Though the original Calsonic Skyline GT-R still lives in Japan, a part of it has made its way to Australia. It’s livery.

A recreation of the famous blue Group A racer will appear in the form of the #23 NISMO Nissan Altima Supercar, driven by Michael Caruso and Dean Fiore, at the Sandown 500 retro round.

The Calsonic R32 Skyline GT-R took out an astonishing 15 victories in the Japanese Touring Car Championship, and won the 1990 and 1993 championships.

Nissan Calsonic R32 Skyline GT-R side

“Nissan has achieved a lot in global motorsport and there are so many great liveries to choose from,” says Caruso.

“The Calsonic livery is one of Nissan’s most famous and perfectly represents its racing heritage.

Michael Caruso's Nissan Calsonic R32 GT-R Skyline

“Mark Skaife explained what it was like to drive and it sounded wild. What a beast!

“I hope I can emulate its success at the Sandown 500.”

Nissan Calsonic R32 GT-R Skyline rear

The Sandown retro round in which the Calsonic Altima Supercar will run kicks off on Friday September 15.