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Top 10 Alternatives to the Nissan Skyline GT-R that You Can Actually Afford

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Skyline GT-R Alternatives

The Skyline GT-R has always been the pinnacle of Nissan’s engineering and therefore demanded a high price. However, in the last decade, the price has skyrocketed way beyond the normal man’s price range. Therefore, we’ve created a list of the top 10 cheap Nissan Skyline GT-R alternatives that anyone can get their hands on right now.

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    1. Honda Prelude
    1. Mazda RX-8
    1. Nissan Silvia
    1. Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST205)
    1. Subaru WRX Impreza STI
    1. Nissan Fairlady Z (300ZX)
    1. Toyota Soarer
    1. Nissan Skyline GTS-25T
    1. Mitsubishi GTO (3000GT)
    1. Nissan Stagea

While we wouldn’t consider these JDM cars to be Nissan Skyline look-alikes, they are definitely cheaper fun alternatives.

10. Honda Prelude

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JDM 1988 Honda Prelude XX for sale

	1988 Honda Prelude XX


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            Virginia, [USA](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/united-states/)


        **5 days ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 55,204km


    ** Duncan Imports & Classic Cars


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$13,335 USD USD Estimated

JDM 1978 Honda Prelude for sale

	1978 Honda Prelude


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            Virginia, [USA](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/united-states/)


        **5 days ago


            ** Manual


            ** 66,027km


    ** Duncan Imports & Classic Cars


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$17,786 USD USD Estimated

JDM 1982 Honda Prelude XR for sale

	1982 Honda Prelude XR


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            Virginia, [USA](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/united-states/)


        **5 days ago


            ** Manual


            ** 35,995km


    ** Duncan Imports & Classic Cars


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$24,777 USD USD Estimated

This is yet another forgotten car from the ’90s. Back then, Prelude’s were everywhere, which is why you can get a second or third-generation Prelude for substantially less than what a GT-R costs. Granted, the Prelude will have nowhere the performance that Godzilla has, but the top-of-the-line SIR V-Tec JDM Prelude makes a respectable 217hp, making it great fun to drive on city streets.

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9. Mazda RX-8

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JDM Mazda RX-8 Type E for sale

	Mazda RX-8 Type E


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **1 week ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 93,000km


    ** Winmans Group


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$4,300 USD USD Estimated

JDM Mazda RX-8 Prestige Limited II for sale

	Mazda RX-8 Prestige Limited II


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 months ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 57,000km


    ** Winmans Group


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$4,400 USD USD Estimated

JDM Mazda RX-8 base for sale

	Mazda RX-8 base


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 months ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 93,000km


    ** Winmans Group


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$5,100 USD USD Estimated

We had to include a rotary engine car on this list. The RX-8 was Mazda’s attempt to try and capture the same popularity the RX-7 had with the RX-8. Sadly, however, that never happened. Poor sales, horrible gas mileage, and unreliable engines made for low demand. That being said, you can still find good examples starting at around $6,000 that you have a lot of fun with.

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8. Nissan Silvia

Nissan Silvia via Favcars

			Negotiable

	NISSAN Silvia JS12 R-X CA18DE cab AC PS PW 2WD


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 years ago


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$10,416 USD USD Estimated

	Nissan Silvia S13 Qs 1989 November


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 81km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$11,739 USD USD Estimated

JDM Silvia Spec S G Package for sale

	Silvia Spec S G Package


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 weeks ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 176,270km


    ** Winmans Group


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$12,000 USD USD Estimated

This is a great alternative for those who want a fast and fun vehicle that doesn’t cost a fortune. Fortunately, the S14 Silvia provides a great driving experience at a fraction of the price. Plenty of them was made and prices start at just under $5,000.

Read our Nissan Silvia Buying Guide

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7. Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST205)

Toyota Celica GT-Four via Favcars

	Toyota Celica ST202  SS-2 March 1995


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 163km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$3,197 USD USD Estimated

	Toyota Celica  SS-III ST202 May 1999


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **1 year ago


            ** Manual


            ** 172,000km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$6,120 USD USD Estimated

	2000 Toyota Celica SS-2S Super Strut Package


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            Florida, [USA](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/united-states/)


        **1 week ago


            ** Manual


            ** 156,000km


    ** JDM SuperMotors Inc


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$11,995 USD USD Estimated

Bred to be a race-winning rally car, the Celica GT-Four is starting to rise in price thanks to its AWD system and 3S-GTE engine that produces 242hp. Prices start in the low teens, making it a bargain compared to the GT-R.

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6. Subaru WRX Impreza STI

Subaru WRX Impreza STI via Favcars

	Subaru Impreza WRX Wagon Version II 1996


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 weeks ago


            ** Manual


            ** 131,000km


    ** J-Cars Co., Ltd.


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$8,710 USD$7,860 USD USD

	Subaru Impreza GC8


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 160km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$11,364 USD USD Estimated

JDM Subaru Impreza WRX STi for sale

	Subaru Impreza WRX STi


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 weeks ago


    ** Winmans Group


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$11,400 USD USD Estimated

The WRX STI is truly a lot of cars for the money. Starting around the $5,500 mark, you get the famous Subaru AWD system combined with a four-cylinder turbo boxer engine that, if modified properly, can give the GT-R a run for its money.

Read our Subaru Impreza Buying Guide

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5. Nissan Fairlady Z (300ZX)

Nissan Fairlady Z (300ZX) via Favcars

JDM Nissan Fairlady Z versionT for sale

	Nissan Fairlady Z versionT


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 weeks ago


    ** Winmans Group


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$5,500 USD USD Estimated

JDM Nissan Fairlady Z version T for sale

	Nissan Fairlady Z version T


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 weeks ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 111,000km


    ** Winmans Group


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$6,600 USD USD Estimated

JDM Nissan Fairlady Z base for sale

	Nissan Fairlady Z base


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **1 month ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 93,000km


    ** Winmans Group


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$7,000 USD USD Estimated

Another Nissan that can compete with, well, the Nissan Skyline GT-R is the Fairlady Z, just at a much lower price. Granted, it was never offered with AWD, but it did come with an optional twin-turbo V6. Prices have steadily gone up in the last few years for the 300ZX, so if you’re in the market for one, we suggest buying one before they get out of reach.

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4. Toyota Soarer

Toyota Soarer via Favcars

JDM Toyota Soarer 2.5GT-T for sale

	Toyota Soarer 2.5GT-T


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            Tokyo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **7 months ago


    ** Winmans Group


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$16,600 USD USD Estimated

JDM 1992 Toyota Soarer 1JZ-GTE Twin TURBO 2.5L I6 AT 95000 mi for sale

	1992 Toyota Soarer 1JZ-GTE Twin TURBO 2.5L I6 AT 95000 mi


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            [United States](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/united-states/)


        **7 months ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 152,888km


    ** Winmans Group


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This two-door Toyota is vastly underrated. It came with the same 2JZ engine found in the Supra but in a much more comfortable package. These cars can be had with a starting of just over $5,000, so they make for a great GT-R alternative.

Read our Toyota Soarer Buying Guide

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3. Nissan Skyline GTS-25T

Nissan Skyline GTS-25T via Bringatrailer

	Nissan Skyline HR34  G.T. april 2000


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **10 months ago


            ** Manual


            ** 95,000km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$7,500 USD USD Estimated

	Nissan Skyline  GT 2001 MT5


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Manual


            ** 174km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$7,862 USD USD Estimated

	Nissan Skyline GTS HR32 June 1991


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 80km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$8,275 USD USD Estimated

Just one trim level under the famous GT-R, the GTS-25T came with the turbocharged RB25DET that made 247 hp from the factory. In addition, this Skyline can be had at a fraction of what a genuine GT-R costs.

Read our Nissan Skyline Buying Guide

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2. Mitsubishi GTO (3000GT)

Mitsubishi GTO (3000GT) via Favcars

			Negotiable

	MITSUBISHI GTO Z15A 1996 September


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **3 years ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 112km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$7,196 USD USD Estimated

	Mitsubishi GTO Z16A 3.0 4WD


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **2 years ago


            ** Manual


            ** 51km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$16,500 USD USD Estimated

Another great alternative for the GT-R is this Mitsubishi 3000 GT, or GTO as it’s known in Japan. Like the Skyline, the 3000 GT is also part of the AWD, turbo club and it can be found at a much lower starting price.

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1. Nissan Stagea

Nissan Stagea via Favcars

	Nissan Stagea WGC34  25RS April 1999


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **1 year ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 222km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$2,882 USD USD Estimated

	Nissan Stagea WGC34 25X December 1996


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **1 year ago


            ** Manual


            ** 115km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$4,117 USD USD Estimated

	Nissan Stagea WGNC34,25RSFOUR Prime Edition,December 1999


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            Hyogo, [Japan](https://www.jdmbuysell.com/blog/for-sale-location/japan/)


        **11 months ago


            ** Automatic


            ** 182,000km


    ** Alpine Japan Co. Ltd


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$4,703 USD USD Estimated

The Nissan Stagea is often referred to as the “Skyline wagon” and for good reason. It has all the Skyline’s mechanical parts over a wagon body, and if you can get your hands on the RS-Four Stagea, you will get the very same RB26DETT engine found in “Godzilla”. Prices are also substantially lower than an actual GT-R.

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