It's a SAD day for Nissan "Skyline" GT-R fans

#Nissan #gtr #skylinegtr #nissanskyline #r35 #nissangtr
The closing chapter for the legendary R35 generation of the Nissan GT-R takes shape with the introduction of two limited-production special editions.
Building on the changes already announced for the 2024 GT-R, the T-spec Takumi Edition and Skyline Edition pay homage to the performance vehicle that has been an icon of the Nissan lineup since its 2007 debut.
After more than 17 years of thrilling fans and exhilarating drivers, GT-R production for the North American market will sunset in October. Since its launch, the R35 GT-R has delivered supercar-rivaling performance and excitement for a supercar-beating price tag, engaging a new generation of automotive enthusiasts in the U.S., and showing many more expensive sports cars its taillights on the racetrack.
Special editions for a special send-off
Pricing for the 2024 Nissan GT-R limited editions will start at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)1 of $151,090 for T-spec Takumi Edition and $131,090 for Skyline Edition. Both models are expected to arrive at select U.S. Nissan dealers this summer. Fewer than 200 units will be available, making this a rare and exclusive exit from the North American market.
Honoring talented craftspeople
The GT-R T-spec Takumi Edition honors the eponymous takumi master craftspeople responsible for hand-assembling each GT-R VR38DETT engine. The engine badge acknowledging the takumi will feature red-etched writing, and the engine bay will house a gold VIN plate. The red engine badge signifies an elevated level of attention to precise engine tolerances and component balancing during assembly of the twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6.
Additionally, theT-spec Takumi Edition stuns from every angle with its Midnight Purple paint job - a reference to some of the Skyline/GT-R line's most iconic special editions.The interior trim is also finished in exclusive Mori Green.
Like the standard 2024 GT-R T-spec, the Takumi Edition also receives several mechanical enhancements, including GT-R NISMO carbon-ceramic brakes, a gold-painted version of the NISMO's RAYS® 20-inch forged wheels, NISMO-tuned Vehicle Dynamic Control and wider front fenders.
Reflecting unforgettable scenery
The GT-R Skyline Edition brings the iconic name from overseas to the U.S. and references the abundant beauty found in skylines across Japan. Building on GT-R Premium, it wears Bayside Blue paint and features a stunning new Sora Blue interior color scheme. Once a staple of the car's color palette, Bayside Blue was "retired" after the R34-generation GT-ROpens in a new window. and revived in 2019 for the 50th anniversary edition model.
Sunsets always come before a new dawn approaches
While the R35 GT-R leaves an unforgettable legacyOpens in a new window., Nissan is now hyperfocused on the future and the next era of exciting innovation in performance.
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00:00 - RIP Nissan GT-R
08:06 - GX with Split Doors
09:54 - Kei Car Rant

[@Hschlick84]

I still never got the opportunity to even sit in a GT-R.

[@Mfam777]

I was fortunate enough to when I was in vegas I went to exotic racing. It is a bit steep during for these times: $299 for a few laps. However I’m glad I did. You should try it. The power just kept coming !

[@SvenQ45]

@@Mfam777 My fathers former classmate has a Nismo (had a standard GT-R before). He told him that at a get together years later. When my father told me he got that car I immediately asked when he has time. I didn´t drive it just was a passenger but: Not even full throttle. Just "click" on the accelerator and it goes. Just a few secs from that speed to that speed. And I saw one in Germany in 2007 before it was sold there. The biggest Nissan dealer in German brought one to a car meet. Very cool.

[@Mfam777]

@@SvenQ45 did he say the nismo was worth the extra cost? My dream car is the nismo version but it’s so expensive

[@SvenQ45]

@@Mfam777 He didn´t y this. But he is or was happy with both. He in general always liked and drove fast cars. His second car is a Ford Escort RS Cosworth.

[@Mfam777]

@@SvenQ45 wow! What a guy thank you

[@CARBONHAWK1]

Literally the car that inspired the digitalization of super cars

[@islanddon865]

Every dog has its day. I knew a guy who had a GT-R. I couldn't believe he loved it more than his family...till l met them.

[@ericB3444]

Its not a dog its a DATSUN

[@islanddon865]

@@ericB3444 A dog will go farther than a JATCO transmission!!!🤮

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I remember when Top Gear reviewed this car and featured it many times on that show. The show is long gone for almost 10yrs now, yet the GTR is still here. That’s heck old, man! It’s a legendary icon though. RIP Godzilla.

[@Mfam777]

I remember Jeremy “quite possibly the best car ever”

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@Mfam777Yeah, I remember that. He always loves bullying Japanese cars but we all know deep inside he loves them. But I agree, it’s definitely the best car ever.

[@paranoidhumanoid]

The 1999 and prior Skylines are still (somewhat) abundant and legal to import to the US now.

[@phillyphil1513]

yup, the full 25 year restriction officially ended back in January 2024. it's now "open season" on RHD R34's.

[@paranoidhumanoid]

@@phillyphil1513 I'm seeing so many Centuries and Glorias riding around. I think we'll start seeing more JDMs on the streets now that the restriction is over. 👍

[@Mylifeislegendary982.]

Nissan GTR IS A LEGENDARY SUPER CAR and one car make that made the 911 sweat. I am a massive Porsche fan boy myself. My respect for the GTR IS out of this world. This is truly end of a Era .😍❤️

[@ArneAsada69]

When R35 came out, it was a giant killer. Nissan did little to refresh it. Everyone caught up and passed it by. Nissan is in no position to replace the GTR. Nissan needs to survive by making mass appeal crossovers and SUVs.

[@bradwhite5884]

Bruh, have Nissan do Crossovers and SUV's then making decent sports and sedan cars? So, you want Nissan to be like all the generic car company making more generic SUV's and Crossovers, no thanks buddy, I'll take my money and run to a better car company then

[@subieasunayuuki]

​@@bradwhite5884nobody wants that. It's just kinda sad truth about Nissan now. For eg, Nissan sell any sports cars in my country. They used, maybe in the 2010's

[@eugenux]

@@bradwhite5884take your money and go wherever you want; the conditions to make an automobile these day are harsh and manufacturers need to invest a lot of money; only companies with tons of $$$ can afford to build halo or sports cars!, and the world is full of examples: Honda - used to have lots of sports cars..now, only a fwd performance hatchback Mitsubishi - used to dazzle the world and make ground to ground rally missiles..and now they are making none Subaru - same as Mistu, they used to be rally Gods and now, the STi bage is a thing of the past; they only make the BRZ because Toyota commissioned them and throw at them lots of money, not because Subaru wanted or had the (financial)capacity to produce a small rwd sports car Alfa-Romeo - they tried!, yet ppl didn't brought any and now they're on trajectory of building SUVs and crossovers only - and their history is only matched by brands like Porsche and Ferrari. Lancia is dead for some times now; lots of other brands are dead as well. There are zero reasons to build sports cars or supercars when you don't have the funds, the public(audience) and the company is on the brink of bankruptcy. Firstly, they needed to save the company; then, if the company still have brand enthusiasts that would be interested in spending their hard earned cash on a sports car from said brand, sure, invest and produce a vector of brand's image; until that part, the saving the company part is more important. And particularly for Nissan, everyone was interested in the new Z, yet no one is buying it!(Nissan wrongly believed heritage and brand name will get enthusiasts money but, what enthusiasts say and what enthusiasts do are two different things); the GT-R, if I remember correctly sold around 30 pcs per month in 2023 or something similar...and regardless of what keyboard enthusiasts say, the ppl with the actual funds to purchase these vehicles weren't interested in a, basically, 17 year old design car; Nissan simply kept going because they didn't have anything else to show for, nor the money to research and develop a new car/platform; most likely, they will never have them, at the point where they are now and so, what they will have to do is buy/borrow an EV platform from someone else, put a GT-R body on it, change some software, adjust some hardware and call it a day; they have zero, I repeat, zero resources to build another real GT-R. They might even lack the funds to actually build the shared EV platform GT-R but, future has that thing in which it always reveals itself in due time and so, we shall see what will happen. Cheers!

[@ericB3444]

Nissan needs a whole makeover back to Datsun. All new stuff. New branding. New hybrid gas electrics to compete with Toyota

[@TinoMiller]

When I went to their Yokohama HQ in March they kept their mouth real shut on the new GTR all they said was it was going to be really nice and cool .. It will take some cues from the proto type

[@mamoruchiba752]

RIP GTR, I'm staying with my good old Japanese racing cars, F this EV shit

[@RomeyRome413]

Its was the first modern dual clutch, twin turbo super sport cars. It was munching on everything. Brilliant machine was about 10 years ahead of its time. No suprise it can still keep up with the modern metals today. It will be missed.

[@derekdrummond7544]

I've driven 3 on experience days, and the smile on my face was always bigger when i got out of them despite driving a Gallardo, Ferrari F430 , Audi R8 V10 and Aston Martin DB9. In fact I'm smiling now at the memory ☺️

[@James-pl2oy]

The R35 is like the iPhone when Jobs said it was 5 years ahead of competition

[@philhenderson3516]

Ironically they came out around the same time as well.

[@touayaaj84]

Ironically, the interior is so outdated even in the latest refresh

[@johannesmccoy5603]

I want both versions of the GT-R. Such a beast.

[@righteousone1]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! My favorite supercar!!!

[@phillyphil1513]

FUN FACT: driving home from circuit NJMP in Sept of 2022, i actually ran across someone driving a mint imported RHD R34 Nismo Edition in the classic Bayside Blue. it was on legit black TE-37's and thankfully i was able to catch up to it when the driver stopped at an Autozone of all places.😀 it was like spotting a UFO as you just don't see cars like that (outside of shows) driving around here in the Northeast. heck despite their abundance, i think i can count with both hands how many of the current gen R35's i've actually seen on local roads in the last 15 years. note: i say 15 years because the first cars we got here in 'Murica didn't arrive until the Fall of 2008 as Model Year '09's.

[@hiddenmaterial]

i have been following your channel since i started shopping for a GX a couple years ago, have a '23 gx and a '21 bayside blue gt-r and it makes me smile seeing these worlds collide :D thanks for your videos Kirk! love me some "outdated" JDM vehicles

[@KirkKreifels]

What an amazing vehicle combination! 👏

[@hiddenmaterial]

@@KirkKreifels thank you! I feel very blessed to have them. thanks for adding to these great communities with your content

[@phillyphil1513]

"GAME OVER MAN...!!! GAME OVER...!!!" (best late Bill Paxton voice) yup,i recently hot-lapped a full '24 GTR Nismo Edition sporting CCB's at the track back in May. 😎 it's still very much a fantastic car and the uprated (600HP) is in fact noticeable versus the base model's lower output.

[@EctoPlasmic]

I'm sure they will bring the GTR back the R36 with like some sort of Hybrid Engine

[@KirkKreifels]

If they don't, gtr is forever lost

[@faheemabbas3965]

Rumors are it will be solid state batteries. Nissan is so broke now that they can’t even make a new engine for the R36. Consider the GT-R dead once the R35 is gone. It’s sad.

[@gabrielriley2388]

⁠@@faheemabbas3965they can afford it (or eventually afford it) there mindset is making the GTR electric. And unless the platform they are developing for the gtr is flexible where it can hold ice engines (doubt there even considering that as a option) the Z will also skip hybridization.

[@2seep]

@@faheemabbas3965honestly the vr38 is such a great engine what can top it? They don’t need a new one, just a new car.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

I’m hoping Nissan goes plug in hybrid with the next gen GTR instead of EV and same with the NSX. Then at least we have a soul that’s modified for the changing times. Gotta be more optimistic, Kirk. At least I’m thankful Nissan actually has plans to continue the GTR legacy given their dire financial situation.

[@MrRaitzi]

If you wanted one, you already had one. Nobody will miss this as new.

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

There is something called being poor 😅

[@faheemabbas3965]

And a rumor is that the R36 will use solid state batteries as an EV. Nissan is so broke now that they can’t even make a new ICE engine for the R36. The GT-R is already dead, forever…

[@MathewBT81]

In Australia they sunset the GTR due to side impact regulations and also released the final special version ones like this. The price of them on the second hand market were reaching $1M AUD so as an investment it's a solid buy if your planning to flick 😅

[@MR3DDev]

I think many manufacturers gonna learn that sport cars enthusiasts are more than "it goes fast" In terms of EV why would someone go for a GTR when the Model 3 already reaches increadible speeds? Who is this for? Not gamers, gamers are in too much debt from student loans and that last Affirm loan for that 4090.

[@MrStevenAttila]

Hmm. I simply cannot understand how can Nissan chose to not make a successor of this amazing sports car? They should make a new monster with around 700 hp engine V8 or V10 in my opinion!

[@BroVCam]

I'm a long time Nissan guy; bout 20+ years in. But never got my budget up to GT-R's standard! 😅 But though I truly admire the beautiful creation, I just never agreed with it's inception! Brand and nameplate is everything in our US market! With it's performance and price-tag i always wished Nissan would have introduced it to us as an Infiniti like Toyota and Honda did with their big-guns the LFA and LC and NSX! That probably would have made the GT-R more attractive and a justifiable purchase! But I sure hope they figure this out whenever they bring Zilla back! As always, enjoyed the content! ✌🏾❤✊🏾

[@bradwhite5884]

Honestly, the GTR is long overdue to be retired, we should of had the R36 by now and moving onto the R37 at this point, honestly their mistake was making the GTR a super car tbh, so yeah

[@SvenQ45]

My fathers former classmate has a Nismo. Was glad to get to be a passenger a few times. I also saw one in Germany in 2007 before it was released here. A Nissan dealer brought it to a Nissan gathering. It´s also a wonder it even got the way to Germany. USA is always more lucky. Dunno how or IF there will be a new GT-R. But maybe it´s electric... Money is a big concern for them right now. And even if it was the only GT-R it was a good thing we ever got such a car in the first place! And some stupid states forbid k-cars now... Will not start on the discussion again... Btw the Nissan Clipper also got an ev version. Like the Honda in that video.

[@ivorton23]

I feel like Nissan is going the way of Mitsubishi. Pretty sad smh

[@mrgurulittle7000]

Tf?! Nissan is introducing a new electrified GTR based off the Hyperforce concept they revealed last year. Nissan is investing in a new GTR.

[@ivorton23]

@@mrgurulittle7000 I’ll believe it when I see it at this point

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@ivorton23Rather believe Nissan is Mitsubishi than fcking believe what they themselves tell you? You’re a different species…

[@Chudhole]

What a terrible decision. They have a winning design and decide to kill it. Now if I want one I have to buy a used base 4 door skyline cuz that’s all I can afford.

[@JustinPennito]

Not really. They made it too unobtainable for it's core fans. The Infiniti Q50/Q60 were the better values by a longshot. When this generation GT-R first came out in the U.S., for what it was, it was competitively priced & then 2-3 years later, with minimal changes, the price almost doubled & that was over a decade ago, we're talking way way before covid, chip shortages & the current state of inflation we're experiencing now. While my comments in other videos are usually mixed when it comes to Honda & Toyota, I am a Nissan fan, but this hasn't been "what's up," for years & I don't even care about the "old bones," that's honestly why the price should have stayed more competitive, just like Dodge did with the Scat Packs & Hellcats, obtainable almost 500 & over 700, horsepower respectively, that people could actually afford to purchase, before covid & the shortages of course, even though now, their prices have gone back down. The Skylines were always affordable powerful cars, the GT-R only exuded that it's first couple of years out & even then, it was boarder like, $70,000 about 15 years ago, is a completely different amount than what $70,000 is now. Good riddance I say, honestly.

[@electrikoptik]

70K in 2009 was never affordable. Was it more affordable than the sports cars it competed against? Yes. However 70K is stil about 105K when adjusted for inflation in 2024.

[@philhenderson3516]

@@electrikoptik $69K was the original initial MSRP. However, some people were able to get it for $63 - $64K. It was a bargain at that price and was FAR AHEAD the competition at the time. So much so that Porsche had been spying its development and when released bought a couple to dissect it and study it. That's how great Nissan was back then, same for Infiniti.

[@JustinPennito]

@@electrikoptik you're right, I can agree with that, but when I think Skyline, I think Q50/Q60 & the G35/37 before them, even though most G35/37s on the road now are, unfortunately clapped out, like a Honda Civic. $70,000 today, without any shortages or pandemics, can get you an arguably faster car, notice I said arguably.

[@blackcow8114]

I really hope the next gen gt-r is actually based on the upcoming next gen skyline. staying true to its dna, while staying fairly affordable. doesn't have to be a 911 killer, I just want a fun nissan coupe

[@electrikoptik]

@@blackcow8114 The Nissan Z exists if you want that. The GT-R should remain a supercar beater.

[@jeremyg2245]

God I love weird designs like that N-VAN, I want it so badly lol, for whatever reason it also reminded me how much i've been hoping for a modernized honda element lol.

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

I still think the new Suzuki Swift would be the perfect vehicle for so many...small, but not tiny (unless you are comparing to an F150), hybrid, but offers manual transmission, looks good and is very affordable. I also wish we got the VW Polo in the states....it comes in this really cool purple color. Well silver lining is when I move to Sweden in a few years, these cars will be open to me to buy.

[@susitu6609]

The original r32 version of the was the perfect gtr, will be sold at around 50000 USD today. But Nissan just decided to jump to aluminium block instead and jacked up the price retail over 120000 and killed the car. If I have 120k to spare, I would get a model 3 performance and a 4 runner and still have cash left to spare for gas.

[@loki_wolff]

The end of an era 😢

[@rileypart1]

10:16 isn’t this similar to Nissan Leaf and Mitsubishi I-MIEV range?

[@kevinbarry71]

Not exactly a surprise. It hasn't been updated in I don't remember how long; and sales are abysmal. They tried selling a few very expensive special editions a while ago and I think they still sit in a warehouse somewhere

[@rileypart1]

11:15 Actually Mitsubishi I-MIEV counts Kei Car

[@thearkhamknight846]

you got to love how manufactures kill cars that makes the money

[@isalmankhan1]

Why japanese automakers are not taking Porsche seriously, I mean they make a car with so much effort & suddenly discontinue producing it🤔 It's very sad for GTR fan's like myself

[@gabrielriley2388]

They’re too conservative when it comes to updates, especially when there cars are out for 10-15 years.

[@byhsu6140]

One seat variant for $15K, might as well get a motorcycle then, at least you can fit 2.

[@tinhinnh]

i thought its the front of the Challenger at first 😂

[@undergroundriptiles7005]

There should’ve been a replacement already maybe 10 years in not 17. They could’ve and should’ve but dragged it out to where now it’s most likely not going to happen.

[@angelabov3n]

Hopefully my generation can get something cool or even cooler than the 90s. But I just do not see that happening with all these new rules and what not. It's hard enough to make a fun sedan/coupes with EPA and what not, I just want something fun to drive. Driving an EV just is not the same as a combustion engine. I get really sad when I see old sporty honda civics, corollas, and whatever because those cars are reliable, yet still tons of fun to drive. I pray hydrogen engines will make a play in the coming years.

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

70k back then was like 120-150k now 😂...or at least feels like it

[@salty.newenglander5322]

I can't stand the fact that they don't come with a standard trans.

[@vancity2349]

Its an incredible machine that smoked 911's when it first came out, like the Model 3 does today. Nissan priced it out of reach for most buyers and has limited sales. Its too bad but thats reality. As well Nissan is trying to survive financially in today's car industry...

[@joshm9003]

The last run of GTRs will for sure hold its value for a long time. Nissan if you are listening we do not want an EV GTR.

[@incognito5109]

Pray Honda , Toyota, and Mazda make it to the end 🙏

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Bummer

[@PREDATORS197]

One day i will own a R35 liberty walk.

[@AutoEnthusiastJC]

5:27 😄 eco-conscious gamers

[@yaffajaff]

Omg, those concept cars on the Nissan page look AWFUL.

[@IdontKnow-fd6rp]

Over a 100k more for a Nismo? Wtf

[@jaymontange8260]

Two sitting in the showroom. Brand new GTR’s in Guam Nissan

[@Itzallgoood]

They can build an EV version if they want, but I won't buy it.

[@maceharris7656]

RIP GTR ☠️💀👻

[@user-zh9kc7tw4n]

Nissan is just being reduced to almost nothing...

[@toshitanaka1550]

Nissan’s biggest mistake was siding with France to begin with. That destroyed their reliability rhetoric. They made poor decisions before now their financially unstable to keep making performance cars. If they sided with Toyota on being able to fix their infrastructure since after all the Japanese strive for quality. Nissan might be able to bounce back from their bad decisions. Unfortunately its probably too little to late for that company to bounce back to get their car’s legacy on the road. They should’ve been like Mazda and broke off and try to make their cars great again.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

Completely irrelevant to the GTR. GTR was 100% Nissan developed and Nissan made. No mistake in that.

[@toshitanaka1550]

@@mrgurulittle7000 that maybe so, but there is no GTR for awhile because of the poor financial decisions they made. If their regular cars can sell and have no issues then they would have a better reputation as a company. Again Nissan screwed up their reputation to make good products to keep selling their performance so it is relevant. The GTR may not have been touched by the French, but being part of the French company Renault it screwed them up.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@toshitanaka1550They’re not part of Renault anymore and a lot of Nissan’s bad rep is exaggerated.

[@toshitanaka1550]

@@mrgurulittle7000 that maybe the case, but their reputation is soiled. What is done is done. They haven’t made good decisions since they went with the European band wagon by going electric which many people don’t want and many companies are having to retrace their steps so again. Nissan should’ve pulled the plug with Renault before it came to bite them in the rear end. I like Nissan, but not in their current state since they ruined their reputation for unreliable cheap cars.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@toshitanaka1550Unreliable? What company makes reliable cars apart from most Japanese automakers? And by what do you mean “unreliable”? Nissan fixed their CVT issues and their engines are way better than anything from Hyundai and Subaru. Nissan gets a lot of undeserved bad rep and you’re a major contributor to it.

[@fenrirslip]

I honestly think Lexus should offer the GX in that vertical split-door configuration. Sure, that would likely annoy some LX fans, but I believe that given the overall proportions and ethos of the new GX with the two Overtrail-based trims, it suits this type of split-door design whereas the LX had the horizontal split tailgate like a Range Rover or X5. The vertical split-door configuration is also something you'd see on pickup trucks like the Ram 1500 and Ford F150. Would it make the GX a little less practical, most likely, but at least it would give customers the choice of differentiating the GX more from the cheaper Land Cruiser that we now have in the States. You could say that the vertical-split doors are the more "luxurious option".

[@andreivincecruz6006]

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[@legorickdeckard229]

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[@KasVTK]

R34 was the last GTR