Should you buy a USED NISSAN R35 GT-R? - What goes WRONG?

[@Jetdot37]

Was between this and a Corolla but knew corollas were more reliable so went with that

[@roadsofjapan6009]

35k AUD here in japan for a 2008-12 these are magic , nothing like watching a market crash and enjoying the pricing. Importers are making mint on these 😂

[@daweigo6851]

😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@Cbagz795]

Gold 😂😂😂😂

[@robertceroli3512]

Ragish from Wentworthville Sydney approves the ultimate uber car

[@DarrylRadcliffe]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Xi-op7gg]

2017 GTR owner here. No issues. Reliable as a daily driver, winter and summer. The maintenance costs are less than our family SUV!

[@its_taps]

THAT'S BULLSHIT! I'm positive the brake job alone is more than whatever you pay on the suv! I have an infiniti coupe so stop the bullshït!

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

​@@its_tapsFor all you know his "Family SUV" could be a Bentley Bentayga. Pipe down the aggressive responses. It makes you look like a tit.

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

​@@its_tapsHow do you know his family SUV isn't a Bentley Bentayga or a Lambo Urus?

[@DlSCS]

whats the family suv

[@Xi-op7gg]

@@DlSCS Acura RDX. Oil and filter for the GTR and RDX cost basically the same. If you get OEM brake rotors and pads, yes it’s very expensive. But I have not needed that service done. Front and rear differential fluid was about $300 and I did that myself. Power steering fluid was less than $100. Transmission service was the most expensive, but I did that myself too and it’s not something you do that often.

[@techngizmosINC]

As a gtr owner with 137,000 miles on the clock , I can say it's been a blast so far here's to 250,000 miles in my future

[@yascam6238]

I am a modest person, this is my dream car.

[@nqobilemahlaba2230]

Wait till you see the 2025 edition

[@alisterhemmings8121]

Saaaame here man. I'd definitely be over the moon if I owned a cleaned GTR...mild mods soon thereafter of course

[@ekinteko]

It's funny seeing modern hot-hatches giving the R34 a run for its money. I wonder what gives the R35 a run for its money? Maybe something electric, like a Model S ?

[@yascam6238]

@@ekinteko call me old school but I like a proper engine sound, the mechanical feel and all. Electric cars are great for A to B, commuting and outside the neck breaking 0-60 they are somewhat boring and soulless, IMHO. For the weekend drive, it’s GTR all the way!

[@yascam6238]

@@alisterhemmings8121May you get yours and soon!

[@guygoodwin]

My 08 on E85 has been the greatest car I have had . It's not refined but the acceleration and fun is next level . Every kids dream car . Thanks for uploading

[@its_taps]

They had severe transmission problems until 2013!

[@coopergoodwin1681]

@@its_tapshence why I had the transmission rebuild and upgraded

[@guygoodwin]

Easy fix . Replaced transmission and all has been fine ..

[@athelfleming5985]

Nothing better than a Sunday night ReDriven upload! Love how far this channel has come!

[@JosephTaylor-zc3hk]

This was such a great and informative video. I own a 2007 R35 and have had it for years. It literally never misses a beat and it has been a daily driver for 2 years. So as long as you do the basic upgrades and service it on time . They last! Currently 117k kms on the clock and no sign of anything wearing out. Have only had to change the rotors, pads and replace all the underbody bolts as stated in the vjdeo.

[@VH-gw3qi]

Adam, you’re the best, and most enjoyable Australian motoring journalist ! 😉👍

[@jatinderkhangura3090]

2014 gtr owner here. Had it since 2016, running full bolt ons and e85 with 640whp. Ive had 0 issues; just regular maintenance.

[@olik9388]

I broke the second gear shift fork on one. After they pulled a piece of metal the size of my thumb out of the gearbox it continued to shift fine. When I traded it in it was sold with an inspection that could not detect the broken shift fork and sold as “never launched” on the add by the dealer. I disclosed both the broken shift fork and the hundred times I launched it. In other words, don’t trust inspections and dealers/owners, just accept it’s been driven hard and continue to drive it the same.

[@ACW3DDesigns]

I finally took the plunge and bought one, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. This GTR is a true powerhouse!

[@jzfromauburn]

Wow!! Always a great day when Redriven uploads! Especially with an absolute legend❤❤❤ Redriven please get an Evo 6 and Evo 10 lined up for future episodes🙏

[@jnry3]

I've driven one of these before. The R35 is an absolute rocket ship of a car.

[@jasoncoleman6820]

I’ve got the 2015 Black Edition and love it. The clunks and groans coming from the gearbox are pretty normal and have a great raw sound. The car manual even mentions this fact, so enjoy it.

[@andrewsots]

There are only 934 Australian Delivered R35s from 2009 to 2023 in total according to GTR Registry. The rest are grey imports (probably about 1000 ?) & you should really take care if buying an import. Banks won't finance, hard to get insurance & will cost much more, Nissan dealers won't service them & other difficulties.

[@shalltear6254]

wouldnt want a stealership doing the service on it anyway, Nissan tried to quote me 2k for a service on my 34 😆

[@andrewsots]

@shalltear6254 l know, l Wouldn't take it there, expensive, l was just saying they refuse to look at it.

[@HateAndFlame]

Just go through the import dealers finance option… I got mine approved with zero issues. Also who the hell takes a 15 year old car to a dealer for service? Go to a garage that specialises in them, there’s plenty.

[@sirsik.2292]

Just checked it out now at the gtr registry website there are 1021 Australian delivered r35 models.

[@glennmunn970]

I got told the same about an lexus ISF. Shannons where not concerned it was an import cost exactly the same as a ADM. Unsure about finance though.

[@TheGrifCannon00]

That issue with the scratchy black interior paint was a super common issue on Nissan's of that era. V36 Skyline steering wheels are notorious for it.

[@calebwany8422]

The JDM legend

[@Lxzandr]

One of my dream cars as a teenager. Glad to see you guys have reviewed this JDM icon cheers from New Zealand.

[@zerozeeros]

The dig at Country music made my night haha

[@bondjamesbond9041]

I drove one of these on a track day. Wow what a car!!

[@DTGTDetectingTheGoldenTriangle]

I had a 2008 one it was fun, even better modified. Screen issues, bellhousing issues, and oil consumption, just to name a few things but mostly reliable, expensive to run brakes tyres ect

[@redsocialist5474]

Love watching your vids here in the UK, we need a vid on that beastly escort behind Jim.

[@nextlevel7108]

2019 owner here and I’m loving it 👌🏽💯

[@Blaqk_Frozste]

Your car looks great cool colour!

[@thedorianmode8087]

The current FL5 Honda Civic Type R will be a collectors car in the years to come. It’s got all of the ingredients that makes a JDM performance car so special. I’ll be hanging onto my FL5 Honda Civic Type R for the long term.

[@NYEK_GTR_]

As a R35 owner the only issue I currently have is the bell housing rattle. Found a company that charges $700 to ship out a redesigned remain one with my core. I’ve only owned it for 2 years but it is my dream car and it’s damn near everything I thought it would be. Easy to work on and parts are getting cheaper even though you do pay for what you get. I will never get rid of it. Looking at buying a newer model in the future. ❤

[@PatrickMelendres-d7m]

I really liked on how they opted for the plain R35 GTR to review. Nice work!

[@lucasaviro]

You forgot wear and tear for the backseat 😆😆

[@Orvieta]

Well up to the age of about 6, you can drop your kids in the backseat.

[@olik9388]

I don’t know why they have back seats. You can’t use them if you have legs

[@lucasaviro]

@@olik9388 extremely weird decision

[@dn059]

Loved this one. Keep it up guys, great channel cheers

[@privatenexus5764]

9:10 As for the keys, I have 2008 370GT Coupe import, which my mechanics quoted me 1-2K to get 1 extra coded; many locksmiths said they just couldn't do it. One day I broke my FOB while out, and called a mobile car locksmith, and he coded a FOB & cut a key, on the spot and gave me a spare as well, all for $400. My FOB is a four button one, LOOKS like the one you show, but for my car, only the top three actually work.

[@nickyang1143]

Ahh, Sunday afternoon New redriven, pour a dram and scroll though car sales

[@SeaJayBelfast]

Spot the alco

[@scottcarter2362]

If you are 7cm taller than Usain Bolt you are very tall indeed. He's 1.95 metres tall...

[@CBD-LIFE]

At only 3cm higher than him, I look down on this comment😂

[@ekinteko]

​@@CBD-LIFEI am blessed to look upto so many great men

[@CBD-LIFE]

@@ekinteko ✌

[@zirgreen1]

2021 owner here. no issues. Warranty expired 6 months ago Common issue is since its 4wd added wheel-spacers. Else it makes to much noise while turning. Another big issue for commuting in Germany. Even if i want to drive slow i cant :(

[@doolza5093]

To provide insight into prices, I picked up my 2008 "Super Silver" GT-R Premium with 15,000km in grade 4.5B for ~$95,000 landed, complied and registered for 3 months in Australia.

[@sct911]

which company did you buy the car from?

[@doolza5093]

@@sct911 I purchased the car at auction through J-Spec Imports. This is the sixth car I've imported through them. They're the only ones I trust. However, there are other reputable people out there.

[@saminyasarkhan2777]

How’s the reliability going?

[@doolza5093]

@@sct911I purchased through auction using and agent.

[@doolza5093]

@@saminyasarkhan2777Not a single issue at all!

[@EliasAnto]

Don’t care, still want one!

[@HyperHorse]

I could think of 100 things I'd rather spend my money on. Evidently you can't?!

[@deanosslewis]

Yep. Me too

[@deanosslewis]

​@HyperHorswhats the top of the list?

[@HlomphoSekulisa]

Hell yeah😂😌

[@Tm0n3y762]

One day bro🤞🏾

[@roadsofjapan6009]

Now you have just scored gold 😂 your review on these was spot on. So glade someone gave you one.

[@symontabbenor2186]

Seeing this video makes me think of the R32 Gtr I had more than 20 years ago. I loved that thing 🙂

[@AdamAus85]

My cousin had one, bet he wish he kept it. Awesome machine

[@Swwa89]

I remember when you could pick an r32 gtr up for 15k 😢😢😢

[@symontabbenor2186]

@@Swwa89 I paid about 5500 USD for mine in Japan from the original owner, only had 40 000 kms. Was completely stock except for some 17 Rays wheels.

[@symontabbenor2186]

@@AdamAus85 I wish I had kept mine too, the only other cars I regret selling are my Datsun 260z and my Hilux

[@AlexanderBilpunktet]

My old 2009 GTR with the Litchfield bell-housing and steel plate’s in the diff’s had pretty much no rattling our clunking sound’s. And with h&r lowering springs on the stock shock’s it rides better than most cars. Really reliable cars. 👌

[@akaashkat7037]

Have you guys done a video on an Jaguar F-Type, I haven’t found it in searches, I would love to see a video on the F Type, I really want to buy one and I’d love a vid from Redriven on that beauty, specifically the V6 S

[@JohnPedder]

• depends which year model you get • also how many KMs on transmission ( as they cost 24K+) • also depends if the motor needs motor rebuild, and that’s expensive too

[@steveallen1340]

I think it’s worthy of Grand Seiko status not just regular Seiko.

[@StormÆLnGoFth]

Yes yes but try to get lightly upgrades and 2nd gen facelift, check under the car and Obd2 scan, affordable performance Sport car, very expensive maintenance tires brakes oil change check and refer to the owners manual

[@SMASHTIME]

once I changed the Trans and built it a bit. I had ZERO problems with my R35

[@DriftLibrary]

Paint bubbling is a VERY common issue for all Nissans. It’s a manufacturing quality control issue that’s never been resolved.

[@Triple259772]

I agree, i love the 2009 look. Especially in silver or white. Very understated look, looks perfect as a daily.

[@benturton3358]

Is that an escort in the background? Bloody awesome!

[@timj.8056]

Adam this was a professional presentation! I love this car!

[@ReDriven]

Thanks heaps mate!

[@Mikey6048]

2014 Black Edition owner. Fair warning. It's reliable...... Until you mod it. Know the cars limitations and expect the transmission to break if you start pushing the upper limits of torque. I blew 5th gear apart and the total Trans build to upgrade to take the power was 15k$.

[@KelmondChow]

meaning as long it is stock. you dont modify anything. it will last.

[@Mikey6048]

@KelmondChow For the most part. There have been stock transmissions breaking on bone stock cars. The motor is one of the most reliable motors ever made (Unmodified). The transmission has its gremlins no matter the power range.

[@elhombre2711]

I will second the plug for wipertech blades. I bought some for my Camry and they're a revelation. I don't know what they've done but they're in a different world to any other after market wiper blade.

[@gxcoupe7044]

I'm owning a 2011 model for many years. No cracks on dash board no led faults no screen problems at all no scratches basically no problems. I guess if u put a hooligan behind the wheel he can f up any car 👌

[@curtisdickson6277]

Thank god i wasnt the only one. I always thought the nismo versions were not great looking.

[@jasoncoleman6820]

Looks like you’re driving around Baulkham Hills or Castle Hill in Sydney. I think ?

[@ReDriven]

That’s right!

[@TheGinger3]

A great candid review. Appreciate it tremendously. Thank you.

[@MatthewNoPants1atoll]

What's weird is that the old R34s and Mk4 Supras will probably outlast the new generations... if kept stock

[@greenchutneyman]

I agree and can confirm the 92% seat comfort.

[@theaustralianconundrum]

I own two. First gen and current and they are absolutely faultless.

[@dangusprime]

Crazy that for the first few years the stock suspension was the best you could get, people with super high HP R35's were rocking stock suspension lmao... Also, I remember it took them a long long time to break into the ECU, at least a year or 2!

[@Pierceyip]

The question was never should I buy one. It's only if I can afford one.

[@craigbrown5667]

My dream car. If only I could afford one here in the UK. Also, I'd like to mention how stunning the neighbourhood was that you were driving through! Beautiful.

[@alex98b627]

You might want to come to Australia then. Those brick neighbourhoods are not really that pretty compared to the older suburbs

[@AdmissionGaming]

Hawkins one blew the rods out, apparently thats not uncommon and its a grenade with the pin pulled the early ones maybe?

[@smilingjack7622]

My father in law bought his original oz delivered r32 - because he was smart and wanted the fastest car available and because he was very tall and couldnt get in a ferrari. Very little room in the back seat but more than an sc430

[@Mr351Ford]

Great comparison with Seiko.

[@colseverns9848]

Great review guys ! What a car !

[@spdaltid]

I've been fortunate to own a number performance cars including a few air-cooled Porsches. I never really warmed to the Grand Turismo / Manga theme of the GTR. But, times change......

[@hellothere4342]

Some say, love is pain. It is still a very tempting car.

[@Vinoisthename]

Awesome review! Im waiting for you guys to get a Nissan 370gt/G37 for a review

[@DominusAnno]

They have done a review on that kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIi8l2V6rat7l5Ysi=ZpaDVft7KlVLz2SY

[@benedekgall4895]

Jim doing his part under the car lifter, with a car loaded on it? I just noticed that 😂

[@shenods]

“unlikely to have any issues”….next minute Motive Video has entered the chat 😂😂

[@gorans7518]

Agree about the nismo, but give me the nismo power in the standard body, perfect

[@VtolVRClips]

Thank you for this needed this

[@MethFed]

You're really good at your job, mate

[@truetierra]

Really want to see a GTA Alfa (147 or 156) - pretty much just to see that engine bay with that gorgeous 6 cylinder. Plus the what goes wrong will be.. well.. extensive.

[@Abitharssh]

Can you do a video on the Renualt Megane RS300 Trophy please.

[@Yayaloy9]

The problem with other cars like say Porsche is the cost of maintenance. I think GTR is less expensive than BMW and other brands to maintain

[@valphaaz5481]

Hi ReDriven, love your videos. Could I request a video on your thoughts about the new GR supra? Looking into one and want to know your thoughts on it. Thank you

[@85priesty]

Did you mention that when they go for s service, is that Nissan always had the ability for the these to show you the acceĺertion etc, but knowing the but the dealers can tell whether or not if has been on a track or someone driving on the road doing illegal drag races. .. so I'd be taking mine to a dealer first

[@rogersliu1200]

this is a history. When it comes out, it kicks all the asses: 911, lambo, 430 you name it. but over the not very long time, the 911 has become so much faster with so much less power and other super quick sports cars. Dont get me wrong it is still a great car in today's standard but that gearbox is a ticking bomb

[@7Fields16]

Great review as always. What an amazing car. I could not comprehend the price of this car, so I went with the 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth instead. Fun per miles.

[@masteryoda498]

I was watching a documentary on the Nissan R35, and the engine is completely handmade.

[@DavidMichaelChen]

Thanks for the video: informative.

[@EliasAnto]

9:00 I too am not a fan of the nismo GTR. The regular GTR looks way better.

[@its_taps]

It sure doesn't! Nismo will always look better!

[@rl7586]

I’m not agreeing that this one is more reliable than a 911 except some 997

[@motorraveraustralia6254]

Yea, and parts for the gtr are insanely high.

[@TCCTaylor]

How wold you upholster the dashboard in leather without interfering with the passenger airbag release?

[@jkcarcollection]

The price goes wrong, 3 years ago it was under 80k, now its more than that

[@anthonygagliardi8793]

Great video

[@danwatts8269]

I would love to see a hyundai sonata n-line on the channel

[@FelipCho]

Even the 1st model in my place is still crazy expensive

[@TwistedDonners]

You guys don't make it easy at times with choosing between the review car or an alternative you've previously filmed and this is one such time. Definitely a car worthy of poster on the wall status with it's looks. Honestly surprised how mechanical sound it is in its unmolested states with it just needing general service and age related maintenance done to it. Bloody good video guys and as always keep up the good work and look forward to next week's videos as per usual 👍.

[@ReDriven]

Cheers mate!

[@TwistedDonners]

@@ReDriven will there be a chance of an i40 wagon getting reviewed in the near future as I know a couple of people considering one.

[@dafalzonAUS]

I play Achy Breaky heart through my speakers and it sounds fine!

[@Asymmetry0]

I read that the ongoing maintenance costs are brutal. Particularly the 100k km plasma bore replacement price. That said amamzing depreciation offsets it. Been in a r35 with tune and midpipe, its insanely fast, like you dont have the reaction time to deal with it fast.

[@abrakadabraangelov1829]

How much does this plasma bore replacement cost?

[@e240]

In terms of servicing cost, probably no different from (or maybe cheaper than) european shitcars. The cost of the ATF for my Hyundai Van is just as expensive as the DCT fluid

[@joshscottuk]

I’d be interested in buying this car, where is the link to it? The only caveat is that I’m in New Zealand, would we be able to import it?

[@kasmstamps1897]

Watched every minute of this one.👍 Forza Motorsport 4, Initial D. IRL though not in my budget at this time. I can afford to run my EV off my solar panels thou. I'll keep investing my pennies. Note e-power Nismo S a contender as well (your smile sells). Anyway, going for a Sunday drive tomorrow (even thou it will be Monday).

[@MitchTube]

Motive garage just bought one and despite their expertise the motor blew up. I suppose you need to budget for that when buying one of these

[@abrakadabraangelov1829]

Did they tune it

[@MitchTube]

@ nope, but the previous owner may have, then set to stock to sell

[@kero-x8l]

First time watching it love your video, but you need to push it a bit harder for a sports car review

[@shortvidz9576]

Never heard anyone complain about these things

[@numz-z1i]

Great video. Can u do the nissan skyline 370gt? Thanks:)

[@Orvieta]

Still a beauty

[@manosparavida3551]

After watching this I now regret not joining the six month waiting list for an R35 in May 2011 and opted instead for an Audi RS4, which was good, but God damn thirsty and not half as advanced as a Nissan GTR.🙄

[@cokemachine62590]

The G8x M3 and M4 are pretty much replacing what the R35 was to the car community in terms of performance in stock or bolt on form. Bolt on and tuned G8xs are doing 9 second 1/4 mile times it’s nuts. The G8x just doesn’t sound good or look nearly as iconic as the R35

[@its_taps]

To actually prefer a base model over the nismo gtr is just insane and ludicrous!

[@kamranmcadam9747]

My mate flew out to LA and rented a GTR from Hertz for like 250/day fully insured and I don’t think we had it below 100mph on the freeway once 😂🤣 I can’t even do 100kmh with this here so might as well drive a Van 🚐🥸

[@jasoncee666]

Police in Australia treat hoons like homicidal maniacs, the whole country is full of bored Police nannies 😑🙄