Nissan Skyline GT-R (2000-02)

A sports car based on the Nissan Skyline line is called the Nissan Skyline GT-R (Japanese: GT-R, Nissan Sukairain GT-R). The first "Skyline GT-R" vehicles, with the model code KPGC10, were made between 1969 and 1972. They were successful in Japanese touring car racing competitions. A small run of second-generation vehicles with the model number KPGC110 was produced after this one in 1973.

The 1989 BNR32 ("R32") Skyline GT-R marked the return of the GT-R moniker after a 16-year absence. The R32 GT-R was utilised to win the Japanese Touring Car Championship four years in a row in Group A standard versions. Prior to a regulation change that banned the R32 GT-R in 1993, the R32 GT-R enjoyed success in the Australian Touring Car Championship, where Jim Richards and Mark Skaife both used it to win the championship in 1991 and 1992, respectively. The Australian auto magazine Wheels dubbed the R32 GT-R "Godzilla" in its July 1989 issue due to the vehicle's technological advancements and performance.  The name was then carried by the wheels through all Skyline GT-R models.

Nissan's performance line-up was led by the Skyline GT-R, which included numerous cutting-edge innovations like the Super-HICAS four-wheel steering and the ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system. The automobile is still in demand today for import drag racing, circuit racing, time trials, and competitions sponsored by tuning publications. The Skyline GT-production R's ceased in August 2002. The GT-R (R35), a brand-new car built on an improved version of the Skyline V36 platform, took the place of the previous model. Despite their obvious differences, the two cars were made at the same factory and have identical design elements.

In January 1999, the GF-BNR34 (R34) Skyline GT-R, GT-R V-Spec, and GT-R V-Spec N1 vehicles were unveiled. In comparison to the R33 GT-R, the R34 GT-R has a lower overall length and a smaller front overhang. In contrast to earlier versions, which had black valve covers, this year's models have glossy red valve covers (colour code Cherry Red Effect Z24 or X1020.

The 5.8" LCD multifunction display in the dash's centre, a brand-new addition to the R34 GT-R, displays seven distinct live readings of the vehicle's and engine's statistics, including the turbocharger pressure (1.2 bar maximum), water and oil temperatures, among others. Temperatures for the intake and exhaust gases were added to the display in the GT-R V-Spec variant. A lap timer, G-Force metre, and an increase in boost pressure measurement to 2 bar were all features of the Nismo Multi-function Displays (MFD), which could be purchased for an additional fee. In response to consumer complaints that the R33 GT-R was overly bulky, the R34 GT-R was made shorter.

Nissan replaced the V-Spec with the V-Spec II in October 2000. The V-Spec II's rear brake rotors were bigger, and the suspension was stronger than it was on the original V-Spec. Additionally, it has a carbon fibre NACA duct-equipped bonnet that weighs less than the aluminium used to make the other GT-R bonnets. The V-Spec II also had aluminium pedals and a centre console made of iridium. The yellow turn lenses were swapped out for white ones, and the seats were covered in black fabric as opposed to the grey cloth used on earlier R34 GT-R cars. These improvements also applied to the GT-base R's trim level, with the exception of the carbon fibre bonnet.

Nissan introduced the Skyline GT-R V-Spec II Skyline GT-R M-Spec, the R34 GT-final R's manufacturing model, in February 2002. The renowned German racetrack Nürburgring, where the Skyline was created, . The R34 GT-R Nür was built in a total of 1,003 units. 285were M-Spec Nürs, while 718 were V-Spec II Nürs. Based on the N1 racing engine, the RB26DETT in the Nür model was upgraded. The ceramic blades on the conventional turbochargers were changed for steel ones, and the boost level was slightly increased. The turbo's durability was enhanced while being able to sustain a larger boost increase, although this has increased lag.

The R34 Skyline GT-R was introduced in 1997 and was in production until 2002. The model stood out mainly to a cutting-edge display unit, and its RB26DETT twin-turbo I6 engine delivered outstanding horsepower. The R34 was able to dominate its predecessors because to a shorter wheelbase and a more streamlined design.