Nissan Gloria
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Nissan Gloria
The Nissan Gloria is a classic Japanese executive sedan produced from 1959 to 2004, representing the pinnacle of Nissan's luxury offering in its era. A beloved collector's car, the Gloria is celebrated for its refined engines, elegant design, and cultural significance in Japanese automotive history.
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Key Specification
10.0 kmpl
Mileage
2498 cc
Engine Displacement
6
Cylinders
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200 PS @ 6400 rpm
Max Power
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240 Nm @ 4800 rpm
Max Torque
5
Sitting Capacity
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Petrol
Fuel Type
145 mm
Ground Clearance
205/60 R15
Tire Size
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400 Litres
Boot Space
Sedan
Body Type
4-speed AT
Transmission
Nissan Gloria variants
The Nissan Gloria price for the base model starts at (Ex-Showroom) and ₹0 (On-Road, Noida). There are 0 variants listed below.
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Nissan Gloria Colors (2)
Nissan Gloria Colors (2)
Black
Black
Pearl White
Nissan Gloria Latest Updates
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The Nissan Gloria is a sought-after classic among Japanese car collectors globally.
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Well-maintained Gloria units in later Y34 specification attract premium prices at classic car auctions.
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The Gloria's smooth inline-6 and V6 engines remain admired for their refinement and longevity.
Performance and driveability
The Gloria's inline-6 engine offers a refined, smooth power delivery characteristic of Japanese luxury sedans of its era. Later V6 variants added more performance while retaining the car's executive composure.
Interior and features
The Gloria's interior reflects Japanese luxury of its time with plush seating, wood trim accents, and a comprehensive feature set including automatic climate control and premium audio.
Who should buy
The Nissan Gloria is ideal for classic car collectors and enthusiasts of vintage Japanese motoring who appreciate its historical significance and elegant styling.
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How is Nissan Gloria
Pros
- •Iconic status in Japanese automotive history spanning 45 years of production.
- •Smooth, refined inline-6 and V6 engines known for longevity.
- •Strong collector value, especially in well-maintained condition.
- •Classic exterior styling that has aged gracefully.
Cons
- •Discontinued — only available as a classic/pre-owned vehicle.
- •Parts can be difficult to source outside Japan.
- •Modern safety standards not met.
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Q. The Nissan Gloria (Y33/Y34 generation) is a pure JDM grey import that surfaces occasionally in India at ₹8–18 Lakh. Who is this car actually for?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Gloria's buyer in India is exclusively a JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) culture enthusiast who values the car's historical significance in Japan's luxury segment, its rare VQ30DET or RB20E engine options, and the sheer unusualness of owning a vehicle virtually nobody else in India has. It is not a car for buyers seeking practical daily transport or easy ownership. Its value is cultural and experiential — the Gloria represents Japanese 1990s luxury at its most specifically domestic, a segment that global car culture is beginning to collect seriously.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. The Gloria's VQ30DET twin-turbo V6 or naturally aspirated RB20E — what fuel economy and character does each deliver?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The VQ30DET (220 PS twin-turbo) returns 8–10 km/l city and 12–14 km/l highway — typical for a twin-turbo V6 executive sedan. The NA RB20E (135 PS) is more economical at 10–13 km/l city and 14–16 km/l highway. The VQ30DET's twin-turbo character — relatively subdued until 3,000 RPM then urgent and linear to 6,500 RPM — is the engine choice for drivers; the RB20E is the sensible daily-driver option. Both require 95–100 RON premium petrol for optimal operation.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. The Gloria Y34's JDM-exclusive features — active rear-wheel steering, hydraulic active suspension — do these 1990s advanced systems still function reliably and add to the driving experience?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Y34 Gloria's HICAS rear-wheel steering and Skyline-derived active suspension are genuinely sophisticated for their era — and when functional, they provide a driving experience remarkably composed for a full-size 1990s sedan. The concern: these systems use hydraulic components that are now 25+ years old, and seal degradation is common. A non-functioning HICAS system defaults to normal rear steer (safe but lacking the dynamic benefit), while an active suspension in fault-mode reverts to fixed-damping. Both are liveable degraded states, but restoration of these systems requires specialists familiar with JDM-era hydraulics.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. For a JDM collector in India choosing between the Nissan Gloria, Toyota Crown Majesta, and Mitsubishi Diamante — which represents the most interesting acquisition?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Toyota Crown Majesta carries Toyota's reliability reputation and has marginally more Japanese owner-community documentation available. The Diamante offers Mitsubishi's distinctive styling of the era. The Gloria — specifically the Y34 with VQ30DET — is the most performance-oriented and dynamically interesting of the three. All require fully independent specialist ownership in India. The Gloria is the driver's choice; the Crown Majesta is the prestige choice; the Diamante is the design choice. Your personality decides which is right.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Maintaining a 25-year-old JDM luxury sedan in India — what are the realistic annual costs and where does specialist expertise exist?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Annual maintenance for a mechanically healthy Gloria: ₹30,000–₹50,000. JDM car specialists in Mumbai (Andheri, Bandra West industrial areas), Delhi (Karol Bagh), and Bangalore have familiarity with 1990s Nissan platforms. Parts sourcing uses Japanese used-parts platforms (Yahoo Japan Auctions) via Indian proxy buyers — lead time 3–5 weeks. The VQ30DET's twin-turbo seals are the most common age-related maintenance item; preventive replacement at purchase (₹20,000–₹40,000) avoids later oil smoke and boost loss. Engine internals are robust — these cars ran taxi duty in Japan for decades.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
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