When can I import a Nissan Skyline 25GT-t R34?
The Nissan Skyline 25GT-t R34 (ER34) was built from 1998 to 2001. Under an age rule, what counts is the month on the car's build plate, so each year below runs from January to December builds. If you don't know the month, plan for December.
Australia
Older vehicle (25-year rule): 25 years from the build date.
| Built | 25 years from build date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | January 2023 to December 2023 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1999 | January 2024 to December 2024 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2000 | January 2025 to December 2025 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2001 | January 2026 to December 2026 | Depends on the build month. Every car built that year is old enough in 46 days |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R34 25GT-t in Australia
New Zealand
20+ year exemption: 20 years from the date of first registration.
| Built | 20 years from first registration | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | January 2018 to December 2018 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1999 | January 2019 to December 2019 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2000 | January 2020 to December 2020 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2001 | January 2021 to December 2021 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R34 25GT-t in New Zealand
United States
25-year exemption (NHTSA): 25 years from the build date.
| Built | 25 years from build date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | January 2023 to December 2023 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1999 | January 2024 to December 2024 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2000 | January 2025 to December 2025 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 2001 | January 2026 to December 2026 | Depends on the build month. Every car built that year is old enough in 46 days |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R34 25GT-t in the United States
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Dates follow the age rules in our rules files (last checked AU 2026-09-30, NZ 2026-09-30, US 2026-10-05). They are general information, not legal advice: confirm the build date and the current rules with a licensed importer before you buy. Model names describe the cars only; Kensa-ya is not affiliated with any manufacturer.