Nissan Silvia
The final and finest S-chassis. Factory 250hp from the most refined SR20DET, paired with gorgeous styling.
Technical Specifications
Production Variant Timeline
4 factory variants produced across the S15 lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.
Spec-S
1999-01~30,000 built- SR20DE NA
- 165 PS
- 5-speed manual
- 4-speed auto
Base entry-level Silvia for economy buyers.
Spec-R
1999-01~25,000 built- SR20DET turbo
- 250 PS
- 6-speed manual
- Helical LSD
Enthusiast turbo variant. The famous S15.
Spec-R Aero
1999-01~10,000 built- GT wing aero kit
- Revised rear diffuser
Aero package on top of Spec-R.
Autech Varietta
20001,300 built- Factory convertible
- Removable hardtop
- Rare
The only factory convertible Silvia ever made.
Auction History & Market Values
Recent public auction results for the Nissan Silvia across Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Bonhams, and other major houses. Tracks collector demand trends over time.
| Date | Variant | Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-02 | Spec-R Aero Bring a Trailer First eligible year, 6-speed manual. | $95,000 |
| 2023-08 | Autech Varietta Bonhams Factory convertible, very rare. | $82,000 |
| 2023-04 | Spec-R Bring a Trailer Clean JDM import with original paint. | $65,000 |
Auction data compiled from public sale results at Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Barrett-Jackson, Bonhams, and BH Auction. Prices shown are final hammer prices.
Build Packages (2)
S15 Stage 1 Street Build
Unleash the Spec-R with bolt-ons. Already 250hp stock, targeting 300+ with intake, exhaust, and boost-up.
S15 Stage 2 Track Build
Full turbo swap with standalone ECU and race-ready suspension for the final S-chassis.
Compatible Parts (27)
Walbro
Walbro 255LPH Fuel Pump
$73.66
9 suppliers
Tomei
Tomei Poncam Type-A (SR20DET)
$429.00
2 suppliers
DeatschWerks
DeatschWerks 740cc Injectors (SR20)
$349.00
2 suppliers
HKS
HKS Super Power Flow Intake (SR20)
$139.46
2 suppliers
HKS
HKS 264 Step 1 Camshafts (SR20)
$585.78
2 suppliers
GSC Power-Division
GSC Beehive Valve Springs (SR20)
🇺🇸 US Import Status
The Nissan Silvia is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 1999 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.
From the shop
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