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Discussion in 'General Automotive Discussion' started by masterflex164, Dec 24, 2007.

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  1. masterflex164

    masterflex164 Formula Junior

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    #1 masterflex164, Dec 24, 2007
    Anyone here already have an R8 or getting one?

    Anyone here getting the Nissan?

    Both look like they're going to be awesome cars!
     
  2. Mike J

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    #2 Mike J, Dec 24, 2007
    We almost got the R8, but my wife did not like the looks. I wasn't a big fan either.

    She is signed up for the new ZR-1 and I will seriously look at the GT2.
     
  3. Face76

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    #3 Face76, Dec 24, 2007
    Second in line to get a ZR1. Checked my local Nissan dealer who expects to get 2-3 GTRs and was told very little interest in the car yet. May change my choice if I can see the GTR in person.
     
  4. rabenoja

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    #4 rabenoja, Dec 24, 2007
    I am second to get the gtr at my dealer. I've been a skyline fan for a long time and this car is going to be incredible! I can't wait!
     
  5. LamboLover

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    #5 LamboLover, Dec 24, 2007
    You lucky git. :D
     
  6. Pantera

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    #6 Pantera, Dec 24, 2007
    In the next couple of years I will be looking into the GTR once it hits the used car lot and drops in resale then definately I will be in the market for one. If not I will definately get a used R33 or R34.

    R8 I am not to interested in that.
     
  7. Ferrari250GTO

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    #7 Ferrari250GTO, Dec 25, 2007
    You couldn't give me a GTR. Well you could but I would sell it immediately :D
     
  8. 3604u

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    #8 3604u, Dec 25, 2007
    GTR to a R8 anyday..
     
  9. JBsZ06

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    #9 JBsZ06, Dec 25, 2007
    I don't know which I would choose between the two...

    I wonder which one will be faster around a track...(not including Nissan's test results on preproduction prototypes)

    The R8 is exotic looking.

    The GTR is supposed to be a techno wonder speed machine.. but I'd wait to hear what the real independant tests show...
     
  10. tervuren

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    #10 tervuren, Dec 25, 2007
    I finally saw one out on the road Sunday, and definitely is - but its a huge car. Course, when comparing it to the GTR with a front engine, rear gearbox, and 4wd...
     
  11. masterflex164

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    #11 masterflex164, Dec 25, 2007
    R8 is also 4wd, and has a rear gearbox, except it is mid-engined, whereas the GTR isn't.

    I think that the GTR is more powerful also?
     
  12. tervuren

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    #12 tervuren, Dec 25, 2007
    I'll reserve my opinion on the GTR's looks until I see it in some form other than pictures, but the R8 is definitely a hot looking car. I find the GTR's gearbox position odd due to it necessitates the need for another long drive shaft forwards, after bringing it all the way to the rear. Whereas say, a Lamborghini VT, goes from motor, to mid mounted gearbox, and then outputs front and rear. I'm not saying the GTR is bad, or the R8, just I found the R8 much larger than I expected it to be.(Of course, I knew it did have several inches on a Gallardo, but still, its something else to see it.)
     
  13. JBsZ06

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    #13 JBsZ06, Dec 25, 2007
    The R8 is wide but not very long..

    When you guys say the r8 is huge ... do you mean width?
     
  14. Lexdiamonnyc

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    #14 Lexdiamonnyc, Dec 26, 2007
    yes, more powerful, and also uglier!:)

    I'd have to get the R8, because once the GTR comes out you'll see all the ricer boys trade in their Evo's and STi's for GTR's..........so, not thanx..... I rather have the more "exclusive" R8 :)
     

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