Vehicle Description
This first-year 2009 Nissan GT-R is a technological masterpiece.
And they have taken the time to give it only tasteful upgrades and
gone to great lengths to keep it looking great. So while a 190+ MPH
supercar is impressive, this low-mileage coupe turns heads even
when it's standing still.
Collectability is always a big question when supercar shopping, and
this first-year example gets its history right. The Nissan GT-R
will always have one of the best stories around. This car's
predecessors built a reputation outside of the USA for being one of
the best all-around and well-engineered sports coupes. It made
enthusiasts beg Nissan to bring "Godzilla" to our shores. So when
it came time for the modern generation, they over-engineered the
whole car right down to the last wind tunnel detail. It's how
Nissan made sure the first US-bound GT-R not only lived up to
Skyline enthusiasts' wishes, but it also made sure it impressed
those who were even first being introduced to the model for the
first time. That's what makes this example so important. It is part
of the first batch of cars to hit our shores. The 2009 model year
was the initial one where you joined wait lists and hoped to get
your dream car. It's the one that made the USA whole, and so it's
the one that will always have a special place in our hearts as it
matures into a full classic. That's why it would be treated with
this level of respect and care. This has averaged about 750 miles
annually, and so the factory paint shows little signs of use. And
speaking of the finish, we love this in Silver Metallic. The time
it took to get the sharp-edge style of the GT-R often was compared
to master Japanese sword makers. So it's only fitting that the
crisp and clean body lines that are engineered to swiftly cut and
channel the air look like a smooth blade. There's also a fully
coordinated contrasting dark side.
The chin spoiler, NACA hood ducts, grille, body kit, deeply tinted
windows rear valance, and rear spoiler show off plenty of speedy
appeal that looks good against the silver. Plus, the 21-inch HRE
wheels are the right addition for giving distinction to this
Japanese classic without taking away from the modern classic
style.
Where the exterior is silver with dark accents, the color theme
switches for the interior. Now you have a deep and rich black that
has tasteful touches of metal on the center console, dash, and
doors. And just like the exterior, this was engineered with true
drivers in mind. Well-bolstered bucket seats, a leather-wrapped
sports steering wheel, paddle shifters, and a big tach directly in
front of you are the kind of things that make this feel like a
competition machine. But this also doesn't miss out on all the best
luxury features. Keyless entry/ignition, power seats, power
windows, power locks, power steering, cruise control, and dual-zone
automatic A/C climate control, are all part of this premium
package. And the infotainment system is a modern AM/FM/CD
touchscreen unit that runs the satellite navigation and Bose
speaker system. Of course, this system is really known for
delivering a full set of race-ready readouts. Plus, a modern
classic has all the best modern safety, including dual front
airbags, side airbags, and anti-lock brakes.
The motor is what makes the GT-R so special. The 3.8-liter
twin-turbo motor is hand-built by special engineers. Think of this
like Mercedes AMG, but with a Japanese level of meticulousness. So
these are made in a room clean enough to do surgery. The factory
480 horsepower rating was conservative, especially because we now
know just how over-engineered everything is and how these were
built to unlock added power. That's why this one now has a Jotech
Motorsports Stage 2 tune (an over $10k investment alone.) It
upgrades the injectors, fuel pumps, air intakes, and exhaust to be
ready to accept the custom tune from the adjustable Cobb Accessport
tuner. The result is a stated 740 horsepower on E85 gas! So while
this already had a 0 to 60 mph time that outguns brand new
supercars, you have even more power and control compared to other
exotics. And if you wish to take it back to regular fuel, you're
free to do so with the Cobb tuner. The six-speed dual-clutch
transmission has Formula One-style paddle shifters for true racecar
control, but it can also shift itself when you just need to get
through urban traffic. The same goes for the suspension. The
all-wheel-drive setup works with the fully independent suspension
for the kind of experience that can set records at the Nurburgring.
Plus, There are Brembo four-wheel disc brakes with drilled rotors
and a newer set of Pirelli P-Zero tires for all-around superior
grip.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual packet and
maintenance records. You're looking at the inaugural year for a
true modern legend, and it's presented with the power and poise
that you really want. Don't miss out, call today!
