Nissan GTR-34

The Skyline GT-R, GT-R V·Spec and GT-R V·Spec N1 models were introduced in January 1999. The R34 GT-R was shorter (front to back) and the front overhang was reduced compared to its predecessor. The valve covers were painted glossy red (color code Cherry red effect Z24 or X1020), unlike black in previous models.

Skyline GT-R R34, driven by the character Brian O'Conner, played by Paul Walker in the movie 2 Fast and Furious 2.

A new feature of the R34 GT-R is a 5.8-inch multifunction LCD display in the center of the dashboard, which displays seven different current engine readings and vehicle statistics, such as turbocharger pressure (no more than 1.2 bar), oil and water temperature, and others. The GT-R V*Spec model has added two additional functions to the display: intake and exhaust gas temperature. Nismo Multifunction Displays (MFD) could be purchased for an additional fee, they included a lap timer, a gravity meter and an increase in the boost pressure measurement to 2 bar. The R34 GT-R was shortened in response to customer concerns that the R33 was too bulky.

Like the R33, the new R34 GT-R V*Spec (Victory specification) models are equipped with an ATTESA E-TS Pro system and an active LSD at the rear, while the standard GT-R models come with a non-Pro system and a conventional mechanical differential. The V·Spec model also had a stiffer suspension and lower ground clearance thanks to the front and side splitters, as well as a rear carbon fiber air diffuser designed to ensure a smooth flow of air under the car.

During the introduction of the R34, like the R32 and R33, Nissan introduced the R34 V·Spec N1 model. The R34 V·Spec N1 model was equipped similarly to the R32 and R33 N1 models - a special homologation. It was sold without air conditioning, audio equipment, rear wiper or trunk lining, but the ABS remained. The new R34 N1 also received a new R34 N1 engine. Only 38 known R34 V*Spec N1 models were produced at the factory, 12 of which Nismo used for Super Taikyu racing. The rest were sold to various customers, mainly racing teams and tuning garages.[citation required]

The V·Spec version was also imported to the UK with a number of modifications made on these 80 cars.They included 3 additional oil coolers, a revised ECU card, a full Connolly leather interior, bottom diffusers, a stiffer suspension, an active rear differential with limited slip, an additional display function on the car display. In addition to the UK, 10 were sold to Hong Kong and Singapore, and 5 to New Zealand, albeit with various changes for their respective markets.

Rear view of the car R34 GT-R M*spec Nür

In October 2000, Nissan introduced the V*Spec II, replacing the V*Spec. The V*Spec II has increased suspension stiffness (even stiffer than the original V·Spec) and had larger rear brake rotors. It also features a carbon fiber hood equipped with a NACA duct, which is lighter than the aluminum that all other GT-R hoods are made of. Also the difference of the V*Spec II was the iridium center console and aluminum pedals. The seats were upholstered in black fabric rather than the grey fabric used on previous R34 GT-R models, and the amber-turn lenses were replaced with white versions. With the exception of the carbon fiber hood, the standard GT-R package also received these updates. A total of 18 V*Spec II N1s were built. A total of 1,855 V*Spec II's were built for Japan, with an additional 2 sold for the New Zealand market. V*Spec N1 has been replaced by V·Spec II N1. The same changes applied to V*Spec N1 were applied to V·Spec II N1, except for the carbon hood of V·Spec II, which was now unpainted.

In May 2001 , the M specification was introduced . It was based on the V-Spec II, but had special "Ripple" shock absorbers, a revised suspension, a stiffer rear crossbar and a leather interior with heated front seats. The letter "M· in the M* specification stood for Mizuno, who is the chief engineer of Nissan. The only other change was the removal of the carbon fiber hood, which was replaced with a standard aluminum hood.

In February 2002, Nissan launched the final production model R34 GT-R called Skyline GT-R V*Spec II Nür and Skyline GT-R M·Spec Nür. Nur was named after the famous German Nurburgring racetrack, where Skyline was developed. A total of 1,003 R34 GT-R Nür(s) units were produced, 718 were V·Spec II Nür and 285 were M*Spec Nür." The Nür model featured an improved RB26DETT engine based on the N1 racing engine. The standard turbochargers were upgraded to larger versions with a slight boost increase, and the ceramic blades were replaced with steel versions. This increased the lag, but the durability of the turbo was improved, at the same time it could cope with a large boost increase. The V·Spec II Nür model is based on the regular V·Spec II model, and the M·Spec Nür model was based on the regular M·Spec model. In addition to the addition of the Nür engine, the Nür models also included a different stitching color on the interior trim, as well as speedometer readings up to 300 km/h (186 mph), gold valve caps instead of red and a gold VIN plate instead of silver. Due to Japanese automotive industry regulations at the time, the car was advertised as having 206 kW (280 hp; 276 hp), but it actually had over 246 kW (334 hp; 330 hp) when it left the factory.

In 1999, during a Nissan test session at the Nurburgring Nordscheleife. Unofficially, the GT-R R34 ran a lap on the track in 7:52 minutes under the control of Nissan test pilot Kazuo Shimizu. The car broke the GT-R R33 record, which at the time was the fastest production car for legal road traffic and the second fastest legal car on the track.