For sale: 1964 Convertible
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The GTS2 was based on the standard RB30E 3.0l (2962cc) fuel injected SOHC engine (as used in many other Australian R31 skylines), however, several modifications were made to the engine accessories to increase power, including increasing the power above the previous generation GTS1. Modifications to the engine included many of the same elements as applied to the GTS1, such as the 2.25 inch stainless steel extractors / exhaust system, a stage 1 re-profiled camshaft (developed by Wade Engineering in Melbourne)17 and an oil cooler. Nismo Australia reportedly also assisted with the design and development of the engine improvements.12 Additional work on the GTS2 was undertaken to the camshaft and engine head, altering the valve timing along with the introduction of the piggyback ECU (i.e., an ECU which worked with the pre-existing Nissan unit as an auxiliary). The engine had the same compression ratio as the GTS1 of 9.0:1, but now produced 10kw more power. The GTS2 produced 140kw @ 5,600rpm, and 270Nm of torque @ 4,400rpm. This provided for a 0 – 100 sprint in 8.9 seconds (9.2 seconds for the automatic) - results vary depending on source, and a top speed of 220km/h.
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- The GTS2 SVD engine can be identified by the semi-gloss black rocker cover with embossed red stripe and red Nissan text.
- Returned springs, bilstein gas dampers, 27mm front sway bar (vs 25mm on the standard car). The Fred Gibson Racing Team (Gibson Motorsport) was involved in the suspension setup development.
- Speed-sensitive power assisted steering.
- Yokohama 215/55 VR tyres mounted on white 16 x 7 inch 6-spoke alloy wheels.
- Larger front disc brakes than the standard car, and upgraded pads all-round. The GTS1 received the GTS-R disc brake package (discs / rotors and callipers) at the front (outer diameter 274mm x 22mm rotors / Inner diameter 60.6mm x 22mm). The model number for these GTS-R brakes is CL28VB. Rear discs are 260mm x 10mm in diameter. The GTS1 and GTS2 also had a revised master cylinder design (split point).
- Available as a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmissions had a final drive ration of 3.7:1, and the auto 3.9:1. The automatic transmission was fitted with an auxiliary transmission oil cooler.
- A limited slip differential was fitted standard.
- Inbuilt alarm system and comprehensive digital trip computer was a standard feature.
- Central locking, power windows and cruise control were deleted from the GTS1 to keep costs and weight down.
- Full flow oil cooler system
- Spare wheel was a 6JJ x 15 inch steel rim, fitted with a 205/65 HR15 tyres.
Vehicle location
United States , Oklahoma , Norman
Unfortunately we haven't been able to get the VIN details for this one, but note it was advertised in late 2022 asking $35,000 on Facebook marketplace, located in Oklahoma USA. Burgundy looks great on these cars - most convertibles seem to be finished in a brighter red..
The seller at the time noted that the car has been recently restored, has an R-1 engine (cloned as R1 Super Lark). It has power steering, power brakes, and factory air conditioning.
Great to see another on the register, but this one has sat there at $35k for a while so the price may have to drop a bit to see it shift (which is a shame, as it's totally worth it for such a rare convertible as a Mustang alternative).
A big number of Daytonas are now on classic register - see a few at the links below. See the original listing here.