The R32 GTR also known as "Godzilla" due to its domination in racing was introduced in 1989 and it quickly became a legend in car history.
The R32 was powered by a RB26DETT engine, a 2.6-liter inline-six twin-turbocharged powerhouse. Officialy, it had 286 horsepower but it was belived that it had way more. It featured advanced technology like the ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system and HICAS four-wheel steering,that provided better handling and garunteed the best grip.
The R32 Skyline was initially developed to to dominate the FIA Group A class, a dominant form of international stock-body racing at the time. Also, Nissan was racing with the Skyline GTS-R and sought to replace it with a more competitive car, which was the R32.
The R32 won every race it entered in the Japanese Touring Car Championship from 1990 to 1993, claiming five consecutive championship titles. The car also succeeded and triumphed in the Australian Touring Car Championship. It won back to back victories at the prestigious Bathurst 1000 in 1991 and 1992. It got the name "Godzilla" from the Australian press because of its exeptional performance and success in racing.
The R32 provided a massive leap in performance with its RB26DETT engine over it's predecessors. Its twin turbo setup and advanced engineering gave it incredible power and tuning potential. The R32 was also the first GT-R to feature ATTESA E-TS, Nissan's advanced all-wheel-drive system, and HICAS, a four-wheel steering system, both of which significantly improved handling and stability.
The R32 GTR was one of the most successful cars in racing history. Many people strive to own and drive the R32 and the average price for one is around $44,788.