by Some cars lose their relevance over time, while others gain a second life due to rarity and nostalgia. The Nissan GT-R balances on the edge of both states. Although the R35 generation has existed for many years with only minor updates, some of its special editions are already beginning to show signs of collectibility. This limited series likely belongs to that category.
Exclusive Version for the US Market
This is about a GT-R called the Skyline Edition, which was introduced for the American market in 2024. Production was limited to just 100 units. The car is painted in Bayside Blue, a color closely associated with the legendary R34 GT-R model.
The initial MSRP was $133,500, which seems reasonable considering the model’s technical heritage and rarity. Judging by recent auctions, some buyers already consider it significantly more valuable.
Auction Frenzy and Unrealized Expectations
One such GT-R Skyline Edition was recently listed for auction on the Cars & Bids platform. The lot attracted significant attention, receiving 46 bids, with the peak reaching $222,000. Despite this impressive sum, which theoretically could have brought the seller an $88,500 profit (excluding commissions and taxes), it did not meet the reserve price set by the owner, and the car remained unsold.
If the heritage paint first catches the eye, it’s the Sora Blue interior that truly sets this GT-R apart from most other R35s. Inside, light blue leather covers sections of the dashboard, door panels, seats, steering wheel, and center console. Open-pore carbon fiber accents add a technical edge to the colorful space.
Technical Equipment and Condition
Nissan also equipped this “Godzilla” with a titanium exhaust system, 20-inch forged Rays wheels, and electronically controlled Bilstein DampTronic shock absorbers. The car, initially delivered to the Riverside Nissan dealer in California, had only 50 miles (80 kilometers) on the odometer at the time of sale.
Like other 2024 GT-R models, this version received a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 565 hp and 633 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed preselective transmission.
It cannot be denied that the R35 has over time stopped keeping pace with competitors in the pure performance race. However, it offers more than enough power for public roads and remains an absolute weapon on the race track.
This case vividly illustrates how limited series of even modern cars can quickly turn into investment objects. The market price begins to live its own life, often detaching from the initial cost. The fact that even a potential profit of nearly $90,000 did not convince the owner to part with the car speaks to the deep subjective value that collectors are beginning to see in such special editions. It may also be a sign of expectations for further value growth over time, when the car finally transitions into the category of rarities.
