yes there are auto versions..
clearly you haven't looked at carsales as there is 8 for sale at the moment..
http://www.carsales....ax&N=4294738991
apart from the colour it fits your needs
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/nissan-skyline-1996-12808063?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=7&eapi=2&__N=4294738991%201246%201247%201252%201282%204294963846%204294963593%20900%201216&silo=Stock&Range=Year:Min,Max&sort=default
whilst skylines are great fun i would take the time to do some reading on this site.. mainly the FAQ's and technical sections as this will give you an idea of common problems etc.. I would suggest getting a cheap 4 cylinder daily until you are off your P plates. r32's and r33's are getting quite old and can be a headache if the car isn't in good condition.. If money isn't a problem then go for gold.. Just don't be like most P platers in auto non turbo skylines who think they are boy racers..