Nissan GT-R Spec-V details released

December 1, 2008 Omar Rana Nissan GT-R, Nissan GT-R Spec-V

Nissan won’t be attending the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, but prior to the press days Nissan will unveil the new Nissan GT-R Spec-V and thanks to GTRBlog, we have all the specs on the new lighter, faster and more powerful Spec-V model.

Nissan is expected to make only 10 units a month of the special-edition model with prices starting at 15,000,000 yen ($153,625 USD). The new Nissan GT-Spec V will make its official debut on January 8th, 2009 with the following changes:

Engine/Drivetrain:

    – Engine output increased to 520-hp.
    – Transmission mode selection button has been removed.
    – Overboost button for increased midrange boost during overtaking.
    – Carbon brakes.

Interior:

    – Carbon fibre MFD surround
    – Carbon fibre mirror switch surround
    – Black interior only
    – Silver painted panels are now chrome
    – Carbon fibre front seats
    – Carbon fibre rear shelf replaces seats

Exterior:

    – Carbon fibre grille painted matte clear
    – Carbon fibre rear wing painted matte clear
    – Carbon fibre ducts in front lip spoiler
    – New colour available: Ultimate Black Pearl, this is said to be a purplish black
    – Available colours: Ultimate Black Pearl, Brilliant White (new for MY09), Red, Dark Metal Gray, Black

Wheels and Suspension:

– Rays 20″³ Forged Aluminum Wheels
– Bilstein Damptronic suspension upgraded, superiour in performance to the Nismo ClubSport package suspension

Optional Extras:

    – Dunlop Tires (no cost option)
    – Thatcham alarm system
    – BOSE Sound System and ETC (Electronic Toll Card system)
    – Ultimate Black Pearl Paint – a 577,500 yen option

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Source: GT-RBlog