spec-v news release and photos! Options

[MindlessOath]

We covered whats going to come with the Spec-v in previous articles, as well as GTRBlog.com and GTR-World.net So all the information is already known, nothing to add.

Thanks goes to DCD for the first with the photos. You can catch more info from nissan news release and the spec-v page.

Video

Nissan Spec-v Release video

Here is a quick quote from Dino just to summarize it.

For your 15,750,000 Yen you get the full Nismo Club Sport package, carbon-ceramic brakes, carbon spoiler, grille and brake ducts. Inside the same carbon-like trim seen on the Tokachi Race GT-R makes an appearance while the rear seats have been eliminated. The limited edition color Ultimate Black Opal will be the only one available. Can’t wait to drive this car and see how much better than the standard car it really is. The over-boost function sounds interesting but would like to find out more info on this.

Here is the official Press Release in english.

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.

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

This post has been edited by MindlessOath: Jan 7 2009, 08:35 PM

[CapnBoost]

I see what looks like new wheels and a different exhaust exit. The site mentions carbon fiber, CCM brakes, & recaros, more torque, better mileage, and an exclusive color (which doesn't look like midnight purple metallic).

Can't see the brand on the coilovers... maybe bilstein, ohlins?

More details?

Turbo icon replaces the shock icon on the center console selectors. Turbo icon on the steering wheel.

This post has been edited by CapnBoost: Jan 7 2009, 08:32 PM

[Retromoe]

That spec v emblem is pretty neat, I suppose that's the black pearl color? Otherwise it looks great.

[Ev0H8t3r]

disapointed...wishing the Spec V was more like a V Spec ws tot he other Skylines...but it is what it is...

love the color, looks nice...should have done a better interior for the price!

[shin]

36 official SpecV photos at:

http://www.gtr-world.net/photogallery/r35g...ecv-photos.html

This post has been edited by shin: Jan 7 2009, 08:23 PM

[XMMAN]

uh. thats it? come on Nissan!!!! What do you guys think of the blue coloring on the gauge screen?

This post has been edited by XMMAN: Jan 7 2009, 08:23 PM

[MindlessOath]

spec-v offers the nismo clubsport package plus carbon ceramics and an 80secound overboost feature with brake ducts. exclusive color and carbon fiber also.

this is a car only for exclusive people that must have rare cars and have LOTS of cash. otherwise its worthless. even for a warrantee... its left much to desire especially seeing what the aftermarket is doing.

[Anomaly]

All I want for christmas.

[NickTO]

I really like the lower lip brake duct/ undertray with the carbon fiber accent. Hopefully it becomes orderable at one point to retrofit!


Looks like the Overboost button is where the suspension setting button used to be. And activated from the steering wheel



This post has been edited by NickTO: Jan 7 2009, 08:42 PM

[NickTO]

That settles the "It's a V-Spec. Not a Spec-V, Spec-V is for lowly Sentras" debate once and for all !

[Ev0H8t3r]

All I want for christmas.
haha christmas past already! you got a long wait!

how much will these bad boys go for?

[MindlessOath]

yes, the overboost replaces the other setting. the overboost works for 80secounds.

[XMMAN]

is it confirmed 100% that these will be available in the US?

[XMMAN]

lol if you enable the overboost does it void you warranty? Can you only use it when stuck in snow mud or loose gravel?

[Anomaly]

So now that it's official, when do we get to find out how quick it went around the ring?

[NickTO]

The rear seat delete blanket is really ugly. They should've made it all CF and for God's sake change the rear tunnel console to CF... they even left the cup holder for the non-existent rear passengers.


Someone make a CF one!

This post has been edited by NickTO: Jan 7 2009, 08:47 PM

[MindlessOath]

this will NOT be available in america at all. no plans to bring one over unless someone pays alot to import one. overboost doesnt void anything obviously.

[NickTO]

this will NOT be available in america at all. no plans to bring one over unless someone pays alot to import one. overboost doesnt void anything obviously.

It voids your dry cleaned pants!

[Ev0H8t3r]

The rear seat delete blanket is really ugly. They should've made it all CF and for God's sake change the rear tunnel console to CF... they even left the cup holder for the non-existent rear passengers.


Someone make a CF one!

STEVE has you covered! they will be coming soon!

+1 about the rear seats, WTF is that! looks like I could still get my kids to sit there! would be like sitting in a military cargo plane...lol

[GTRGGHH]

uh. thats it? come on Nissan!!!! What do you guys think of the blue coloring on the gauge screen?

LOL....and there I was just in my playing around the setting hoping I could accidentally trigger the secret hidden option for blue color gauge menu.

Great, now they are going to give you some hard time b/c you want CF rear wing, now your GT-R is going to be Sepc-V wannabe.

This post has been edited by GTRGGHH: Jan 7 2009, 09:10 PM