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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 09:28 AM
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NISSAN AT THE TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2005 – GT-R PROTO

At a glance:

Ultimate driving pleasure

Exterior design close to final

Official launch set for 2007

At the 35th Tokyo Motor Show in 2001, Nissan unveiled the GT-R Concept, confirming that the GT-R legend would be continued into the 21st century. Then, at the 37th Tokyo Motor Show in 2003, Nissan announced the next-generation GT-R would be rolled out in 2007. Now with the launch of the production model just two years away, the development of the new GT-R has moved ahead again with the reveal of the GT-R PROTO.

Ultimate driving pleasure

In essence, driving pleasure means that a car responds faithfully to the driver's wishes and performs precisely as expected. Successive generations of the GT-R have consistently pursued this vision of ultimate driving pleasure. Whether on the road or the racetrack, the GT-R has always represented ultimate performance combined with handling qualities that stay faithful to the driver’s wishes, in all conditions. As a result, the GT-R has built a reputation that extends far beyond just its loyal owner base.

Exterior design: pure performance

The design of the GT-R PROTO expresses pure GT-R heritage, coming from the first model PGC10 (1969) through R34 (1999), in a new and expressive form.

From its original roots as a pure-bred Japanese performance car, the new GT-R will now be a car sold globally, recognising its ability to compete with the very best in the world. For the first time in its history, the new GT-R will be designed as a specific body-style, and not derived from a sedan.

The design language of the GT-R PROTO is expressed by a distinctive body-style that communicates pure performance and functionality. The form of the GT-R PROTO instantly expresses its purpose and potential, but in a way that is unique to this iconic car.

At the front end, the single centre air intake is designed to optimise airflow and to strongly link the identity of the GT-R from R34 to GT-R Concept (2001). Front fenders are uniquely designed through intensive analysis of the airflow around the tyres and the air vent behind the front fender also optimises aerodynamics. The sides of the body are sculptured towards the rear fender, expressing the power and dynamic tension of the car.

The overall shape of the body combines solid and smooth surfaces to achieve the look of a well-trained athlete. The unique C-pillar crease is designed for optimum aerodynamics, reflecting the racing DNA of the GT-R.

The rear of the GT-R PROTO is strong and well defined. The signature four ring-shaped tail lamps provide an immediate visual link to previous GT-R models. Four large-bore exhaust pipes complete the purposeful look, which could only be that of a pure GT-R.

The GT-R PROTO provides for the first time a clear indication of the final design direction for the production model to be launched in 2007, the first all-new GT-R in eight years.



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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 09:36 AM
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Front half looks like the new Mitsu. Eclipse
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 09:41 AM
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Damn, if it looks anything like that, I'm buying. Thanks for the scoop Mike.
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 09:53 AM
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Front half looks like the new Mitsu. Eclipse
I guess if you're on the rock.
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 09:55 AM
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your ride has arrived lord vader .. muhahahhahahah this car is gonna be so sick
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 11:44 AM
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is THAT ^^ what its going to look like.. back is cool, but the front it too space age lookin' front grill area isnt clean at all. Anyone have any actual photos from the show?
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 11:47 AM
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Looks like the car means serious business!

<starts saving money>
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:07 PM
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i wonder how much does it run for???
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:19 PM
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Now the question becomes, do I save my money I have for mod's for a downpayment, or just spend it on my Z!
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by HockeyZ39
Now the question becomes, do I save my money I have for mod's for a downpayment, or just spend it on my Z!
downpayment and trade the Z in also while you are at it
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by mc350z
after seeing the general design i think id be afraid to ask
you can afford it . just get rid of the mustang or something or the vette too
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by ARCHANGEL
downpayment and trade the Z in also while you are at it
Trading the Z was a given if I'm going to save for the GT-R!
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:51 PM
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pretty, at last, it has a true coupe form
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 12:58 PM
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Check this out of some vehicles coming out in 2007 including what seems to be a 2007 nissan skyline right hand drive. Link`~~~~>http://images.google.com/imgres?imgu...lr%3D%26sa%3DN
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 01:00 PM
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i heard the car is going to be like 80k
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 01:00 PM
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Holy crap, if the car looks anything like that, I'd be willign to give up a lot to have the car.

That looks insane, cannot wait for official pics. Is it official if it's coming out as a Nissan or Infiniti?
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by D@ActiveTuning
Holy crap, if the car looks anything like that, I'd be willign to give up a lot to have the car.

That looks insane, cannot wait for official pics. Is it official if it's coming out as a Nissan or Infiniti?
Looks like it is going to be a Nissan.
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