Prince Skyline GT S54
The 1965 Prince Skyline GT S54 represents a pivotal moment in Japanese automotive history. Built by Prince Motor Company before its 1966 merger with Nissan, the S54 featured a sophisticated 2.0-liter inline-six with triple Weber carburetors producing 105 horsepower. The GT dominated Japanese touring car racing in the mid-1960s, with victories cementing Prince's reputation for building serious performance machines. Only 1,945 units were produced, making it one of the rarest and most significant Japanese classics, directly laying the groundwork for the legendary Skyline GT-R lineage that would emerge just a few years later.
Extremely rare outside Japan with fewer than 2,000 built. Verify matching-numbers engine with triple Weber carburetors. Check for rust in floor pans and rear wheel arches. Original parts are nearly impossible to find. Many were raced, so inspect chassis for damage. Racing provenance adds significant value.
Built by Prince Motor Company at their Ogikubo plant in Tokyo. Production ended when Prince merged with Nissan in August 1966. The S54 was the first Skyline to wear the GT badge.