Time Micro 1/64 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR Nismo 23 TM644137

Nissan Skyline R32 GTR Nismo 23 TM644137

The Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R, the vehicle that famously earned the nickname "Godzilla" for its earth-shattering dominance in Group A racing, reached its apex form in the rare, track-focused GT-R Nismo. Produced strictly for homologation purposes—a requirement to legitimize specific aerodynamic and performance parts for the competitive racing field—only 560 units were ever manufactured. This limited edition was a thinly veiled racer: it retained the legendary ATTESA E-TS AWD and the twin-turbo RB26DETT engine but introduced crucial differences, shedding approximately 30 pounds by omitting ABS and the rear wiper, and utilizing specialized Garrett turbochargers with steel turbine wheels. The resulting car was the purest expression of Nissan’s motorsport intent. While any Nismo R32 is deeply coveted by enthusiasts, a specific unit like '23' holds particular reverence, representing a foundational piece of JDM history where engineering supremacy was forged not for the showroom, but for the unwavering demands of the racetrack.