Feel claustrophobic drifting with a roof? This convertible S13 Silvia could be your solution.

Tom White

Deputy News Editor

1 min read

How often do you see a Silvia or 200SX modded beyond redemption? Not only is this one reasonably stock, but it's an import only S13 AND it's a convertible.

A rare sight indeed. If you're in SA or willing to trek there, this one would make an excellent way to get into JDM cars for only $11k as advertised on CarsGuide.

For that you get an iconic piece of Japanese drift culture (the '98 'Sileighty' variant appeard in the first season of Initial D) complete with full compliance and some relatively minor mods. 

Plus all the original suspension and wheels are included with the sale, if you're like me and a total sucker for a completely stock look.

You could paint it like this I guess. If you're that dedicated.
You could paint it like this I guess. If you're that dedicated.

What sucks: It's a 4-speed auto. Damn.

What rocks: The CA18DET top-spec turbocharged engine. Nice.

Tom White

Deputy News Editor

Tom’s way into motoring journalism was anything but straightforward despite annoying his parents to no end as a child by identifying makes and models with ease, and acquiring a large collection of Matchbox models. Other interests took over in the intervening years, including tinkering with electronics and computers, and an interest in the past, which eventually culminated in a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University Of Sydney with a major in Ancient History. During this time, Tom was exposed to all sorts of cars by working as a valet and eventually the Bell Captain at The Star casino in Sydney. He then went on another side-quest, studying law at Macquarie University before applying for a job at CarsGuide. After being hired Tom worked his way up the ranks in a variety of roles and refined his craft, now serving as CarsGuide's Deputy News Editor, with special interests in new technologies and electric vehicles, as well as emerging trends from China. Tom has been recognised by his peers as the EV Journalist of the Year at the 2026 Newspress Australia Awards. He’s personally owned a selection of wheels from a 1981 Holden Gemini to a 2009 Ford Falcon, through to his current 2011 Subaru Forester and many others in between. You can find Tom on LinkedIn and Instagram. Education Bachelor of Arts and Sciences | The University of Sydney | 2010 - 2014 Graduate Certificate of Laws | Macquarie University | 2015 - 2016 Awards 2026 Newspress Australia EV Journalist of the Year Featured Publications CarsGuide | 2016 - present
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