Our Heritage

Heritage Nissan – Canberra Region was officially established in 2020 by a group of local R31 Skyline owners. Before becoming a formal club, members connected through casual meetups under the ACT R31 Owners Facebook group-and even earlier through the R31Skylineclub.com community.

As these cars reached classic status, the idea of forming an official club gained momentum. The goal was simple: create a structured community that could access the Concessional Registration Scheme (CRS), attend events as a recognised club, host its own gatherings, and offer merchandise to members.

From that point, things moved quickly. A committee was formed, a constitution was established, and both Full and Associate memberships were introduced. The club saw strong early growth and continues to build on that foundation today.

Since then, the club has achieved many of its original goals-becoming incorporated, affiliating with the Council of ACT Motor Clubs and Motorsport Australia, and establishing systems to support members both socially and administratively.

Monthly meetings became a core part of club life, giving members a chance to catch up over dinner before discussing club activities and plans. These gatherings remain a key part of the community.

Events have also played a major role in shaping the club. From the first 7th Skyline Day starting at Lanyon Marketplace and cruising to Honeysuckle Tracking Station to larger follow-up events and activities like scavenger hunts, the club has consistently delivered well-attended and memorable experiences. Today, it remains an active participant in broader community events such as Shannons Wheels and Marques in the Park.

Events have also played a major role in shaping the club. From the first 7th Skyline Day starting at Lanyon Marketplace and cruising to Honeysuckle Tracking Station to larger follow-up events and activities like scavenger hunts, the club has consistently delivered well-attended and memorable experiences. Today, it remains an active participant in broader community events such as Shannons Wheels and Marques in the Park.

A club that motorsports together stays together, and our club is heavily involved in local motorsport. From Drag to Drift, Hillclimb to Motorkhana, Powercruise to Summernats, our members are always having fun, and some of us are pretty quick too! Our Motorsport Australia Sporting affiliation means that our members can apply for Motorsport Australia licenses to compete in their preferred events.

Motorsport is another big part of the club's identity. Members are involved in everything from drag racing and drifting to hill climbs, motorkhanas, Powercruise, and Summernats. Through its Motorsport Australia affiliation, eligible members can also apply for competition licenses.

As a Council of ACT Motor Clubs–affiliated club, members can access the CRS in both the ACT and NSW helping keep classic vehicles on the road and in use.

While the club has grown and evolved, the core idea remains unchanged: bring together people who are passionate about Nissan and Datsun vehicles, and create a welcoming space where everyone can be involved.

Whether you own a Datsun 240Z, an R31 Skyline, a Nismo Juke, a VL Commodore, or you're simply interested in getting into one, you're welcome here. Associate memberships are also available for those between builds or still searching for the right car.

Old or new everyone's welcome. 🚗