Introduction
The Nissan "GT-R50," designed in collaboration with Italdesign, has captured attention by showcasing the best of the GT-R lineage. It made its debut today at the Dubai Autodrome during its global tour.
Global Tour of the Car
The showcase of the "GT-R50" in the region follows its appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. The car is touring various locations worldwide, including:
- Spa-Francorchamps Circuit in Belgium
- Monterey Motorsports Reunion in the USA
- Nissan Crossing in the Ginza area of Tokyo, Japan
Following the success of its global tour, only 50 units inspired by this model will be produced worldwide.
Design and Specifications
Nissan collaborated with Italdesign, based in Turin, Italy, to develop this model based on the Nissan GT-R Nismo. The "GT-R50" celebrates two significant anniversaries:
- The 50th anniversary of Italdesign
- The 50th anniversary of the Nissan GT-R launch
Statements from Officials
Commenting on this event, Kalayana Seivagananam, Vice President of Regional Marketing and Sales for Nissan Africa, the Middle East, and India, and Head of Nissan Middle East, stated:
"As we continue our rich heritage in motorsports in the Middle East, we are proud to present the exclusive GT-R50 to customers and car enthusiasts in the region. The Nissan GT-R is one of the most renowned sports cars globally, and Italdesign has elevated the GT-R to a new level with the GT-R50 through superior performance, distinctive design, and high craftsmanship. The GT-R50 embodies the essence of Nissan and is a very limited edition for enthusiasts who wish to own the best that Nissan has to offer."
Technical Performance
Under its new exterior, the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign boasts impressive power. Drawing on Nissan's GT3 racing experience, Nismo enhanced the hand-assembled 3.8-liter V6 VR38DETT engine, which delivers 720 horsepower and 780 Nm of torque. The modified Bilstein suspension and upgraded Brembo braking system help manage the additional power.
Pricing and Availability
The starting price for the modified "GT-R50" from Nismo, with 720 PS, is set at €990,000 before taxes and options. If you wish to acquire the exclusive GT-R50, you can visit the following site, where deliveries will take place between March and April 2020.
To reserve your car, visit www.gt-r50.nissan
