1998 Nissan Stagea 260RS Autech – RB26DETT 5-Speed AWD

Looking for a 1998 Nissan Stagea 260RS Autech for sale? J-Spec Auto Sports offers this genuine Japanese-market Stagea 260RS Autech Version WGNC34, factory equipped with Nissan’s legendary RB26DETT twin-turbo engine, 5-speed manual transmission, electronically controlled AWD, HICAS rear-wheel steering, Brembo brakes, and Autech-developed chassis enhancements.

This is not a standard Nissan Stagea with an RB26 swap.

The 260RS was developed by Autech as the ultimate high-performance version of Nissan’s C34 Stagea, combining the practicality of a five-door touring wagon with major performance hardware closely associated with Nissan’s Skyline GT-R.

Manufactured in February 1998, this particular 260RS is finished in WK1 Silky Snow Pearl and retains many of the features that make the model special while adding carefully selected Japanese performance upgrades, including a 3-inch exhaust, A’PEXi air intakes, and HKS turbo timer.

For enthusiasts searching for a Nissan Stagea 260RS for sale, RB26DETT Stagea, JDM performance wagon, WGNC34 Stagea, AWD RB26 Nissan, RHD Stagea, or manual JDM wagon, this is an exceptional opportunity to own one of Nissan and Autech’s most distinctive performance vehicles.

QUICK DETAILS

• Year: 1998
• Make: Nissan
• Model: Stagea
• Trim: 260RS Autech Version
• Chassis: WGNC34
• Chassis Number: WGNC34-106592
• Manufacture Date: February 1998
• Body Style: 5-Door Wagon
• Engine: RB26DETT
• Displacement: 2.6L / 2,568cc
• Configuration: DOHC 24-Valve Inline-6
• Aspiration: Twin Turbocharged & Intercooled
• Factory Output: 280 PS / Approximately 276 HP
• Factory Torque: Approximately 368 Nm / 271 lb-ft
• Transmission: Factory 5-Speed Manual
• Drivetrain: AWD / Electronically Controlled Torque-Split 4WD
• Rear Steering: Electric SUPER HICAS
• Brakes: Brembo
• Steering: Right-Hand Drive / RHD
• Exterior: WK1 Silky Snow Pearl
• Wheels: BBS Forged Autech Wheels
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Origin: Japan
• Title: Virginia
• Item ID: 42691
• Condition: Used JDM Vehicle / Sold AS-IS

GENUINE AUTECH 260RS – NOT AN RB26-SWAPPED STAGEA

One of the most important facts about this vehicle is that the 260RS is a genuine factory-developed Autech performance model.

This Stagea did not begin life as a standard wagon and later receive an RB26 engine swap.

Instead, Autech engineered the 260RS around Nissan’s RB26DETT twin-turbo engine, 5-speed manual transmission, electronically controlled AWD, HICAS rear-wheel steering, Brembo braking system, and strengthened body and chassis.

The result was one of the most unusual performance wagons to emerge from Japan during the 1990s.

The basic performance formula is:

Nissan Stagea → Autech 260RS → WGNC34 → RB26DETT → Twin Turbo → 5-Speed Manual → AWD → HICAS → Brembo

That factory combination is central to the vehicle’s identity and should not be confused with an aftermarket engine conversion.

LEGENDARY RB26DETT 2.6L TWIN-TURBO ENGINE

Under the hood is Nissan’s legendary RB26DETT 2.6-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six.

The RB26DETT is best known for its use in Nissan’s Skyline GT-R models and remains one of the most recognized Japanese performance engines ever produced.

Factory specifications for the Stagea 260RS include:

• Engine Code: RB26DETT
• Displacement: 2,568cc
• Configuration: Inline 6-Cylinder
• Valvetrain: DOHC 24-Valve
• Aspiration: Twin Turbocharged
• Intercooling: Factory Intercooler
• Factory Output: 280 PS / approximately 276 HP
• Factory Torque: Approximately 368 Nm / 271 lb-ft

Most importantly, the RB26DETT was factory-installed in the 260RS by Autech.

That distinction makes the 260RS fundamentally different from a standard Stagea that has subsequently undergone an RB26 conversion.

FACTORY 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION

The RB26DETT is paired with a factory 5-speed manual transmission.

Unlike many Stagea models equipped with automatic transmissions, the 260RS was specifically engineered around a manual gearbox as part of its high-performance configuration.

The combination of RB26DETT power and a 5-speed manual transmission gives the driver direct control over one of Nissan’s most celebrated turbocharged engines.

For buyers searching specifically for an RB26 manual wagon, this factory configuration is a major part of the 260RS’s appeal.

ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED AWD

Power is delivered through an electronically controlled torque-split four-wheel-drive system.

Rather than being simply a conventional full-time 4WD family wagon, the 260RS uses performance-oriented AWD technology closely related to the hardware that helped establish Nissan’s high-performance reputation during the 1990s.

The AWD system works alongside the RB26DETT, manual transmission, chassis enhancements, and rear-wheel-steering system to create a very different driving experience from a conventional Stagea.

ELECTRIC SUPER HICAS REAR-WHEEL STEERING

The 260RS also features electric SUPER HICAS rear-wheel steering.

HICAS allows controlled rear-wheel steering input to influence vehicle response during cornering.

This technology was another major connection between the Stagea 260RS and Nissan’s high-performance Skyline engineering.

Combined with the AWD drivetrain, the system helps distinguish the 260RS from more conventional performance wagons.

FACTORY BREMBO BRAKING SYSTEM

Autech equipped the 260RS with a Brembo braking system to complement the additional performance of the RB26DETT.

This was not simply an engine-focused upgrade.

Autech developed the vehicle as a complete performance package, addressing acceleration, handling, braking, and chassis rigidity.

That approach is one reason the 260RS remains so highly regarded among knowledgeable JDM enthusiasts.

AUTECH CHASSIS ENHANCEMENTS

The 260RS received additional body and chassis strengthening to support its increased performance.

Autech’s goal was not simply to install a more powerful engine in the Stagea.

Instead, the company engineered a complete performance wagon capable of effectively using the RB26DETT’s output.

The combination of chassis reinforcement, Brembo brakes, AWD, HICAS, suspension tuning, and the RB26DETT created a uniquely capable five-door Nissan.

3-INCH PERFORMANCE EXHAUST

This particular Stagea is equipped with a 3-inch exhaust system.

The larger exhaust complements the twin-turbo RB26DETT while giving the vehicle a more pronounced exhaust character than the original system.

Because this is an aftermarket component, buyers should review the actual photographs and vehicle documentation for the current exhaust configuration.

A’PEXi AIR INTAKES

A pair of A’PEXi air intakes replaces the original intake arrangement.

A’PEXi is a well-known Japanese performance brand, making the intake setup appropriate for the period and character of this RB26-powered Stagea.

Together with the exhaust system, the intakes represent the primary engine-related modifications identified on the current listing.

HKS TURBO TIMER

An HKS turbo timer is also installed.

The HKS component adds another recognizable Japanese performance part to the vehicle while maintaining the overall period-correct theme of the build.

BBS FORGED AUTECH WHEELS

This Stagea rides on BBS forged Autech wheels.

The wheels complement the 260RS’s factory performance character and help distinguish the Autech model from standard Stagea variants.

Please review the actual photographs for current wheel and tire condition.

WK1 SILKY SNOW PEARL EXTERIOR

The exterior is finished in WK1 Silky Snow Pearl, a distinctive factory color that works particularly well with the Stagea’s long-roof touring-wagon design.

The 260RS combines the understated shape of a Japanese luxury wagon with subtle performance cues.

Exterior features include:

• Autech-specific styling
• Rear spoiler
• Performance-oriented stance
• BBS forged wheels
• Five-door wagon body
• Twin glass sunroof

Rather than appearing like an overt sports car, the Stagea 260RS maintains a comparatively understated appearance considering the performance hardware underneath.

Please review the actual vehicle photographs carefully for current paint and body condition.

TWIN GLASS SLIDING SUNROOF

One of the standout comfort features is the electric twin glass sliding sunroof.

The large glass roof arrangement helps create a more open and spacious cabin while adding another desirable feature to the Stagea’s touring-wagon character.

It also reinforces what makes the 260RS so unusual: this vehicle combines serious performance hardware with the practicality and equipment of a comfortable five-passenger wagon.

PRACTICAL FIVE-DOOR PERFORMANCE WAGON

Unlike the two-door performance cars commonly associated with the RB26DETT, the Stagea offers genuine wagon practicality.

The 260RS provides:

• Five doors
• Seating for five passengers
• Large rear cargo area
• Foldable rear seating
• Touring-oriented cabin
• Performance drivetrain

That makes it one of the most distinctive ways to experience a factory RB26DETT-powered Nissan.

It combines the performance hardware enthusiasts want with cargo space and everyday usability rarely associated with a 1990s Japanese performance car.

JDM INTERIOR & COMFORT FEATURES

The interior combines the performance-oriented character of the 260RS with the comfort expected from a Japanese touring wagon.

Notable equipment includes:

• Right-hand-drive configuration
• 5-speed manual shifter
• 100V power inverter
• Japanese navigation system
• MiniDisc / AM-FM audio system
• Electric twin glass sunroof
• Five-passenger seating
• Wagon cargo area

Please review the actual photographs for the current condition and operation of all interior equipment.

RIGHT-HAND-DRIVE JDM IMPORT

This is an authentic Japanese-market right-hand-drive Nissan Stagea 260RS Autech Version.

It is not a U.S.-market Nissan converted to right-hand drive.

For enthusiasts specifically searching for a:

• Nissan Stagea for sale
• Stagea 260RS for sale
• JDM Nissan wagon
• RHD Stagea
• RB26DETT wagon
• Manual RB26 Nissan
• WGNC34 Stagea
• Japanese performance wagon

this vehicle provides the genuine Japanese-market configuration.

JAPANESE VEHICLE HISTORY DOCUMENTATION

This Stagea includes Japanese vehicle-history and auction documentation.

The available history report identifies:

• Chassis: WGNC34-106592
• Manufacture Date: February 1998
• Model: Nissan Stagea
• Grade: 260RS Autech Version
• Engine: RB26DETT
• Drivetrain: 4WD
• Transmission: F5 / 5-Speed Manual

The available CAR VX report also lists no problem for accident/repair history or odometer rollback based on the information available to the reporting service at the time the report was issued.

Prospective buyers should review the complete report and all available documentation before purchasing.

IMPORTANT MILEAGE INFORMATION

The current J-Spec listing displays 127,820 miles.

Before publishing this revised description, we recommend confirming that figure directly against the odometer and Japanese mileage-history documentation.

Once confirmed, the mileage should appear consistently in:

• Product details
• Short description
• Long description
• Vehicle structured data
• Image metadata where applicable

Consistent mileage information is particularly important for both prospective buyers and search-engine vehicle data.

VIRGINIA TITLE & U.S. IMPORT DOCUMENTATION

This 1998 Nissan Stagea 260RS has already been imported into the United States and has a legal Virginia title and import documentation.

Therefore, the buyer does not need to independently source and import the vehicle from Japan.

Registration, inspection, emissions, and imported-vehicle requirements vary by state. Buyers outside Virginia should verify their local requirements before purchasing.

California residents should independently verify California registration and emissions requirements before purchasing.

WHY THE STAGEA 260RS AUTECH IS SPECIAL

The 260RS occupies an unusual place in Nissan performance history.

Instead of building another sports coupe, Autech applied serious performance engineering to Nissan’s Stagea wagon.

The resulting package combined:

• Factory RB26DETT twin-turbo engine
• 5-speed manual transmission
• Electronically controlled AWD
• Electric SUPER HICAS
• Brembo brakes
• Strengthened chassis
• Performance suspension tuning
• Five-door wagon practicality
• Five-passenger seating

The result is a genuine factory-developed high-performance wagon with significant engineering connections to Nissan’s most celebrated performance cars.

WHY BUY THIS 1998 NISSAN STAGEA 260RS?

This particular Stagea combines several highly desirable characteristics:

• Genuine 260RS Autech Version
• Factory RB26DETT twin-turbo engine
• Factory 5-speed manual transmission
• AWD
• Electric SUPER HICAS
• Brembo brakes
• Autech chassis enhancements
• BBS forged Autech wheels
• WK1 Silky Snow Pearl exterior
• Twin glass sliding sunroof
• 3-inch exhaust
• A’PEXi air intakes
• HKS turbo timer
• Japanese history documentation
• Virginia title
• Already imported into the United States

For an enthusiast who wants the RB26DETT experience in something considerably rarer and more practical than a conventional performance coupe, the Stagea 260RS offers an extraordinary combination.

CONDITION & DISCLOSURE

This is a used 1998 Japanese-market performance vehicle imported from Japan and is sold AS-IS.

The vehicle includes aftermarket components, including a 3-inch exhaust, A’PEXi air intakes, and HKS turbo timer.

Prospective buyers should carefully review the actual photographs, Japanese history documentation, auction records, mileage records, mechanical condition, modifications, and import paperwork before purchasing.

A professional pre-purchase inspection is recommended for any classic, imported, or modified performance vehicle.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is the Stagea 260RS a factory RB26DETT car?

Yes. The 260RS Autech Version was factory-developed with the RB26DETT. This vehicle is not a standard Stagea with an aftermarket RB26 swap.

What engine does the Stagea 260RS have?

It uses Nissan’s RB26DETT 2.6L DOHC 24-valve twin-turbo inline-six.

How much power did the Stagea 260RS make from the factory?

The 260RS was factory rated at approximately 280 PS / 276 hp.

Is this a factory manual Stagea?

Yes. The 260RS Autech Version was equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, and this vehicle’s Japanese history report identifies its transmission as F5.

Is the Stagea 260RS AWD?

Yes. It uses an electronically controlled torque-split four-wheel-drive system.

Does it have HICAS?

Yes. The 260RS features electric SUPER HICAS rear-wheel steering.

Does it have Brembo brakes?

Yes. Brembo brakes are part of the 260RS performance package.

Is this basically a Skyline GT-R wagon?

The 260RS shares significant performance concepts and hardware with Nissan’s Skyline GT-R, including the RB26DETT, performance-oriented AWD, HICAS, and Brembo brakes. However, it is properly identified as a Nissan Stagea 260RS Autech Version, not a Skyline GT-R.

Is the RB26DETT modified?

The current listing identifies A’PEXi intakes and a 3-inch exhaust as modifications. Buyers should inspect the complete engine configuration to determine any additional modifications.

What color is this Stagea?

It is finished in WK1 Silky Snow Pearl.

What is the chassis number?

The chassis number is WGNC34-106592.

When was this vehicle manufactured?

The Japanese history report lists the manufacture date as February 1998.

Is it right-hand drive?

Yes. This is an authentic Japanese-market right-hand-drive vehicle.

Does it have a U.S. title?

Yes. The vehicle has a legal Virginia title and import paperwork.

Is the Stagea sold with a warranty?

No. This used imported vehicle is sold AS-IS.

BUY A 1998 NISSAN STAGEA 260RS AUTECH RB26DETT

If you have been searching for a 1998 Nissan Stagea 260RS Autech for sale, RB26DETT Stagea, WGNC34 Stagea, JDM performance wagon, RHD Nissan Stagea, or factory RB26 manual AWD wagon, this vehicle deserves serious consideration.

The genuine Autech 260RS combines Nissan’s legendary RB26DETT 2.6L twin-turbo inline-six with a factory 5-speed manual transmission, electronically controlled AWD, HICAS rear-wheel steering, Brembo brakes, strengthened chassis, and the practicality of a five-door wagon.

This particular example adds a 3-inch exhaust, A’PEXi intakes, HKS turbo timer, BBS forged Autech wheels, twin glass sunroof, Japanese history documentation, and a Virginia title.

Year: 1998
Make: Nissan
Model: Stagea
Trim: 260RS Autech Version
Chassis: WGNC34-106592
Manufacture Date: February 1998
Engine: RB26DETT 2.6L Twin Turbo
Transmission: Factory 5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain: AWD
Rear Steering: Electric SUPER HICAS
Brakes: Brembo
Steering: Right-Hand Drive
Exterior: WK1 Silky Snow Pearl
Mileage: Verify against odometer/history documentation before publishing
Title: Virginia
Item ID: 42691
Condition: Used JDM Vehicle / Sold AS-IS

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