The Spark Models 1:43-scale Nissan Skyline GT-R (Calsonic Team Impul - GT500 JGTC) celebrates one of the most recognizable race cars of Japan's golden age of GT competition. Wearing the unmistakable blue Calsonic livery, this #12 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) represents the high-performance machines that helped define the All Japan Grand Touring Car Championship (JGTC) during the late 1990s. Driven by Kazuyoshi Hoshino and Masami Kageyama, the Calsonic Team Impul entry is an enduring symbol of Nissan's commitment to Japanese motorsport.

Produced in resin by Spark Models, this finely detailed 1:43-scale Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) GT500 race car model faithfully reproduces the distinctive appearance of the Calsonic Team Impul competition car entered in the 1999 All Japan Fuji GT Race. Carefully rendered exterior details include the iconic Calsonic blue-and-white racing livery, period-correct sponsor graphics, Bridgestone Potenza-branded tires and a prominent rear wing supported by delicate metal uprights.

Produced in a limited edition of just 300 pieces worldwide and supplied in a clear acrylic display case, this Spark resin model is an appealing addition to collections of Nissan Skyline GT-Rs, Japanese GT racing history, JDM performance cars and premium 1:43-scale motorsport miniatures.

Pre-orders ship from our California facility within 1–2 business days from order, and every purchase is protected by our 30-day return policy.

Product Overview 

Product Type: Collectible scale model car
Vehicle: Nissan Skyline GT-R (Calsonic Team Impul - GT500 JGTC)
Event: 1999 All Japan Fuji GT Race
Drivers: Kazuyoshi Hoshino/Masami Kageyama
Color: Blue

Scale: 1:43
Approximate Length: ~4 inches (10 cm)
Material: Resin
Manufacturer: Spark
Item Number: SJ165
Display: Acrylic display case
Condition: New in original manufacturer packaging
License: Officially licensed Nissan product
Limited Edition: 300 units produced

Key Collectible Features

• Authentic Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) GT500 replica: A 1:43-scale reproduction of the #12 Calsonic Team Impul Nissan Skyline GT-R entered in Japan's 1999 JGTC competition.

• Iconic Calsonic racing livery: Reproduces the distinctive blue-and-white graphics associated with one of Nissan motorsport's most recognizable racing partnerships.

• Premium Spark resin construction: Finely rendered exterior details capture the distinctive bodywork and aggressive aerodynamic configuration of the GT500 competition car.

• Period-correct racing details: Includes sponsor graphics, Bridgestone Potenza-branded tires and a prominent rear wing with delicate metal uprights.

• Acrylic display case included: Supplied in a clear display case that provides an attractive presentation while helping protect the model from dust.

• Limited production of just 300 pieces: A collectible release for enthusiasts of Nissan motorsport, R34 Skyline GT-Rs and Japanese GT racing history.

• Sealed display-model construction: No opening parts; the emphasis is on exterior accuracy, authentic presentation and fine detail.

Historical Background: Japan's GT500 Championship and the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34)

Japan's premier grand touring championship traces its origins to the All Japan Sports Prototype Championship and the All Japan Touring Car Championship, but it was the introduction of the All Japan Grand Touring Car Championship (JGTC) in 1993 that established the foundation for modern Japanese GT racing. Initially conceived as a series for production-based grand touring cars, JGTC evolved into one of the world's most technologically sophisticated GT championships. Its headline GT500 category attracted major Japanese manufacturers, including Nissan, Toyota and Honda, whose factory-backed teams developed increasingly specialized competition machines. By the late 1990s, GT500 cars bore relatively little resemblance to their showroom counterparts, combining purpose-built chassis and advanced aerodynamics with powerful turbocharged engines. The championship's combination of factory competition, accomplished drivers, spectacular machinery and distinctive sponsor liveries helped make JGTC a defining part of Japan's motorsport culture. It would eventually evolve into today's Super GT championship, but the late-1990s era remains especially memorable among enthusiasts for its distinctive cars and fiercely contested manufacturer rivalries.

The Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) made its debut in 1999, carrying forward the formidable motorsport reputation established by the R32 and R33 generations. Although the road-going R34 GT-R featured Nissan's celebrated RB26DETT twin-turbocharged inline-six engine and ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system, its GT500 competition counterpart was extensively reengineered for circuit racing. Developed to compete against increasingly sophisticated machinery from Toyota and Honda, the R34 GT500 featured a purpose-built racing chassis, extensively modified powertrain, rear-wheel-drive configuration and aggressive aerodynamic bodywork. Nissan's factory-backed and affiliated teams campaigned these cars throughout the JGTC, with the familiar Calsonic blue livery becoming one of the championship's most recognizable sights. The #12 Calsonic Team Impul entry, driven by Kazuyoshi Hoshino and Masami Kageyama, represents this important chapter in Skyline GT-R competition history. Spark Models' limited-edition 1:43-scale resin replica preserves the distinctive appearance of this Japanese racing icon for collectors who appreciate the engineering, competition heritage and unmistakable character of the R34 GT500.

Frequently Asked Collector Questions

Does this model have opening parts?

No. This is a sealed resin display model with no opening parts. Spark Models emphasizes exterior accuracy and finely reproduced competition details rather than interactive features.

Does it include a display case?
Yes. This model comes with a clear acrylic display case.

Is the model new?
Yes. It is brand new and unopened in Spark’s original packaging.

How quickly does it ship?
Orders ship from our California warehouse within 1–2 business days.

Who This Model Is Ideal For

• Nissan Skyline collectors building a collection of significant race cars from the marque's history.

• Japanese touring car racing enthusiasts interested in the history of the cars that ran during the series' golden age.

• Motorsport enthusiasts assembling diverse collections of important international race cars.

• 1:43-scale resin model collectors looking for premium, limited-production race cars.

• Not intended for children under 14 years - not a toy

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