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Video: Nissan GT-R SpecV

January 9th 2009 22:30
Nissan GT-R SpecV


Yesterday, we were left feeling more than just a little short changed with the official unveiling of the much-hyped Nissan GT-R SpecV (formerly known as 'V-Spec'). Too many questions were left unanswered in the press release and the lack of any substantive power upgrades must've left many a Godzilla fan tossing and turning in bed overnight.


Nissan GT-R SpecV


Still, no one is doubting the performance credentials of the new SpecV. We just weren't blown away - yet (until a jaw-dropping Nurburgring lap time is posted - finger's crossed). Until that happens, let this following video showing the SpecV running at full tilt complete with glowing rotors be a little taste of things to come for the Japanese supercar.

Learn more about the Nissan GT-R SpecV here.






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Official: Nissan GT-R SpecV Model

January 8th 2009 22:00
Nissan GT-R SpecV


The much anticipated 'hotted-up' version of the Nissan GT-R has finally arrived in the form of a limited edition GT-R SpecV, a vehicle that has been designed and targeted "specifically at enthusiast drivers who desire race car-level performance in a street-legal vehicle".

Nissan GT-R SpecV


Available exclusively in a luscious shade of Ultimate Black Opal, the GT-R SpecV gains some exclusive go-fast bits including a carbon fibre rear spoiler, a carbon fibre grille, and carbon fibre brake ducts. A set of lightweight, racing-style forged aluminum wheels developed for this model by NISMO, Nissan's motorsport arm, replaces the standard offering.

The interior of the SpecV boasts a two-seat arrangement with special Recaro carbon fibre bucket seats, a carbon fibre embellished rear centre storage box, instrument panel and other trim areas.

Nissan GT-R SpecV


Now that we have gotten the aesthetic side of things out of the way, it's time to spill the beans on the performance upgrades bestowed on the flagship SpecV and it may come as disappointment to some of us. The official press release (see below) mentions only a new high gear boost control device, which momentarily increases boost of the engine's twin turbochargers for greater torque in the intermediate-to-high speed ranges. This apparently provides a more powerful feeling of acceleration, while also allowing the engine to operate at a lower speed for improved fuel economy. Other modifications include a titanium-coated exhaust system and carbon-ceramic brakes that provide powerful stopping performance.

And that's all, folks. No official power figures. No obligatory Nurburgring lap time. Feeling a little short changed? You betcha.

Nissan GT-R SpecV interior


The Official Nissan Press Release:

Nissan Announces New GT-R SpecV Model

TOKYO (Jan. 8, 2009) -- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a new limited-production Nissan GT-R SpecV model, which goes on sale at seven specially selected Nissan dealers throughout Japan on February 2, 2009. The GT-R SpecV is targeted specifically at enthusiast drivers who desire race car-level performance in a street-legal vehicle.
NISSAN GT-R SpecV

NISSAN GT-R SpecV

Developed around the multi-dimensional Nissan GT-R sports car, which was introduced just more than one year ago to universal global acclaim, the new SpecV model builds on the original's "ultimate supercar that anyone can enjoy driving anywhere, at anytime" philosophy - taking it to an entirely new level of "oneness between man and machine." The SpecV model includes unique body, interior and performance equipment and modifications, raising the GT-R's unmatched performance to even higher levels.

The GT-R SpecV's new exterior features include a carbon fiber rear spoiler, a carbon fiber grille, and carbon fiber brake ducts. The SpecV is available exclusively in Ultimate Black Opal (RP) body color. Inside, the SpecV's unique two-seat interior (non-SpecV GT-R models also include a two-place rear seat) offers special Recaro carbon fiber bucket seats, while carbon fiber insets embellish the rear center storage box, instrument panel and other trim areas.

Performance is enhanced with a new high gear boost control device, which momentarily increases boost of the engine's twin turbochargers for greater torque in the intermediate-to-high speed ranges to provide a more powerful feeling of acceleration, while also allowing the engine to operate at a lower speed for improved fuel economy. Other modifications include a titanium-coated exhaust system and carbon-ceramic brakes that provide powerful stopping performance.

The GT-R SpecV is also equipped with lightweight, racing-style forged aluminum wheels that were developed for this model and have been sold by Nissan Motorsports International (NISMO) since September 2008. The lighter unsprung weight provided by the new wheels, together with the enhanced braking capability, an exclusive suspension and high-grip tires, combine to deliver the SpecV's exceptional performance.

The SpecV will be sold at the following seven dealer outlets, each of which is staffed by mechanics with special GT-R SpecV training and who are knowledgeable of racing circuit driving.

Dealer outlets selling the SpecV
Ibaraki Nissan Sales Co., Ltd. Mito Sennami Outlet
Nissan Prince Tokyo Sales Co., Ltd. Kamedo Outlet
Nissan Prince Nagoya Sales Co., Ltd. Fukiage Outlet
Nissan Prince Osaka Sales Co., Ltd. Horie Kawaguchi Outlet
Nissan Prince Hyogo Sales Co., Ltd. Nada Outlet
Nissan Prince Kagawa Sales Co., Ltd. Takamatsu Outlet
Yamaguchi Nissan Sales Co., Ltd. Ogori Interchange Outlet

Suggested nationwide retail price (including consumption tax) 15,750,000 yen


[Source: Nissan]









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Euro-spec Nissan GT-R receives upgrades for 2009

December 9th 2008 21:30
2009 Nissan GT-R Black Edition


The venerable Nissan GT-R, aka 'Godzilla', has received an upgrade for the 2009 model year that sees a small hike in power to a maximum of 357 kW (an increase of 3.7 kW), a new set of bespoke Dunlop SP Sport 600 DSST tyres as standard, a new colour (Storm White), black RAYS alloy wheels for the Black Edition and a small price increase


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Nissan GT-R sells like hotcakes in Australia

November 7th 2008 22:30
Nissan GT-R wallpaper


While the world financial tsunami has caused a sharp decline in new vehicles sold, there are exceptions and one such example is the Nissan GT-R which has sold up a storm since it went on pre-sale locally at the recent Australian International Motor Show


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Video: The Nissan GT-R documentary by National Geographic

October 22nd 2008 04:55
Nissan GT-R Documentary


For those with roughly 3/4 of an hour to spare, you might be interested to check out this comprehensive video documentary from the National Geographic on the new Nissan GT-R


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Australian prices and specs: Nissan GT-R due in April 2009

October 3rd 2008 04:45
2008 Nissan GT-R


There's just six months to go...! Till what? Just six months to go until the venerable Nissan GT-R aka 'Godzilla' officially arrives on Australian shores


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WALD International dresses up the Nissan GT-R

September 2nd 2008 00:15
WALD International Nissan GT-R


WALD International, a premier Japanese tuning company and bodykit developers in VIP-style, has temporarily directed their attention away from blinging out luxury European marques to try their hand at dressing up a homegrown supercar - the Nissan GT-R


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Nismo's Club Sports Package for Nissan GT-R

September 1st 2008 05:45
Nismo GT-R Club Sports Package


While Nismo have appeared to be taking a back seat when all the major aftermarket tuning workshops have been working overtime to deliver performance boosting products for the new R35 GT-R, the release of a new 'Club Sports Package' by Nissan's in-house tuner proves they haven't been as slack as we first thought


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The Stig takes the Nissan GT-R around Top Gear test track

July 22nd 2008 22:25
The Stig drives Nissan GT-R


Sure, the Nissan GT-R's Nurburgring lap-time is impressive, but funnily enough, the lap time that everyone's been waiting for is how fast the Godzilla can lap around the Top Gear test track with 'tame racing driver', the Stig, behind the wheel


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Top Gear: GT-R vs Shinkansen Bullet Train video

July 15th 2008 11:15
Top Gear Nissan GT-R


In the latest episode of Top Gear - arguably the world's most popular motoring show - Jeremy Clarkson hops into the venerable Nissan GT-R for the first time and he does so on Japanese soil


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Nissan 'Race Academy' for GT-R customers

June 20th 2008 11:15
Nissan GT-R


In what could be a sign of things to come for local buyers of the Nissan GT-R, Japanese car maker Nissan has launched what they call a ‘Race Academy’ for customers who have pre-ordered the Godzilla. In the UK for instance, customers will be offered the opportunity to participate in Race Academy events at either the Silverstone F1 circuit or at the Nürburgring race track in Germany


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Video: Nissan GT-R does Nurburgring in 7:29

June 2nd 2008 11:15
Nissan GT-R 7:29 video


When it was first reported that a stock Nissan GT-R had done a revised time of just 7 min 29 seconds at the famous Nurburgring, some people were left privately thinking if it was possible at all


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VIdeo: Nissan GT-R hits 311km/h

May 2nd 2008 23:59
Kazunori Yamauchi drives Nissan GT-R


In this latest video of the Nissan GT-R, Kazunori Yamauchi of Gran Turismo fame pilots the most talked about high-performance car around a damp Nurburgring and hitting a top speed of 311 km/h in the process


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Nissan GT-R cracks 7min 30sec barrier at Nurburgring

May 2nd 2008 11:15
Nissan GT-R Nurburgring


The all-new Nissan GT-R - affectionately known here as the 'Godzilla' - has cracked the 7min 30sec mark at the famous Nurburgring circuit in Germany with a blistering time of 7min and 29seconds


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