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hey guys im new to this just want to know a few answers to some questions thinking of getting a skyline but still not convinced enough and would like to know a few things and stuff sorry if its a repost but yea im new to this forum.

skyline i have in mind is an R34 non turbo im currently on my P's tho but yea its my choice to get one

1. which R34 is better a 4 door or 2 door?

2. whats it like petrol wise does it chew through petrol quick or is it reasonable

3. manual, auto or tiptronic do you find better?

4. how much would i be looking at roughly for rego and insurance im with racq if that helps at all

5. are there any faults or problems that are common in these cars?

6. how much would repairs be roughly?

7. is it better to import it or buy it here already?

money is not a factor for me just want to know a rough idea, and any other stuff i should know about them would be helpful.

thanks in advance guys

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hey guys im new to this just want to know a few answers to some questions thinking of getting a skyline but still not convinced enough and would like to know a few things and stuff sorry if its a repost but yea im new to this forum.

skyline i have in mind is an R34 non turbo im currently on my P's tho but yea its my choice to get one

1. which R34 is better a 4 door or 2 door?

A. It's a matter of personal preference. 2-door might be easier to sell down the track since they are more popular now.

2. whats it like petrol wise does it chew through petrol quick or is it reasonable

A. Less fuel consumption with a manual and how you manage the right foot. Hwy driving, expect less than 11l/100km

3. manual, auto or tiptronic do you find better?

A. If you can drive a manual, there's more control and more fun

4. how much would i be looking at roughly for rego and insurance im with racq if that helps at all

A. Anyone under 25 or 30 cops it no matter what. Best to shop around. If your folks have max no claim bonus & are with AAMI and you do a defensive dirivers course, you may benefit

5. are there any faults or problems that are common in these cars?

A. Not any more than other cars, but watch out for rust in cars that came from salted snow roads of Japan. Check the VIN number with" VINS Fasted" thread right here

6. how much would repairs be roughly?

A. What repairs? For servicing, check out your state threads below for recommended service workshops that know their Skylines.

7. is it better to import it or buy it here already?

A. Buy one already here so you can drive/inspect it. The best examples are on SAU Cars F/S thread and maybe then look at CarSales.com. When you get to GT-R buying, then you may prefer to import through a broker here with Japanese contacts

money is not a factor for me just want to know a rough idea, and any other stuff i should know about them would be helpful.

thanks in advance guys

Welcome to SAU Izak :thumbsup:

Leaving one finger on the search button is a good idea for further info (incl some of the above).

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HELL YEA IS WORTH IT!!!

I've had my R34 for 2 years now and I have to say I'm yet to get sick of it... I've always and still do have V8 holdens, a HX 350 (5.7ltr) and a VK 308 (5.0ltr)...

After turning 25 I thought I'd spoil myself and get something different. I decided to limit myself around $20k as I can get carried away...

It was destiny! After searching for just a couple of days on carpoint.com.au or carsales.com.au, I listing magically appeared!

"R34 GT Skyline Coupe $16,500" This was too good to be true... Most people wanted $22k to $25k for something like that at that time...

The best thing was, it was located just 15min up the road. Mind you I live in the country almost in the middle of no-where!

Called up & checked her out... Just imported and complianced, still registered in Japan till 2012... Full service history, in Japanese of course.

Compliance papers and road worthy certificate ready to go! New set of low profile tyres 225 front, 255 back 19inch deep dish rims...

Amp with 2x 10inch Subs in the boot running off a 7inch LCD Pioneer Stereo with TV, GPS and Stacker! And just kept getting better!

I didn't know stuff all about turbos but the R34 Skyline was my "realistic" dream car. But after seeing it for the first time, I knew it was mine...

It looks so damn fat at the back with them big fat wheels, I almost creamed myself! By this point there's was no going back!

Still we went for a quick boost up the freeway and back... I had no cash for deposit, lol... I told the guy I want, I don't care how!!!

Lucky for me I got a loan through the bank, no worries... After taking 3 days to get a loan, I couldn't wait any longer...

I drove over 200km to get a bank cheque on a Saturday and picked her up! I was Soooooo, damn excited and nervous at the same time.

I almost couldn't get myself together to drive it home! I couldn't believe I was taking home a R34 Skyline!!!

I feel sorry for 4 door owners as it just makes the car look wrong. I have to say if your going to get a Skyline get a coupe!

Not only will it look better but it'll be cheaper to insure and register! Surprisingly for me the Skyline was the cheapest of all my cars.

As for parts and maintenance... In the last 2 years I've spent a third of the amount on the Skyline compared to my HX Holden!

So long as you take it easy and don't allow the turbo to wind up you can get really good economy. The other day I did around,

160 to 180km on a quarter of a tank, BUT in the last 30km a race broke out between 4 cars and I used another quarter in that distance.

I only ever use BP Ultimate fuel & service every 5,000km with Motul Turbolight... Wash, Polish & Detail every Weekend if not more...

More people look at my car than a HSV or $100k plus luxury Mercedes and it's a fraction of the price! It just has the X factor!

These days I'll race anyone in anything, anywhere... Yesterday I was racing a CBR250 sitting on around 180km/p through corners.

Didn't wanna push him too hard, he was still on he's L's... Most people wont even try me, often I pace myself with them...

Rarely am I challenged or beaten... I'll smash a VE SS or WRX... But not too long ago I finally come across the White Maloo

thats been getting around town. Conveniently we come to a red light side by side... I rev him up, Let Go! Lights turn green...

Started off bout even till i got into 3rd and he just launched, I look I'm doing bout 160 and he just keeps going...

He got such a lead, I wash crushed! But have to consider that the Maloo is worth about $75k and has over 300kw...

The R34 Skyline was also ahead of it's time with traction control, stability management, ABS, air bags, cambered steering,

all wheel steering, electronic LSD diff, independent rear suspension and more... Where today's Fords and Holdens are only

starting to come out with these features as an optional extra! My R34 has tiptronic as serves me well and still smashes 99.9%

of the chumps I come across, would only need a manual for more serious driving, depends what you would really prefer...

I'd prefer manual so I could control the drift a bit better as I find the tiptronic takes to long to change gear, but I was getting a bargain.

Anyways I think I've said enough for one night...

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HELL YEA IS WORTH IT!!!

I've had my R34 for 2 years now and I have to say I'm yet to get sick of it... I've always and still do have V8 holdens, a HX 350 (5.7ltr) and a VK 308 (5.0ltr)...

After turning 25 I thought I'd spoil myself and get something different. I decided to limit myself around $20k as I can get carried away...

It was destiny! After searching for just a couple of days on carpoint.com.au or carsales.com.au, I listing magically appeared!

"R34 GT Skyline Coupe $16,500" This was too good to be true... Most people wanted $22k to $25k for something like that at that time...

The best thing was, it was located just 15min up the road. Mind you I live in the country almost in the middle of no-where!

Called up & checked her out... Just imported and complianced, still registered in Japan till 2012... Full service history, in Japanese of course.

Compliance papers and road worthy certificate ready to go! New set of low profile tyres 225 front, 255 back 19inch deep dish rims...

Amp with 2x 10inch Subs in the boot running off a 7inch LCD Pioneer Stereo with TV, GPS and Stacker! And just kept getting better!

I didn't know stuff all about turbos but the R34 Skyline was my "realistic" dream car. But after seeing it for the first time, I knew it was mine...

It looks so damn fat at the back with them big fat wheels, I almost creamed myself! By this point there's was no going back!

Still we went for a quick boost up the freeway and back... I had no cash for deposit, lol... I told the guy I want, I don't care how!!!

Lucky for me I got a loan through the bank, no worries... After taking 3 days to get a loan, I couldn't wait any longer...

I drove over 200km to get a bank cheque on a Saturday and picked her up! I was Soooooo, damn excited and nervous at the same time.

I almost couldn't get myself together to drive it home! I couldn't believe I was taking home a R34 Skyline!!!

I feel sorry for 4 door owners as it just makes the car look wrong. I have to say if your going to get a Skyline get a coupe!

Not only will it look better but it'll be cheaper to insure and register! Surprisingly for me the Skyline was the cheapest of all my cars.

As for parts and maintenance... In the last 2 years I've spent a third of the amount on the Skyline compared to my HX Holden!

So long as you take it easy and don't allow the turbo to wind up you can get really good economy. The other day I did around,

160 to 180km on a quarter of a tank, BUT in the last 30km a race broke out between 4 cars and I used another quarter in that distance.

I only ever use BP Ultimate fuel & service every 5,000km with Motul Turbolight... Wash, Polish & Detail every Weekend if not more...

More people look at my car than a HSV or $100k plus luxury Mercedes and it's a fraction of the price! It just has the X factor!

These days I'll race anyone in anything, anywhere... Yesterday I was racing a CBR250 sitting on around 180km/p through corners.

Didn't wanna push him too hard, he was still on he's L's... Most people wont even try me, often I pace myself with them...

Rarely am I challenged or beaten... I'll smash a VE SS or WRX... But not too long ago I finally come across the White Maloo

thats been getting around town. Conveniently we come to a red light side by side... I rev him up, Let Go! Lights turn green...

Started off bout even till i got into 3rd and he just launched, I look I'm doing bout 160 and he just keeps going...

He got such a lead, I wash crushed! But have to consider that the Maloo is worth about $75k and has over 300kw...

The R34 Skyline was also ahead of it's time with traction control, stability management, ABS, air bags, cambered steering,

all wheel steering, electronic LSD diff, independent rear suspension and more... Where today's Fords and Holdens are only

starting to come out with these features as an optional extra! My R34 has tiptronic as serves me well and still smashes 99.9%

of the chumps I come across, would only need a manual for more serious driving, depends what you would really prefer...

I'd prefer manual so I could control the drift a bit better as I find the tiptronic takes to long to change gear, but I was getting a bargain.

Anyways I think I've said enough for one night...

sounds like its only a matter of time before your car has a sleep over for 28 days... :spank:

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hey guys im new to this just want to know a few answers to some questions thinking of getting a skyline but still not convinced enough and would like to know a few things and stuff sorry if its a repost but yea im new to this forum.

skyline i have in mind is an R34 non turbo im currently on my P's tho but yea its my choice to get one

1. which R34 is better a 4 door or 2 door? - your choice. personal opinion

2. whats it like petrol wise does it chew through petrol quick or is it reasonable depends how you drive. - average costs for n/a 6

3. manual, auto or tiptronic do you find better? - your choice. i prefer manual, more fun but it's not a daily in traffic

4. how much would i be looking at roughly for rego and insurance im with racq if that helps at all - call them ffs

5. are there any faults or problems that are common in these cars? - search, coilpacks mainly.. nothing to stress about

6. how much would repairs be roughly? - are you kidding??? 10 million dollars..

7. is it better to import it or buy it here already? - look here, you can inspect the car personally

money is not a factor for me just want to know a rough idea, and any other stuff i should know about them would be helpful. - skylines don't make you popular and the only pussy you may pick up is a slapper

thanks in advance guys

HELL YEA IS WORTH IT!!!

blah blah blah

Don't listen to this wanker.. Cool story bro

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HELL YEA IS WORTH IT!!!

I've had my R34 for 2 years now and I have to say I'm yet to get sick of it... I've always and still do have V8 holdens, a HX 350 (5.7ltr) and a VK 308 (5.0ltr)...

After turning 25 I thought I'd spoil myself and get something different. I decided to limit myself around $20k as I can get carried away...

It was destiny! After searching for just a couple of days on carpoint.com.au or carsales.com.au, I listing magically appeared!

"R34 GT Skyline Coupe $16,500" This was too good to be true... Most people wanted $22k to $25k for something like that at that time...

The best thing was, it was located just 15min up the road. Mind you I live in the country almost in the middle of no-where!

Called up & checked her out... Just imported and complianced, still registered in Japan till 2012... Full service history, in Japanese of course.

Compliance papers and road worthy certificate ready to go! New set of low profile tyres 225 front, 255 back 19inch deep dish rims...

Amp with 2x 10inch Subs in the boot running off a 7inch LCD Pioneer Stereo with TV, GPS and Stacker! And just kept getting better!

I didn't know stuff all about turbos but the R34 Skyline was my "realistic" dream car. But after seeing it for the first time, I knew it was mine...

It looks so damn fat at the back with them big fat wheels, I almost creamed myself! By this point there's was no going back!

Still we went for a quick boost up the freeway and back... I had no cash for deposit, lol... I told the guy I want, I don't care how!!!

Lucky for me I got a loan through the bank, no worries... After taking 3 days to get a loan, I couldn't wait any longer...

I drove over 200km to get a bank cheque on a Saturday and picked her up! I was Soooooo, damn excited and nervous at the same time.

I almost couldn't get myself together to drive it home! I couldn't believe I was taking home a R34 Skyline!!!

I feel sorry for 4 door owners as it just makes the car look wrong. I have to say if your going to get a Skyline get a coupe!

Not only will it look better but it'll be cheaper to insure and register! Surprisingly for me the Skyline was the cheapest of all my cars.

As for parts and maintenance... In the last 2 years I've spent a third of the amount on the Skyline compared to my HX Holden!

So long as you take it easy and don't allow the turbo to wind up you can get really good economy. The other day I did around,

160 to 180km on a quarter of a tank, BUT in the last 30km a race broke out between 4 cars and I used another quarter in that distance.

I only ever use BP Ultimate fuel & service every 5,000km with Motul Turbolight... Wash, Polish & Detail every Weekend if not more...

More people look at my car than a HSV or $100k plus luxury Mercedes and it's a fraction of the price! It just has the X factor!

These days I'll race anyone in anything, anywhere... Yesterday I was racing a CBR250 sitting on around 180km/p through corners.

Didn't wanna push him too hard, he was still on he's L's... Most people wont even try me, often I pace myself with them...

Rarely am I challenged or beaten... I'll smash a VE SS or WRX... But not too long ago I finally come across the White Maloo

thats been getting around town. Conveniently we come to a red light side by side... I rev him up, Let Go! Lights turn green...

Started off bout even till i got into 3rd and he just launched, I look I'm doing bout 160 and he just keeps going...

He got such a lead, I wash crushed! But have to consider that the Maloo is worth about $75k and has over 300kw...

The R34 Skyline was also ahead of it's time with traction control, stability management, ABS, air bags, cambered steering,

all wheel steering, electronic LSD diff, independent rear suspension and more... Where today's Fords and Holdens are only

starting to come out with these features as an optional extra! My R34 has tiptronic as serves me well and still smashes 99.9%

of the chumps I come across, would only need a manual for more serious driving, depends what you would really prefer...

I'd prefer manual so I could control the drift a bit better as I find the tiptronic takes to long to change gear, but I was getting a bargain.

Anyways I think I've said enough for one night...

hate to break it to you sweetheart but a maloo only has 300kw at the motor... it's more like 250rwkw tops.

also driving like that is f**king stupid and you give everyone here a bad name.... go back to your boganmobiles

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