Nissan announces the farewell edition of the GT-R R35 with 600 hp, limited production and a tribute to decades of dominance on the sports scene.
In short
- Farewell edition of the Nissan GT-R R35, limited production.
- VR38DETT 3.8 V6 biturbo engine tuned to 600 hp.
- Exclusive details: golden bronze wheels, carbon spoiler and numbered plaque.
- Closes the era of the R35 after almost two decades in production.
Previous generation
R35 platform with 3.8-litre VR38DETT engine. In its Nismo version it reached 600 hp, but most conventional units were around 570 hp. The design and architecture remained virtually unchanged since 2007.
What changes from the previous model
- Maximum power: The Final Edition sits at 600 hp, on a par with the old Nismo, but accessible as a limited farewell edition.
- Exclusive details: 20-inch golden bronze wheels, red brake calipers, carbon fibre spoiler and plaque with unit number.
- No structural changes: There is no new platform or radically different mechanics: it is a tribute to the R35, not a revolution.
- Limited production: Nissan reserves a reduced number of units for selected markets, making it a collector's item.
The end of an era
Nissan has confirmed the Final Edition of the GT-R R35, the car that for more than a decade has been the Japanese reference in terms of accessible sportiness. With limited production and numerous exclusive details, this version marks the end of an era for the iconic model.
Mechanics and exclusive details
The GT-R Final Edition retains the 3.8-litre VR38DETT V6 biturbo engine, but with a tune that raises power to 600 hp. The six-speed dual-clutch transmission and the ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system remain responsible for distributing all that power to the asphalt.
The aesthetic changes include 20-inch golden bronze alloy wheels, red brake calipers, a carbon fibre rear spoiler and a plaque with the unit number.
New technology
The VR38DETT is an almost handcrafted engine, hand-built in Yokohama. The Final Edition does not introduce mechanical novelties, but it does include the highest degree of tuning available for the R35.
The ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system and the six-speed dual-clutch gearbox remain responsible for managing the 600 hp with the reliability that characterises the GT-R.
The absence of hybrid or electric technology is deliberate: it is the last opportunity to enjoy the GT-R in its purest form.
Market context
The R35 GT-R bids farewell at a time when Japanese sports cars are seeking new identities: the Toyota GR Supra already shares a platform with BMW, and the future of the GT-R points towards electrification. The Final Edition is both celebration and transition for one of the most respected legends in the motoring world.
Pricing and availability
Limited edition; price and availability vary by region.
Pros / Cons
- Limited edition with virtually guaranteed collector value.
- Proven VR38DETT mechanics and proven reliability.
- Emotional farewell to one of the Japanese legends.
- R35 platform with no structural changes since 2007.
- Technology and connectivity lag behind current rivals.
- Very limited availability outside Japan.
Milestones
- 2007R35 debutNissan presents the modern GT-R, capable of rivalling European supercars.
- 2017Nismo and Track EditionThe most radical versions for the track arrive.
- 2026Final EditionNissan bids farewell to the GT-R R35 with a limited, nostalgia-filled edition.
Key fact
The VR38DETT engine of the GT-R Final Edition is still hand-built by takumi technicians in Yokohama, one of the few artisanal processes that remain at Nissan.
The GT-R does not need to be perfect; it needs to be unforgettable.
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