The 20 best used Japanese cars selected by a British journalist
From high-powered sedans to minicars, the Japanese car scene has become a cult favorite in the UK. Many Japanese cars have crossed the sea and landed in British territory, and have won people’s hearts with the possibility of engine tuning, reliability, and affordable prices.
Whether you want to drift or don’t want to be disappointed, various cars from Japan will meet your wishes.This time, among such Japanese cars, BritishSecondhand carIntroducing a model that can be aimed at relatively cheaply in the market.
1992,mazda・roadsterThe Suzuki Cappuccino, which appeared to compete with thesports caris. Weighing just 679kg, the 660cc turbocharged engine revs to 9300rpm and delivers 64ps of power to the rear wheels via a limited slip differential. 0-100km/h acceleration is about 8 seconds.
If you open the roof, it becomes a genuine open car. On the used car market in the UK, it can fetch as high as £11,000, but a 1994 model with 72,000km will set you back just £3,500. rice field.
The 4th generation Supra (80 series) is a popular car that is on many car enthusiasts’ wish lists. The 3.0L straight-six twin-turbo 2JZ-GTE engine is limited to 280ps in Japanese specifications, but produced 330ps in British specifications. Nowadays, there are many that are tuned to 1000ps or more.
The transmission can be selected from 4-speed AT and 6-speed MT. As for the exterior, it is equipped with 17-inch aluminum wheels, an active front spoiler, and a rear spoiler.
The fourth-generation Supra is becoming a collector’s item and prices continue to climb, starting at around £22,000 for the naturally aspirated model. The 1993 twin-turbo model, with 115,000km and a few modifications, sells for £34,995.
The R33 Skyline is a model located between the R32 and R34, but its large, rounded body like an American car gave it a dull image, and it didn’t receive as much affection as its seniors and juniors.neverthelessGT-RThe is Nissan’s mainstay, and its popularity is fueled by its racing DNA, sophisticated electronics, tuning potential and four-wheel drive. Even today, when the GT-R is traded at a very high price, the “GTS” remains in the shadows.
The GTS-T sold in the UK is a rear-wheel drive model equipped with a 2.5L turbo engine (RB25DET) with a maximum output of 250ps. It can be said that the greatest weapon is the handling unique to FR, and the lightness and ease of handling not found in the big brother GT-R.
In the UK, a car in good condition starts at £19,000, while a rust-free 1998 with 100,000km goes for £21,995.