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#1 ·
The S13 Silvia was the first S-series car to use the J's (Jack's), Q's (Queen's), K's (King's) naming for the different trim levels.

The J's was the base model with a very basic interior, little standard equipment, and 14" steel wheels.

The Q's model is middle-of-the-road. They received many electric options and an optional LSD.

The K's received the turbocharged engines, along with all the upgrades of the Q's.

On top of the K's and Q's models, The Club Selection and Dia(mond) Selection packages came with specific options bundled together; for example, all K's Club Selections came with projector headlights, a rear spoiler, and aluminum wheels.

All the names used are references to the suits and face cards of English playing cards.

There also exists the rare Silvia A's "Almighty", introduced in late 1992. Confusingly, the Almighty fits roughly into the middle of the range. The only available engine was the naturally-aspirated SR20DE.
 
#2 ·
More Inforamtion about The S13

The S13 Silvia, introduced in mid-1988 for the 1989 model year, was immensely popular in Japan. The Silvia name was no longer used on export models, however; European models were now known as 200SX. Following industry trends, the S13 Silvia switched to relampable fixed headlights. Projector optics were offered as an option.

The Silvia fastback was discontinued, replaced by a new model, the Nissan 180SX. This left only the notchback coupe. A convertible was briefly offered soon after the start of production, but it was never popular, perhaps due to high cost (3.25 million Yen in 1988).

The S13 was one of the first uses of Nissan's multi-link rear suspension, the technology of which was previewed in concept cars in previous years, such as the Nissan MID-4. It also offered a four-wheel steering system for the first time, known as HICAS-II. In 1990, HICAS-II would be updated and renamed SuperHICAS. The S13 also saw the introduction of a viscous-type limited slip differential for some models.

S13 Silvias were initially powered by the CA18DE and CA18DET engines carried over from the end of S12 production, with an intercooler added to the CA18DET for a slight increase in power. In 1990, for the 1991 model year, the SR20DE and SR20DET engines debuted, offering improvements across the board in power, torque, and efficiency.

The S13 Silvia was discontinued after the 1993 model year, in favor of the new S14 chassis design. In 1998, the S13 Silvia was resurrected, in part. A variant was produced by Kid's Heart for Nissan called the Sileighty, which featured the 180SX body with the front end from the Silvia. The Sileighty style was originally created by Japanese enthusiasts for their own 180SXs, and is still a common modification for the 180SX and 240SX fastback.
 
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#10 ·
Source = ShopResponse.com

Placement and Trim Levels

Source= www.ShopResponse.com
Please Click the Images Below... :supercool

Brand new, genuine Nissan parts of Japan complete in packaging. This sophisticated front hood emblem with it's rich chrome and black color combination will add some JDM styling to your Nissan 240SX. Includes self adhesive backing for and easy and clean application. Measures 1 7/8 x 1 1/8 inch. Made by Nissan Japan.



Brand new, genuine Nissan parts of Japan complete in packaging. The K'S emblem, also referred to as "Kings" was originally found on the Nissan Silvia S14 which came factory equipped with an awesome SR20DET motor capable of producing 220 horsepower. This sophisticated front hood/rear quarter panel emblem with it's rich dark blue and chrome color combination will add some JDM styling to your Nissan 240SX. Includes self adhesive backing for and easy and clean application. Emblem measures 1 1/4 x 2 3/8 inch. Made by Nissan Japan.



Brand new, genuine Nissan parts of Japan complete in packaging. This emblem was originally found on the Japanese Nissan Silvia S14 equipped with the SR20DE non turbo engine. This sophisticated front hood/rear quarter panel emblem with it's rich magenta and chrome color combination will add some JDM styling to your Nissan 240SX. Includes self adhesive backing for and easy and clean application. Emblems measure 1 1/4 x 2 1/4 inch. Made by Nissan Japan.




Brand new, genuine Nissan parts of Japan complete in packaging. This front hood emblem was originally found on the Japanese Nissan Silvia S14. The "S" emblem will give that JDM Nissan characteristic to your 240SX. The deep rich green and gold color combination will look like a gem on your JDM machine. Includes self adhesive backing for and easy and clean application. Emblem measures 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch. Made by Nissan Japan.
 
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#11 ·
Well, I haven't posted in over two years, so hopefully my comeback post will help you guys out.


BREAKDOWN OF THE S13 SILVIA SPECIAL EDITIONS!!

Silvia Diamond Selection
Available on Q's or K's CA18DE or CA18DET
Availale with either 5-speed manual or automatic.
Price new (converted to $) Q's diamond's $15900
K's diamond's $18600
Package includes:
dual Projector headlights with fogs
rear spoiler
automatic climate control
LSD (on K's)
central locking
power windows
tilt wheel
CD player
15" alloys with 195/60-15 tires
diamond badging

individual options:
Chin spoiler
LSD (on Q's)
ABS
HICAS II
leather steering wheel
leather interior
moonroof

std. colors:
Super black
Forest Green
Burgandy
Super Red
Velvet Blue

opt. colors
Warm White 2tone
Lime green 2tone
Bluish Silver 2tone



Silvia Club's selection
Available on Q's (SR20DE) or K's (SR20DET)
Available with either 5-speed manual or automatic
price new: K's clubs with super Hicas: $20700

Package includes:
Triple projector headlights with fogs
rear spoiler
central locking
Power windows
automatic climate control
rear 3-point seat belts
side impact beams
CD player

individual options:
Sunroof
ABS
LSD
Leather steering wheel
Leather seating surfaces
Super Hicas
Pearl clearcoat over any of the offered paint colors

Std. colors:
Super black
Pearl white
Forest green
Dark grey
Super Red
Velvet Blue

opt. colors
Lime green two tone
Purplish silver (lavender frost) two-tone
Citrus yellow two-tone (not same as creamy yellow)




And finally..........................

Silvia Almighty's (Ace selection)

Available late 1992 only as only model offered
SR20DE
Available with either 5-speed manual or automatic
cost new $14900

std. features:
manual climate control
central locking
tilt wheel
Power windows

options:
Sunroof
triple projectors
chin spoiler
rear spoiler
ABS
LSD
Pearl clearcoat

Std colors:
Super black
Dark grey
Super red
Velvet blue

opt. colors
Pearl white
Purplish silver two-tone
Citrus yellow two-tone
 
#22 ·
good info. lets get the USDM covered too.
USDM s13's (240sx)
The first generation of the 240SX can be divided into two distinct variants: Zenki (otherwise known as the pignose) and Chuki.

Zenki(89-91)
Zenki was sold under model years 1989 through 1990.
It came in two body styles: fastback (SE) and coupe (XE).
The coupe was closely related to the Japanese-market Silvia. It differed from the Silvia by having retractable headlamps (United States headlight height regulations prevented the use of the Silvia headlamp arrangement**), and a 140 hp 2.4-litre SOHC KA24E engine with 3 valves per cylinder.
The fastback was closely related to the Japanese-market 180SX, but likewise had the KA24E engine.
Four-wheel disk brakes were standard, with antilock brakes as an option on the SE. Both models were offered with either a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission. Coupes had a Head-Up Display showing a digital speedometer as part of the optional Power Convenience Group.

Chuki (91-94)
This gave the car an overhaul that included mostly minor body modifications and an upgrade to the engine. The Zenki front bumper was replaced by a smoother, more modern-looking bumper, and a new (LE) hatchback trim package was added that included leather interior.
KA24E was replaced by a new DOHC KA24DE with 4 valves per cylinder that produced 15 more hp, for a total output of 155 hp
An optional sports package including a limited slip differential and Nissan's HICAS four wheel steering was added to the fastback.
In 1992, a convertible body style was added to the lineup. It was exclusive to North America and was partially assembled in Japan, with final assembly taking place in the California facilities of American Specialty Cars (ASC)
For the 1994 model year, the only available car was a Special Edition of the Convertible body style with a 4-speed automatic transmission.
 
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