When can I import a Nissan Skyline GTS-t R32?
The Nissan Skyline GTS-t R32 (HCR32) was built from 1989 to 1993. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | January 2014 to December 2014 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1990 | January 2015 to December 2015 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1991 | January 2016 to December 2016 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1992 | January 2017 to December 2017 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1993 | January 2018 to December 2018 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R32 GTS-t in Australia
New Zealand
20+ year exemption: 20 years from the date of first registration.
| Built | 20 years from first registration | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | January 2009 to December 2009 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1990 | January 2010 to December 2010 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1991 | January 2011 to December 2011 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1992 | January 2012 to December 2012 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1993 | January 2013 to December 2013 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R32 GTS-t in New Zealand
United States
25-year exemption (NHTSA): 25 years from the build date.
| Built | 25 years from build date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | January 2014 to December 2014 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1990 | January 2015 to December 2015 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1991 | January 2016 to December 2016 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1992 | January 2017 to December 2017 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
| 1993 | January 2018 to December 2018 | Old enough now, whatever the build month |
Cost, eligibility and sheet checks for an R32 GTS-t in the United States
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Every R32 GTS-t is already old enough for the age rule in each country we cover. Check the build plate, then check the auction sheet.
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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.