07 Skyline?

SKILMATIC · 12-13-2005, 03:59 AM

Ok I know this is a supra forum but hey I am in the off topic portion so I should be ok.

My question is who here if anyone knows the real scoop on the new 07 skyline coming out? I have heard alot of specualtions and rumors however does anyone here know of a site that has the real info?

I heard they were going to use the vq35 motor and twin turbo charge it. I also heard a rumor that they were going to do away with the awd version. I heard it wil come with almost 500whp. Is this accurate or is this all BS?

joel w · 12-13-2005, 04:10 AM

not much on the net about it that i can find.... i did find this though , kinda sharp looking..

http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103715

SKILMATIC · 12-13-2005, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joel williams

not much on the net about it that i can find.... i did find this though , kinda sharp looking..

http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103715

The link didnt work.

joel w · 12-13-2005, 04:26 AM

works for me?

but here.

LOS ANGELES - The next-generation Skyline GT-R, a high-performance sports car, will be sold as an Infiniti in the United States, say two sources familiar with Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.'s plans.

The current generation is sold under the Nissan brand in Japan. Company executives have been debating whether to sell it in America as a Nissan or an Infiniti.

The most recent GT-R concept was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in October. The production model will be shown at the Tokyo show in 2007.

The sources say the vehicle will be either a 2008 or 2009 model with a sticker price of about $65,000. They say Nissan has targeted annual U.S. sales of about 1,500.

The automaker showed only the car's exterior at the Tokyo show and has not said much about the powerplant. But one source says the Skyline GT-R will have all-wheel drive and two turbochargers, and produce more than 400 hp.

"It will be wicked; faster than a bullet," he said.

Asked to comment on the vehicle, Frederique Le Greves, head of public relations for Nissan North America Inc., said, "No decision has been made on whether it will be a Nissan or Infiniti when it comes to the United States."

Some company executives fought to put a Nissan nameplate on the GT-R in the United States because it is known as a Nissan globally. The car appears in many popular racing video games in the United States, such as Sony PlayStation's Gran Turismo.

But a source says in-house studies show that the expected clientele does not want to shop for such a high-end vehicle at a Nissan dealership.

Infiniti dealer John Capps says the Infiniti dealer group has been lobbying for the GT-R. Capps, owner of Plaza Motor Co. in St. Louis, and former chair of the Infiniti dealer council, says "it would be a wonderful halo car."

SKILMATIC · 12-13-2005, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joel williams

works for me?

but here.

LOS ANGELES - The next-generation Skyline GT-R, a high-performance sports car, will be sold as an Infiniti in the United States, say two sources familiar with Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.'s plans.

The current generation is sold under the Nissan brand in Japan. Company executives have been debating whether to sell it in America as a Nissan or an Infiniti.

The most recent GT-R concept was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in October. The production model will be shown at the Tokyo show in 2007.

The sources say the vehicle will be either a 2008 or 2009 model with a sticker price of about $65,000. They say Nissan has targeted annual U.S. sales of about 1,500.

The automaker showed only the car's exterior at the Tokyo show and has not said much about the powerplant. But one source says the Skyline GT-R will have all-wheel drive and two turbochargers, and produce more than 400 hp.

"It will be wicked; faster than a bullet," he said.

Asked to comment on the vehicle, Frederique Le Greves, head of public relations for Nissan North America Inc., said, "No decision has been made on whether it will be a Nissan or Infiniti when it comes to the United States."

Some company executives fought to put a Nissan nameplate on the GT-R in the United States because it is known as a Nissan globally. The car appears in many popular racing video games in the United States, such as Sony PlayStation's Gran Turismo.

But a source says in-house studies show that the expected clientele does not want to shop for such a high-end vehicle at a Nissan dealership.

Infiniti dealer John Capps says the Infiniti dealer group has been lobbying for the GT-R. Capps, owner of Plaza Motor Co. in St. Louis, and former chair of the Infiniti dealer council, says "it would be a wonderful halo car."

Godamit I am sorry it works now. I dont know why it didnt work before. But thanks for the link

SKILMATIC · 12-13-2005, 04:45 AM

So thats what all the fuss hasbeen about? They havent brought it over cause nissan and infinity have been arguing over who gets to stamp their name on the car? Godamit! these car fvckers make me so dam mad sometimes. Here we have a perfectly good kickass vehicle and they wont bring it over cause of a childish argument. Whata bunch of losers. All I knows is I am gettin me one whenever it comes out.

SupraMan1784 · 12-13-2005, 03:34 PM

i read about that before...looks like a pretty sweet ride...so when they comin out with the 07 supra? haha

j3pz · 12-13-2005, 09:25 PM

3.6l vq36 v6 tt 24v
7 sp sequential tranny
paddle shifter
19" forged wheels
attesa ets (advanced total traction engineering system for all- electronic torque
split) all wheel drive
super hicas 4wheel steering
alm hood and fenders
carbon fiber comp
low drag with increased down force
est 190 top speed
projected hp 450
price 70-80k U.S.
article also says it wont be labeled a skyline in U.S. but a R36

SKILMATIC · 12-13-2005, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by j3pz

3.6l vq36 v6 tt 24v
7 sp sequential tranny
paddle shifter
19" forged wheels
attesa ets (advanced total traction engineering system for all- electronic torque
split) all wheel drive
super hicas 4wheel steering
alm hood and fenders
carbon fiber comp
low drag with increased down force
est 190 top speed
projected hp 450
price 70-80k U.S.
article also says it wont be labeled a skyline in U.S. but a R36

Wow, you gotta be fvcking jokin me. I am going to have some fun in this car lol. And I was wandering if it was going to come with a paddle shifter. I know the concept 10 is. But now I am hooked on this car. I heard both ways whethor they were going to drop the name skyline or not. Its still up in the air as of right now.

j3pz · 12-13-2005, 10:39 PM

it would be alot harder to drift with 4 wheel steering but you could just zip around turns... going like 100mph around a non embanked turn, oh ya

12-13-2005, 03:59 AM	#1
SKILMATIC 3" Exhaust Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 221	07 Skyline? Ok I know this is a supra forum but hey I am in the off topic portion so I should be ok. My question is who here if anyone knows the real scoop on the new 07 skyline coming out? I have heard alot of specualtions and rumors however does anyone here know of a site that has the real info? I heard they were going to use the vq35 motor and twin turbo charge it. I also heard a rumor that they were going to do away with the awd version. I heard it wil come with almost 500whp. Is this accurate or is this all BS?

12-13-2005, 04:26 AM	#4
joel w Lexus & 550's Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: In the shadows Posts: 506	works for me? but here. LOS ANGELES - The next-generation Skyline GT-R, a high-performance sports car, will be sold as an Infiniti in the United States, say two sources familiar with Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.'s plans. The current generation is sold under the Nissan brand in Japan. Company executives have been debating whether to sell it in America as a Nissan or an Infiniti. The most recent GT-R concept was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in October. The production model will be shown at the Tokyo show in 2007. The sources say the vehicle will be either a 2008 or 2009 model with a sticker price of about $65,000. They say Nissan has targeted annual U.S. sales of about 1,500. The automaker showed only the car's exterior at the Tokyo show and has not said much about the powerplant. But one source says the Skyline GT-R will have all-wheel drive and two turbochargers, and produce more than 400 hp. "It will be wicked; faster than a bullet," he said. Asked to comment on the vehicle, Frederique Le Greves, head of public relations for Nissan North America Inc., said, "No decision has been made on whether it will be a Nissan or Infiniti when it comes to the United States." Some company executives fought to put a Nissan nameplate on the GT-R in the United States because it is known as a Nissan globally. The car appears in many popular racing video games in the United States, such as Sony PlayStation's Gran Turismo. But a source says in-house studies show that the expected clientele does not want to shop for such a high-end vehicle at a Nissan dealership. Infiniti dealer John Capps says the Infiniti dealer group has been lobbying for the GT-R. Capps, owner of Plaza Motor Co. in St. Louis, and former chair of the Infiniti dealer council, says "it would be a wonderful halo car." Attached Thumbnails

12-13-2005, 03:34 PM	#7
SupraMan1784 SP58GT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Dirty Jerz Posts: 691	i read about that before...looks like a pretty sweet ride...so when they comin out with the 07 supra? haha __________________ Now: Saving for an MKIV Broken Rides: (Sold) 91 supra turbo 5speed with a 1jzgte motor 421whp 400(399) ft*lbs of torque on tap @ 15 psi "Always outnumbered, never outgunned."

12-13-2005, 09:25 PM	#8
j3pz 500whp yet? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Mechanicsville, MD, US of A, 20659 Posts: 1,060	out of modified mag 3.6l vq36 v6 tt 24v 7 sp sequential tranny paddle shifter 19" forged wheels attesa ets (advanced total traction engineering system for all- electronic torque split) all wheel drive super hicas 4wheel steering alm hood and fenders carbon fiber comp low drag with increased down force est 190 top speed projected hp 450 price 70-80k U.S. article also says it wont be labeled a skyline in U.S. but a R36 __________________ 88 N/A w/ 5spd - stock - not running, bhg 87 turbo/targa w/ 5spd- fidanza light weight flywheel, new oem slave cylinder, apexi air filter, no ac and no heat

12-13-2005, 10:39 PM	#10
j3pz 500whp yet? Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Mechanicsville, MD, US of A, 20659 Posts: 1,060	it would be alot harder to drift with 4 wheel steering but you could just zip around turns... going like 100mph around a non embanked turn, oh ya __________________ 88 N/A w/ 5spd - stock - not running, bhg 87 turbo/targa w/ 5spd- fidanza light weight flywheel, new oem slave cylinder, apexi air filter, no ac and no heat

12-13-2005, 04:10 AM	#2
joel w Lexus & 550's Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: In the shadows Posts: 506	not much on the net about it that i can find.... i did find this though , kinda sharp looking.. http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103715

12-13-2005, 04:45 AM	#6
SKILMATIC 3" Exhaust Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 221	So thats what all the fuss hasbeen about? They havent brought it over cause nissan and infinity have been arguing over who gets to stamp their name on the car? Godamit! these car fvckers make me so dam mad sometimes. Here we have a perfectly good kickass vehicle and they wont bring it over cause of a childish argument. Whata bunch of losers. All I knows is I am gettin me one whenever it comes out.

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