New Skyline GTR pics just released!!!!!

Dave_au · 19-10-2005, 10:32 PM

Now that I have your attention -

These are pics of the final proto-type by Nissan before the car is produced - and if the Mazda Rx-8 proto-type was anything to go by - this is probably the new godzilla.

EDIT: Additionally, my bad for calling this car the Skyline, the GTR badge has parted ways from the Skyline coupe, instead it's a stand alone Nissan sports car, however it will share many common components with both the V/G35 Skyline and the 350Z

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Originally Posted by Nissan

October 19 2005

Nissan Unveils the GT-R PROTO

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, recognizing 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 center air intake is designed to optimize 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 tires, and the air vent behind the front fender also optimizes 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.

More pics here:
http://www.gtrproto.com/

blueoval · 19-10-2005, 10:35 PM

Looks nice Dave. But too much like a 350Z to me. I havent read thru all the shpeel, but wasn't there a rumour that a twin turboed v8 supposed to be released for this car? It's probably crap talk though.

Dave_au · 19-10-2005, 10:37 PM

Rumour was twin turbo for Asia, Australia and the UK, V8 for the yanks - aimed at being the performance coupe in Infiniti's lineup.

MrSparkle · 19-10-2005, 10:42 PM

Now that's nice! Not too sure where any 350z resemblance is, even the headlights are quite a bit different. Love the Ferrari-esque tail lights too!

I'll have one in black thanks, reckon that'd be a tough looking thing.

kooky · 19-10-2005, 11:01 PM

HAWT!!!! where do I sign.....

Feathers · 19-10-2005, 11:01 PM

Yuck. I don't like it at all..

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MethodX · 19-10-2005, 11:06 PM

Dont like the look of it either.

Especially the front.

sfr rob · 19-10-2005, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MrSparkle

Now that's nice! Not too sure where any 350z resemblance is, even the headlights are quite a bit different. Love the Ferrari-esque tail lights too!

I'll have one in black thanks, reckon that'd be a tough looking thing.

maybe you need to grab your glasses and have another look, if you put a 350Z next to that photo, you will see what i mean. Pretty much a 350Z with an awesome bodykit.

If it came down to it, i would probably chose one over a ford any day.

efgiar · 19-10-2005, 11:34 PM

damn, that has a nice ****, just like Miss Universe

: the front could do with some fixin up but i would buy one for sure!

they should call is "the spider" just because of the wheels, they look unreal!!

GenesiS · 19-10-2005, 11:40 PM

those pics are actually quite old, i hate quoting another forum but they were up on melbccr months ago... apparently, at the time i saw the photos they werent going to release it as a skyline as such, as it was basically an upmarket 350z... with the gtr badges of course

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Mite see if i can dig up what was said then on it, in regards to what it was going to be released as when i first saw the pics...

ssj_jaypee · 19-10-2005, 11:42 PM

This skyline > that skyline

I agree the new skyline looks too much like a 350Z POS instead of what a skyline should look like.

Valknutr · 19-10-2005, 11:47 PM

the old style skyline is still tops in my book

LeadFoot81 · 19-10-2005, 11:50 PM

How many prototypes are they going to roll out?
I really liked the 2001 prototype and thought they were going to release something like it. Now theyve come up with this...thing.
I hate the black A-pillar look. Its pox.

Steffo · 20-10-2005, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by GenesiS

apparently, at the time i saw the photos they werent going to release it as a skyline as such, as it was basically an upmarket 350z... with the gtr badges of course

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As for as I know, they still won't be calling it a Skyline.

Nissan GT-R will be the car's name, and it would be badged Infiniti GT-R in the USA. No Skyline, it isn't a Skyline. GT-R and V35 Skyline are seperate cars.

MrSparkle · 20-10-2005, 12:04 AM

Some comparitive shots, and I have chosen the Nismo 350z which has a body kit, as several posts have alluded to this particular combination.

Thoughts?

TZENU · 20-10-2005, 12:07 AM

Gimme a 34 anyday...
Like everyone has said too 350zish
The only thing that slightly resembles a GTR on the new concept is the trademark "hot plate" lights...

MrSparkle · 20-10-2005, 12:10 AM

So for all you "it's a rebadged 350z" type people, can you categorically list the similiarities for the rest of us, with particular attention to detail please? I am curious, to say the least...

Moya · 20-10-2005, 12:11 AM

HOT

I'm still drooling over a r34 GTR though. Oh, I mean, I want a GTP.

MITCHAY · 20-10-2005, 12:12 AM

I like it though its like a 350Z front end and Skyline rear. Id still take the R34 though over it.

sfr rob · 20-10-2005, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by MrSparkle

So for all you "it's a rebadged 350z" type people, can you categorically list the similiarities for the rest of us, with particular attention to detail please? I am curious, to say the least...

you have got to be kidding right?

look again, i could understand if you had a GT-R and a BA GT next to one another..... but for crying out loud....

not having a crack at ya mate, just stating the plain obvious!

its prety much a kitted up 350Z, & i like it!!

klawsterfobik · 20-10-2005, 12:15 AM

dont those pics say most of it.. Looking at those it almost looks like someone has got creative with photoshop..

MrSparkle · 20-10-2005, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by sfr rob

you have got to be kidding right?

look again, i could understand if you had a GT-R and a BA GT next to one another..... but for crying out loud....

not having a crack at ya mate, just stating the plain obvious!

its prety much a kitted up 350Z, & i like it!!

Clearly I have been looking at Nissans for too long then, to not see the blindingly obvious similarities that you guys can. I'll put on my Blue Oval Blinkers now - ah that's better. Now I can compare every car on the road to a Ford, preferably a Falcon of some variety, as that is my baseline of existance. Hey look, you are right! I can see it now - they are identical in every respect! Boy don't I feel stupid!

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sfr rob · 20-10-2005, 12:22 AM

LOL

pass what ever you have been smoking to me man!

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MrSparkle · 20-10-2005, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by sfr rob

LOL

pass what ever you have been smoking to me man!

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Ssh, you'll give away the secret of my stirring success!

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12 · 20-10-2005, 12:36 AM

Well I can safely say the that the R32, R33 and R34 GTR's will remain my favourite of GTR's. That thing is absolutely shocking! What a shame.

Biggoggs · 20-10-2005, 12:45 AM

Hey MrSparkle, do(/did) you actually own an S15, or is that just your avatar?

The back-end doesn't look too bad since they've kept the trademark stove brakes, but it doesn't have the same low stance as all the previous Skylines. The front does look a little like a cross between the 350Z and a Smart ForFour, seems they're trying too hard. Perhaps, like the Supras and FR Celicas, are destined to be a `yesterday's legend' car.

seano14 · 20-10-2005, 12:46 AM

i love it, though i reckon something doesnt look quite right with the windscreen and the whole roof line element and the side windows

have to admit though i still prefer the r34

Dave_au · 20-10-2005, 01:02 AM

Its really getting quite a mixed reception on other forums too.

I for one like it, I think it will grow on me further. The jury is out on the carbon fibre grill, but you never know what may change before final production.

As for the whole 350z thing, I can't see a direct resemblance, I think it's more of a Nissan DNA design that everyone is picking up on.

Have a look at the G35 Skyline coupe as well.

BlueRaven · 20-10-2005, 01:28 AM

For some reason, above any other skyline, i'd pick an R32 GTR. R33's were too rounded and girly (more so with the GTS, granted) and R34s were too ricer.

Statistics wise, they never were that much faster either...

Steffo · 20-10-2005, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueRaven

For some reason, above any other skyline, i'd pick an R32 GTR. R33's were too rounded and girly (more so with the GTS, granted) and R34s were too ricer.

Statistics wise, they never were that much faster either...

Talking base GT-R models (none of the N1's or that fancy stuff), the R32 was the fastest with 4.8 to 100km/h, 12.8 1/4 mile to the R33's 5.1-5.0 and 13.3's, and the R34's 4.9 and 12.9. Lightest weight + same power... was a recipe for fast.