Nissan GT-R License Plate Bracket Released!
November 24, 2008
We are proud to announce the release of our License Plate Bracket for the R35 GT-R. This utilizes the 24mm tow hook at the front of the vehicle, accessible via the existing tow hook opening.
Mine’s GT-R R35 Silence VX Pro Titan II Exhaust - In Stock & Shipping!
August 29, 2008
We received the first batch of Mine’s Silence VX Pro Titan II Titanium Cat-Back Exhaust Systems for the R35 Nissan GT-R’s, and pulled one out of the box to get a closer look at this completely titanium system, see what all of the fuss is about, and shoot some pictures.
The construction on this exhaust system is beautiful, with every flawless weld point showcasing that signature heat treated titanium color band.
More pictures and information after the jump.. Read more
Nissan GT-R Dyno Test Results
August 21, 2008
Car & Driver released their testing results on several Nissan GT-R’s they have had in their October 2008 article from their website.
Excerpt from the online article:
On MotorCity Speed’s Mustang dyno in Commerce Township, Michigan, GT-R No. 4 produced a peak of 415 horsepower at the wheels. Based on our 20-percent loss estimate, the engine output was 519, or 39 horsepower more than Nissan’s stated 480.
More information and dyno sheets after the fold… Read more
Fox Business Interviews Steve Millen at Nissan HQ
July 28, 2008
Nissan recently hosted their official Grand Opening and Dedication for their Corporate Headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee. Nissan asked Steve Millen to be on hand for the festivities, including taking 25 lucky employees who had won an internal Nissan contest for a spirited ride in the new Nissan GT-R.
While at the event, Brian Sullivan from Fox Business sought out Steve to discuss the GT-R. Check out the video of the interview below:
Steve Millen Discusses GT-R, Corvette, Porsche…
July 8, 2008
Yesterday Steve Millen was out in Los Angeles for the first delivery of the Nissan GT-R, and while out there Adam from StreetFire.net got a chance to interview Steve regarding the recent controversies surrounding the Road & Track and Car & Driver testing of the Nissan GT-R versus the Corvette Z06 and Porsche GT2, and various other topics.
Video of the StreetFire.net interview is below:
EDIT: It would seem that this is again creating some buzz in related forums, listed below:
- NAGTROC - Steve Millen Answers the Skeptics on the GT-R
- NAGTROC - GT-R faster than 997 GT2 at Willow Springs
- FerrariChat - GT-R beats 911 GT2 at Buttonwillow
First Nissan GT-R Delivered in the U.S.
July 7, 2008
At exactly 12:01am this morning on July 7, 2008, the first Nissan GT-R was delivered to the first consumer owner, and STILLEN was on hand at Universal Nissan in Los Angeles for this historic event.
Nissan asked Steve Millen to be on hand to present the vehicle, and deliver a specially painted replica helmet which included the date and details of the first GT-R delivery. And the first GT-R to be delivered is…..
A Black Obsidian Premium Model.
Video of the mini-event was captured from our friends at StreetFire.net:
Check out some photos of the event below:
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As you can imagine, this has created a lot of buzz, as people can’t wait to get their pre-ordered GT-R’s, as well as begin seeing these beasts on the road:
- CNN Money
- NAGTROC Forum Post
- eGMCarTech
- StreetFire.net Photos
For the rest of the specs be sure to visit our Nissan GT-R Tech Section
