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The GF-BNR34 (R34) Skyline GT-R and GT-R V-Spec<br />
models were released in January 1999. The R34<br />
GT-R was also shorter (from front to rear), and<br />
the front overhang reduced. The valve covers<br />
were painted glossy red (color code Cherry Red<br />
Effect Z24 or X1020), as opposed to black in<br />
previous models. A new feature on the R34 GT-R<br />
is a 5.8” LCD multifunction display on the center<br />
of the dashboard, which shows seven different<br />
live readings of engine and vehicle statistics<br />
such as turbocharger pressure (1.2 bar max), oil<br />
and water temperature, among others.<br />
The GT-R V·spec model added two extra<br />
features to the display: intake and exhaust gas<br />
temperatures. Nismo Multi-function Displays<br />
(MFD) can be bought at an extra cost, they include<br />
a lap timer, G-Force meter and an increase in<br />
boost pressure measurement to 2 bar. The R34<br />
GT-R was made shorter in response to customer<br />
concerns who thought the R33 was too bulky.<br />
Like the R33, the new R34 GT-R V·spec (Victory<br />
Specication) models come equipped with the<br />
ATTESA E-TS Pro system and an Active LSD at the<br />
rear, while standard GT-R models come with the<br />
non-Pro system and a conventional mechanical<br />
differential. The V.spec model also had rmer<br />
suspension and lower ground clearance, thanks<br />
to front and side splitters, as well as a rear<br />
carbon ber air diffuser, designed to keep air<br />
owing smoothly under the car.<br />
Nissan released a nal production model of the<br />
R34 GT-R called the Skyline GT-R V·spec II Nür<br />
and the Skyline GT-R M·spec Nür. The Nür was<br />
named after the famous German Nürburgring<br />
racetrack, where the Skyline was developed. In<br />
total 1000 R34 GT-R Nür(s) were made, 750 were<br />
V·spec II Nürs’ and 250 M·Spec Nürs’. The Nür<br />
model featured an improved RB26DETT based on<br />
the N1 racing engine. The standard turbochargers<br />
were upgraded to larger versions with a slight<br />
increase in boost and the ceramic blades were<br />
replaced with steel versions. This has increased<br />
lag, but to compensate the turbo’s durability was<br />
improved while being able to handle a bigger<br />
boost increase. This allowed tuners to increase<br />
the boost safely with standard turbos up to 340<br />
kW (450 hp) at the crank.
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