Nissan Silvia Spec R S15 1999
£13,000
11/06/26
CAR OVERVIEW
Nissan Silvia Spec R S15 1999
Overview
The Nissan Silvia Spec R S15 remains one of the most desirable Japanese performance cars ever produced and continues to attract enthusiasts across the globe. Finished in Black with a Dark Grey Interior, this 1999 example combines the iconic styling of the final Silvia generation with a selection of tasteful performance modifications that enhance both appearance and driving enjoyment.
Showing 156,633km (97,327 miles) from new, this S15 has received an R Grade auction rating due to previous repairs recorded by the auction house. However, as the auction sheet and photographs demonstrate, the vehicle presents well overall and benefits from a strong enthusiast specification. For many buyers, an R Grade S15 offers one of the most affordable routes into ownership of a genuine Spec R while values continue to rise worldwide.
With USA import eligibility now adding significant demand to the market, the Nissan Silvia Spec R S15 has become one of the most sought-after modern Japanese classics.
Auction Details
- Auction House: Osaka
- Auction Date: 12 June 2026
- Lot Number: 30107
- Auction Grade: R
- Interior Grade: C
- Mileage: 156,633km
- Mileage: 97,327 miles
- Auction Start Price: £12,000
- Autoselecta Guide Price: £13,000 to £14,500
Bids must be submitted before 9pm UK time on the evening prior to auction.
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Vehicle Details
- Make: Nissan
- Model: Silvia Spec R
- Chassis Code: S15
- Registration Date: July 1999
- Engine: SR20DET Turbocharged Inline Four
- Displacement: 2.0 Litre
- Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
- Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
- Exterior Colour: Black (KH3)
- Interior Colour: Dark Interior
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seats: 4
Features And Modifications
This Silvia benefits from a range of popular aftermarket upgrades recorded on the auction sheet.
- BLITZ Performance Exhaust System
- BLITZ Front Mount Intercooler
- TEIN Adjustable Suspension
- Front Strut Tower Bar
- HKS Air Cleaner
- Aftermarket Aero Components
- Aftermarket Alloy Wheels
- Additional Boost Gauges
- Performance Lowered Suspension
- Aftermarket Navigation And Television System
These modifications reflect the type of upgrades enthusiasts typically seek when purchasing an S15 and help preserve the car’s reputation as one of the most capable rear wheel drive sports coupes of its generation.
Why The World Loves The Nissan Silvia S15
The S15 Silvia was the final chapter in Nissan’s legendary Silvia story and is widely regarded as the best version ever produced.
Its combination of lightweight construction, sharp styling, turbocharged performance and rear wheel drive balance created a car that became a global icon. The SR20DET engine responds exceptionally well to modification while the chassis remains one of the most rewarding platforms for spirited road driving, track use and drifting.
The S15 also benefited from significant improvements over previous Silvia generations, including a stiffer chassis, improved suspension geometry and more aggressive styling.
Today it remains one of the most recognisable Japanese performance cars ever built and continues to feature heavily throughout motorsport, drifting culture and enthusiast communities worldwide.
USA Import Eligible
The Nissan Silvia Spec R S15 is now eligible for import into the United States, creating significant additional demand from American enthusiasts.
For years the S15 was unavailable to US buyers, making it one of the most anticipated Japanese imports of recent times. As more examples enter the American market, values continue to strengthen and demand remains exceptionally high.
Autoselecta can assist with:
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- Export Documentation
- Container Or RoRo Shipping
- US Customs Clearance
- Delivery Throughout The United States
Condition Overview
The auction grade reflects previous repairs recorded by the auction house rather than current presentation alone.
The vehicle appears to present well overall and benefits from a sensible enthusiast specification. Cosmetic wear is consistent with age, mileage and intended use.
For buyers seeking a genuine Spec R S15 that can be enjoyed immediately without paying the premium often associated with lower mileage collector examples, this represents an attractive opportunity.
Auction Inspector Notes
- Previous repair history recorded
- Right side member section replaced
- Core support replaced
- Front support replaced
- Aftermarket bumper fitted
- Steering wheel wear
- Water ingress previously noted within the interior
- Seat wear present
- Various repaired paint areas
- Studless tyres fitted
- Engine bay surface rust and corrosion
- Door mirror paint wear
- Underside surface rust
- Rear wiper missing
Auction Diagram Translation
- A1 Small Scratch
- A2 Scratch
- U2 Dent
- S1 Rust
- P Repainted Area
- XX Replaced Panels
The auction sheet records an S1 rust marking, which according to Japanese auction grading standards indicates light surface rust only rather than structural corrosion. Several small dents and cosmetic imperfections are also recorded, consistent with the vehicle’s age and use.
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AUCTION CAUTION NOTES
CAR OVERVIEW
A1- Small scratch
A2- Scratch
A3- Large scratch
E1- Few dimples
E2- Many dimples
E3- Heavy dimples
U1- Small dent
U2- Dent
U3- Large dent
W1- Repair mark / wave
W2- Wavy panel
S1- Rust
S2- Heavy rust
C1- Corrosion
P- Paint marked / faded
H- Faded / need polish
X- Element requires replacement
XX- Replaced after accident
*- Light scratch / polish
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