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Let’s talk royalty.
If you’re deep into JDM history, few wheels carry more mythos than the NISMO LMGT1—and its younger, slightly more accessible sibling, the LMGT2. These weren’t just wheels. They were declarations. Born in the '90s. Forged by RAYS. Backed by NISMO. Built for Skylines you don’t casually find on Facebook Marketplace.
From Le Mans Dreams to Street Legends
The NISMO LM-GT1 wasn’t just about looks. Developed in collaboration with RAYS Engineering, it was purpose-built for the legendary NISMO 400R—a road-going homage to Nissan’s GT1 Le Mans effort in 1995–1996.
Only 44 NISMO 400Rs were ever made, and each came factory-equipped with 3-piece forged LM-GT1s.
Despite the name, LMGT1s never actually raced at Le Mans. Instead, they paid tribute to the campaign and were featured in NISMO’s rare Club Le Mans catalog. Their construction? Race-ready: forged, lightweight, aggressive—engineered to handle the RB-X GT2-powered madness of the 400R.
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LMGT1 Specs (1996 NISMO Catalog)
| Size | Offset | PCD | Holes | Color | Fitment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18×9.0 | +24 | 114.3 | 10 | Silver | R32 GT-R |
| 18×9.5 | +14 | 114.3 | 10 | Silver | R33 GT-R |
| 18×10.0 | +20 | 114.3 | 10 | White | 400R Spec |
- Construction: 3-piece forged by RAYS
- Strength: Motorsport-grade
- MSRP (1996): ¥74,000–¥78,000
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LMGT1 Color Combos (Yes, They Matter)
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White face + white/polished lip – Exclusive to 400R (18x10 +20)
Only ~100 sets made. If you’re holding one, you’re holding JDM gold. - Silver face + polished lip – Standard catalog
- White face + polished lip – Catalog optional
Enter the LMGT2: Still Forged. Still NISMO. More Sizes.
The LMGT2 was NISMO’s way of opening the gates. Still forged (now 2-piece), still built by RAYS, but with more sizes and offsets—perfect for everything from Silvias to Fairladys to Cedrics.
Not as mythical as the GT1, but no less worthy.
LMGT2 Fitments (1996)
17-inch Options
| Size | Offset(s) | PCD | Holes | Chassis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17×7.0 | +29, +39, +44 | 114.3 | 8/10 | S13, P10, A32 |
| 17×8.0 | +33, +46 | 114.3 | 5 | Z32, S14, Y33 |
| 17×9.0 | +16, +23, +33, +38 | 114.3 | 8/10 | R33, S15, CIMA |
18-inch Options
| Size | Offset(s) | PCD | Holes | Chassis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18×8.0 | +33, +46 | 114.3 | 10 | Z32, Y32 |
| 18×9.0 | +32, +39, +44 | 114.3 | 10 | R33, Y33, Laurel |
- Construction: 2-piece forged aluminum
- Finish: Silver only
- MSRP (1996): ¥56,000–¥69,000
LMGT1 vs LMGT2: Know Your Icons
| Feature | LMGT1 | LMGT2 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 3-piece forged | 2-piece forged |
| Sizes | 18×9.0, 9.5, 10.0 | 17×7.0–9.0, 18×8.0–9.0 |
| Offset Range | +14 to +24 | +16 to +46 |
| Color Options | 3 official combos | Silver only |
| Exclusivity | 100 sets made for 400R | Mass NISMO catalog item |
| Status | Legend-tier | Street hero |
Final Thoughts
The LMGT1 and LMGT2 marked the pinnacle of NISMO’s factory wheel game. They weren’t flashy. They weren’t cheap. They were focused, functional, and forged with purpose.
At Icons Reimagined, we honor that heritage by rebuilding it. The LM-GT1 wasn’t just a wheel—it was a statement. And nearly 30 years later, it still is.