1987 Nissan Skyline on Cars & Bids is the GT-R's long-lost cousin
; it took the form of an upmarket sedan whose design was vaguely reminiscent of an American car's. The lineup began shifting towards performance when the elegant, Michelotti-designed Skyline Sports made its debut in 1962 , but the GT-R nameplate didn't appear until theBy that point, Prince was history; it merged with Nissan in 1966. Several of its nameplates lived on including Skyline, Gloria, and Homy.
Painted in dark gray metallic, it's a four-door hardtop so it has a gorgeous pillarless design that adds a touch of flair without veering into ostentatious territory. Its boxy lines exemplify the styling trends of the 1980s, but it's fairly interesting to look at: The rear end notably features the four round lights that characterized its predecessors, its successors, and, later, the born-again GT-R.
Beyond the design, part of this Skyline's appeal is that it looks like a real survivor. It has covered about 97,800 kilometers since new, it hasn't been modified, and it appears to be in better shape than the average 36-year-old sedan — it's even still fitted with its four plastic hubcaps. The cabin features comfortable-looking seats upholstered in blue velour and the factory-fitted cassette player. Pop the hood and you'll spot a 2.
Nissan never sold this version of the Skyline in the United States, so finding one on this side of the Pacific is easier said than done. The one being on Cars & Bids is titled in Maryland, and it's being offered with no reserve, so the highest bidder will take it home.
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