2008 Nissan GT-R Black Edition

A Nissan GT-R is always special, but a V-spec model is that little bit extra special. The mid 1990’s saw the R33 Skyline get the GT-R V-spec treatment, adding some go faster goodies to the GT-R mixture. When compared to the R32 and R34, the R33 suffered a bit as the middle child, with the…

The S13 Silvia, introduced in mid-1988 the 1989 model year, was immensely popular in Japan. At its introduction in 1988, it won the Car of the Year Japan Award. The Silvia was no longer exported, however; rebadged 180SX were instead sold in most markets. European versions of this car were still known as 200SX. In…

The updated GT-R receives a number of enhancements, including a revised navigation system, recalibrated suspension settings and an improved-flow catalyst system. It is scheduled to go on sale in other global markets beginning next spring. In addition, the GT-R’s suspension has been retuned to offer enhanced, premium quality ride comfort, while still providing the driver…

After the concept reveal in 2018, Nissan and Italdesign have launched the exclusive hand-built GT-R50. As the name suggests it celebrates both 50 years of the GT-R in production, and a limited run of only 50 units. The design was penned at Nissan’s San Diego design studio with the technical design and prototyping taking place…

In February 1983 the DR30 Skyline range received a significant boost in performance with the introduction of the turbocharged FJ20ET engine in the 2000RS-Turbo. Front brakes were also significantly upgraded to cope with the power increase. Now with 140 kW / 190 PS; 188 hp) of power at 6,400 rpm and 225 N·m (166 lb·ft) of torque at 4,800 rpm on tap, the FJ20ET enjoyed…

Every year Nissan adds a little more power and makes a few minor tweaks to the GT-R. This year a face lift was on the cards, refreshing Godzilla with a slightly prettier face. Other changes include a softening of the suspension, leaving the hard edged experience for the NISMO version. “The new GT-R delivers a…