1990 Nissan Skyline Executive review from Australia and New Zealand

-The high pressure line leading to the power steering pump blew soon after I bought it, but this was relatively easy to fix. Furthermore, no harm came to the pump even after running without fluid.

-Dampers are near dead, but then again, they're the original items.

-Gearbox stripped the overdrive (4th) gear at 270,000km

(Replaced with a reconditioned box for 700 including labour)

For a car that was already 14 years old when I bought it, it's an absolute gem. Quite reliable, although a bit heavy on fuel (the autos were always dismal for MPG!)

It performs quite well, weighing in at around 1,400kg. It can outdo commodores from the same era (I make this comparison because the VL commodore used the same motor). However, if you're after real Skyline performance, go for the R32!

The Australian version of the R31 was always a family saloon-- it performs well and handles brilliantly for its class, but it's thirsty!. Interior and boot space in general is good, but Falcons and Commodores are better in that aspect. The rear bench seat is designed for three, but fits two in practice.

As I've got the base model, I can't really complain about the interior. The executive was *supposed* to be bland. Personally, for the price nowadays, you can't go wrong with the Silhouette version.