Nissan GT-R Bids Farewell with T-spec Takumi and Skyline Editions for 2024
The Nissan GT-R, a name synonymous with performance and precision, is set to conclude its current generation run in North America. As the sun sets on this era of automotive excellence, Nissan introduces two limited-production models: the 2024 Nissan GT-R T-spec Takumi Edition and the 2024 Nissan GT-R Skyline Edition.
Exclusive Craftsmanship: The T-spec Takumi Edition
The 2024 Nissan GT-R T-spec Takumi Edition emerges as a tribute to the masterful takumi craftsmen who meticulously assemble each VR38DETT engine by hand. This model features an exclusive red-etched engine badge and a gold VIN plate within its bay, signaling heightened attention to detail during assembly. Aesthetically, it commands presence with its Midnight Purple paint—a nod to some of the most revered special editions from the lineage—and an interior swathed in Mori Green trim.
Mechanically, this edition inherits enhancements akin to those found on the standard 2024 GT-R T-spec variant. These include NISMO carbon-ceramic brakes, wider front fenders, Vehicle Dynamic Control tuned by NISMO standards, and striking gold-painted RAYS® 20-inch forged wheels that distinguish it further from its counterparts.
A Tribute to Iconic Views: The Skyline Edition
In contrast, the 2024 Nissan GT-R Skyline Edition pays homage to Japan's picturesque vistas with its own unique flair. Adorned in Bayside Blue—an emblematic hue revived from retirement after gracing previous generations—this model boasts a fresh Sora Blue interior color scheme that mirrors serene skies above.
Upon closer inspection of both vehicles' images provided, one can discern subtle differences between them beyond their distinctive color palettes. Notably, wheel design appears as a primary differentiator; while both feature premium alloys befitting their status within the lineup, there are nuanced variations in style reflective of each edition's individual character.
Pricing and Availability
Prospective buyers should note that these special editions come at a significant investment—the T-spec Takumi Edition starts at an MSRP of $151,090, while the more accessible Skyline Edition begins at an MSRP of $131,090. With fewer than 200 units slated for production before October marks the end of an era for this storied supercar in North America, exclusivity is guaranteed.
An Era Concludes
As we approach summer when these models are expected at select dealerships across the U.S., enthusiasts will have one last opportunity to capture part of what has been over seventeen years of legacy left behind by the R35-generation GT-R—a vehicle that consistently delivered exhilarating experiences without commanding exorbitant prices typically associated with supercars.
Although details such as horsepower (hp), torque figures, and acceleration times (e.g., 0-60 mph) remain consistent with previously released information about the base 2024 GT-R variants upon which these editions build—rest assured they will deliver performance metrics worthy of their pedigree.
The Next Horizon Awaits
Nissan may be closing one chapter but remains focused on ushering in new advancements in performance innovation. For now, though, let us appreciate these final iterations—their craftsmanship and heritage—as fitting tributes marking not just an end but also celebrating all that was accomplished since their inception into North American markets back in 2007.
