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Hey guys I have just joined the forum and have to say its great, I am looking to buy a skyline GTR R33 V-SPEC, but would like to know what things I should look for so that I don't get ripped off.

Anyone have any suggestions like common problems that I should be aware of when buying, also any reliable importers?

Thanks

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Could always get an NRMA road test done on it... if it's bought through a dealer that shouldn't be a prob.

My dad said something about checking the suspension or something like that to see the wear on the car to make sure the odometre wasn't wound back illegally, cause apparently that happens a lot.

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i dont know about NRMA/RACQ, but i got my liner checked out by a performance vehicle mob before i bought it

they identified a heap of small problems that i took back to the dealer and got fixed before the car left the yard

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Check that it is a VSpec - and doesn't just have the $45 sticker upgrade. PM me your email and I'll send you the HPI VSpec spotters guide.

HPI had a 'what to look for when buying a Skyline' article a while back. Will look what issue it was in.

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I'm sure Ben won't mind :)

hpi_vspec1.jpg

hpi_vspec2.jpg

Then there's the series 1, 2, 3. These are the basic visual differences:

1 - released in 1995

2 - released in 1996:

slightly different dash

twin airbags

3 - released in 1997:

xenon front lamps

deeper front lip

red-stiched interior

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