Tag Archives: nissan

NEWS: Nissan expands Skyline GT-R reproduction parts program to RB26 engine, R32 body parts

Posted on March 29, 2019 by Ben Hsu

NISMO has announced a significant expansion to its Skyline GT-R reproduction parts program. While the parts offered since the program’s launch in 2017 largely consisted of rubber and plastic bits that deteriorate with age, the latest batch of items are … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged Heritage Parts Program, nissan, r32, r33, r34, rb26, skyline | 5 Comments

NEWS: What could Nissan have planned for the NY Auto Show?

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Ben Hsu

Nissan has released a teaser for the New York Auto Show next month. Titled “Ultimate Dream Garage,” the image shows several iconic Nissans, including an S30 Z, the Calsonic R32 Group A race car, the Tokyo Motor Show Kenmeri GT-R, … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged 370z, calsonic, fairlady z, gt-r, jtcc, new york auto show, nissan, r32, r34, r35, s30 z, skyline, z34 | 6 Comments

PROFILES: Hiep Dang got these other Nissans instead of an R32

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Ryan Senensky

Usually when we dive into the waters of collecting cars, we inherit the gene from a family member or a group of friends, and our interests follow theirs. We usually start off with something simple and move up from there. … Continue reading →

Posted in profiles | Tagged 240sx, nissan, pao, Pike Cars, r31, s13, silvia, skyline | 11 Comments

NEWS: Nissan exec suggests next Z and GT-R might be electric

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Ben Hsu

With both the Z and GT-R in generations that have lasted a decade or so with no hints about their futures. So, whenever a top Nissan executive whispers a phrase about either model, enthusiasts take notice. The most recent utterance … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged 370z, fairlady z, gt-r, nissan, r35 | 17 Comments

VIDEO: JUN Auto Mechanic’s brain-melting creations

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Ben Hsu

As we mourn the loss of Jun Auto Mechanic founder Junichi Tanaka, let’s take a a look back at some of his incredible creations. These were, for many enthusiasts, the dream cars that hooked them on Japan’s tuning culture. Though … Continue reading →

Posted in Video | Tagged A80, BB4, best motoring, civic, Civic EK, fairlady z, gt-r, honda, jun auto mechanic, lancer evolution, mitsubishi, nissan, Option Video, prelude, r34, S15, s2000, silvia, supra, top gear, toyota, toyota 86, Tsukuba Circuit, z33 | 2 Comments

RIP Junichi Tanaka, founder of Jun Auto Mechanic, 1943-2019

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Ben Hsu

One of the powerhouses of Japan’s tuning world has passed. It was announced yesterday that Junichi Tanaka, founder of Jun Auto Mechanic, died the morning of March 5, 2019 due to complications from cancer. He was 76 years old. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Legends | Tagged 300zx, A80, BB4, Blitz, Bonneville Salt Flats, civic, EK9, fairlady z, fd3s, GC8, honda, impreza, integra, jtcc, jun auto mechanic, Junichi Tanaka, lancer evolution, mazda, mitsubishi, nissan, prelude, r32, r33, r34, r35, RSX, rx-7, s13, s14, silvia, skyline, subaru, supra, toyota, WRX STI, z32 | 15 Comments

EVENTS: Final New Year Meeting, Part 03 — Swap Meet

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Ben Hsu

With the final New Year Meeting having come and gone, one of the things we’ll miss most is the swap meet that takes place during the show. For many, it was where you could find rare parts, collectible items, or … Continue reading →

Posted in events | Tagged 117, bluebird, brat, datsun, Hakosuka, isuzu, laurel, new year meeting, nissan, passol, skyline, subaru, swap meet, tamiya, yamaha | 3 Comments

Happy Z32 Day from JNC

Posted on March 2, 2019 by Ben Hsu

Since we had so many other 30th anniversary celebrations at the Chicago Auto Show this year, courtesy of Mazda and Honda, why not pretend Nissan did the same? The world saw the Miata and NSX there for the first time … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged 300zx, nissan, z32 | 1 Comment

EVENTS: Final New Year Meeting, Part 02 — The End of an Era

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Ben Hsu

After 42 years, the New Year Meeting, once the biggest classic car show in Japan, is no more. The Odaiba venue where the event is held will soon be bulldozed, making way for the future. We’ve covered New Year Meetings … Continue reading →

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Happy Z31 Day from JNC

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Ben Hsu

This year will mark the 50th anniversary of the Z (and GT-R). When the 50th anniversary 300ZX came out in 1984, it was marking the 50th anniversary of Nissan as a company. However, it seems fitting that we celebrate Z31 … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged 300zx, nissan, z31 | 1 Comment

MINICARS: A 24-karat gold Hakosuka Skyline GT-R

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Kevin San

For those of you who love nostalgic J-Tin collectibles, here’s something you (probably) don’t have: a Hakosuka Nissan Skyline GT-R made of 24-karat gold. Yes, it’s a KPGC10 made of precious metals, built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the … Continue reading →

Posted in minicars | Tagged c10, Hakosuka, minicars, nissan, skyline | 2 Comments

EVENTS: The Final New Year Meeting, Part 01

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Brandon Kelley

It is with a heavy heart that we bring you this report on 2019’s New Year Meeting, held on the fourth weekend of January, for it is also the very last New Year Meeting. period. Twelve years ago, JNC became … Continue reading →

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50 YEAR CLUB: Nissan Skyline GT-R

Posted on February 21, 2019 by Ben Hsu

Fifty years ago today, on February 21, 1969, Nissan unleashed three letters unto the world that would change automotive history forever: GT-R. For a sub-model that’s encapsulated the dreams of so many, including those far beyond its intended reach, surprisingly … Continue reading →

Posted in 50 Year Club | Tagged c10, Hakosuka, motorsport, nissan, skyline | 6 Comments

Happy Presidents’ Day from JNC

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Ben Hsu

The President was supposed to be the grandest car in Nissan’s lineup, so it’s particularly tragic when we come across one that’s completely rotten. Its insides have seen decades of decay, and it’s probably beyond hope. Still, seeing a President … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged nissan, president | 4 Comments

EVENTS: 2019 Osaka Auto Messe

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Kevin San

Everyone knows the Tokyo Auto Salon, the massive annual car show where the big brands and tuning houses of Japan’s automotive aftermarket goes all-out to show its wares. But, there’s an equally big show that’s not quite as well known, … Continue reading →

Posted in events | Tagged A90, Beet, bosozoku, c10, c130, c210, carry, century, Century GRMN, civic, Civic EA, crown, crx, ferrari, gt-r, Hakosuka, honda, jimny, jun auto mechanic, kei, Lapin, laurel, lexus, Lexus LC, liberty walk, mark x, motorcycles, NISMO 400R, NISMO Z-Tune, nissan, Osaka Auto Messe, porsche, r32, r33, r34, r35, Rays Wheels, s130, S200, skyline, soarer, supra, suzuki, toyota, vellfire, vip, volkswagen, work wheels, z10 | 11 Comments

VIDEO: Watch this amazing Skyline restoration unfold in three minutes

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Ben Hsu

A Nissan Skyline KGC110 that looked to be beyond hope has been brought back to life in Kuwait. The video starts out with a decrepit Kenmeri that looks like it had been left in a field to rust for decades. … Continue reading →

Posted in Video | Tagged c110, kenmeri, Kuwait, nissan, skyline | 2 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day from JNC

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Ben Hsu

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, here’s a collection of red cars for your viewing pleasure. The theme is the early days of Japan’s post-war auto industry. Can you name them all? Happy Valentine’s Day from JNC!

Posted in Holidays | Tagged 312, alto, bellett, bluebird, colt, compagno, daihatsu, datsun, hino, honda, Honda N-Series, isuzu, mazda, mitsubishi, nissan, prince, publica, r100, skyline, subaru, subaru 360, suzuki, toyota, Valentine's Day | 7 Comments

Happy Year of the Pig from JNC

Posted on February 5, 2019 by Ben Hsu

Today, February 5, is the Lunar New Year for much of Asia, and according to their zodiac it’s the Year of the Pig. Therefore, please enjoy a butaketsu (pig butt) Laurel to ring in the year 4717. Happy Lunar New … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays | Tagged c130, laurel, Lunar New Year, nissan | 2 Comments

A new Nissan ad depicts the auto industry’s last 30 years

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Ben Hsu

While most of America was watching the commercials between a big contest of Jeep crossovers and Dodge pickups, Nissan released a new advert tracing the arc of automotive trends of the last 30 years. Using only Nissan cars and a … Continue reading →

Posted in cm | Tagged A31, Cefiro, cube, E51, Elgrand, FairladyZ, figaro, K11, leaf, march, nissan, Note, r32, Rasheen, skyline, T30, X-Trail, Z11, z33 | 4 Comments

QotW: What’s the best JNC you can find for $1,000?