Home of the Nissan S12 Silvia / Gazelle / 200SX / 180ZX http://s12silvia.com/ 2026-05-13T12:14:00+00:00 http://s12silvia.com/ http://s12silvia.com/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=logo.png text/html 2025-04-19T03:32:23+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=about&rev=1745033543&do=diff About G'day and welcome to S12Silvia.com, a project of mine for almost 20 years now. My name's Matt, I've been an S12 enthusiast since 2003, and I live in Adelaide, South Australia. Let's rewind the clock a little... In late 2003 I purchased my first car, a 1984 Nissan Gazelle GL, powered by the almighty CA20E engine. It was a red hatchback and I loved everything about it. Eager to learn, modify and discuss, I jumped on the Internet to browse the forums. You have to remember that social net… text/html 2025-10-23T05:57:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_canada_200sx_rxe&rev=1761199056&do=diff Nissan 200SX R-XE Advertisement Canada - Published in L'Actualité Magazine, May 1985. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-22T10:06:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_full_white_rsx&rev=1761127562&do=diff Nissan Silvia Full White RS-X Advertisement Published on the back cover of Driver Magazine, 1987. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-22T09:58:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_new_nissan_gazelle&rev=1761127110&do=diff New Nissan Gazelle Advertisement Published in Motor Fan Magazine, October 1983. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-22T10:01:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_new_nissan_silvia&rev=1761127293&do=diff New Nissan Silvia Advertisement Published in Driver Magazine, November 1983. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-22T10:03:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_nissan_gazelle&rev=1761127429&do=diff Nissan Gazelle Advertisement Published in Penthouse Magazine, 1984. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-22T09:57:01+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_silvia_hatchback&rev=1761127021&do=diff New Silvia Hatchback Advertisement Published in Motor Fan Magazine, October 1983. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-11-09T06:25:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_silvia_international&rev=1762669521&do=diff New Silvia International Advertisement Published in Lufthansa Borduch Airline Magazine, March 1985. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-23T06:51:28+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_uk_silvia_turbo_zx_2&rev=1761202288&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo ZX Advertisement United Kingdom - Unknown publication, 1984. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-23T06:50:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_uk_silvia_turbo_zx&rev=1761202229&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo ZX Advertisement United Kingdom - Unknown publication, 1984. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-23T06:26:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_usdm_200sx_se&rev=1761200806&do=diff Nissan 200SX SE V6Advertisement North America - Unknown publication, 1986. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-10-23T06:25:24+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising_usdm_200sx&rev=1761200724&do=diff Nissan 200SX Advertisement North America - Unknown publication, 1984. ---------- Return to Advertising text/html 2025-11-09T06:26:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=advertising&rev=1762669565&do=diff Advertising Nissan used printed media, such as automotive and lifestyle magazines, to showcase and advertise the S12 all around the world. Below are the advertisements from my collection. ---------- 🇨🇦 Canada Preview text/html 2025-11-15T00:33:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=aftermarket_citysport_aero&rev=1763166785&do=diff OMA'S Catalog Citysport Aero Collection Return to Aftermarket text/html 2025-11-15T00:33:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=aftermarket&rev=1763166811&do=diff Aftermarket The S12's aftermarket selection during its time of production and the years following it's release was very limited. The S12 was overshadowed by other Nissan models at the time such as the Skyline and 300ZX, which were more popular models to modify and tune. There were a handful of manufacturers who produced parts for the S12 chassis, these can be seen in the following page text/html 2026-05-03T10:06:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=blog-101010&rev=1777802772&do=diff Low.XII.Position Originally posted to S12Silvia.com on the 10th of October, 2010 ---------- Hailing from Southern California, and proudly flying the S12Silvia.com banner, are Justin Carter and Andrew Harvey. Justin and Andrew formed a friendship from their passion for the S12 some 2 years ago. They found themselves going to the local wrecking yards together to source S12 parts, and helped to work on each others cars. From this friendship they formed Low.XII.Position, a name to represent the… text/html 2026-04-26T06:58:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=blog-120617&rev=1777186685&do=diff Drivers Blog - Devin Callahan Originally posted to S12Silvia.com by Colin Masterson on the 12th of June, 2012 ---------- What's better than seeing a car given free rein on a designated course or track? Not a whole lot really. There are some who may say the streets, but being that it is both unsafe and illegal, we really don't suggest that type of driving. And then there are those who prefer an expensive paperweight or a trophy wife that stays in the carport all year, and they would be right… text/html 2026-04-26T06:32:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=blog-121216&rev=1777185156&do=diff Deported Assassin @ Classic Japan 2012 Originally posted to S12Silvia.com on the 16th of December, 2012 ---------- The Classic Japanese car show was recently held in South Yarra, right in the heart of Melbourne. Plenty of enthusiasts took their classic Japanese metal out for the day to show them off and be around like minded company. Luke took his recently completed S12Silvia.com feature car Deported Assassin out for the day to soak up some sun. text/html 2026-05-03T10:05:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=blog&rev=1777802734&do=diff The S12Silvia.com Blog Placeholder 16/12/12 Deported Assassin 17/06/12 Drivers Blog - Devin Callahan October 2010 10/10/10 Low.XII.Position text/html 2026-02-26T10:31:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=brochures&rev=1772101893&do=diff Brochures I've been hunting & collecting S12 literature for as long as I've had a passion for these cars. With so many markets and model variations, there is a whole range of international brochures and fancy marketing material. Here are the brochures from my collection, enjoy. text/html 2026-04-25T11:47:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=clymer_shop_manual_pdf&rev=1777117634&do=diff Clymer Datsun & Nissan 200SX 1980-1987 Shop Manual By Alan Ahlstrand Third Edition, Published October 1987 View Related Page... ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2026-04-25T11:45:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=clymer_shop_manual&rev=1777117540&do=diff Clymer Datsun & Nissan 200SX 1980-1987 Shop Manual By Alan Ahlstrand Third Edition, Published October 1987 ---------- Introduction This detailed, comprehensive manual covers all 1980-1987 Nissan models. The expert text gives complete information on maintenance, repair and overhaul. Hundreds of photos and drawings guide you through every step. The book includes all you need to know to keep your 200SX running right. Where special tools are required or recommended, the tool numbers are provi… text/html 2026-03-28T04:13:01+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=color_samples&rev=1774671181&do=diff Nissan Color Samples Kit 1986 JDM MKII Silvia Dealership Color Sample Kit, Genuine Nissan. ---------- Picture this: It's 1986 and you walk into your local Nissan dealership to check out the recently facelifted MKII Nissan Silvia. You take a look at the cars on the showroom floor, flick through the pages of the new lineup text/html 2026-01-03T03:34:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=colour_database&rev=1767411249&do=diff S12 Colour Database Every colour option available for the Nissan S12 chassis. Sample Code Colour Name Notes R-M Code Glasurit Code text/html 2026-04-25T03:37:08+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=design_interview&rev=1777088228&do=diff Design Interview ---------- From the October Special Edition of Motor Fan Magazine, published in Japan on the 20th of October 1983. Attendees * Nobuyuki Ashizawa - Nissan Motors Chief of Exterior Design. Responsible for the design and styling of the Nissan S12 Silvia/Gazelle text/html 2026-05-07T10:48:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=editorial_souped_up_special_gazelle&rev=1778150931&do=diff Souped Up Special ---------- From XO Autosport Magazine vol.42 - 2000 🇹🇭 Thailand Text by: Olar Luanpreeda, Krit Supakarn Photo: Narong Harisdeekul ---------- In the 2000s, “cross-breed” engine swaps were incredibly popular. This was perhaps due to insufficient engine power for some cars, but nothing compares to the thrill of performance driven by speed enthusiasts, regardless of the car's condition. This particular car, an older 1980s model, isn't just any old, dilapidated vehicle; i… text/html 2026-05-07T10:53:50+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=editorial&rev=1778151230&do=diff Editorial S12 related magazine publications from around the world. ---------- 🇦🇺 Australia Preview Description View text/html 2026-02-28T12:08:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=engines&rev=1772280501&do=diff Engine Options The Nissan S12 chassis was available with a total of 8 different engine options across the CA, FJ and VG engine series. Available engine options were market and model dependent and in some cases restricted due to regional emissions regulations. The S12 was offered with a diverse range of powerplants, including naturally aspirated and turbocharged four-cylinders, as well as a V6 option, the first and only time a 6 cylinder engine was fitted to a Nissan S-Chassis. text/html 2026-04-26T05:01:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=exterior&rev=1777179662&do=diff Exterior Wireframe images ---------- Aerodynamics SUPER FORM ... An automotive drag coefficient (Cd) is a dimensionless number that quantifies how effectively a vehicle’s shape cuts through air, representing its aerodynamic efficiency. A lower C text/html 2025-04-26T10:30:16+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=fj20e_manual&rev=1745663416&do=diff Nissan FJ20e Manual ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2026-01-26T01:28:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=full_white_rsx&rev=1769390939&do=diff Nissan MKII Silvia Full White RS-X View Silvia White Versions... Return to Brochures... text/html 2026-05-08T10:38:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=home&rev=1778236732&do=diff Welcome to S12Silvia.com The world's most comprehensive source of Nissan S12 information and media. The Nissan S12 Silvia, also known as the Nissan Gazelle, 200SX and 180ZX in various regional markets, is a sports car produced between 1983 and 1988 by the text/html 2025-03-10T20:12:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=id_jdm&rev=1741637539&do=diff Japanese Model Data List Japanese Domestic Market S12 models and their corresponding VIN MODEL Data. MKI Silvia (1983-1986) Model MT Coupe AT Coupe MT Hatch AT Hatch R-L JS12SF text/html 2026-02-26T09:11:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=id_model&rev=1772097070&do=diff Identification by MODEL Use the following data tables to translate an S12 model and its specifications. This data is relevant to every market and model of S12. Start from the top and work your way through to the bottom of the page to translate the model code. text/html 2026-01-17T05:19:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=id_trans_axle&rev=1768627185&do=diff Identifying TRANS.,AXLE A list of transmission and differential types for the S12 chassis as listed on the VIN plate. ---------- L3N71B JATCO (Japanese Automatic Transmission Company) produced 3-speed automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter and no overdrive. Found in lowest specification CA18S and CA18E Japanese models; R-L, R-X and R-X.E text/html 2025-12-23T05:03:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=id_type&rev=1766466187&do=diff Identification by TYPE ---------- 🇯🇵 Japan Japanese Domestic Market TYPE data references the engine and rear suspension. A short series of characters followed by the S12 suffix. Identifying Japanese Domestic Market S12 requires some translation of the TYPE data on the VIN plate. text/html 2025-04-26T11:42:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=identification_chassis&rev=1745667735&do=diff CHASSIS Identification Detailed data relating to S12 chassis numbers and production months based on S12 TYPE. ---------- Chassis TYPE Month / Year text/html 2025-04-26T11:56:20+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=identification&rev=1745668580&do=diff S12 Identification This section will cover everything related to identifying an S12 based on the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) plate. This plate holds a lot of information about the car it is attached to, but requires some referencing or translating. The VIN plate can be found in the vehicles engine bay, fixed to the firewall on the drivers side of the car (RHD S12) or passenger side (LHD S12). text/html 2025-11-09T06:05:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=jss&rev=1762668307&do=diff JSS (Japan Super Sport Sedan) Race Series The JSS was an independent race series developed by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) to create a unique, high-performance touring car category, which eventually became a predecessor to the modern Super GT series. As well as the factory Nissan/NISMO backed car with the iconic yellow lightning livery, many of the big Japanese tuning companies supported and ran S12's in the JSS series. Advan, IMPUL, HKS, Tomei, Souther Ways and Racing Service Nakahar… text/html 2026-01-21T08:57:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mechanics_data_1984&rev=1768985867&do=diff Mechanics Data, February 1984 ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2025-08-17T01:09:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=media_10_second_stormer&rev=1755392952&do=diff NZ Performace Car Magazine - 10 Second Stormer text/html 2025-08-04T06:53:11+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=media_modern_motor_1984&rev=1754290391&do=diff Modern Motor Magazine, February 1984 text/html 2025-04-26T06:49:48+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=media_road_and_track_may_1984&rev=1745650188&do=diff Road and Track Magazine, May 1984 text/html 2026-05-04T19:38:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=menu&rev=1777923525&do=diff 🏠 Home ⚡ New Model S12 * Presentation * Design Interview 🚘 Model Overview * Identification * Engines * Exterior * Interior * Mechanical * Options 🛣️ On The Road * Pricing * Performance * Road Test * Aftermarket 🏁 Motorsport * ATCC * Bathurst 1000 * JSS * WRC 📖 Media * Advertising * Brochures * Editorial * Technical ---------- 👨‍🔧 About 📚 The Collection ---------- Support Help support the text/html 2026-05-03T04:35:56+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_gazelle_intercooler&rev=1777782956&do=diff JDM MKI Gazelle Turbo RS-X with Intercooler Uncovering the mystery behind this unreleased JDM S12 version... ---------- Part One: Silvia vs Skyline Let's first start with a fact; No production model turbocharged S12 was ever fitted with an intercooler and sold by Nissan. The FJ20ET in the MKI Silvia/Gazelle Turbo RS-X and the CA18DET in the MKII Silvia Turbo RS-X were both equipped with short intake systems, shying away from the need of an intercooler. text/html 2026-01-31T03:58:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_gazelle_options_catalog&rev=1769831939&do=diff Nissan MKI Silvia Japan Option Parts Catalog View Related Page... text/html 2026-01-31T03:58:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_gazelle_options_japan&rev=1769831899&do=diff Japanese MKI Gazelle Options Catalog A catalog of options from Nissan Genuine Parts for the Japanese Market 1983-1986 MKI Nissan Gazelle. The catalog features a wide-range of available add-ons for the coupe and hatchback models to enhance the exterior and interior features of the vehicle. See the table at the bottom of the page for further information. text/html 2025-08-23T12:00:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_nissan_gazelle_1&rev=1755950439&do=diff Nissan MKI Gazelle Australian Sales Brochure (Version 1) text/html 2025-08-23T12:00:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_nissan_gazelle_2&rev=1755950412&do=diff Nissan MKI Gazelle Australian Sales Brochure (Version 2) text/html 2025-11-08T04:44:32+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_silvia_extended&rev=1762577072&do=diff Nissan MKI Silvia (Extended Brochure) text/html 2025-08-16T05:22:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mki_silvia_options_japan&rev=1755321774&do=diff Japanese MKI Silvia Options Catalog A catalog of options from Nissan Genuine Parts for the Japanese Market 1983-1986 MKI Nissan Silvia. The catalog features a wide-range of available add-ons for the coupe and hatchback models to enhance the exterior and interior features of the vehicle. See the table at the bottom of the page for further information. text/html 2025-10-26T04:39:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mkii_nissan_gazelle&rev=1761453594&do=diff Nissan MKII Gazelle Australian Sales Brochure text/html 2026-01-26T08:16:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=mkii_silvia_extended&rev=1769415411&do=diff Nissan MKII Silvia Brochure Japanese Domestic Market MKII Silvia Brochure (Extended Edition) with Full White Version supplement. View Silvia White Versions... Return to Brochures... text/html 2025-10-26T04:26:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_gazelle_gl_sgl&rev=1761452769&do=diff MKI Nissan Gazelle GL & SGL Two variants of the MKI Nissan Gazelle were sold in Australia between 1983 and 1986, the base GL Hatchback model (referred to as Liftback in Australian publications) and the higher-specification SGL Coupe model, both fitted with the larger displacement CA20E twin-spark engine. Specifications, interior trims and vehicle options were very limited and of a much lower grade than the broader Japanese range of Gazelles, making it a fairly basic yet affordable sports car in… text/html 2025-04-20T02:01:22+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_rl&rev=1745114482&do=diff Nissan Silvia R-L MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Model Body Version MKI Body Shape Coupe Only Market Japan Production Year 1983-1986 ---------- Identification VIN Plate Identification Data View S12 Identification Page ID text/html 2025-04-12T10:49:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_rsx&rev=1744454992&do=diff Nissan Silvia RS-X MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Return to Model Overview text/html 2025-04-20T02:25:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_rx&rev=1745115952&do=diff Nissan Silvia R-X MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Model Body Version MKI Body Shape Coupe / Hatch Market Japan Production Year 1983-1986 ---------- Identification VIN Plate Identification Data text/html 2025-04-20T02:42:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_rxe&rev=1745116965&do=diff Nissan Silvia R-X.E MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Model Body Version MKI Body Shape Coupe / Hatch Market Japan Production Year 1983-1986 ---------- Identification VIN Plate Identification Data text/html 2025-04-12T10:43:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_turborl&rev=1744454613&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo R-L MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Return to Model Overview text/html 2025-04-12T10:51:13+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_turborsx&rev=1744455073&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo RS-X MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Return to Model Overview text/html 2025-04-12T10:45:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_turborx&rev=1744454734&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo R-X MKI 1983-1986 ---------- Return to Model Overview text/html 2026-02-28T03:26:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mki_silvia_turborxg&rev=1772249207&do=diff Nissan Silvia Turbo R-X.G The Nissan Silvia Turbo R-X.G is the flagship luxury specification S12, loaded with features and technology not found on any other model in the S12 lineup. The R-X.G was available as a Coupe or Hatchback model shape and was equipped with the single cam CA18ET engine, ensuring the model didn't step on the toes of Nissan's flagship performance model, the Turbo RS-X. Nissan was proud of all the electronic additions to the R-X.G's luxury specification, proudly claiming a n… text/html 2025-10-26T04:43:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model_mkii_gazelle_sgl&rev=1761453827&do=diff MKII Nissan Gazelle SGL Nissan Australia released the MKII Gazelle into the market in 1986, however the options would be severely limited in comparison to its MKI predecessor. For starters the new MKII was only offered in one body configuration, available in hatchback only with the SGL trim package. Colour options were limited to two-tone red over grey or two-tone dark blue over silver. Interior was limited to grey only, but the option of a manual or automatic transmission still remained. The M… text/html 2026-02-15T01:48:08+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model-50thanniversary&rev=1771120088&do=diff Nissan Silvia 50th Anniversary Version The MKI Nissan Silvia 50th Anniversary Version is a Japanese-Market special edition released in 1984 to celebrate Nissan's 50th Anniversary. It was limited to 500 units nation-wide and was only available in the coupe body shape. text/html 2025-04-12T23:41:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=model-template&rev=1744501272&do=diff Model Image Short description Body Version Body Shape Market Production Year ---------- Identification VIN Plate Identification Data View S12 Identification Page ID Code TYPE MODEL (MT) (AT) COLOR,TRIM text/html 2026-05-03T05:01:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=models&rev=1777784485&do=diff The Global Silvia An in-depth look at the International S12 model range and every variation available. The S12 was the first real global Silvia, reaching markets and audiences far greater than any of its predecessors. Outside of Japan it reached Australia, the United States, Canada, and sprawled into the United Kingdom & Europe, landing in Belgium, Germany, The Netherlands, Sweden and Switzerland. text/html 2025-08-04T06:54:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=modern_motor_feb_1984&rev=1754290459&do=diff The Image Makers Comparison: Nissan Gazelle v Toyota Celica ---------- Modern Motor Magazine, February 1984 Words: Peter McKay Photos: Andre Martin ---------- ITS PROBABLY a reflection upon the taste of Australian motorists that the Toyota Celica has been the best-selling medium-priced personal car for many years. Two doors and flashy styling maketh the myth of a sporting car without the character to match. text/html 2025-04-05T12:34:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=motorsport_atcc&rev=1743856450&do=diff Australian Touring Car Championship 1987 In 1987 The Australian Touring Car Championship held a seperate 4-round series for cars under 2.0L capacity. The June 7th round at Sandown Raceway the under 2.0L cars ran combined with the ATCC championship for overall ATCC points. The text/html 2025-08-23T12:11:27+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=motorsport_bathurst1000&rev=1755951087&do=diff Bathurst 1000 “The Great Race” First held in 1960, the Bathurst 1000 is a 1,000km endurance touring car race held annually at the infamous Mount Panorama Circuit located in Bathurst, Australia. ---------- 1986 The 1986 James Hardie 1000 was held on the 5th of October, 1986. This race was the 26th running of the Bathurst 1000 and was the fourth round of both the 1986 Australian Endurance Championship and the 1986 Australian Manufacturers' Championship. text/html 2025-04-05T01:16:58+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=motorsport_wrc&rev=1743815818&do=diff World Rally Championship (WRC) In the latter half of it's life, the S12 chassis continued on from the S110's legacy of rally racing. The last Silvia chassis to compete in an International Rally stage, the S12 fared well as part of FIA's Group A, class 8 .The S12 competed from 1987 through to 1991 with its best placing years being 1988 and 1989. text/html 2025-11-09T06:08:17+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=motorsport&rev=1762668497&do=diff Motorsport The S12 chassis competed in various motorsport categories around the world and was driven to victories and championship wins in various racing classes during the late 1980's and early 1990's. The lightweight chassis and handling characteristics of the S12, paired with reliable and powerful engine combinations, were contributors to the cars success. Australian motorsport legend text/html 2026-04-25T03:40:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=new_s12&rev=1777088429&do=diff New Model S12 The October Special Edition of Motor Fan Magazine, published in Japan on the 20th of October 1983, is perhaps one of the most important pieces of Nissan S12 media to be printed, and serves as a valuable resource for the S12 community. text/html 2025-04-26T07:37:57+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=nissan_200sx_service_manual_1986&rev=1745653077&do=diff 1986 Nissan 200SX Service Manual North American Market ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2026-02-26T10:09:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=nissan_s12_body_repair_manual&rev=1772100587&do=diff Nissan Model S12 Series Body Repair Manual Printed in Japan Edition: March 1984 Printing: March 1984 (01) Publication No. BR4E-0S12E0 FOREWORD This Body Repair Manual contains information, instructions and procedures for repairing the body structure of the Model S12 (200SX). In order to achieve reliable repair work and ensure customer satisfaction, the technician should study this manual and familiarize himself with appropriate sections before starting repair and rebuilding work. text/html 2026-01-31T03:59:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=option_parts_japan_mki&rev=1769831992&do=diff Nissan MKI Silvia Japan Option Parts Catalog View Related Page... text/html 2026-05-03T02:11:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=option-k&rev=1777774272&do=diff Option K - Fender Mirrors The option for S12 fender mirrors was never listed in any of the S12 brochures or options catalogs. The fender mirrors are pictured and have listed parts numbers in the Nissan FAST dealer parts software and printed Nissan Parts Catalog. There is also the designated 'K' character that appears in the text/html 2025-04-13T03:11:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=options_japan_mki_silvia&rev=1744513866&do=diff Japanese MKI Nissan Silvia Options Table MKI Silvia 1983-1986 Standard Model Lineup ● Standard Equipment ○ Optional Equipment Coupe text/html 2026-05-03T01:58:28+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=options&rev=1777773508&do=diff Options Documenting all the weird, wonderful and rare optional parts available for the S12 chassis in markets around the world. ---------- 📖 Options Catalogs 🇯🇵 Japan Cover Description text/html 2025-04-26T06:07:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=performance&rev=1745647653&do=diff Performance Nissan S12 performance data sourced from magazine publication road-tests. ---------- Australia Model Tested 1985 (IRS) Nissan Gazelle SGL Hatchback Engine CA20E Data Source Wheels Magazine, November 1985 text/html 2025-11-03T05:40:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=presentation&rev=1762148434&do=diff ---------- Silvia/Gazelle's Magnificent Transformation Motor Fan Magazine - October Special Edition. Volume 498 - October 20th, 1983. ---------- On August 23rd 1983, a press conference was held at Nissan's headquarters in Ginza, Tokyo, to present the Silvia/Gazelle, which underwent a full model change for the first time in 4 years and 5 months. text/html 2025-04-26T06:51:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=road_and_track_may_1984&rev=1745650290&do=diff Nissan 200SX Turbo Son of 300ZX Turbo? ---------- Road & Track Magazine, May 1984 Words: Road & Track Photographs: John Lamm ---------- “THE OLD DATSUN was a car that did everything wrong. Lift off the throttle a bit midway through Riverside's Turn 9, and you'd find yourself looking at the track through the driver's window rather than the windshield. In automotive parlance we call this oversteer. Conversely, if you didn't lift and drove the old bus into that same turn too fast, you'd so… text/html 2025-11-08T10:54:37+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=road_test&rev=1762599277&do=diff Road Test The Nissan S12 chassis put to the test by motoring journalists from around the world. Writings from when the S12 was first announced and had not yet made it to the export market, the expectations, and comparisons with other sports cars of the time. text/html 2025-04-26T07:25:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=s12_body_repair_manual&rev=1745652330&do=diff Nissan Model S12 Series Body Repair Manual ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2025-04-26T10:40:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=s12_parts_catalog&rev=1745664047&do=diff Nissan S12 Parts Catalog Microfiche ---------- Return to Technical text/html 2025-11-07T23:54:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=silvia_50ae&rev=1762559659&do=diff Nissan MKI Silvia 50th Anniversary Version text/html 2025-11-15T02:44:08+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=silvia_racing_helmet&rev=1763174648&do=diff The Silvia Racing Helmet The story behind the Nissan Dealer Launch Exhibition and the novelty NEW Silvia Racing Helmet gift. This is Nissan News Topics, an internal newsletter distributed by Nissan to its dealership network. This edition was published on August 23rd 1983 by the Nissan News Editorial Office. text/html 2026-01-26T08:21:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=silvia_white_versions&rev=1769415690&do=diff Nissan S12 Silvia White Versions Japanese Domestic Market Limited Edition Models Introduced in late 1986, towards the end of the production run of the MKII S12 Silvia in Japan, Nissan introduced 3 special version models. These models were marketed as high-end fashionable variants of the S12 with new luxury features and specifications setting them apart from the rest of the S12 line-up. text/html 2026-05-03T00:39:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=tech_article_ca20_to_ca18_wiring&rev=1777768779&do=diff Wiring Guide: CA20 to CA18 Originally posted to S12Silvia.com by James Michelmore on the 15th April, 2013 ---------- This guide deals with an Australian delivered Nissan Gazelle with a CA20E and the engine wiring loom conversion to install a CA18DE or CA18DET from a Japanese S13 Silvia. text/html 2026-05-03T07:06:42+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=tech_article_modifying_sra&rev=1777792002&do=diff Modifying your Live Axle Rear Suspension Oringinally posted to S12Silvia.com by Dave on 29th September, 2008 ---------- This is a guide on setting up the rear suspension of your live axle S12 (SRA) using mainstream ideas. Springs Spring rates determine the available amount of bump and rebound movement. For street conditions, the ideal spring rates would be where the suspension movement ceases just before the bump stops. It is advisable to stay soft on spring rates and to use sway bars and s… text/html 2026-05-08T07:54:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=tech_article_rear_drums_to_discs&rev=1778226869&do=diff S12 Rear Drums To Discs A guide to converting your 4-Link Solid Rear Axle (SRA) S12 to disc brakes. Originally posted to S12Silvia.com by Adrian on the 11th of August, 2006. Modified with input from various forum members on the original thread to compile this guide. text/html 2026-05-09T11:51:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=tech_articles&rev=1778327507&do=diff Tech Articles ---------- Troubleshooting Troubleshooting can be a relatively simple matter if it is done logically. The first step in any troubleshooting procedure must be defining the symptoms as closely as possible. Subsequent steps involve testing and analysing areas which could cause the symptoms. A haphazard Approach may eventually find the trouble, but In terms of wasted time and unnecessary parts replacement, it can be very costly. 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Everything you need to help with working on your Nissan S12, including workshop manuals, wiring diagrams, parts catalogs and mechanical data. ---------- Nissan Publications text/html 2026-03-28T04:10:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) http://s12silvia.com/doku.php?id=the_collection&rev=1774671053&do=diff The S12Silvia.com Collection A catalog of every item I own as part of the S12Silvia.com collection. Quite possibly the largest and most complete library of S12 related media in the world?? ---------- 🇦🇺 Australia Sales Brochures MKI Gazelle (1983-1986)