new skyline

[REED]

[Feersty]

Haha. I like it.

[WRXtranceformed]

[HAULN-SS]

man, with the front wadded up there, i'd swear that was just another Z

[WRXtranceformed]

Well, it looks like Nissan is going to be dropping Launch Control in the newer GTR models...why not just make a 6 speed manual version???

It appears that GT-R owners won't have to worry about voiding their warranties if they use Launch Control -- for the 2010 model year, the car won't come with the feature. Inside Line is quoting a Nissan exec as saying "It's gone. We just don't want to deal with the warranty nightmare anymore. It'll make the 2009 GT-R really special. It'll be the only R35 with launch control."

We've previously reported cases where Nissan GT-R owners have brought their cars to the dealership with transmission trouble only to be told their warranties won't cover it. It turns out that disabling the car's VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) too often, in order to use the Launch Control function, meant Nissan wasn't covering the repairs. The cost to fix/replace the transmission is only $20,000, so you can imagine owners weren't too upset. Apparently the GT-R owner's manual states that damage to the transmission is not covered if it is proven to be the result of using Launch Control with the VDC turned off. In fact, the manual states that the only reason you should turn off VDC is to "rock" the vehicle when stuck in mud or snow. We await Nissan's revised performance numbers.

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[Feersty]

It The cost to fix/replace the transmission is only $20,000, so you can imagine owners weren't too upset.

Are they being facetious here? $20,000 for a transmission is a lot of effin' money. I came across a few of the threads through Honda-Tech, and some of the owners, did some dumb ass stuff. I can understand why Nissan is getting rid of the launch control. But I didn't know it didn't come with a 6 speed manual. Is there a waiting list to purchase them right now at Nissan dealerships?

[WRXtranceformed]

Spec-V was officially released in Japan. They're not sure if it will hit American shores. I'm a little surprised at the lack of changes, but I hope for buyers sake that they addressed the transmission issues due to the increased power.

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After nearly a year of speculation and spy shots, it's official: the Nissan GT-R SpecV has arrived. The limited edition GT-R is a subtle evolution of the super coupe that's set the world on fire after its introduction last year, and Nissan claims that it offers race car-levels of performance in a street-legal vehicle.

The body mods consist of a carbon fiber rear spoiler, grille and brake ducts, along with an exclusive Ultimate Black Opal paint job. On the inside, a set of carbon fiber Recaro buckets are fitted up front, while the rear seats have been nixed to save a few pounds. Carbon fiber also adorns the center storage box, instrument panel and replaces the majority of the interior trim.

The only substantive engine modification is a new high gear boost controller that increases the amount of compressed oxygen entering the twin-turbo'd 3.8-liter V6 to deliver more torque in mid- to high-range revs. A titanium-coated exhaust and a reworked suspension is fitted underneath, and carbon ceramic brakes hide behind 20-inch NISMO wheels that conspire to reduce unsprung mass and improve braking performance.

Sales begin in Japan at seven pre-selected dealers, with pricing set at 15,750,000 yen. There's no word on whether the GT-R SpecV will make the trek across the Pacific, but we're not holding our breath just yet.



Check out the other pics on that site. Does anyone else think that those exhaust tips look really raw and unfinished?? $173,000+ is a LOT too, you're getting into Ferrari territory..

[CaptainHenreh]

Damon Lavrinc needs to learn how to write.

[Apoc]

Take an overpriced car, make a few changes, make it more overpriced and profit. Those sneaky Japanese.

[Goodspeed]

I love the look of the exhausts. The wheels look like Pep-Boy's specials, though.

[Mike]

wait wait... they added some carbon bits and turned up the boost knob... that warrants a near double in price!?

the car took the world by surprise? only thing i remember of it is it tipping the BS scales and transmissions breaking. i have 0 desire to see one or drive one, really.

[WRXtranceformed]

I would love to flog on one for a day or so, but I would never make that kind of an investment in a car with known $xx,xxx repair bills in stock form.

[Apoc]

I would love to flog on one for a day or so, but I would never make that kind of an investment in a car with known $xx,xxx repair bills in stock form.

Is that your philosophy for chicks too? The high priced ones are never worth the long term investment because they invariably break.

[Evan]

Damon Lavrinc needs to learn how to write.

its autoblog, they need to learn how to stop sucking entirely

[Apoc]

Evan just hates it 'cause it has the word blog in it.

[HAULN-SS]

Can you blame him?

[Apoc]

Can you blame him?

I don't care, personally.

[Evan]

Evan just hates it 'cause it has the word blog in it.

Chris just likes it because his employer owns it and he likes to think AOL is still relevant.

Look up their E36 project track car and Ill give you a dollar if you dont laugh out loud.

[Apoc]

I think everything we do is a joke (except maybe asylum.com because it has boobs) and the only relevancy they provide is my mortgage payment and free Masters degree.

Nice try though... it probably would have worked two years ago.

P.S. - The GT-R is still overrated.

[WRXtranceformed]

I would love to flog on one for a day or so, but I would never make that kind of an investment in a car with known $xx,xxx repair bills in stock form.

Is that your philosophy for chicks too? The high priced ones are never worth the long term investment because they invariably break.

Yes. haha.

I could stomach spending 5 figures on repair bills for a Ferrari, but not for a Nissan.