Jake Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I saw this somewhere. Dunno if it's of interest to anyone here : The 2001 concept: http://www.edmunds.com/media/2001/tokyomotorshow/nissan_gtr/nissan.gt-r.f3-4.500.jpg It's back and it's going to kick ass . Rumored to have the VQ40DETT (4.0L V6 twin turbocharged), producing 450-500hp. Notice the Nissan badge in the rear shot. Official pics won't be released by Nissan until the Sunday the 9th, public on the 22nd in the Tokoyo auto show. http://www.carbodydesign.com/concept-cars/2005/10-05-nissan-gtr-concept/Nissan%20GTR%20Proto%20Concept.jpg http://www.carbodydesign.com/concept-cars/2005/10-05-nissan-gtr-concept/Nissan%20GTR%20Proto%20Concept%202.jpg After the GT-R Concept unveiled at the 35th Tokyo Motor Show in 2001, Nissan presents the GT-R PROTO, a vision of the next production model that will be on sale in 2007. Exterior design The design of the GT-R PROTO expresses 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 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. 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 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. 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. http://response.jp/issue/2005/1006/article74995_1.images/95632.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I'd wait for the official pics...before getting too excited or disappointed depending on your perspective....but they are the latest guesses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Just another drawing at the end of the day, looks nice tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I like it. As you say Alex, the real thing is probably going to be pretty far removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Seen this a while back, and I think its ok'ish but the conceptual renderings are far nicer....the stylist is a Japanese National and makes a big thing out of his inspiration from a suit of samurai armour....better than the latest Subaru Imprezza concept anyhoo, which is dire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSteve Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I take it by the 450-500bhp that the "gentlemens agreement" is no more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 With the BMW claiming 500bhp, I don't see the Japs sticking to any agreement, at least for their export models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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