06-19-2017, 10:30 AM | #1 |
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Nissan GT-R - 2014
A local dealer has a used 2014 Nissan GT-R for sale, only 14k miles and price is basically the same by the time I have purchased all the M Performance parts I plan to for the M2.
Question is, if you had the choice, which would you go for and why? I know they are very different cars, but just wanted to get others opinions before I make a choice!! I have a Subaru Forester that I use for winter. So which ever car I do end up purchasing, it will be garaged throughout the winter. |
06-19-2017, 07:45 PM | #3 |
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I owned the R35 when it was first released so it is coming up to 8 years ago now.
It is an amazing car on the track - but you have to be willing to commit to being really aggressive. I remember the first time I got on Sepang, and on the "bus stop" turn 7 and 8, doing it at the speeds I was doing on the Evo8MR with HKS2835 generating 350-400hp depending on overboost, the GTR wasn't even breaking a sweat. Pushed it another 5km/h faster. Still composed. Then 10km/h more. I finally backed off. My balls weren't as big as the GTRs. On the road, it felt every bit as heavy as its (almost) 1800kg suggested. Slow, heavy, and steering that felt ponderous. That was until I hit 100km/h. Then the aeros kicked in and the car felt nimble and turned on a dime. Usually right before (if I am lucky) the next intersection. If I am not, it would be a cop car. Lucky my luck held. The speed limit on most roads in Singapore was 70km/h - 90 on the highway. Or was it 100. Can't remember. It did feel special though. I remember the first time I got the car - I was probably the 3rd GTR on the roads then, I was being followed by Subarus and Evo with, I kid you not, DRIVERS whipping out a mobile phone and taking videos of the car. While driving. On the roads. The GTR was the car that finally convinced me outright speed wasn't everything. It was about this time that I drove a friend's 987 Boxster S 6MT. That made me appreciate how a car can feel alive at low speeds, and connected to the driver. The RB38DETT V6 exhaust note was also nothing to write home about - I honestly feel the M2's exhaust note sounds more aggressive. Even with the stock exhaust. Also, when it was launched, the Bridgestone Potenzas were supposed to be the "premium" tyres. But the Potenzas had a very very stiff sidewall. And there was very little feedback from them. The Dunlops (which were only offered with the standard rims) had much better feedback so you could push more while knowing how much traction you had left. This was reversed in subsequent model years so the 2014 should have the Dunlops as the premium rubber. BTW I remember being surprised - for most brands the 20" tyres were cheaper than the 19". I think that's the case with the Michelin Pilot Super Sports too. Last edited by DoggieHowser; 06-19-2017 at 11:52 PM.. |
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Thanks for the input guys.
I think the M2 would be the better choice overall, cant really take advantage of the GT-R's power on the type of roads I have to drive on! |
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06-25-2017, 07:45 PM | #6 |
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Depends on what you're looking for in a car. I know it's not a 2014 but here's Chris Harris take on a 2017 GTR. I've always wanted one but I always knew that my 6mt Z and new M2 will be more fun on my tiny island.
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Interesting to read about the seats, I am not a small guy at 6'1" and 95kg, so small seats would be an instant problem for me! I'm sticking with the M2 anyway, and in about three weeks I should be sat behind the wheel. Excited!! |
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06-27-2017, 01:47 PM | #9 |
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Street car i'd get the GT-R, more power, more traction, surprisingly comfortable for cruising. Low speed 1st-2nd gear pulls will leave a grin on your face every time. Running over smug douches in Ferrari 430's is fun too.
Track/canyon car i'd get the M2. Consumables for GT-R are too expensive when you track. For road duty it's not too bad to maintain at all. I had fun with my 2010 GT-R but since it was my daily driver and track car I had to get rid of it and get a better platform for a track car. |
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