The legendary car reappeared in September 1998 with revised chassis and other updates. The new generation has become a little shorter than the previous one, and the front axle has become closer to the front. The valve covers were painted shiny red instead of the black that had been applied to them in past generations. The turbochargers were also improved. A new, more robust 6-speed GETRAG gearbox has been designed especially for this vehicle. Intercooler temperature sensors appeared on V-spec models. The R34 GT-R featured a 5.8" LCD display that allowed viewing of parameters such as turbo pressure, oil and coolant temperatures, and for the V-spec, longitudinal and lateral acceleration graphs and circuit racing lap times.
Like the R33 generation, the new R34 GT-R V-spec models were equipped with the ATTESA E-TS Pro system, but the standard GT-Rs were not equipped with "Pro" systems. Versions of the V-spec received a more stable suspension and a lowered seating position. V-spec models also included a hood-mounted plastic diffuser (cooling the underside of the engine) and a carbon fiber diffuser designed to channel smooth airflow under the car.
Another version of the R34 GT-R was referred to as the M-spec. The model was similar to the V-spec, but had a softer suspension and leather interior.
During the production of the fifth generation GT-R, Nissan began to develop a version called the N1, which had also previously been produced in the R32 and R33 models, and was technically similar to its predecessors. The N1 did not have: air conditioning, rear wiper and stereo systems. In total, only 45 cars were produced, 12 of which were used by the Nismo (Nissan Motorsport) division to participate in the Super Taikyu racing championships. Most of the remaining cars were sold to racing teams and tuning companies.
In August 1999, Nissan introduced a new model called the V-spec II. The car received a fairly stiff suspension (much stiffer than the original V-spec). The new version features a carbon-fiber hood that is lighter than the aluminum hood previously fitted to all GT-Rs. Another difference between the V-spec II and the original is the darker color of the center console. Also, the seats were made from black fabric, rather than the gray fabric previously used on other versions of the R34 GT-R.
In February 2002, Nissan released the latest model in the R34 GT-R series, called the Nür. It was sold in 2 versions: Skyline GT-R V-spec II Nür and Skyline GT-R M-spec Nür. The name Nür was given in honor of the famous Nürburgring race track in Germany. Both versions were equipped with an upgraded RB26DETT engine based on the N1 engine, which allowed the car to reach speeds of about 300 km/h.
How to become the fastest car in all of Austria? And so get to know Alexander Keresztesi and his R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R.
Trying to become the fastest among the population of an entire country is quite a challenge. In addition to a car that is not popular in this part of the world. However, the clear choice for Keresztesi was the Nissan R32: “The R32 is the most famous Skyline. He won all 29 races in the Group A Championship. Machine legend.
A legend, in the hands of a 25 year old Austrian, designed to beat the 1250 horsepower mark on a dyno. The path to the dream turned out to be quite long, thorny and difficult. At first, due to technical difficulties, the process was rather slow, and eventually the Skyline ended up in the hands of Pro Import Motorsports. It is true that only six tuners do the Nissan Skyline in Austria and only two of them do the R32.
“We spent the whole weekend together talking about the car,” Keresztesi says of that first meeting. "I figured these were the guys who would take my R32 to a whole new level."
Keresztesi's original plan was simple and naive: to be the fastest car in the country on weekends, and during the week to do other things, like picking up an aunt from the doctor. It didn't take long to realize the absurdity of the whole situation, and soon the Skyline was named El Toro.
It just so happens that Holland's Pro Import Motorsports specializes in charged cars and soon put Keresztesi on the path to more horsepower than any level-headed person would need.
It all starts not with the stock RB25DET in the R32, but with the big RB30E block. Even more displacement was obtained from the 3.0L engine using a Nitto 3.2L stroker kit. The change is made possible with a single, albeit large, Garrett GTX42 turbo that helps generate more 1050 lb-ft torque without nitrous oxide.
Keresztesi couldn't resist chemical horsepower, though; 150hp - a shot of nitrous remains in the tap and then the car will give out 1400 hp when needed. It all sounds like a little slow-motion explosion, but Keresztesi says the engine could put out up to 1,800 horsepower.
Transmission, however, has its limitations.
The Haltech engine management system is responsible for the settings and works in tandem with the Racepak.
After arriving at Pro Import Motorsports, the engine and transmission were removed and the roll cage was shortened. Shortly thereafter, the R32 was prepared for painting in iodine orange. Meanwhile, the RB30E was shut down and given a new Garrett turbo. Forged pistons and connecting rods along with everything you need. The Haltech engine management system is responsible for ignition and fuel control, the latter of which comes at 2000 cc/min. Dynamics injector and Weldon high pressure fuel pump. Before placing the engine in the bodywork, a six-speed sequential gearbox was bolted up along with Giken's unique OS.
"I have a dream car," admits Keresztesi. “I always wanted to have such a high-end car. All that's left to do now is to enjoy the fastest car in Austria.
R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R
Engine RB30E engine block; Nitto Performance Engineering 3.2L stroker crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, oil pump and gaskets; Pro Import Motorsports modified RB26DETT cylinder head, oil sump and lifter fuel pump; Supertech valves, valve guides and valve stem seals; JUN Auto camshafts, valve springs and titanium retainers; HKS adjustable camshaft gear and oil cooler; ARP head studies; custom camshaft baffle plates; Ross Performance crankshaft pulley; Nismo water pump Hypert throttle body, intake manifold and fuel rail; custom intercooler piping and front-mount intercooler; Ny-Trex 150hp nitrous system; Koyo radiator; Garrett GTX42 turbocharger; 6boost turbo manifold; TiAL 60mm wastegate; 4″exhaust; Injector Dynamics 2,000cc/min fuel injectors; Goodridge fuel lines and fittings; Weldon fuel pump and fuel filters; custom fuel swirl pot; Turbosmart fuel pressure regulator; Plasma Projects ignition system
Drivetrain OS Giken transmission and four-plate clutch; ATS/Carbonetic differential; custom driveshafts; Driftworks HICAS eliminator
Engine Management Haltech Platinum Sport 2000 engine management system
Footwork & Chassis Bilstein dampers and springs; custom suspension modifications by Nitron Racing Systems
Wheels & Tires Enkei/Nismo racing wheels; Hoosier DOT drag radial tires
Exterior Simpson parachute; custom Lexan windows; custom front end; Garage Saurus rear spoiler
Interior custom FIA-spec rollcage; Sparco seats; LTEC harnesses; Sparco steering wheel; racepak digital dash
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In 2007, Japan celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the famous Nissan Skyline on a grand scale. This car, known throughout the world, can serve as an excellent example of how the image works, overcoming all obstacles in the mass consciousness, including common sense.
How did the unpretentious-looking right-hand drive car deserve half a century of fame? First, the Skyline, never built in a right-hand drive version, has become an object of desire and worship for drivers around the world. Secondly, by the fact that it can safely claim the title of the car that gave birth to a new kind of motor sport. And finally, the famous “burner” headlights (round paired brake lights), which deprive drivers of the whole world of common sense.
History of fifty years ago
50 years ago, the Skyline was an ordinary-looking sedan, or even station wagon, with an idyllic Prince inscription on the grille. This Skyline has not disappeared. His descendants are .
Why is the name Skyline associated with both a tight and fast sports coupe and at the same time a comfortable family car? The answer to this question lies in the history of the R32, R33 and R34 models.
The history of the transformation of the Skyline into a sports model
Having bought Prince Motor in 1966, she acquired the bright heads of a team of engineers who managed to create an advanced car for those years in the form of a family sedan. Nissan made Prince Motors a division tasked with developing the Skyline family. The work of this team led to a number of innovations - for example, the appearance of the first Japanese production car with a turbocharger system.
The real glory to "Sky" came in 1989 with the advent of the R32 model.
The Skyline model has evolved, remaining a car for every taste, age and budget. In the seventies and the first half of the eighties, the Skyline could be bought in three body styles (including the station wagon). But the real glory to "Sky" came in 1989 with the advent of the R32 model.
Nissan engineers managed to create a car that initially had everything necessary for success in motorsport. Due to the use of thin body metal, the Skyline R32 had an extremely low weight for its class. In addition, it was equipped with the HICAS rear wheel steering system, which made it surprisingly stable when passing through tight corners.
Nissan Skyline R32
In the history of the model, the R32 generation was the eighth. It was decided to reduce the number of body types to two, leaving a four-door sedan and coupe. Most of the modifications were equipped with an in-line six-cylinder engine with or without a turbine, improved compared to the previous version. On all "turbo" versions, a limited slip differential was installed in the rear axle gearbox. The most "charged" version of the coupe was the GTS-4 with a two-liter RB20DET with a capacity of 212 horsepower, among sedans - an all-wheel drive version with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine.
The R32 would hardly have gone down in history if Nissan had not decided to relaunch the flagship GT-R (BNR32)
However, the R32 would hardly have gone down in history if Nissan hadn't decided to relaunch the flagship GT-R (BNR32).
The "resurrected" GT-R was built for racing - it fully complied with the FIA specification for Group A cars.
Nissan Skyline GT-R BNR32 "Godzilla"
The small one was equipped with an electronic all-wheel drive system 4WD ATTESA ETS. The car remained generally rear-wheel drive, like the rest of the modifications. However, in the event of slippage, ATTESA connected the front axle, smoothly redistributing torque to it up to 50% percent.
Already in 1990, in the JTCC circuit races, the Skyline GT-R team won 29 out of 29 victories.
The engine in the GT-R modification deserves special attention. The RB26DETT with two turbines, capable of spinning up to a record 10 thousand revolutions without harm to itself, according to some reports, developed more than 300 horsepower in the factory configuration (with a car weighing less than 1,300 kg). This is an unofficial figure, since according to the rules in force at that time, it was impossible to produce cars with a capacity of more than 276 horsepower in Japan, and this figure appears in the factory specifications.
Skyline GT-R BNR32 in motorsport
Already in 1990, in the JTCC circuit races, the Skyline GT-R team won 29 out of 29 victories. In the next four years, the BNR32 remained the undisputed leader of the championship. The setting of a new record for passing the Nurburgring track among serial cars belongs to the same period.
Nissan Skyline R33
In 1993, a new Skyline model was released in a different body. In all modifications, the car has become more comfortable and larger. Of all the models, the R33 is the most "civilian" and at the same time the heaviest. Interestingly, the previous generation GT-R was so successful that it was decided to extend its production for a year, until the updated BCNR33.
The two-liter atmospheric RB20E became the base power unit. The abbreviation NEO appeared on the valve covers of the RB25DE and DET engines, indicating the use of a variable valve timing system.
Skyline GT-R BNR33
The main changes in the new GT-R have undergone a running gear. In one of the V-spec modifications, the new ATTESA E-TS pro all-wheel drive system was used, in which, in addition to locking the rear axle and redistributing torque, an anti-lock braking system was also involved.
The most noticeable external change was with the ability to adjust. The HICAS hydraulic rear wheel steering system has been replaced by a computer-controlled Super HICAS, making the Skyline even more manageable.
Nissan Skyline R34
The tenth generation Skyline R34 reflects the best features of the two previous reincarnations. It was decided to abandon the idea of a comfortable car for middle-class youth in favor of returning to sports traditions, and this equally affected both coupes and sedans.
Skyline R34 in GT configuration with RB20DE NEO engine and five-speed gearbox became the most fuel-efficient Skyline in the history of the model
The car has become more environmentally friendly. The Skyline R34 in GT trim, with an RB20DE NEO engine and a five-speed gearbox, became the most economical Skyline in the history of the model.
Skyline GT-R BNR34
The body of the new GT-R has become shorter, and to compensate for this change, the front axle has been moved a few centimeters forward. The RB26DETT received new, more efficient turbos and an extremely durable six-speed GETRAG gearbox.
The LCD screen that appeared in the BNR34 GT-R replaced most of the additional devices that the tuners abundantly equipped with the previous Hetera models. From the display it was possible to read the pressure readings in the turbocharging system, the temperature of the oil, antifreeze and other important parameters.
In February 2002, Nissan released a modification of the R34 GT-R called Nür (in honor of the legendary Nurburgring track). This modification was the last in the history of the model. Later, it was decided to make a separate model from Hetera, known as the Nissan GT-R. However, the life of the Skyline model did not stop there, and we know the new generation of R35 in the face of the aforementioned sedans and coupes of the Infiniti G family.
Nissan Skyline GT-R - "is in service" with the Japanese police. This car is used if you need to organize a chase. Photos of police "Geters" and eternal competitors - Subaru Impresa WRX STI in "war paint" can be easily found on the Internet.
Based on one of the old modifications of the Nissan Skyline R30, a limited luxury package was produced, named after the actor and racer Paul Newman. Cars in this configuration are easy to distinguish by the actor's autograph on the trunk lid and radiator grille.
On the Youtube server, you can watch a video featuring a modified Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 with a 1,500 hp engine. During the race, the Skyline, equipped with drag chute characteristic of competition drag racing, accelerates to 100 km/h in 1.2 seconds.
Sales market: Japan. Right hand drive
Introduced in 1989 with the R32 series Skyline. The GT-R name was resurrected after a 16-year hiatus. The body serial number of this model is BNR32. Engine: based on the well-proven RB series engine, 6-cylinder in-line, but its displacement has been increased to 2.6 liters. In addition, the engine was equipped with two turbines and a front-mounted intercooler, which made it possible to bring its power up to 280 horsepower. Why was it decided to increase the volume to 2.6 liters? In order for the car to fit the racing standard of group "A". The chassis was equipped with an all-wheel drive system with torque distribution and multi-link suspension. This provided the car with driving performance at the level of the best cars in this group. In 1990, 500 Nismo limited edition cars were sold, based on the racing car. The bumper had an air intake window, after which it became one of the integral features of the GT-R model. In February 1993, Brembo brakes, 17-inch BBS wheels in size 225/50 were installed on the V-spec car, and in October of the same year, the V-spec II car went on sale, in which the wheel size was increased to 245 /45.
