(That's part of the airflow management - it's a cheap way to increase aerodynamics and reduce wind noise.)

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The fact that nissan is following porsche with vtg turbines is absolutely awesome. And I think that fact really hints at what nissan was going after, the 997 turbo.

And really, I think they've used the 911 as their standard ever since the R32 chassis gtr's were born. I think that says alot about compairing a GTR to a corvette...it wasn't supposed to be. Of course people still compair them! But look at the buyers...Corvette: Older men, nice husbands, nice fathers, and rich widows. GTR: People who look for, and can afford, the highest tech car for the price.

Sure there are some young buyers for new corvettes, I know one personally. Guess what he did when his brand new(at the time) Z06 got spanked by a S/C SVT mustang? He bought a mustang.

My point here is, people talk about a corvette being an Icon(which it certainly is). But what kind of icons are kids cherishing today? What exactly that is I don't know. But what it isn't, is traditional.

I hate to say it, but ever since FnF came out, people have been buying up imports like hotcakes. Dealerships actually sell used imports with worthless aftermarket parts(read dubs, ground kits, clear corners, wings, etc) for MORE than the average price!. And people are BUYING them!

So what does this tell me about nissan? They chose the most opportune time to start importing GTRs to the states.

That's just my opinion though. I know I won't be able to afford the new GTR when it comes, but to me it will be an icon. Just like the 911 was the first time I saw it. And besides, GTR is too close to "GTR'DONE!" for this okie not to love.

21psi peak through 3.8L of variable valve timing goodness is well more than 4-500hp. Like closer to a whole crap ton. I see boost staying around 10-12psi.

In order to make that much torque that low the engine is going to have some insane volumetric efficiency.

The gtr has already beaten the 911's time at the nurb, and they're creeping up on the Carrera GT. Vette owners are going to be buttsore when this thing ships.

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I didn't know there was a Corvette SUV!

Yep! It's the best looking Corvette since 1977!

see that small piece of silver?

that has vette bumper written all over it...

but at the same time, I don't see how JS's comment disproves the outdated...

they're outdated in the same way a revolver is to an auto pistol...older technology...but just as potent. Stupid LS motors...

I know, we had a silver '79 C3. Hated it. It caught fire and burnt our garage down; a fitting end for that POS. I was more sad about losing my mountain bike in the garage fire than the car.

Every Vette from '78 onward has the same basic shape. *yawn*

there is absolutely no question in my mind that right now the c6 is the best new performance vehicle for the $ available, and the c5 is the best used performance vehicle for the $ available.

They are in the same class -- high end performance cars. And most of those buyers don't give a crap whether its front, rear, or mid engine or rear or all wheel drive...

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I personally cant wait to see what the aftermarket does with the new GT-R. Its gonna be crazy.

I hope so. Traditionally Nissan has had less of an aftermarket than other vehicles. And, not to bring up the vette comparision again, i wonder how it'll compare to other performance vehicles' aftermarkets.

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Not so much.

http://forums.corvetteforum.co...74038

You can't talk about what times the car is pulling, until people actually are able to see PRODUCTION cars running. 7:50 is not a 7:38.

Even chicks know Corvettes are for senior citizens.

I'm gonna have to say R32 is best to DATE!!!

what id be most interested in knowing is thoughts from you all about why nissan didnt use their v10 titan engine in the GTR. its an established beast that can really put down serious numbers. is it a weight thing? or just size?

im honestly happy that nissan is keeping the GTR nissan. i really with lexus acura, infiniti etc jsut stayed their base company names. nothing is more annoyign as a car enthusiast to be admiring a luxury car and have the owner talk down about the other cars its related to. best example a guy with an is 300 was busy telling me that his lexus was not a toyota and it was so much better build quality so it couldnt be a toyota.....

to greg and jesda and the others discussing innovation, I wish the big 4 in detriot would innovate with cars more, though i do applaud the corvette staying close to its roots. its just a shame that they have kickass concept cars and never really bring those to fruition though. id have killed for the concept shelby in 04 that ford was making.

If they used a V10 you could probably expect dimensions more similar to the Dodge Viper in the front end. Especially when trying to get most of such a large motor situated behind the front axle line. Not to mention the added mass from a turbo system on a V motor tends to be fairly low, providing a more optimal center of gravity. Of course this is more speculative, but that would be the biggest strengths that I'd consider.

GTR would drop my panties. But I'm easy

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Man my Xbox is broken I just bought my last upgrade on my Z06 on Forza Motorsport too

Was getting my *** kicked on doubles last night with a friend. 2 games I let us down. 3-4 times he let us down. Think we only won 2 out of like 8.

Most women don't know the difference between models of Corvettes.

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Yeah. Ish is just knows a 'Vette is a 'Vette.

No way. 1967 'Vette with an L88 > all other 'Vettes.

What? did someone just mention my dream car? I do believe they did.

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SO unoriginal. I expect more of you.