Buying An R33 Gtr

[KezR33]

Hey guys, my mate's considering buying an R33 GTR. However we know next to about them. Between us we've owned several R33's, but never a GTR.

Is there a guide or thread somewhere (we did search) that contains information regarding some of the more common problems a GTR encounters, and how to spot them?

Are the RB26's as reliable as their RB25 little brothers?

I don't expect to be given the spoon, but a point in the right direction would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

[GTR-N1]

The Magnificent R33 GT-R!!! Aaaaahhh!!!

To watch Kirozawa (in 'Best Motoring') take this fantastic machine around Nurburgring in 8'01" is like poetry in motion!!!

...and of course that wasn't the fastest time - but close to it & on Vid (beating the pants off the NSX & Porsche)!

Try to get a specimen that has...

i) low Kms (and shows it - repeat and shows it)

ii) always serviced

iii) no rust

iv) no damage (or repaired to perfection)

v) no weakened tailshaft (by driving constant motorway speeds & then varied to a different constant speed after a few secs)

vi) no blue smoke

vii) CARE written all over it (ignoring any bandaiding)

You'll just love the way it takes you through undulations, twisties & sweepers!!!

[Count Grantleyish]

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/bu...e-f-t35129.html - this thread is in Tutorials/DIY/FAQ section of this forum.

[r32line]

Hey guys, my mate's considering buying an R33 GTR. However we know next to about them. Between us we've owned several R33's, but never a GTR.

Is there a guide or thread somewhere (we did search) that contains information regarding some of the more common problems a GTR encounters, and how to spot them?

Are the RB26's as reliable as their RB25 little brothers?

I don't expect to be given the spoon, but a point in the right direction would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

- Synchro's aren't the best in the factory g/box.

- A track abused example will be a money pit.

- A near stock r26dett is quite reliable if its a good example, but they are not easy to find.

- The turbo's will die pretty fast if boosted too much (particularly the back turbo).

- On the track the rb26 suffers from oil starvation which can lead to a blown engine so if you are planning on tracking it do some research because without modification your day could end quite quickly.

Basically if it were me i would be looking for one that is close to stock, i.e only the basic mods; suspension, exhaust, pods and in mint condition.... Finding this will require a lot of patience.

[GTR-N1]

Basically if it were me i would be looking for one that is close to stock, i.e only the basic mods; suspension, exhaust, pods and in mint condition.... Finding this will require a lot of patience.

The Winner of the Best R33 Award at the 10th Anniversary of the R34 GT-R in April is EXACTLY as you say ^^^

[GT-R32]

I'd ideally add turbos to that modification list given the age of the vehicle. And get a compression test done.

Otherwise, they are ageing, but essentially bullet proof by design.

[r32line]

I'd ideally add turbos to that modification list given the age of the vehicle. And get a compression test done.

Otherwise, they are ageing, but essentially bullet proof by design.

I would rather buy the car with stock turbo's though. Generally if they have been changed they are upgraded and quite possibly not with all the proper supporting mods and as a result mean the car is under more strain. Furthermore if someone has bought upgraded turbo's they are more likely to fang the car.

I just would not buy a GTR with any more mods than those I listed above. But that is just me, depends on what you want the car for and your future plans etc.

[Brandon]

- Synchro's aren't the best in the factory g/box.

- A track abused example will be a money pit.

- A near stock r26dett is quite reliable if its a good example, but they are not easy to find.

- The turbo's will die pretty fast if boosted too much (particularly the back turbo).

- On the track the rb26 suffers from oil starvation which can lead to a blown engine so if you are planning on tracking it do some research because without modification your day could end quite quickly.

Basically if it were me i would be looking for one that is close to stock, i.e only the basic mods; suspension, exhaust, pods and in mint condition.... Finding this will require a lot of patience.

+1. Basic bolt on mods are tasty but not engine rebuild etc. If you're looking for those you're better off buying a rolling shell and throw the extra cash and custom it yourself.

[GT-R32]

I would rather buy the car with stock turbo's though. Generally if they have been changed they are upgraded and quite possibly not with all the proper supporting mods and as a result mean the car is under more strain. Furthermore if someone has bought upgraded turbo's they are more likely to fang the car.

I just would not buy a GTR with any more mods than those I listed above. But that is just me, depends on what you want the car for and your future plans etc.

Fair enough too. We all have different ways of going about things. I guess just straight turbos are a relatively cheap modification in the scheme of things anyway.

The Sonic Silver S3 V-Spec for sale on here is very nice if you want to spend a higher than usual amount on an R33.

[NickR33]

I don't know if its still for sale but do a search for the user Ferni... he has a midnight purple 33GTR for sale that has been built by Racepace... it has the works and will be like night and day compared to a stockish GTR... you will also save yourself $$ by buying one that has already been built to this level

don't buy one with stock turbos, they are hand grenades waiting to go off and you will be up for a full rebuild AND new turbos... that right there is a 10K+ exercise

do all the usual checks you would with any other turbo import... but you must take along somebody who knows RB26's so they can listen for any unusual sounds/knocks... they are a noisy motor but unless you know what your listening for you could get into trouble... if it is modified make sure the owner knows ALL the modifications inside and out... for example if he says 'its got bigger injectors' he should know what brand and size... receipts, dyno sheets etc are good to have as well