Overview

The Nissan Silvia S15 Spec-R Aero represents the final and most refined generation of Nissan’s legendary Silvia sports coupe. Revered by enthusiasts around the world, the S15 combined lightweight design, rear wheel drive balance and turbocharged performance to create one of the most engaging Japanese sports cars of its era.

This example is a 2002 Nissan Silvia Spec-R Aero, finished in Yellow with Dark interior, and showing only 35,436 km. With a strong auction grade of 4.5 and B interior, the vehicle presents as an exceptionally well-preserved example of a model that has become increasingly sought after by collectors.

The S15 Silvia played a huge role in the global popularity of Japanese performance cars. Featured heavily in motorsport, tuning culture and video games throughout the early 2000s, the Spec-R Aero variant is widely considered the most desirable factory version thanks to its turbocharged engine and aggressive factory aero styling.

Chassis number

• S15-035279

Auction grade

• Overall grade 4.5
• Interior grade B

Mileage

• 35,436 km
• 22,020 miles

Engine and drivetrain

• 2.0 litre turbocharged SR20DET inline four engine
• Six speed manual transmission
• Rear wheel drive

Registration

• First registered April 2002

Key features and equipment

• Silvia Spec-R performance specification
• SR20DET turbocharged engine
• Six speed manual gearbox
• Factory Aero body package
• Rear spoiler
• Power steering
• Power windows
• Air conditioning
• Factory alloy wheels

Factory options and equipment noted on auction sheet

• One owner vehicle
• Optional body colour trim package
• HID headlights
• Factory aero mirror package
• Six speed manual transmission
• Optional exterior colour specification

Condition overview

The vehicle presents in excellent condition consistent with its strong auction grading. Exterior panels appear well preserved with only minor cosmetic imperfections noted on the inspection diagram. The interior carries a B rating and remains tidy with light wear consistent with age and mileage.

Inspector notes

• Light interior dirt noted
• Instrument panel marks
• Small scratches recorded on exterior panels
• Minor cosmetic dents
• General wear consistent with normal use
• The inspection diagram confirms minor body scratches and small dents but nothing unusual for a vehicle of this age.
• Maintenance and provenance
• One owner vehicle indicated on auction sheet
• Service records referenced on auction documentation
• Owners manuals expected with vehicle documentation

Summary

The Nissan Silvia S15 Spec-R Aero is now widely regarded as one of the most collectible Japanese performance cars of the early 2000s. As the final Silvia generation and the last turbocharged rear wheel drive coupe produced under the Silvia name, demand for clean low mileage examples continues to grow rapidly worldwide.

With just 35,436 km recorded, desirable factory specification and strong auction grading, this example represents a particularly attractive opportunity for collectors. Cars like this rarely appear with such mileage and condition, and the global collector market for S15 Silvias has strengthened significantly in recent years.

For many enthusiasts, the S15 is not just a sports car but a defining icon of the golden era of Japanese performance vehicles.

Auction information

This vehicle will run through auction on 12 March 2026, with bids required to be submitted before 9:00pm GMT (UK time) on 11 March 2026.

The guide starting price is expected to begin around £10,000. However, given the rarity, strong condition and collector demand for S15 Spec-R models, this example could easily exceed £30,000 once bidding becomes competitive.

Autoselecta listing

Autoselecta monitors Japan’s major auction networks daily to identify rare and collectible vehicles that stand out from the thousands listed each week. By highlighting standout cars such as this Silvia Spec-R Aero, Autoselecta helps enthusiasts and collectors access exceptional vehicles directly from the Japanese market.