Review | Nissan Skyline GTR R32 | Learning from the Past

[@MarktheRude]

Reviews of these older cars are much more exciting and interesting than those of newer cars.

[@thomasnew8606]

AGREED! more "older" vehicles please.

[@az_3kgt714]

it was the older cars that created the tuner scene and its the older cars that still dominate the scene. Of course the older cars are more exciting. They pretty much caused the entire scene.

[@nunyabusiness896]

Because almost all new cars suck. Nowadays it's GT86, WRX, Mustang, or family car. That's it.

[@Pete-z6e]

NunyaBusiness , not to mention bloody SUVs!!

[@on-site4094]

metziih older cars with a true drivers experience without all that new buggy technology shit

[@ThrottleHouse]

Very comprehensive. Great review. I've never been super enamoured with these, but I respect them greatly. A colleague of mine had a student on the track that owned one of these and he commented that it felt much heavier, and and less playful than it was hyped up to be. But even with some of the quirks you mentioned, I would still be happy to own one. As you said, everything is too electronic nowadays.

[@inikkor61]

Not just a feeling at 3400 lbs

[@Dowlphin]

There are profound implications. Just examine all the trends of changes to society pushed by electronics and generally the expressions of the analytical mind. The world's going mental.

[@BobC59]

@@DowlphinYeah, digital is great in so many ways, but as a way of life, its ruining a lot of things - driving in particular. I hope to always have at least one car with no steering wheel mounted controls and no #@*&%! "TV screen".

[@Unicornpirate]

@@inikkor61 These are under 3200lbs.

[@BobC59]

First off, thanks for the nicely rounded and professionally produced video on this great car! Second - Okay, did you really just say you'd take a 370Z over this? I actually have BOTH CARS (1992 GT-R and 2017 370Z NISMO) in my garage right now (long story). I even did a track event at VIR with the Z, but still prefer the overall drive of the R32 (but will never track it - as fun as that would be!). Its more refined, quieter, smoother and as you noted, more "mechanical" in its overall feel... and you can actually SEE out of it. And the R32's steering feel, to me, is like buttuh. Sure, the 370-Z is more modern, has great brakes and a nice, crisp-shifting, close-ratio 6-speed gearbox, but it's V6 is raspy and the interior ungodly loud under full power (cool, if you like that kinda thing), and despite the NISMO Z's fantastic looks and awesome handling characteristics, I still prefer the overall FEEL and driving experience of my R32. Third (and FYI): Nissan has a new HERITAGE PARTS PROGRAM that should help make getting NEW parts easier for all the Skylines (including GT-R's) being bought, sold, and restored all over the globe. Fourth: "Importing one for 20-something". Had to check the date of this review, as any R32 you can buy today that's under 30k is gonna look, at best, like this one inside and underneath - probably some rust too. I've looked, shopped, and know the current market on these. For comparison, mine is somewhat rare in its almost-concourse grade condition, and was a relative steal at just under $40k. I'd surmise it's probably too late to find anything better than a fair-to-good specimen for anything less than a "It's rare and collectible, so pay-up" price. Expect to pay $30,000+ for one with only a few flaws; More for anything in 'good' condition and better. Sky is the limit! Some auctions have seen all-original, top grade R32 GT-R's into the $80,000 range! Lastly: WTH at 3:45? Had to LMAO that you narrated from behind the wheel (right side), then hopped out of the left side of the car in the next frame! Bet there's a good story behind that production detail :D Thanks for enduring my absurdly long comment (if savagegeese or anyone else actually did). Love the R32 GT-R, and the Z is very cool too, so HAD to talk about it!

[@nunyabusiness896]

The Z is a boat, the GT86 is a better car if you aren't just evaluating it with a stopwatch. I drove my friend's 350z years back (still fairly new, not worn out) and I just didn't like it at all. Numb, heavy, and I guess decent in a straight line but not engaging or thrilling at all, you wouldn't know if you were in a sports car or a bus. I can't wait to give the Skyline a try, though, and will be driving one in the coming months when I go to Japan. You should really try a GT86, though, it has that 90's connected feel that hardly anything has anymore.

[@thedaredevil1907]

Wow

[@jose7777777777777777]

DerekSiems the 86 is about as fast as the 370Z around a track if they both have the same tires.

[@BobC59]

@@nunyabusiness896 I have an R32 AND an FR-S (son's car). Yes, the GT86 has an amazingly similar, simple and excellent feel to it. If my son ever sells his, I swear I may buy it. Not real fast but doesn't matter - the fantastic chassis and overall feel and handling; The simplicity of controls and connection to the road is amazing for a 2010's car. So glad Toyota is continuing it!

[@Pete-z6e]

da Bob , nice decision to make though eh?

[@ob1knb3]

Being an Aussie and having these here for a long time I can tell you this, there is no way on God's green earth you could enjoy 30% of this vehicle without being locked behind bars within 1 hour. Like you said, yes the 370Z might seem faster/better etc. up to 7/10's then the GTR takes over and you do need to have the balls to drive it to 10/10, when you do you just have to pinch yourself that such 80's machinery can still scare the living daylights out of you. New cars are all about 5/10, they are phenomenal at that level, once you start pushing past that their shortcomings really show up quickly where the R32/R33 GTR is the opposite, it comes alive from loosing license territory to doing time in jail, horses for courses

[@LaZarusXtnct]

@Kevin Pope I dont think you guys have any clue what you're talking about

[@WarriorsPhoto]

That’s what I have heard from everyone that’s owned one of these. Thank you for your input mate.

[@Dickusification]

My F80 M3 is just like that

[@ob1knb3]

@@Dickusification I'm sorry to be that guy but it's not, please drive a proper all wheel drive car and you will understand. I drive an M2 comp and also own a 1999 WRX STI Version6 and I can tell you both cars re immensely enjoyable to drive and they make you smile for different reasons. The STI is mental around corners, the M2 is not. The M2 will loose the rear end and make. you smile, more it will be in between grip and loose and if you hold it there it will take you from 0 to 60 (not breaking limits here) on that wave there and not there traction and make you giggle without breaking any limits and acting like an idiot on the road. Both cars are amazing in their own way but a good all wheel drive car with with say 350hp and under 1300kg is mega around corners, just mega.

[@Patrick_Hession98]

@@ob1knb3 Spot on. I have an F80 M3 Competition with a DCT, and a 2006 Impreza WRX STI with some light mods and power. Both cars are fun as can be. Two sides of the go kart spectrum really.

[@W0O0G]

Bleeding the attesa system is critical to its operation, almost everyone who puts a new clutch in a gtr/gts4 does not bleed the attesa system, it’s super simple and changes the response of the system incredibly. Upon launching the car hard the torque split gauge should whip up to around 50%, not slowly and sluggishly move up the gauge face partially, not sure how hard you got the throttle early on, but it seemed to move pretty poorly.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

lol the beginning shot of you driving from the body of water telling you it's imported from over seas nice touches

[@ChevyCamaroIsBetter]

No he was implying that it evolved.

[@CalTN]

Up from the boat ramp

[@TheMurph510]

Exhaust Sports Auto but that’s not him driving

[@MeynMotorGroup]

well doesn't really matter who's driving for the shot I just wanted to point out a nice touch in the video I noticed

[@nodokei]

Or it could be Godzilla coming out of the water

[@Almighty_cornholio]

Nakazato called he wants his car back

[@absboodoo]

He is just going to trash the body again. :P

[@jonnyspace50]

maybe it's god foot's old r32

[@LeeYuha]

No Bakazato doesn't deserve it. He should get a S13 again.

[@mehforreal6954]

@@LeeYuha he's actually a great driver tho,he just cracks under pressure,ryosuke even mentions it

[@KTH96]

@@mehforreal6954 Nakazato's driving style is actually the most realistic out of any driver in the show lol

[@drdavinlim]

Having owned many GTRs in Oz since the 90s- this car is like a stripper- Its never happy unless you throw money at it.... understandable given its age.

[@shitstain7137]

hey doc lim, can you help me with my hemorrhoids?

[@ChadGlassify]

drink 1 TBS cayenne pepper in warm water every day for about 3 weeks.

[@kojack635]

Spread capsaicin over the hemmoroids..let it sit for 20 mins. Then wash with 90% pure rubbing alcohol. It will be gone in no time

[@bestleesinna7702]

"Many GTRs". Just spend the money to keep one running?

[@Dowlphin]

That describes my general life experience.

[@gureno19]

Non genuine cluster.... This thing has not done 100,000kms....its done double that in my opinion looking at the wear.

[@Avalk9724]

Agreed! At least 200 000 km

[@nismoR32GTR]

Yea.....mine must of been brand new then if that's what he is calling "unbelievably clean". I'd say that's below average.

[@laserbeam3836]

@@Avalk9724 200k km lol .. id say 300k km .. you dont see this type of wear on 200k km car

[@ExploringwithFighters]

Wait what..... You will never look at the 3 gauges in the centre 🤣 dude I don't take my left eye off the oil temp 🤣🤣🤣

[@jimcallahan4161]

Enjoyed this. These are bonafide modern classics now. However the idea of taking a 370Z over an R32 GTR is inconceivable where I live. This car dominated Group A touring car racing here and in Japan like no other car of its time, and as a result is etched into motorsport folklore. This car is a legend. A 370Z may be more modern, but remains an unremarkable mass-market sports car without the provenance, rarity or character.

[@littlenismo]

I have owned 6 skylines and currently own a 650hp R33 GTR. I’ve seen and driven numerous GTR’ as my friends own 32’s 33’s 34’s and 35’s. And whilst I note you appreciation generally I think you really undersell the durability, performance and technological marvel that the GTR represents. At 9:30 where you said you’d remove the Attessa 4wd I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. It’s such a robust system I’ve not known anyone to have a failure (they happen but it’s rare) and they handle 1000hp. Sure a number lock out the HICAS but there are reasons for that on track on the open road it’s not so necessary. Also I think if you researched how it works you will understand what it seems to turn in late. I could make a joke here about yanks not understanding cornering but I’ll resist. I get you’re saying that the GTR is all about driving but you need to remember that there was no Bluetooth no iPhone no traction control no active stability control. The 4wd system was so advanced and the notion of providing all those gauges so novel. Also the power output was well above advertised... Anyway enough ranting. Suffice to say my 20year old GTR is faster than most new metal and on a track more so.

[@SirBigzalot]

Guessing you’re either Aussie or Kiwi 😂

[@iheartgs400]

Many here fail to appreciate the R32 GTR’s ATTESA E-TS is still used on the Infiniti Q50 AWD system and up to the there crossover FX/EX35 that’s how damn good the R32 AWD system was.

[@TobieSkyline]

Yes, and saying to get rid of it in the video got me triggered.

[@nathan2483]

Attesa is almost always deleted here in Australia. Not saying it’s bad but it’s one of the many things on the gtr that worked better on a racetrack than the street

[@TobieSkyline]

You are implying the factory AWD control method are changed to aftermarket stuff? Because making a GT-R 2WD is pointless, might as well put a LS1 in it too.

[@schizofennec]

he never said he didnt like it, he just said that finding the maintenance parts would be difficult. apparently comprehension isnt your strong suit.

[@SvenQ45]

Well it´s "just" hydraulic everything but very hightech for back then. And things like this are NOW becoming standart on hightech machines! Of course the newer ATTESA versions with electronic parts are better but you know sometimes electrical parts can go wrong with time.

[@gav240z]

3:38 - Sorry this car hasn't done 100,000 km's. More like 200-300,000 km's.. It's not uncommon for these cars to have had their odometers wound back.

[@dallasmellsop5488]

It's in immaculate condition, totally viable, I have a 15 year old car with just under 40,000kms/25k miles, this is 30 years old, and it's a real legend of a car, so 100kkm is totally believable

[@slickstrings]

@@dallasmellsop5488 unless you have the original and complete service records from japan, assume the clock has been wound back. This was the norm for decades getting these cars in australia. It was not uncommon to see a car with 60k on the clock but a 100k timing belt service sticker under the bonnet. Apart from the ones sold locally via nissan.

[@etherboy3540]

I'd just like to send along a kudos for the consistently high production quality of these videos.

[@ErwinSchrodinger64]

Did anyone notice when they're mentioning a mechanical toe adjustment, if you look at the rear tires, the tread is almost evenly distributed. Wow! Just wow!

[@MichaelSeeds]

That car has been clocked for sure. My JDM import has 60k miles and no-where near that amount of wear.

[@TheOutbackid]

It's an aftermarket cluster, also some cars get treated worse than others over the same amount of miles. I've seen cars with really low miles in awful condition and high mile cars in great condition.

[@MichaelSeeds]

Look at the gear stick boot and the seats. I'm sorry but I would almost guarantee that it has been clocked.

[@TheOutbackid]

I'm fully aware of the condition, I'm the one who arranged for the purchase and shipping of the car in the video. Again, the car has an aftermarket cluster which means it's not the original miles. That said, the wear on this car really isn't out of line with what many GTRs with similar mileage look like by now. Go check the auctions if you don't believe me.

[@nukesaway4806]

This car is like that hooker that looks good from down the street. get closer and you'll see the mileage.

[@MichaelSeeds]

That is because the majority of them have been clocked lol It is a nice car though

[@YuriTereshyn]

Great review! Very good filming!

[@TheErozion]

I dont know if it's that great. Afterall he didn't do the visor test.

[@savagegeese]

You inspire me to be the best me.

[@YuriTereshyn]

savagegeese ❤️

[@Pube83]

Drones my nigga

[@TheStraightPipes]

LexusReyes what up bro

[@rouzbahanrashidi-tabrizi3518]

Mr. Geese! This was an amazing review. One of the best, if not the best! Keep up your excellent game and for the love of God, Don't sellout!!!

[@AAAUTOSLONDON]

Man you need to get it remapped to 450 bhp and have a go , you WILL change your mind , Parts for these are plentiful around the globe .I have owned one for nearly 20 years and it still makes me giggle every time i drive it , I advise people to buy one while they are still affordable because not for long.

[@BrendanMacWade]

How does a grumpy middle aged man review one of the greatest cars ever made? Let's find out.

[@hectorandem2944]

-> Starts by shitting on modern cars... *again*

[@nathan2483]

And not very well. He drove the car that demands to be grabbed by the scruff of the neck, like a Camry. Most American reviews I’m seeing of the gtr are way off the mark. Can they simply not drive, or too afraid to drive it hard?

[@MasterMalrubius]

@@nathan2483 As he stated in the video, it's a 30 year old car which is privately owned. He wasn't going to tear it up. Can you simply not hear?

[@JamesDownes]

This guy is a class act. The highest production quality in the automotive youtube game, noone does it better. SIR you are Legend. Thanks.

[@dukebmxrider]

James Downes by a far margin

[@MrWhiterunGuard]

The sheer amount of knowledge he imparts is also mind boggling. Compared to all of the other so-called KZbin car channels where the extend of their expertise is them speeding in a residential neighborhood or some hipster moaning about how great a Tesla is this guy gets it.

[@fraserhenderson7839]

I miss my Nova Scotia built 1966 Volvo Canadian for the lack of mechanical connection in today's cars. That car demanded attention to keep it in it's rhythm. It had a worn out driveshaft hanger bearing and dual Stromberg carburetors. It demanded attention to keep it maintained and tuned. BUT... If I stayed on it's wavelength, it always worked for me, at 40 degrees below or at 90 miles an hour, plowing snow or pulling a trailer. It was a very simple machine, knowable and repairable. It was running well when I sold it with 193,000+ miles.

[@TheSkyline5467]

Watched the podcast with Matt and was surprised to hear this didn't get as many views as some others. I guess maybe that's partly because there are so many videos about this car, or maybe people on your channel are more tuned into certain types of cars like you mentioned. For me, this remains my dream car. I want to buy one of these and daily drive it for a few years. Sucks I live in CA.

[@boston7704]

Great review. It’s like having a date with the girl you had the hots for in high school. ...and it was worth the wait. :-)

[@1969cmp]

James Neumann Only the car didn't get saggy 😉

[@boston7704]

1969cmp ...and the hard miles made her look even better.

[@racketman2u]

.... and then you find out that every man and his bro has taken her for a test drive.

[@tonyoliver2330]

Can you do a generational review of the Miata? Since you've reviewed the ND already it would be nice to see how different/same NA is to ND

[@Loanarn]

I bought one last month and its the best drivers car I have ever driven. My 350z has better creature comforts but I am going to sell it because the R32 GTR just blows it away in every other category.

[@BobC59]

YEP!

[@HydeMyJekyll]

I plan to have a 1992 GTR to go with my 1992 Honda Civic hatchback!

[@bradleyhawks8689]

It's so true bro! I have an NSX as well and each time I get into the GTR I'm like ok this is my favorite car, then I swap into the NSX and i say nah this is my favorite car lol. They both handle so incredibly well but there is something about cruising around in the fabled right hand drive Godzilla that feels xtra special 😂

[@bradleyhawks8689]

@@HydeMyJekyll Get it man! I love the old Civic Hatchbacks!

[@cmcz1207]

@loanarn so did you sell your Z?

[@thecamlog]

To be honest with relatively low miles, the interior should be in much better condition

[@Darksyne]

might've spend most of it's life parked outside sadly.

[@TheOutbackid]

Cars imported from Japan often have damage from sun damage or just degrading over time, it's still a nearly 30 year old Nissan at the end of the day. This car also has a Nismo Z tune cluster so those are not actual miles.

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

The mileage is fake :) JDM importers swap the clusters. Its a common trick

[@TheOutbackid]

The mileage isn't fake, it's just not an original cluster. This one was swapped long before it went to auction in Japan and was purchased with the knowledge that the miles were not original. Feel free to assume otherwise, but I'm the one that organized the purchase and shipping of the car featured in the video and I can assure you that I knew what I was bidding on. In person the interior really doesn't look all that bad either, even with the cracked ugly boots.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Yeah, what Art Vandelay said - or they just wind them back. I've owned a lot of Japanese imports over the years, cheap and not so cheap, and I doubt any one of them hasn't had the mileage tampered with to some extent. I once owned a Mazda Presso that claimed it had done 46,000km, but every touchable surface in it was worn and shiney from use, plus the water pump was leaking like it had done at least 3 times that - which I suspect was close to the truth. It was cheap regardless so I didn't really care. Imported a Soarer once that was supposed to have 60,000km on the clock "certified" mileage - when it arrived it was clear it had done more like 100,000 - even though that was a fairly expensive car at the time, it wasn't economic to bother trying to get compensation.

[@pabauza]

I say Lotus Esprit or original NSX next. Lotus is very rare, rarely talked about, lots of character, flawed, old fantasy car for many. SG's descriptive and practical approach to the review would be perfect. Same for the NSX, although regularly talked about.

[@ominous-omnipresent-they]

I know someone who owns the same model R32. Such an amazing car.

[@sanadaHIRO]

u should blast it with EUROBEAT :P

[@poliblokas]

Does this mean you'll be reviewing old cars now? I'd be very interested in knowing what you could say about the E39 generation BMW M5.

[@shitstain7137]

he said in his last couch video that he was going to begin reviewing older cars.

[@poliblokas]

Penis yes, this was after he released this video though.

[@shitstain7137]

oops.

[@longstoryornot8560]

Tbh when my history teacher said, "Ok boys, what do you want to learn today?" I'm like: "Uh, the GT-R family"

[@RtB68]

Two words for those in the "know" - Fred Gibson. Everyone else, google him. The Fred Gibson Motorsport "Bathurst" R32 Godzilla so completely killed the hated Cosworth Sierra it instantly won a legion of fans. Not everyone though. Those diehard V8 asswipes boo'ed it when it won. Sad in so many way. This car was the first car that for me represented the word "weapon". It brought a .45 to a fist fight and shot everyone else. Dead. Uber respect.

[@Pete-z6e]

RtB68 , Jim Richards another kiwi.

[@tony_5156]

Yuuuup

[@tony_5156]

A absolute monster

[@Loudlevin]

If you where stationed in japan in the early 2000's, the enlisted drove gts-t's and gts's, officers drove the gtr's. These cars where bulletproof and where at home on the mountain passes of japan.

[@yungtid]

this is an amazing video, thank you for this. i'd say best review of an r32 i've seen! subscribed.

[@GermanGameAdviser]

"20 smth thousand dollars to import" - *cries in time-continuity*

[@brendanleadbeater9400]

After covering the Skyline, have you considered looking at a 300z or possibly a 240sx with the SR20 swap? These seem like more realistic options here in America that may be equally enjoyable and more affordable to maintain and modify.

[@markb1511]

Cars nowadays are putting this much power down with a 2.0L, while being more fuel efficient, lighter, a single turbo, and with fewer emissions. And this was the pinnacle of the sports car of that era. It's really incredible how far cars have come.

[@shivamrohit]

The "torque gauge" isn't simply a torque gauge for the motor - it actually shows how much ATTESA is trying to transfer to the front wheels at given stage. It's hugely handy and it amazes me after 15 years of ownership to see when the system is (trying to ) transfer power. Also - it's cute to see our U.S friends reviewing these things (i'm from Australia). Couple of things - this one is a clapped out car (although there are worse). Second try a mildy modified/tweaked one. Stock 32-34R's were and still are are rubbish.

[@calciumsigma175]

One day you should review the RX7/8. Would be pretty cool

[@Mrmudbone_gaming]

Calcium Sigma no one wants to see a disappointing and piece of shit rx8

[@firedude1Productions]

Rx8 is my fav. It's the car that got me loyal to the mazda brand as a kid. Then I later grew to love the rx7 fd3s and actually prefer that for obvious reasons. But the rx8 has a special place in my heart

[@firedude1Productions]

@@Mrmudbone_gaming I do

[@mrsabidji]

Great review. On the subject of parts, it's *relatively* easy to get parts for a R32, if you don't mind buying them online. The Skyline has a huge following, so there's a lot of OEM and aftermarket parts available from all around the planet. There are harder vehicles to find specific parts for. And I should know, I own a 99 Stagea RS4-S.

[@gazman9468]

Yeah was gonna say I'm not sure I agree with SG's suggestion that a 370z with a few mods would annihilate an R32. This example clearly needed a bit of maintenance work before it would even be ready for mods. Also - fellow Stagea owner (M35)!

[@mrsabidji]

A modified 370z sure would beat a stock R32 GTR. But then, you can mod the R32, and while the ATTESA might not be the most refined AWD setup by modern standards, it does get the power to the ground better than a RWD. M35 can't be much easier to find parts for than the WGNC34, I imagine. :) Maybe you can get parts from other Nissan/Renault models of the same era, I haven't done much research on the subject. :P At least with the RS4-S, I can get R33 GTR, R34 GT-T and R34 GTR parts. Just have to know which ones to pick. I can get some misc. Altima/ Laurel parts to fit, too. Again, just have to find the right info.

[@gazman9468]

It's not too bad actually...most 350Z/G35 parts fit. Only downside is being NA it's tough to increase power but I'm more into tuning the handling for now. Maaaybe supercharge it down the line if I still have it.

[@nathan2483]

Gtr drag challenge here in Australia says no. No. NO. No way in hell a 370 would know where a modified gtr went in a drag race. Sub 10 quarters aren’t particularly difficult in a gtr. Costly yes, but not hard. And I’m still talking manual

[@racketman2u]

Even the contention that the GTR doesn't handle is questionable.

[@ComblessMan]

I feel almost nostalgic. It's like we lost something and will never get it back. And living through that era I was negligent in my awareness. It is tragic we have become divorced from the experience of driving. Funny thing tho' I think it might still be there with cheap lightweight manual shift vehicles. Not fast at all but there is a real connection to the drive.

[@zenkiev4486]

Hype?? There's no hype actually because it's simple. The GT-R BNR32 set many records and feats in motorsports history. It's winning streak in JGTC in the 90s led to Group A rule book change. In other countries like Australia, sometimes it was banned, sometimes it was given the nickname "Godzilla" by the motoring press because of sheer domination. Heck! Even up to now it's doing 1/4 fastest AWD records... in street radials! And this car is like what, 28 years old?? The Godzilla legend is real folks.

[@southernpimp5252]

Always loved the BNR32, It was a modern marvel for the late 80's early 90's. It's consecutive Group A wins made Japan and Nissan specifically a force to be reckoned with. Great video! PS: Please consider reviewing a Pulsar GTiR.

[@Rielcool]

Really enjoy your perspective on period "classics". I'd wager that this type of review is even better than your standard modern car video. Keep up the great work!

[@Ryan57Garr]

Love this! Would love to see a review on the first gen. NSX

[@rogerserafin]

Always enjoy your reviews. Thanks.

[@alexmobil7463]

His Royal Highness Godzilla the 1st!

[@TheSkyline5467]

I just opened this video. If you're flippant about Godzilla I'm gonna be pissed.

[@nydrewadventures1686]

Great review and such a good point that ownership of a R32 would be challenging

[@Naotaku]

I ... got something in my eye...

[@ProductofNZ]

My good friend bought one (he also has an FD) he gave me the keys for the day and he and I drove his two iconic JDM cars to the beach and back. A 6 hour adventure. It convinced me that I needed an R32 in my life.

[@Wonderlaust]

Beautiful work, I especially loved the part where you talked about the feeling you get from late 80’s to early 2000’s cars. This is the main reason I’m looking to get rid of my ‘13 M3. It’s too electronic, not enough feel.

[@ZDY66666]

Jonathan Mendez do it, you won't regret. I m having the same debate right now. But my car is already Much less electronic feeling and connected than an M3 (it's a 981 GTS), but even then it just leaves me this craving for something just completely connected or something even more back to basics. I'm thinking of a S2000 but the prices on those things... It's Not expensive but idk if I can justify to myself spending that amount for it. Then again, the prices on that thing will likely permanently grow

[@Wonderlaust]

ZDY I have a fleet of old Honda’s that I find myself enjoying more than the M3 and people think I’m crazy. I’m thinking E36 M3 or Evo 9 as a replacement

[@ignitionredBRZ]

my 2005 TL feels like the good old times. cars will never be as good as they used to be.

[@deegan463]

How is the torque gauge a gimmick or silly? As far as I've ever understood, it was mandatory as per Group A Homologation Sales Regulations (you do know the only reason the GT-R was brought back was to enter Group A and Group N right? They didn't expect them to sell that well). And a 370z with mods annihilating a BNR32? Unless those mods are turbos all you're going to be doing is trying to get it to be as fast as a bone stock BNR32. Factory 370z 1/4: Best you're gonna get is a mid-13. Factory BNR32 test in 1989: 12.7 seconds with road tyre technology of that time. And you wanna talk modified? Basic alterations to BNR32, and you are in the 11's. Wanna go nuts? There are street registered R32's in Australia that run 8's. And comparing the handling of a properly sorted R32 to a built 370z isn't even worth the pressing of the keys on my keyboard.

[@danmurphy1994]

Torque gauge is the opposite of silly no offence but in a turbocharged AWD car that is reverred for its' ability to rotate on throttle having a simple Torque gauge is EXTREMELY helpful. Yes you can memorize the RPM range where peak torque happens and where peak power fades (if applicable) but that is somewhat imprecise compared to a dedicated gauge. Knowing EXACTLY which part of the rev range your skyline will rotate in a corner when you use throttle at a quick glance is a luxury If you enjoy pushing your car in the corners. Also it's an old school turbocharged engine.. it comes into boost rather suddenly and it varies based on the weather slightly, If the engine is in overall working order and it's cold outside, once the engine is heated up and everything you're gonna get more urgency from the turbo, you will probably even make more peak boost due to how much more dense the air is making a torque gauge a genius thing to have for this car.

[@zefolantar]

Awesome video. So much fun to watch.

[@Vision33r]

90 Japanese sports cars are the best, Supras, GTRs, NSX, STI, EVO, 3000GT, MR2, ITR.

[@svn5994]

Integras. 240sx...

[@emotionz3]

The problem with these cars is you can get ALL the pro's with NONE of the con's (other than obviously being dated) from a used $800 late-80's Mustang 5.0 if you just want a fun 30-year old simple mechanical toy. With a tubular K-member, reinforcement rails and rear-end suspension upgrades, the solid axle of the older Mustang doesn't get in the way much (but will obviously lack handling compared to any IRS RWD vehicle) but the simplicity is part of the fun, it saves a ton of weight, and you will never have wheel hop when launching.

[@scubarubanzaii]

These old Nissans are great. And also kinda shitty. Love them.

[@tony_5156]

ScubaruBanzaii exuse me? They’re amazing cars, absolute racers.

[@Dann0343]

A lot of them are straight garbage that have been in a wreck, drifted, beaten, and abused. A well kept Nissan drives excellent

[@Effect187]

Looks like the car's done 200,000km plus! I cant see how you can class the car as 'very tidy for a 30 year old car' when it has holes in the seats, broken vents, heavily uv damaged interior, above average warn rocker cover etc. We've seen many of these cars of all ages and mileage in New Zealand. As honest as this car may be, i wouldn't be surprised if someone swapped the cluster, or someone just took appalling care of the car!

[@MozzaBurger88]

Your editing skills are just out of this world. Not that I dislike Sofyan (RR), he's a good dude but holy crap coming from one of his vids to yours : you're in a league of your own.

[@davidslater8687]

Being an owner of a '93 GTR, I couldn't help but have a reaction of "what?!" on a lot of your criticisms. You keep comparing it to modern sports cars and say that it falls short on things that it's not equipped with. However, performance-wise and for driver experience, it far exceeds them...and that's me comparing it to my G37S coupe. Maybe I'm just being a fanboi though.

[@davidbadger1858]

“Silly torque gauge” Do you even understand what it is measuring??? It measures how much torque is going to the front wheels. They are rwd until the fronts are needed. It’s not an engine power figure. Do some basic research before calling it silly

[@douglaslorin739]

Sir, this is one professionally done video with great footage and pointers. However, your statement that getting parts for these cars will be long and difficult is wrong. Online stores like NissanRaceShop in CA and Terra Firma in Georgia carry a huge catalog of new OEM parts for this car. Even when ordering parts from Japan via RHDJapan, you will usually have them in your hands within two weeks. So parts for these cars are easy to get.

[@MK3504]

Great review, just dont understand the comparison of getting this and the 370z. You mentioned putting a few bolt-ones on the Z would annihilate the R32. Not sure about that statement. Zs are notoriously hard to squeeze power out of with anything more than bolt-ons. Also I think the Atessa was not bled right. Great review nonetheless. P.S. got a verified 30000 mile R32 GTR for less than 17k.

[@coopsnz1]

you wont get a r32 gtr for less than $20000 outside Japan

[@MK3504]

Ben Chesterman I imported the vehicle my self. Shipping was 1k. Just need patience

[@DrBones2]

Verified lol. Verified by the shop that wound it back.

[@MK3504]

Ha, salty ass kids who talk mad shit online, keep driving your Chevy Cavalier. You know nothing jon.

[@DrBones2]

MK3504 Salty? I've owned: R33 GTST, top of the range spec S S15 GT Turbo, Toyota Chaser Tourer V, and daily a top spec Lexus. Not in America thankfully. I know a thing or two about JDM imports obviously. Guarantee that all the 25 year + ones you are getting in America and Canada now have been wound back and thrashed to death. The one in this video by condition obviously has way more than 104,000km on it. Australia and NZ bought all the good skylines and silvias that Japan exports years ago.

[@1969cmp]

Septics seemed to have trouble saying Nissan. Instead of Nee-saan try Niss-sin, quickly 😉

[@smartjunayd]

Meanwhile shitty channels like doug demuro get millions of views and channels like these stay underrated and get thousands of views only.. it's sad

[@JohnnyBeretta]

Are you aware that Nissan has started manufacturing many discontinued parts for the R32 GTR as it's now part of their heritage program? Considering this, the fact that parts are rare is not that much of an issue anymore.

[@Pwr404]

Thank you for another great review.

[@dukebmxrider]

I found a knew respect for the r32. I'm impressed about its complex hydrolics from 35 years ago & now i know that my maserati's expensive hydrolics are actually responsible for the raw feeling i love. but kinda sad to know that the r32 has expensive technology that's hard to maintain..

[@YourMomIsAShadow]

This is just amazing. Never ever did I see such an in-depth review and examination of a car. Especially not a classic like this. Well done!

[@Zoltec-q1g]

I like this review but... as many others pointed out, this car is not just at 60k km. It has done waaaaay more. At least 150k. Or else you would not see such wear and tear on the seat. I have a car from 1999 with 45k kilometers. Yes, it has problems with the plastics getting sticky and such stuff, but the seat looks brand new and it has no rust. It‘s not even been a garage queen, it has it‘s bumps and scratches. But if a 60k km interior looked like this normally, all older cars would look like that and they just don‘t.

[@thepeoplesaffronttojudea5280]

I'm gonna call this video a fail, you should have spoken like a Best Motoring announcer screaming gibberish , and dressed like a Yakuza, while Jack dressed like a Japanese school girl with a Tiger tail buttplug ..

[@savagegeese]

I should have overdubbed the screaming.

[@Acc0rd79]

This is probably one of only a few cars actually going up in value vs down so technically you have an investment with an R32!

[@SirBigzalot]

Acc0rd79 they are money pits so you’re still lucky to break even unless you seal it away.

[@n0xx295]

The production value on your videos puts "professional" TV reviewers to shame.

[@mambastu]

As a R32 GT-R owner I agree with some of the stuff you said but I think the one you drove must have had knackered rear wheel steering because they're very predictable and not weird feeling as you described. When the rear steering works properly it just makes the car turn in exceptionally well and it makes the car feel smaller and shorter than it is. Unfortunately it does go wrong and most people lock it out and you don't miss it to be honest. The interiors on most R32s wear badly as they have vinyl covered panels rather than the plastic interior panels that the similarly aged S13 had and you seem to be getting some pretty rough ones in the US looking at various reviews. Parts-wise they're actually pretty amazing for a 30 year old car. Most parts are still available for them in Japan. Even new dashboards and seats but parts are expensive. Great handling, nice steering and generally good front end on them. The torque gauge mentioned shows you when the 4wd system is pushing power to the front.

[@t.regnerus301]

Nice review. Keep them coming. Please review the Type RA wrx sti please!!!

[@savagegeese]

In July

[@princesssolace4337]

For your negativity, l'll recommend the NISMO V-Spec to cure your issues....370Z is good, some did the RB-26 swap in those. Need to do RS500 SIERRA Cossie😘

[@Nanogrip]

RB26DETTs also have individual throttle bodies for fast response.

[@kdash3215]

Very interesting. So that's where Infiniti got their design for the front suspension of the 2nd gen G.

[@rileygifford1596]

I see Skyline I hit like. I see SavageGees I hit like. I see both......I smash Like Button!

[@thomasone1108]

You should do a review on the most iconic last German naturally aspirated V8 muscle car AMG C63 W204.

[@jparsons3163]

Will you please review the 06 GTO /Holden Monaro?

[@stevenp3176]

One of the coolest cars.

[@martingt3107]

The torque gauge indicates how much torque goes to the front wheel

[@nathan2483]

The gtr can cope with abuse, it’s box is tough as old boots. The box can take 350-400rwkw. 1000+hp drag cars still run the original front and rear diffs. That take off he did was embarrassing. They need to be launched at 6500+ to turn a 13 flat. And they’ll do it all day long. He’s got no idea how to review a REAL GTR

[@savagegeese]

It's not my car and the guy is selling it on top of it would you go and do a four-wheel launch on somebody's GTR?

[@HeavenzBreaker]

I was just about to add a "hate" comment about your statement at the end "I would just buy a used 370z and annihilate this skyline"... and then I remembered the feel... and... You are right. HOWEVER, you drove a STOCK STOCK STOCKEST OF STOCK R32 GTRs. Drive a basic single turbo conversion on some real coilovers and suspension arms with bushings that aren't loosy goosey and you will annihilate the modded 370z, 350z, 300zx TT, over and over and over again on any track. straight line speed, the 300zx TT and this R32 can easily compete with eachother (provided youre using a 3200lb hardtop 2 seater Z and not the Ttop 2+2 that weighs almost 3600lbs) . a boosted and built 350 and 70 will keep up for much more money, car and mods together (debatable with the skyline).

[@lolmygoodness]

It's funny because when these came out people compared em to video games as well.

[@Acc0rd79]

I remember looking into importing one a year or so ago and a good condition one was 20 to 25k, now they go for 30k in good condition. These cars are the perfect investment for someone who still wants to enjoy his money and yet still be able to make money at the end of the ride.

[@turbojoe2]

When I take out my Stealth (3000GT) people notice and either say nice car or try to take me. Fun freakin car! I even took an SRT8 Jeep. They fall flat over 180. lol.

[@jose7777777777777777]

370Zs are extremely slow, especially at the track. I highly doubt it would be faster than an R32 if both cars had bolt-ons

[@camilo3626]

Déja Vu! I've just been in this place before Higher on the street And I know it's my time to go Calling you and the search is a mistery Standing on my feet It's so hard when I try to be me Wooh

[@marottajoe]

Km equivalent to miles - nice touch! Review the 370z sport coupe before it goes bye bye plsnthx. I am seriously interested as it seem the only reasonable sports car solution in the NA market.

[@ErwinSchrodinger64]

Oh dear all that is unholy, a Savagegeese special on the historical hero cars that changed car making, in general. Again, The Savagegeese doing what other reviewers won't do... go to the past. Already giving it a thumbs up. Why? Because it's going to be good. Would love it if you did the Porsche 911 GT2-RS or did a Fine Print Series: on suspension dynamics.

[@m7md4x4]

Thats why I opted for a GTT to avoid all the awd shit, then converted the body/interior and you have a rwd GTR. I'm a rwd person.. I think along with others that this has done more than 200,000km at least compared to what I bought at 100,000 As parts, don't forget the heritage program but it might be launched after the video. Last point, excellent fuckkin review man. Keep posting, been a subscriber at 30k. Ps. I still buy another one

[@Dowlphin]

Clutch press start, another absence I appreciate about my car. - It probably exists because people refuse to use the handbrake for parking, a dangerous practice based on the myth of handbrake cables freezing, which I'd say is only still a thing with badly designed cars. As for the Nissan, personally the R32 looks too boring for me. The R34 is my favorite. Regarding the R32: I not only dislike complicated electronics, but also complicated hydraulics. You description of the direct steering and all, the connectedness, I feel the same. It's a step back. Disconnectedness - a symptom of the digital age, on its path to dehumanization and virtualizing our whole life. I am worried that if I ever get my car what it deserves, it might eat so much money to maintain the old stuff. The visibility aspect is very important, too. Cars have started to feel like soft-pillowed bricks you are stuck in - pudgy. Tons of airbags and other stuff crammed into its hull, bloating it. - I got a Corolla E11, so that's the last of the line with the old style. The E12 was the beginning of that heavy style.

[@KostadinDelizhanski]

Would be very interesting if you gain access to Eurospec e36 m3 3.2 321 hp S50B32 and give us your feel for the car when driven hard

[@TheStreetSyndicate]

great review! nice to see you did an older japanese supercar. I know you're local to chicago, id love to see you do a 3000GT. Perhaps I can get you in touch with one. I also have a hookup on a z32 TT.