Nissan S15 Spec S Project

[John_MK5]

Had already posted a few pics in the introduction thread so decided i would post some up here. Picked this up in Japan the other morning. Rough and ready but came in on my budget (which was originally for a beater s13) so im happy enough with the outcome.


The car itself is being imported through Alan McCrory of DriftWizards. Honestly couldnt recommend the guy enough, easy to speak to, good contact and will always do his best. Check DriftWizards out on fb if you need any bits.


Im waiting for the final spec and some more pics from Alan which i should hopefully have soon.


Its not the prettiest now but it will get a full coat of paint once i get it home. I will focus on the bodywork and wheels first then onto the engine.


Some pics and the auction sheet translation.

And the translation: -


Aftermarket alloy wheels
HID
Aftermarket exhaust and air filter.
Turbo timer. (I have no idea why)
Aftermarket gauges.
Sub computer.
Wheel has kerb rash.
Interior dirty.
Aftermarket suspension.
Trunk rear spoiler taken off mark.
Aftermarket front fenders.
Steering wheel faded.
Aftermarket head unit.


Now, the fact its mentioned turbo timer and gauges I'm honestly clutching at straws that its maybe had a DET engine fitted but there was too many other faults to end up listing it, it would be nice but all is not lost if it hasn't. Will just have to wait and see when Alan finds out himself.

 

[euge07]

i hope it was dirt cheap! usually a few cheap spec s on donedeal!
anyway whats the plans? keeping original color?

 

[John_MK5]

It was dirt cheap and there wasnt a spec s between here and England for less than 5k.

Plans: paint it, slam it, power, drift, crash. Then repeat.

 

[jincam]

Id say your on a winner bro especially with the turbo timer, unless the japs are getting sneaky and hoping you noticed it, i had a non turbo one years ago good laugh if i were you id rb25 that biatch,

 

[Shaun]

Even for the price you got it for, it was a bargain either way.

What could you gonna spray it?

Cant wait to see it in a wall at Driftland!

 

[John_MK5]

Even for the price you got it for, it was a bargain either way.

What could you gonna spray it?

Cant wait to see it in a wall at Driftland!

Keeping it the same colour Shaun. I cant wait to rub my front wheels on @chopaholic doors lol

 

[andy.]

Keeping it the same colour Shaun. I cant wait to rub my front wheels on @chopaholic doors lol

that would mean he'd actually have to finish his car!

 

[John_MK5]

So, some of the pics I've received. Haven't the rest uploaded but not much more to show really. Hasn't got a DET but that was a long shot really. The sr20de seems to have an aftermarket plenum, no idea on brand or anything, it also has an apexi avc-r which is worth a good few quid and a 5zigen exhaust system which seems to be good money also. Have a standard spoiler sorted and a good fresh set of Spec R skirts being sent out to me today. Should hopefully have the boat organised soon.

 

[Mogan]

1j same as choppy then? Lol

 

[John_MK5]

Nah just be an sr20det at some stage @Mogan if its not sold before hand. lol

 

[BarryPort]

All the best of luck with it Johnny boy. Hands down the best looking practical car with the right kit on the road for sub £10k

 

[WSK]

Nice, loads of potential, staying same colour?. I would love one of these, or even just a good 14a, looking forward to progress.

 

[John_MK5]

Yep will definately be staying the same colour. Mines doesnt look like much now but its the best color on them once polished/painted up.

 

[WSK]

I was going to say, i havent seen many that colour, its nice, But that picture looks fantastic,hard as nails. Colour is beut there.

 

[John_MK5]

Not much more happening. Took delivery of some Spec R sideskirts with end caps. Bought Defi Boost, Oil Pressure and Water Temp gauges so still waiting on delivery of them. Have also bought an OMP corsica steering wheel and a Compbrake Hydraulic handbrake.

Have two old Sparco kevlar bucket seats that came out of the mk2 escort rally car a while back. There first class seats but a bit tired so will possibly get them recovered and re lacquer the seat backs. Car is now de-registered in Japan and ready for the boat but im holding off until Derek gets the paperwork sorted for his car and we'll ship them home together then have a roadtrip to collect them.

 

[martydumpvalve]

Best of luck with this lad. I would have sold you a spec s for less than 5k lol

 

[PoddyM]

Looking forward to see this project unfold.

 

[John_MK5]

It wouldnt have been what i paid for this tho lol @martydumpvalve

 

[andy_b]

looks to a great base to start of, and plans sounds spot on also! and to hear see came it at budget with a beater s13, its a win win

 

[Tinners]

I can't wait to see this crashing into Dylan's or Ashley's car at Driftland.

 

[sduk]

subbed for updates can't wait to see how it turns out! what date you thinking you will get it over here?

 

[106lad]

Awesome, look forward to seeing what you have planned.

 

[John_MK5]

Cheers. Its sitting waiting for the boat and I think Derek got word his car is now de-registered too. So shouldnt be too long before we get them shipped out.

 

[John_MK5]

Car will be shipped home at the end of the month. Some more pics from the boat yard.

Also, picked up some Spec R side skirts

And tidied up my store for parts collection to continue.

 

[euge07]

at least your handy at painting them so should save you some money