Need help with R33 GTS-T Series II M-Spec

[GTS-TOY]

Hey All,

I'm looking at buying a second hand R33 GTS-T Series II M-Spec Skyline, its being sold for $20000 with 60000km's which I think is alright? but I must admit I dont know all too much about the R33 Series II.

Also, as I am going to be new to owning a Skyline is there anything I should know or look out for when buying a second hand skyline? are there any common problems or unforseen costs that eventually pop up with these cars?

I'm really looking forward to owning my first skyline but I dont want it to send me broke! and i'll need money for modifications, so if there is any hidden costs generally associated with the R33 Series II or R33 GTS-Ts in general, could you guys post it up and let me know, the more feedback on buying a skyline the better

CHEERS!!

[R33S2]

they are a well made vehicle that require a oil change every 5000ks. I have changed my O2 sensor http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...ead.php?t=43095 and gained some extra ltr/km apart from that I've had some minor electrical problems that seemed bad but were easily fixed. Look for anything you would normally look for.

[nmcmahon83]

There is one thing that always rears its ugly head in skylines i've noticed....

THE ETERNAL DESIRE TO MODIFY IT! Beware, they can very quickly burn a hole in your pocket

[ECR033]

I think the price is pretty much on the mark for a Series II.

Check this thread out as well. I found it pretty useful when I was buying my Skyline and it should answer most of your questions.

Good luck.

[GTS-TOY]

:headspin: I know what you mean about modifying I go modify crazy!

I use to have a 97 Lancer GLi (i know i know) and I got the modifying bug with that, but when my brother got a WRX and I had a drive, I realised I wanted a turbo

Thanks for the help with the oil change info, and i'll check out that other post!

Anyone know who has the highest octane rating fuel?

Is it BP's 98 or Shell's Optimax?

or is there a fuel additive I should use (like avgas [but thats illegal]) to get the fuel running premium?

[DaGr81]

its shell at 98.6 but shell sux for sum reason it doesnt perform, octane isnt the only thing u shud be looking for in a fuel mate also 20grand for a series 2 with 60000kms is ok, id bargain them down to around 18 if possible any savings is well worth its weight in modifications

[GTS-TOY]

its shell at 98.6 but shell sux for sum reason it doesnt perform, octane isnt the only thing u shud be looking for in a fuel mate also 20grand for a series 2 with 60000kms is ok, id bargain them down to around 18 if possible any savings is well worth its weight in modifications

What fuel do you think is best for the Skyline - and what should I be looking for in the fuel ?

Yeah I am hoping to bargain down to around 18000 - 2000 worth of modifications to the engine bay would go down a treat!!

[nmcmahon83]

The general consensus is that BP Ultimate is the best, followed by Mobil 8000 ad then Optimax... But I have also noticed it varies from state to state... As far as I know (from what people have said on here) Optimax has additives in it to reach 98 octane where as bp and mobil are refined to 98... how true that is i don't know... but thats the general gist as far as fuel goes.

[Dush]

So wait??.. whats is the BEST fule to be used on a R33 Skyline GTS-T??

I thought Optimax was the way to go?

[rukus]

ive used optimax, vortex98, and bp ultimate..

couldnt really tell the difference between them in performance..

[benm]

I agree with Rukus.

GTS-T0Y: I just sold my S1.5 R33 GTS-t my best advice is take someone with you that knows Skylines. Not knows them as in knows the visual difference between an R32 and R33 but someone that has either previously owned or currently owns the car you are looking at.

Way too many people get caught up in the "omg im buying a skyline" and forget to do the simple things.

[GTS-TOY]

Thanks for all your help - this has helped me immensely with my intention to buy a Skyline. Unfortunately I do not know anyone that has owned a Skyline as yet - WRX, 200SX, Pulsar GTi-R, but no skyline

I'll print off the Skyline (what to look for) notes that was supplied in another thread and referred to in one of the posts in this thread. As for fuel - i'd probably have to go Optimax because of the 4c p/litre off through Coles

Unfortunately im sure you can all pledge that a 2.5L in line 6 turbo is going to eat fuel, esp if you have a heavy foot....

Thanks for all your help guys

[benm]

If you are going to live off 4c/L coupons start looking for a different car, petrol is only going to go up n up.

[R33S2]

Another thing is you should change the oil filter every 10,000ks. I was told by my tuner to only use BP ultimate.