Check this beast out...

[RTFGTR]

I dissapointed that a WRX.com person posted this first... shame, shame, shame.

http://www.wrx.com.au/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15961

[timbar32]

I'm sure it's on here already.....

[IOWNU]

damn!! now that's what u call a Skyline!!!

I wonder what the times specs are like?

[flex]

shit, that is HOT! o_O

[funkymonkey]

there's like 10 posts on here already about it, and robin sorry to dissapoint but you can't bring it into the country unless its a personal import. Unless of course you wanna crash test one to get ADR approval certificates for the carbon fibre doors it has It dosen't classify as a factory release car as the cars are all R34 GTR's with less than 30,000 k's on them which were then modified by Nismo. (Yeah someone with the money rang us up wanting to import one into the country... we were as sad as he was to tell him he couldn't have it).

[inark]

yeah theyre hot alright...

if u had the money to buy one as if not just go live in japan for a year... drive it for a year and bring it back.. only one in australia

[adznight]

Seen it but.... :whackit: :whackit: :whackit: :whackit:

[NismoR34]

I was reading about these on the nismo.jp website a few weeks back - I didnt post anything because I was afraid 100 people would tell me it was old news, but it probably wasnt back then.

Anyway I heard that Power Play were getting some in? Any truth in this?

[funkymonkey]

some? there's only 20 made, most of which have already been spoken for. We already checked with DOTARS and the only way one can come into the country is as a race import or a personal import.

[doxximus]

now thats a ****ing strut brace!

and a car! god damn!

[Downforce]

now thats a ****ing strut brace!

[INASNT]

For 250g i would rather the ferrari also

[Downforce]

"Nice ride... what's the retail on one of those? "

"More than you can afford pal.... Z-tune"

.....

"uhh... ok, I guess we wont be racing him then"

[inark]

theyre only 189,000AUD to buy straight from nismo

how much to get it on the road in japan with taxes??

im going to buy me a 50 game lotto this week

[inark]

For 250g i would rather the ferrari also

lol that would be dumb if u wanted to put it on a track... plus theres plenty of people with ferraris in australia.

[NismoR34]

some? there's only 20 made, most of which have already been spoken for. We already checked with DOTARS and the only way one can come into the country is as a race import or a personal import.

this response is the exact reason why i dont bother posting - I was going to say 1 or 2 not remembering what I had heard. I already knew [like everyone else] they were made in very limited numbers, so you didnt need to point that out either...

From www.powerplayimports.com.au

NISMO NEWS FLASH

I have just received an email from NISMO Japan with details of the "NISMO R34 GTR Z-tune", the finest compilation of a GTR that NISMO has ever produced.

Since the introduction of the R32 GTR in 1989 succeeded by the R33 and R34 GTR's, the second generation Skyline GTR has achieved numerous victories in racing circles over the past 15 years. The advanced mechanism that materialised with the combination of the RB26DETT engine and ATTESA ET-S, has continued to dominate the racing scene, has achieved many victories and attracted many GTR fans.

Race vehicles such as the Gr-A, N1 and the "Nurburgring specification", were developed based on the R34 GTR, which can be said to be the completed form of the 2nd generation Skyline GTR.

NISMO, who remains dominant in racing scenes has unsparingly utilised the technology and know-how it has accumulated over those 15 years. The complete car, created and based on the themes "The strongest road-going car in the world" and "Top of the GTR range" is the NISMO R34 GTR Z-tune.

The basic concept for the NISMO R34 GTR Z-tune was finalised in 2000 and the vehicle made a splashy debut at the NISMO FESTIVAL. At that time the vehicle was entered into the "TUNER'S BATTLE" competition and was victorious with a maximum power of 600 ps. This prototype machine, which focused on providing complete driving performance undertook a new challenge the following year. The challenge was to ad comfort as a road-going model. In addition to an authentic leather interior, air conditioning and a catalyst, the engine was also changed from the Z1 to the Z2. Development trials and tests have already been completed for this prototype vehicle. In 2003 it was finally taken to the revered Nurburgring. Furthermore, the engine was used in the Nurburgring 24 Hour Endurance Race where it proved highly successful . In 2004 it won in it's class and was 5th place overall. Various unit parts continued to be used and improved in a variety of applications, the vehicle reaching perfection in 2004 winning the coveted "TUNERS BATTLE".

This year, as NISMO celebrates it's 20th anniversary, the NISMO R34 GTR Z-tune has been made available to just 20 customers worldwide. Powerplay are very honoured to be a part of this once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase the best R34 GTR ever produced. The exclusivity of this vehicle deems it for the serious GTR driver/collector.

See vehicles for sale for vehicle details and specifications.

[NismoR34]

NissanNISMO R34 GTR Z-TUNE2005One Off SilverAs New$P.O.A The NISMO R34 GTR Z-Tune

A complete car, created from an approved vehicle that has been hand picked by NISMO. A vehicle with less than 30,000 Klms, meets all quality requirements including those for body condition, parts that will be modified are removed, the body is reinforced and all other work is performed before the vehicle is painted and reassembled. All work on the vehicle from engine production to vehicle assembly is performed by expert mechanics using the same hand made craftsmanship used in race cars to achieve specifications and a level of accuracy that is unachievable in mass produced vehicles.

ENGINE

500ps RB26DETT modified Z2 Z-tune concept ENGINE (Spec 2). The heart of the NISMO R34 GTR Z-tune that exhibits such dominating power performance is the RB26DETT modified Z2 engine. To develop an engine that generates high power/torque of more than 368 kw (500ps)/540 N/m (55 kg/m) and provide the high durability required for road-driven cars. The techniques and knowledge that NISMO accumulated throughout years of racing have been adoped into the Z2 engine resulting in quality that some may even find extreme for a road driven vehicle. It is the expertise of NISMO's qualified mechanics who have spent many years developing and tuning race engines using only the highest quality parts, that breathe life into the engine. The performance of the RB26DETT modified Z2 has been verified using cutting edge equipment, an engine dyno and the skills of professional engineers and mechanics. A serial number is applied to each of the RB26DETT modified Z2 engines and this serial number will be used for data management in the future.

CAMSHAFT: The camshaft is an important part that determines the engine performance and characteristics. The major issues facing the RB26DETT modified Z2 engine were balancing the opposing elements of high power and emissions reduction. NISMO resolved these issues by thoroughly testing the cam prfile, lift amount and valve timing. The optimum values and shapes were used in combination with the selected engine compression ratio, turbocharger, exhaust system and other components.

GT ENGINE BLOCK: Since 2000, the 2.8L engine has been used for GT500 competition. It achieves both a 2.8L large bore (87mm) and high boost while maintaining the block rigidty required of an N1 specfication engine block with improved strength and rigidity. The engine block used in this Z2 is specially made to carry over this strength and rigidity.

GT CRANKSHAFT: In addition to the GT engine block, a long-stroke crankshaft, which has proven it's performance and durability in the GT500 engine and in races of various categories, such as the Nurburgring 24 Hour Endurance Race, was used. Die forging and fillet roll machining were used to achieve high durability.

PISTONS: To achieve the domineering engine performance and engine response of over 368kw (500ps) and 540Nm (55kg/m) at a maximum boost level of 1.5kg/cm (22 pounds) using pistons specially forged for the RB26DETT Z2, special lightweight, highly rigid forged pistons with cooling channels were developed.

GT CONROD: As with the GT crankshaft, the 121.5mm conrod has actually been used in the GT500 as well as in vehicles built to specifications suitable for the Nurburgring 24 Hour Endurance Race .

INTAKE COLLECTOR: The intake pipe length and diameter as well as the collector tank body cross-sectional shape were changed to improve the airflow to all cylinders and increase the intermediate speed torque.

TURBOCHARGER: A turbocharger made by IHI (though the specifications differ) that has proven itself in both the GT500 since 2001 and in the 2004 Nurburgring 24 Hour Endurance Race is used. ball Bearings are used to supress the drop in the response that is created by large turbochargers while achieving a commanding turbo feeling at high boost.

EXHAUST: The Catalytic Converter's performance was improved and the pipe shape and diameter were optimised to effectively scrub and discharge the large volume of exhaust gas produced from such high boost levels. The pipe is made of titanium (with a stainless front tube) to significantly reduce weight.

ENGINE PORT MATCHING:

Cylinder Head: Combustion chamber shape changed and volume adjusted

Camshaft recess machining

Engine Block: Boring and Honing

Oil gallery plug added

Piston & Conrod: Weight Matching (within 1g)

Crankshaft: Dynamic Balance

Intake Collector: Uneven surface correction grinding

Exhaust Manifold: Uneven surface correction grinding & stifferner processing

COOLING PARTS

INTERCOOLER: The core capacity was increased, the fin pitch and shape were changed, pressure loss was reduced, and cooling performance was improved.

RADIATOR: The core capacity was increased, the fin pitch and shape were changed, pressure loss was reduced, and cooling performance was improved. In addition, aluminium was used to focus on cooling performance during high-speed driving and high engine speeds in particular.

OIL COOLER: Twin air-cooled oil coolers were installed on the front side to achieve a stable oil temperature during high-speed driving.

CHASSIS

The body, suspension, and brake unit were thoroughly worked on to utilize the dominating power performance of the RB26DETT Z2 engine.

BODY SHELL "LIGHTWEIGHT AND RIGID": Spot welding was added to the door frame and CFRP molded parts were adhered to areas that are easily deformed by the heat of welding to create a tough body, which serves as the frame of the vehicle.

Increased spot weld areas: Door Frame

CFRP adhered areas: Front strut upper area

Hood reinforcement area

Centre Tunnel Area

SPECIAL Z-TUNE SUSPENSION MADE BY SACHS: Special tuning for "Z-Tune" based in a damper made by SACHS (vehicle height, attenuation force, 3-way adjustment type) which has been proven in the GT500 vehicles was used for the suspension. A wide range of driving conditions is supported by fitting Semi-slick tyres for hgh speed driving on closed circuits or by fitting sports radials for street driving.

Spring Rate: Front 14kg/mm

Rear 14kg/mm

Suspension Link: Size changing parts for changing geometry

Suspension Bushes: Increased rubber hardness and reduced friction

SPECIAL Z-TUNE BRAKES DEVELOPED WITH BREMBO: This brake system, which was developed to a performance target of 1.6G when fitted with Semi-slick tyred, was jointly developed with Brembo. It features such parts as a mono-block 6 piston caliper (for the front), 2 piece front brake rotor with a 365mm rotor, and 355mm one piece rear brake rotor jointly developed with KIRYU. In addition, the ABS unit was specially tuned to further utilize the performance of these high-performance parts. The ATTESA ET-S and active L.S.D. were specially tuned to accompany the increase in engine power in order to make the torque distribution to the front more suitable and to improve the rear differential effectiveness, among other things, to stay true to the great handling of the base car Skyline GT-R (BNR34).

Front: Mono block 6 piston caliper made by Brembo

365mm 2 piece vented disc

Rear: 4 piston caliper made by Brembo

355mm one piece ventilated disc made by KIRYU

TYRES: The tyres are the only contact between the vehicle and the road surface, and the tyres selected are made by Bridgestone, which has provided many years of support for NISMO’s racing activities. Maximum performance for the each type of driving can be obtained by fitting the POTENZA REO1R 265/35R18 for driving on public roads, and the newly developed POTENZA RE55S 265/35R18 for sports driving on closed circuits.

ALLOY WHEEL "GT500 MODEL": The wheel used with this wide tyre is a black LM GT4 “GT500 Model” lightweight forged aluminum wheel that was newly and jointly developed with RAYS, which, like Bridgestone, has been a partner in NISMO’s racing activities for many years. A wheel with the same rim shape and color as that used for GT500 race vehicles had the rim width and offset specially resized (18 x 9.5J OFF + 5) for “Z-tune.” The pursuit of thorough driving performance was extended even to the wheel.

“SUPER COPPERMIX” TWIN PLATE CLUTCH: The clutch is one of the major components of the power train, and here the SUPER COPPERMIX TWIN, which was newly developed to handle 441 kw (600 ps)/589 N/m (70 kg/m) and be extremely easy to use, was employed. This new clutch, which was all but developed for the NISMO R34GT-R Z-tune, uses a high-friction material made using the optimum blend of copper in the disc to reduce the friction and deformation caused by heat and to suppress shudder, which occurs easily in clutches made of metal. Using a disc made of high-friction material makes it possible to lower the clutch cover pressing force and thus reduces the clutch pedal depression force. This emphasizes that this vehicle is a road-going car and not a racing car.

CARBON FIBRE PROPELLER SHAFT AND DIFFEENTIAL OIL COOLER: The propeller shaft is made of CFRP. Weight reduction of 5.26 kg (standard shaft: 12.52 kg) was achieved to contribute to improve driving performance. The transmission and differential oil temperatures during continuous high-speed driving were optimized by installing a special oil cooler. This also contributes to realizing better stability and improving performance when driving continuously on a closed circuit.

[NismoR34]

EXTERIOR

LIGHTWEIGHT, HIGHLY RIGID DRY CARBON PARTS: The main features of the exterior are the aerodynamic parts, such as the front bumper, front blister fender, and bonnet, which are made of CFRP specially developed for automotive applications. These CFRP body parts further reduce the weight of the vehicle front. The front bumper effectively guides air to the engine and brakes, and the front blister fenders were widened by 15 mm on one side to accommodate the wider tread and were also given the function of exhausting the air from the engine room from inside the fenders. The bonnet has air ducts for obtaining sufficient intake air volume utilizing the ram pressure effect during high-speed driving, and it also features a front under-spoiler to create a lowering force on the front of the vehicle. In this way, all of the aerodynamic parts used on the vehicle were designed with the airflow in mind.

Aero Parts - Front aero bumper made of CFRP

- Front blister fenders made of CFRP

- Front under spoiler made of CFRP (with wear protection plate)

- Bonnet made of CFRP

- Rear spoiler flap made of CFRP

- Side skirt made of ABS plastic

- Rear under spoiler made of FRP

- Rear fender cover made of FRP

COMPLETELY PAINTED WITH SPECIAL BODY COLOURS: The NISMO R34GT-R Z-tune expresses the NISMO corporate colors of black, red, and silver over the entire vehicle. Special silver (KYO) is used for the body color and a combination of black and red is used for the interior.

SPECIAL EMBLEM PLATE: NISMO complete car special "NISMO chassis plate", NISMO complete car speacial "NISMO" emblem, NISMO R34 GT-R Z-TUNE special "Z-TUNE" emblem

INTERIOR

DECENT YET FUNCTIONAL, SPEAKS FOR REAL PERFORMANCE:

- Alacantra is used for the centre of the seats, and leather seats are used to provide support during the powerful fore and aft, right and left G forces that are generated.

- Coordinated side trim to math the seats

- Full-scale whie meter that goes to 320km/h

- Multi-function display (MFD) featuring data logger, lap time meter, and other functions

- Newly devweloped steering wheel with airbag

Only 20 of these incredible machines will be made and available for sale worldwide. This offer is exclusive to Powerplay Imports and no one else in Australia will have the opportunity to supply you with the Z-Tune. Powerplay is truly honoured to be able to offer the Australian market this once in a lifetime opportunity but be quick if you want one as, gauging from interest shown at the 2005 Tokyo Autosalon, these cars will go QUICK!!

[funkymonkey]

have a cry dale... "oh no the big bad person on the forums said a meanie, that's exactly why I don't post any more"... should I wait for a thread from you announcing your departure just like Rob?

On a more serious note... Thank you for informing me that the car is available through powerplay, although I am curious as to how they can get one into the country to be road registered.

[adznight]

this response is the exact reason why i dont bother posting - I was going to say 1 or 2 not remembering what I had heard. I already knew [like everyone else] they were made in very limited numbers, so you didnt need to point that out either...

Relax Dale, i think you are taking that a bit personally tiger.