Testing is under full swing for the STILLEN Nissan GT-R as preparation continues for the Targa Newfoundland Rally.
Road & Track is finalizing some video of the testing and some of the products being installed, and was nice enough to forward some teaser footage..
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See all of the videos at the Road & Track site.. new videos being added constantly.
Road & Track Magazine has practically been living at STILLEN documenting the build on the STILLEN GT-R. We’re in the final stages of the build, with the BASF paint recently finished, Password:JDM dry carbon goodies, suspension, AP Racing carbon ceramic brakes and final installation beginning, including track testing in preparation for the 2009 Targa Newfoundland Rally.
Road & Track have released three new videos, one covering the GT-R in the paint booth, one highlighting the ultra lightweight Password:JDM dry carbon parts and some other upgrades, and the most recent with Steve Millen discussing the current suspension upgrades being done to the car.
Road & Track Video: STILLEN R35 GT-R Suspension Upgrades
Road & Track Video: STILLEN R35 GT-R In The Paint Booth
Road & Track Video: STILLEN R35 GT-R Lightweight Body Components and Intake System
Unfortunately with the first go around on the sale of the STILLEN Supercharged 350Z, the winning bidder on eBay was not able to complete the transaction.. so we’ve decided to relist this car for another round.
STILLEN 350Z
Over $70,000 invested in this car, and has almost every STILLEN produced part for the 350Z. Click Here for the original blog post with all of the products, pictures, video and details of the car, and you can see the eBay auction here as well. Happy bidding!
One of the first stages of gutting a race car is to check your starting weights. We loaded it with a full tank of gas to see how much the car weighed, and well, as expected the R35 GT-R is no Georges St. Pierre. Godzilla is a very fitting name for this car as it weighed in at a whopping 3,900 pounds full of fuel.
Gutting the Nissan R35 GT-R for the Targa Rally
When building a race car the ultimate goal is to achieve the best power to weight ratio possible. Over the next few days we will be stripping our R35 GT-R down and weighing all of the components that come out of it. We will be weighing the doors, fenders, hood, trunk and everything else to see what we can do to lighten up those parts of the car as well.
Here are some early pictures of the tear-down. We have completely stripped the inside of the car now except the dashboard and doors. All of the panels are out and there are more plans of further parts removal coming.
60 lb seat removed from the STILLEN R35 GT-R
You would not believe the how heavy some of these parts are. It is incredible! The passenger seat weighs 60 POUNDS!!!! It’s not too surprising considering how many motors and air bags are inside them. We’re going to be replacing that with a light weight, carbon fiber seat that only weighs 15 pounds…Nearly a 100 pound weight savings just by changing seats.
Here’s some photos of the current state of the R35 GT-R:
We’ll continue to prepare the R35 GT-R for the Targa Newfoundland tarmac rally, and invite you to follow along.
STILLEN is announcing plans to compete in the 2009 Targa Newfoundland Competition Tarmac Rally being held from September 12-19, 2009. This is a 6-day 1,400 mile paved road rally through the winding roads of Newfoundland.
With Targa Newfoundland fast approaching, STILLEN has begun preparation on the 2009 Nissan R35 GT-R rally car. For the past 7 years Steve Millen has made the annual trip to New Zealand to compete in the Dunlop Targa Rally with a Ford vehicle.
Steve Millen Preparing for the 2009 Targa Rally
2009 marks the first time in 14 years that Steve Millen and Nissan will head back to the races together. With multiple world championships, race wins, and world records together this will be a tough team to beat.
The car is being prepared at here at STILLEN in Costa Mesa, CA. To prepare for the rally we have a long list of modifications to make. Some of these modifications are to be kept top secret, others are very exciting and we just can’t contain ourselves. Some of the modifications will be:
Lightening – We will be removing as much weight as possible from the car. This will include, lighter racing seats, light weight dry carbon fiber body panels, and more.
Performance – With a long list of performance parts including but not limited to performance exhaust, intercoolers, tuning, and more we hope to gain A LOT more power from this already impressive car.
Braking – This one is kind of top secret but still noteworthy. Let’s just say that AP Racing and STILLEN are working on something very special that will blow a lot of people away.
Suspension – The corners of the car will be shrouded in secrecy but we have plans for shock upgrades as well as adjustable sway bars.
Follow along the build as Team STILLEN develops their Nissan GT-R in to a full fledged tarmac rally race car.
EDIT: Work has begun to gut the R35 GT-R – See here for photos and info
STILLEN R35 GT-R Gutted
No, you didn’t read the title incorrectly… this is a unique opportunity… the ability to own the STILLEN 350Z Magazine Cover and Show Car!
UPDATE 3/16: Relisted on eBay – Original sale didn’t go through: eBay Auction
2004 Nissan 350Z 6MT
STILLEN built this 350Z as a showcase for all of the parts we manufacture. It has been featured in numerous media outlets, including several magazine covers, TV shows, online features, etc.
DSport September 2006
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NOPI Street Performance Compact – December 2005
Click Here to Read
Here is the spec sheet and modifications list:
385HP in the Stage 2 CARB Legal configuration, and can easily be upgraded to Stage 3 non-CARB legal configuration bringing horsepower to 410.
This 350Z has just under 6,900 miles, and has always been warehoused indoors. Vehicle is only used for shows and special engagements.
$30,380 is the value of the parts, labor, paint and graphics installed onto this 350Z, in addition to the original cost of just over $40,000 with tax and license. Total investment of over $70,000!
This car is ready for the track, without compromising the ride quality for use as a daily driver. It has an excellent balance of performance, handling and styling, and features virtually everything STILLEN has available for the 350Z.
Modifications List:
ENGINE
• STILLEN Stage 2 – Intercooled Supercharger (CARB EXEMPT)
• STILLEN Hi-Flow CAI Airbox
• STILLEN Center Exit Cat-Back Exhaust System
• STILLEN Performance Aluminum Radiator
• STILLEN Power Steering Cooler
• STILLEN Oil Cooler
• STILLEN Grounding Kit – Red
• STILLEN Engine Oil Cap
SUSPENSION
• STILLEN Adjustable Front & Rear Sway Bars
• STILLEN Front Strut Tower Brace
• STILLEN Rear Camber Adjusters
• STILLEN Rear Adjustable Toe Arms
• Koni Sport Shocks (Yellows) – Adjustable Front/Rear
• Eibach Pro-Kit Springs
EXTERIOR
• STILLEN Series 2 Hood
• STILLEN Urethane Front Fascia – Series 2
• STILLEN Urethane Side Rockers – Series 3
• STILLEN Urethane Center Exit Rear Valance- discontinued
• STILLEN Type 1 Urethane Rear Wing
• STILLEN Adjustable Splitter for Series 2 Fascia
• STILLEN Brake Ducts – for Series 2 Fascia
• STILLEN Urethane Roof Wing
• STILLEN Vinyl Exterior Graphics (easily removable)
BRAKES
• AP Racing Front 6-Piston / 14.25″ 2pc. Rotor Brake Kit – Red- discontinued
• AP Racing Rear 4-Piston / 2pc. Rotor Brake Kit – Red- discontinued
WHEELS & TIRES
• Front – Volk Racing TE37 Gunmetal 19×8.5″ (29mm offset)
• Rear – Volk Racing TE37 Gunmetal 19×9.5″ (34mm offset)
• Yokohama AVS Sport
– 245/35ZR19 Front
– 295/35ZR19 Rear
For this years SEMA Show, we were asked by Infiniti to build a G37 Coupe to take to their booth at SEMA, and we jumped on board. This year Infiniti had their own area at SEMA, and we were proud to bring a shining example of their flagship coupe for display.
We quickly got the 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe into the urethane modeling shop and developed the Lip Spoiler for use with the Sport Model front fascia. As always, components are build our of durable urethane, for OEM fitment and quality.
From there we worked on a rendering, including a 3-tone paint scheme utilizing some BASF R-M Carizzma paint to create a charcoal top with a red stripe on the factory silver paint.
While in the modeling shop we also created our signature Roof Wing, as well as a rear deck wing that covers the chrome strip and follows the contours of the vehicle.
Combined with the suspension goodies reknown from the R&D department at STILLEN, and some new performance items just released (like the STILLEN Generation 3 Ultra Long Tube Intake Kit), not only does this G37 Coupe look good, but it’s ready to hit the track. Build sheet and products list below. Look for more photos and studio shots soon.
2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe Complete Build Sheet:
Exterior
Performance
Suspension
Brakes
Interior
Here is more information on the other two new vehicles we brought to this years SEMA Show:
After wrapping up the final details with the STILLEN 2009 Maxima we showed you earlier, we hustled it onto a transporter last week for delivery to Las Vegas and the 2008 SEMA Show (click HERE for Autoblog’s coverage of the show).
The Maxima is the featured vehicle of the Nissan booth (besides the unique Nissan Z Highboy with a Nissan powerplant installed). A list of products installed on this Maxima are available HERE. Below is some photos from the booth. Look for more photos and studio shots soon.
Here is more information on the other two new vehicles we brought to this years SEMA Show:
We’ve been working so hard on the three vehicles we have going to SEMA (2009 Nissan Maxima, 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe and 2008 Chevy Silverado.. more info to come on the other two builds soon), we’ve been a little laxed in our updates, and for that I apologize..
EDIT 11/08/08: View the STILLEN Maxima in the Nissan Booth at SEMA
So here’s the final info on the 2009 Nissan Maxima build:
The Maxima has been completed, and is prepared for the transport leaving tomorrow to take this car into the Nissan booth at the 2008 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. For those of you attending, we hope you get a chance to stop in and see it.
Here is the gallery of images of the car just rolled out of the back of the warehouse, look for studio shots as soon as we can get it back from SEMA.
For the previous coverage of the Maxima, check out the other blog posts:
To confirm the products being put into production:
Let us know what you think at info@stillen.com!
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