Nissan Silvia
The Nissan Silvia is a legendary line of affordable, rear-wheel-drive Japanese sports coupes. It's famous for its lightweight, tunable chassis and potent SR20DET engine, making it a dominant force in drifting culture.
Find one with Spotter →Nissan Silvia sold for a median of $18,117 over the last 12 months, based on 49 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $13,500 and $25,118. 1,805 currently for sale.
Nissan Silvia Submodels
Nissan's Silvia line, particularly the S13, S14, and S15 generations, defines the affordable rear-wheel-drive Japanese sports coupe. Known for their lightweight chassis and potent turbocharged engines like the SR20DET, these cars became a global phenomenon. They offered a perfect platform for tuning and motorsport right from the showroom floor.
Collectors prize the Silvia for its deep connection to drifting, where it remains a dominant force. Its iconic status in pop culture, from video games to movies, has created huge demand among enthusiasts who grew up with the car. This popularity has led to a "drift tax," with prices for clean, original examples rising steadily over the last decade.
The market is incredibly diverse. While the average sale price sits around $17,151, this figure masks a huge gap between heavily modified cars and pristine, low-mileage collector pieces. The 25-year import rule continuously introduces JDM models to the US, ensuring demand remains high for all conditions.
Buying Tips
- Check for rust in common spots like frame rails, strut towers, and rocker panels.
- Look carefully for signs of previous accidents or frame damage, a common issue on cars used for drifting.
- Listen for timing chain rattle on SR20DET engines, a sign of a failing guide or tensioner.
- Prioritize stock examples, as finding an unmodified Silvia is increasingly difficult and valuable.
- Confirm the legality and paperwork for imported JDM models to avoid registration headaches.
Prices range from $100 for project cars to $100,024 for top-spec collector examples.
4,600 Nissan Silvia vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 1805 currently live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Nissan Silvia cost?
Over the last 12 months, Nissan Silvia sold for a median of $18,117 across 49 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $13,500 and $25,118. There are 1,805 currently for sale.
How many Nissan Silvia listings are for sale right now?
There are 1,805 Nissan Silvia listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.