT-R parts are pricey compared to other JDM sportscars. ;)

[@josesalas9513]

Now we need a video about nissan skyline hakosuka 2000gt

[@justyouraverage2869]

Now I want the R32 so badly because a) it was my first Hot Wheels (a white, blue, and black colorway) and b) it's now US Street Legal

[@vcupiano]

What an awesome car.

[@dannyc.9161]

A dream car of mine

[@Cuenta-ry4bm]

Do reviews of all the almost 10 iconic JDM cars please :) We want thattt rx7, nsx, evos, imprezas, 3000gt's, eclipse's, 240sx, 180sx, etc :)

[@TurboDiesel-zf8ph]

My favorite will always be the R31

[@youtubasoarus]

I wonder if that front grill is off a Subie. Maybe an Imprezza? Subie owners want to chime in on that one? Stock it has two blades as the grill. Wonderful car. I have a soft spot for the R33 myself. Edit: Nevermind, he mentions this in the video but not where it came from.

[@Brandonvscars695]

Cant wait for the day theres a R31 review, fingers crossed its soon

[@TopherIsDaMan]

Brandon P A GTS-R R31 would be very cool to see but it's so rare.

[@xXSiLeNTSLaYaXx]

Awesome car and the guy seemed pretty cool

[@hainaver8702]

sounds lovely

[@matthoggy.20]

Mustang in the background at 0:46 😍👌🏽

[@idrisbailey]

Whats the website to go to, in order to import cars or an engine? Keep up the good work ive been watching you for four years and your great at what you do 👍

[@cobratoxic]

My favorite skyline GTR,

[@shmo0301]

this guy should host Top Gear

[@RallyLancer95]

I wonder if it's physically possible to find one of these unmodified?

[@brandonmartin1985]

Tim Beck Yea it is. That's my car in the video and when I got it, the only thing it had aftermarket was the turbo timer and the exhaust. Everything else was fully factory. Its hard to find, but definitely not impossible!

[@RallyLancer95]

I like that you haven't made it ridiculously stupid, like how a lot of them end up like

[@banjo556]

Brandon Martin is that really you? If so I'd love to come see it. I live in Oak ridge Tn

[@MangKolokoy333]

Brandon Martin Hey Brandon, congrats with your R32. was the process hard to import? or did the importer helped you most of the paperworks and the inspections needed?

[@JonyIveDesignsThings]

Brandon Martin so you added the hicas lock?

[@Imufur]

my dream car

[@phanntysecond8814]

This is my dream car

[@drsysop]

I got one & had to change my radio as the factory one used different frequencies. Also the US license plate holes didn't match up in rear I had to drill holes in my Florida plate to make it fit. Did you do the same to your Tennessee plate? I got a 91 & loving it.