Fifth generation (1999–2002)
The
GF-BNR34 (
R34) Skyline GT-R and GT-R V·spec models
were released in January 1999. The R34 GT-R was also shorter (from front
to rear), and the front overhang reduced. The valve covers were painted
glossy red (color code Cherry Red Effect Z24 or X1020), as opposed to
black in previous models.
A new feature on the R34 GT-R is a 5.8" LCD multifunction display on
the center of the dashboard, which shows seven different live readings
of engine and vehicle statistics such as turbocharger pressure (1.2 bar
max), oil and water temperature, among others. The GT-R V·spec model
added two extra features to the display: intake and exhaust gas
temperatures.
Nismo
Multi-function Displays (MFD) can be bought at an extra cost, they
include a lap timer, G-Force meter and an increase in boost pressure
measurement to 2 bar. The R34 GT-R was made shorter in response to
customer concerns who thought the R33 was too bulky.
Like the R33, the new R34 GT-R V·spec (Victory Specification) models come equipped with the
ATTESA E-TS
Pro system and an Active LSD at the rear, while standard GT-R models
come with the non-Pro system and a conventional mechanical differential.
The V.spec model also had firmer suspension and lower ground clearance,
thanks to front and side splitters, as well as a rear
carbon fiber air diffuser, designed to keep air flowing smoothly under the car.
Another special model of the R34 GT-R is the M·spec. It was similar
to the V.spec, but had special "Ripple control" dampers, revised
suspension set up, stiffer rear sway bar and a leather interior with
heated front seats. The 'M' on the M·Spec stood for Mizuno who is the
chief engineer of Nissan.
At the time of the R34's release, like the R32 and R33,
Nissan
released an R34 N1 model. The R34 GT-R N1 was equipped similar to the
R32 and R33 N1 models – a homologation special. It was sold without air
conditioning, audio equipment, rear wiper, or trunk lining, but ABS
remained. The new R34 N1 was also given the new R34 N1 engine. Only 45
R34 V.spec N1 models were produced from the factory, 12 of which
Nismo used for
Super Taikyu racing. The rest were sold to various customers, mostly racing teams and tuning garages.
The V·spec version was also imported into the UK with a number of
modifications carried out on the car. These included 3 additional oil
coolers, revised ECU map, full
Connolly leather
interior, underbody diffusers, stiffer suspension, active rear limited
slip differential, extra display feature on the in car display.
Rear view of an R34 GT-R Nür
In October 2000,
Nissan
released the V·spec II, replacing the V·spec. The V·spec II has
increased stiffness in the suspension (even stiffer than the original
V·spec) and had larger rear brake rotors. It also comes equipped with a
carbon fiber hood equipped with a
NACA duct,
which is lighter than the aluminum that all other GT-R hoods are made
from. Also different on the V·spec II was an iridium center console and
aluminum pedals. The seats were upholstered with black cloth rather than
the gray cloth used on previous R34 GT-R models, and the amber turn
lenses were replaced with white versions. With the exception of the
carbon fiber bonnet, the standard trim level GT-R also received these
updates.
In February 2002
Nissan released a final production model of the R34 GT-R called the Skyline GT-R V·spec II Nür
[26] and the Skyline GT-R M·spec Nür. The Nür was named after the famous German
Nürburgring
racetrack, where the Skyline was developed. In total 1000 R34 GT-R
Nür(s) were made, 750 were V·spec II Nürs' and 250 were M·Spec Nürs'.
The Nür model featured an improved RB26DETT based on the N1 racing
engine. The standard turbochargers were upgraded to larger versions with
a slight increase in boost and the ceramic blades were replaced with
steel versions. This has increased lag, but to compensate the turbo's
durability was improved while being able to handle a bigger boost
increase. This allowed tuners to increase the boost safely with standard
turbos up to 340 kW (450 hp) at the crank. The V.spec II Nür is based
on the regular V·spec II model, and the M·spec Nür was based on the
regular M·spec model. Other than the addition of the Nür engine, the Nür
models also included a different color of stitching on the interior
trim, as well as a speedometer reading up to 300 km/h (186 mph), and
gold valve covers instead of red. Due to Japanese car industry norms at
the time, the car was advertised as having 206 kW (276 hp) but it
actually had over 246 kW (330 hp) when it left the factory.
Production figures
- Standard Cars = 3,965
- V·Spec = 1,308
- V·Spec UK = 80
- V·Spec N1 = 45
- V·Spec II = 5,512
- V·Spec II Nür = 750[26]
- V·Spec II N1 = 18
- M·Spec = 228[27]
- M·Spec Nür = 250
- V-Spec II NISMO Z-tune 2 = 19
- Total = 12,175
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