Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34)(diecast 1:64, Fast Speed)
- Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) (from 2001)
- Fast Speed
- 1:64
- Showcase model / No engine
- diecast
- blue
- ebay Buy It Now
- 35,00 EUR
- In near mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
Icon of the late 1990s: tech and context of the original
The miniature model shown here is based on the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34), which is the R34 generation and was built from 1999–2002. The Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) uses the inline six engine RB26DETT with 2.6 liters (0.69 US gallons) displacement, twin parallel turbochargers, intercooling and an officially listed output of 206 kW (280 PS / ~276 hp) under the era’s “Gentlemen’s Agreement” in the Japanese market. In practice the numbers were often higher depending on the version. A key feature of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) is the ATTESA E-TS Pro all-wheel drive with an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch and active torque split; it also has the Super‑HICAS rear-wheel steering, which makes the car especially precise in corners. Power goes through a 6‑speed Getrag manual gearbox, braking is done with large Brembo units. The R34 kept the basic concept from the R33 GT‑R—RB26DETT, AWD and rear steering—but shortened, stiffened and refined it with updated aerodynamics. Inside, the cockpit’s multifunction display stands out, showing boost pressure, oil temps or lap times—a surprisingly advanced driver interface for its time. Special versions like V‑spec, V‑spec II, N1 and Nür focused on different things like aero, cooling, brakes and durability; tuner Nismo later capped the line with the limited Z‑Tune.
Racing ties: GT championship and endurance
The Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) was used mainly in Japan in the All‑Japan GT Championship (JGTC, now Super GT). R34‑based cars ran in the GT500 class against the Toyota Supra and Honda NSX. Teams like Nismo, Hasemi and Kondo Racing ran heavily modified cars with aero kits, uprated RB engines and sequential gearboxes. Known drivers included Erik Comas, Satoshi Motoyama and Michael Krumm, who scored multiple wins and podiums. The combo of AWD, a durable engine and balanced weight made the car competitive on technical tracks. R34s were also used in Super‑Taikyu endurance races and national tuner series, often set up for long‑distance reliability with improved brake cooling and conservative boost management.
Drift and private teams, drivers and tech transfers
Besides GT racing, the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) found its way into drifting and time‑attack events. Because of the AWD layout, many drift builds modified the center differential or converted the car to rear‑wheel drive. Private teams and tyre firms used the R34 as a testbed for suspension and tyre development. Drivers like Masami Kageyama and Michael Krumm were involved in development and testing programs. Many motorsport‑derived parts—bigger intercoolers, ducting, adjustable dampers or extra oil coolers—made their way into road special editions. There isn’t usually a single public face as “the designer” of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34); it came out of Nissan’s in‑house teams focused on stability, quick turbo response and predictable handling.
The 1/64 model by mcmarkchat: details, livery and sponsors
The model shown is a 1/64 scale diecast from Fast Speed and belongs to collector member “mcmarkchat.” It’s a limited edition; the limitation is 1 of 999 worldwide. The miniature copies the well‑known Falken racing livery: a turquoise front area that flows into a strong blue with thin side stripes. The roof and rear are blue, the hood and front bumper turquoise. The hood, doors and roof carry the number “1.” The windshield banner reads FALKEN, as does the top of the rear wing. Sponsor logos are printed on the fenders and side skirts, including A'PEXi, C‑WEST and a BP badge. White five‑spoke wheels with low‑profile tires match the race look, and the brakes are hinted at. Up front the model has clear headlights, yellow fog lamps and a low front lip; at the back the four round taillights of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) are well represented, along with a single exhaust tip and a license plate marked “Falken.” The proportions—short overhangs, a relatively high rear deck and a pronounced spoiler—faithfully capture the silhouette of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34). This 1/64 diecast from Fast Speed shows how precise tampo prints and clean color separation can convey the character of the real car even at a small scale.
Collector facts, manufacturing and shelf placement
For collectors: it’s a 1/64 diecast model by Fast Speed, sturdy enough for handling but detailed enough for display. The edition is explicitly limited to 1 of 999 worldwide. The miniature shows details like separate side mirrors, a two‑tone rear wing with visible supports, contrasting door handles and slightly tinted glazing. The roof striping runs parallel to the car’s length, giving the top view some visual structure. The front with rectangular air intakes and extra fog lamps echoes the V‑spec bumper of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34), and the rear shows the typical four round lights and a center tow hook. Side sponsor decals—FALKEN, A'PEXi, C‑WEST and BP—are crisp and place the model in a tyre/tuner scene. If you collect race or tuner models in this scale, this one sits nicely next to other Skyline generations like the R33. The piece from “mcmarkchat” shows how diecast, accurate decals and clean paintwork can give a high recognition value for the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) even at 1/64—solid, detailed and great for a shelf.
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