Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33
The ultimate R33: a Le Mans-inspired unicorn that broke the 280 PS gentleman's agreement.
- Power
- 400 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.0 s
- Top speed
- 186 mph
- Est. value
- $850k–$1.1m
About the Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33
Developed by Nismo to celebrate Nissan's 24 Hours of Le Mans entry, the 400R is the most extreme road-going iteration of the R33 Skyline GT-R. It features the RB-X GT2 engine, a bored and stroked 2.8-litre unit engineered by REINIK that produces a verified 400 PS, famously ignoring the Japanese manufacturers' voluntary power limit. The chassis is significantly uprated with Bilstein dampers, titanium strut braces, and a carbon fibre driveshaft, while the exterior is marked by a unique Nismo aero kit and LM-GT1 forged wheels. With only 44 units produced, it has transitioned from a digital legend in Gran Turismo to one of the most valuable and sought-after JDM collectibles in the world.
Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 specs
The Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 produces 400 bhp (298 kW) and 469 Nm (346 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.0 seconds and has a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h).
| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Skyline GT-R 400R |
| Generation | R33 |
| Trim | 2.8 |
| Years | 1996–1998 |
| Type | JDM |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Japan |
| Production | About 44 built |
| Engine | 2.8-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,771 cc (2.8 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 400 bhp (298 kW) at 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 469 Nm (346 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 9,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.0 s |
| Top speed | 186 mph (300 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 258 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 worth?
A typical Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 is estimated to be worth $850,000 – $1,100,000 (about £634,000 – £820,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 rarity in CarSpot
The Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Nissan Skyline GT-R 400R R33 fun facts
- The '400R' name stands for 400 horsepower and 'Racing', reflecting its motorsport-derived RB-X GT2 engine.
- Though Nismo originally planned a production run of 100 units, only 44 were ever completed, with just 40 verified to exist today.
- It was the first production car to feature a carbon fibre driveshaft, a technology typically reserved for top-tier racing cars in the mid-1990s.