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Some will argue that the 2013 Nissan GT-R is too tame, overly sophisticated, and even soft, making it an unworthy successor to the R34 GT-R. True, the current generation GT-R is loaded with more tech than a spaceship, well not quite but you get the picture, and worse yet, flappy paddles have replaced the tried and true stick and clutch. What you're left with is a driving experience that may not be quite as engaging as many GT-R enthusiasts would expect. No one can argue that and we all know this story by now. But, let's also consider what else the GT-R was known for, the GT-R became the legend that it is, especially within tuning communities, due to its amazing performance in stock form and seemingly limitless potential. In that regard, the GT-R is still every bit a true GT-R and then some. A stock 2013 Nissan GT-R comes with 545 horsepower and 463 pound-feet of torque. Meaning, that there's plenty of power on tap and being delivered via an all-wheel drive system, per usual. This combination of insane power and incredible grip enables the 2013 GT-R to hit 0-60 mph in just 2.7 seconds. That type of speed is hard not to fall in love with. Whether or not that's enough for you to forgive the fact that the car is doing all the work, effortlessly swapping through gears at the blink of an eye, is something that only you can determine based on your own preferences.

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Aftermarket tuners, such as AMS Performance are also showing that the sky is still the limit. Initially, it was said that the GT-R wouldn't be highly modable, but again in the right hands the Nissan GT-R can be modified to a point that will have your average car igniting in flames at the mere thought of producing the power that the GT-R is capable of. AMS started with the Alpha 12 GT-R, a ridiculous build that produces over 1,300 whp at 35 psi of boost! What that equates to, besides one heck of a ride, is a quarter mile time of 9.05 seconds. You simply cannot produce those numbers, let alone maintain street-ability at the same time in many other cars. The R34 was one of the few cars that could consistently surpass the 1,000 horsepower mark without needing to be towed to and from the drag strip. Now, the R35 finds itself in the same company. More recently, AMS Performance has taken things even further with their newest build, the AMS Alpha Omega. The Alpha Omega runs the ¼ mile in 8.62 seconds at 173.81mph. It also holds the GT-R top speed record of 218mph, completed at the Texas Mile.

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Which begs the question, isn't this what the GT-R is all about? Great stock performance, value, and amazing potential, a tuners wet dream. By now, it should be safe to say that the R35 easily fits the same mold as the R34 in that regard, yet there are still naysayers out there. If you're really hung-up on the transmission you could always take a page from the Ben Sopra GT-R, which uses a Holinger sequential, slightly moving things in the right direction.

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Three years ago, Nissan made a decision to bring back the revered GT-R for another generation of production. Nissan also promised that the GT-R would be a world-class supercar, capable of competing with the very best that the world had to offer. Nissan promised that the car they delivered would be the start of a series of mind-blowing cars that would be sold under the GT-R nameplate. Three years down the road and Nissan has just delivered on its last commitment with the heavily revised 2012 Nissan GTR.

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Nissan provided a couple of sample 2012 GT-R's in full US specification, for the media to play with. The aftermath of this media introduction were dropped jaws and sore necks, generally the resulting from the numerous 2.7 second 0-60 mph blasts. The sore neck part was actually something that Nissan engineers took into consideration. They actually devised a limit of 4 consecutive launches per every 1.5 miles of casual driving and justified their actions by citing wear and tear on the drivetrain and the occupants neck.

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The 2012 Nissan GT-R's official specs have been public knowledge for several weeks now. The engines power increases to 530 from 485, and the torque grows to a stout 448 ft-lbs, up from 434 ft-lbs. There was even talk of the aerodynamics producing a whopping 10% more downforce yet offering a superior drag coefficient of.26.

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On the inside, the 2012 Nissan GT-R definitely seems to be more in line with its $89,000 base price, for the first time. The 2012 GT-R sports improved interior materials, similar to the ones found on various Infiniti models. The gauges are better lit and the colors of the dials and interior trim are more pronounced. The seats are aggressively bolstered and just as comfortable as before. The 2012 GT-R also benefits from better chassis rigidity and can actually withstand an astonishing 11,000 lbs of stress. This increased rigidity results in a better on road feel with slightly less road noise.

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There are numerous suspension modifications in the 2012 Nissan GT-R such as an increased front caster that grows to 6 degrees. Nissan also modified the rear suspension to improve its weight distribution and lower the center of gravity for the car.

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The wheels have obviously changed as well. The base model carries a new design of 1 piece allow wheel. These new rims are similar to the outgoing models wheels. The old ones are still available though. All GT-R tires are pumped up with nitrogen, which offers superior stability and performance.

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The ultimate verdict on the 2012 GT-R, get this car if you have the means! There is no car on the market today that offers the all weather, all situation, performance that this machine does. The car is big, easy to drive, does most of the work for you, and will beat everything from a 911 Turbo S to a Ferrari 458 Italia around a racetrack. Best of all, the car has tons of room for improvement from aftermarket tuners, which can take this car up to 800 plus horsepower.

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For those of us who like to live life in the fast lane; a sweet sports car is a must. Family sedans may be practical and efficient cars might save you a few bucks at the gas pump but they can't give you that raw power and excitement that you get from maneuvering a powerful vehicle. It's about not caring about how much gas costs or about how large your trunk space is; it's about the pure thrill and excitement of driving. Take a look at our pick of two amazing fast cars from Nissan and Toyota.

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One of the fastest cars on the market is the 2011 Nissan GTR. It's also known as the "Gran Turismo Racer". On the exterior this ride is sporty, aggressive, bold and very eye catching. It is well equipped with a super powerful 3.8 Liter six cylinder engine which outputs an intense 434 horsepower; this beast of a car can reach intense speeds of up to 193 miles per hour.

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You normally don't think of Nissan's as super fast cars but this one can compete with the best of the exotic cars such as Lamborghini, Ferrari and Porsche when it comes to pure speed. It can go from zero to sixty mph in just 3.3 seconds! That's faster than a lot of exotic cars that exorbitantly expensive and cost hundred thousands of dollars. Gas mileage isn't too great at 15 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the freeway but that is to be expected of a vehicle with an emphasis on sportiness.

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Take a look inside the car and you will find seats covered in luxurious rich leather, a hard drive to house all of your favorite tunes and the ability to plug in your Ipod or any other music player. Trunk space is a bit on the small ride with 8.8 cubic feet but that's not too bad for a high performance sports car. Pricing starts at around the late $62k range.

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Another hot car that is sure to set the automotive industry on fire once it debuts is the F-86 sports coupe manufactured by Toyota. It will be built by Toyota but utilize the Subaru platform. The engine is expected to put out anywhere between 200 and 250 HP although definite numbers have not been officially released yet. In contrast with the luxury GT-R sports car, the FT-86 will be much more affordable and a more realistic purchase for the majority of automotive buyers with a price tag of around $23k for the base model.

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As of the moment Toyota does not have a hot rod sports car in its lineup and it hopes that the F-86 can fill that void. Toyota has not released an official release date yet but we are sure that the auto maker will make big waves once it sets a date.

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Car enthusiasts nowadays mull over to how import a GTR from Japan to US. You might ask how come the trend now is importing Japanese cars. When you speak of the automotive industry, it is not an unknown fact worldwide that the Japanese are said to be leaders. They are very much trusted in terms of car quality and innovations.

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So, if you are into the car business, opting to import cars from Japan will even end up on top of your list for possible suppliers. The buy-and-sell business of Japanese cars brings good opportunity for traders to earn big money. And this is among the reasons why importing cars from Japan has become a trend now.

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Why import a GTR from Japan to US? A very logical reason here is budget. Cars from Japan are cheap and of high quality, which makes it even more enticing to buy one. In addition, Japanese are innovative in terms of design and style. Thus, you never go wrong in choosing a car from Japan. But what are the things to consider before deciding to import Japanese cars?

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Search. Before you finally decide on what car to buy, be sure you have selected from a wide choice of Japanese cars. This is to at least do away with regrets in the future. Take time looking for a potential car to purchase. There are so many available online or from auctions.

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Quality. You don't just buy a car for no reason at all. Most likely, you buy to either use it or sell it. Thus, the quality of the Japanese car you will import to the US matters. Check the condition of the car. This is important since there are several safety standards to be followed before you can import a GTR from Japan to US.

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Budget. During the time you opted to import Japanese cars, budget has been considered already as a factor for doing such move. However, you should also take note that there are several costs involved in importing cars from Japan, aside from the amount of the car itself. Please be guided that you also have to pay some fees for the exporter and the freight charges.

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Registration. The last important thing you have to consider is the registration of your imported Japanese car. You are not allowed to drive your car on US roads without registration. Hence, you have to complete the requirements to have your new car registered and ready for use.

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Keep all this in mind, and surely there is no way you'll make a mistake in purchasing your GTR from Japan. If in the past, importing cars is impossible, then now things have already changed. Easy steps are all you need to import a GTR from Japan to US.

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Call it used, second hand or pre-owned, one thing's for sure, if it's an older model Nissan you most certainly can call it pre-loved. In fact, it's likely that the owner of that very vehicle has simply upgraded to a newer Nissan model. Yes, brand loyalty is a given once you've owned a Nissan, ask any owner. But it's not just because Nissan offers such a vast range of top quality products, it's also its reputation for building vehicles that last. And if you're thinking of buying a used Nissan, this should seal the deal.

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Understandably, the Nissan brand has earned a solid following since it first entered the country nearly five decades ago under the then Datsun badge. During this time South Africans saw the release of iconic cars such as the 1200 and later 1400 Datsun/Nissan bakkie, the Nissan Sunny and the Nissan 350Z to name a few. Today various Nissan products are manufactured and assembled at the Japanese automaker's plant in Rosslyn, North of Pretoria.

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Nissan offers an extensive range of products vast enough to cover every demographic and since the brand has been around for so long, pre-owned products are readily available. Passenger cars range from the mini Micra, Tiida, Livina and Qashqai to the speed hungry 370Z and GTR, while the X-Trail, Pathfinder, Navara, Murano and Patrol allow you to conquer the road less traveled. Commercial vehicles like the NP200 and NP300 pick-ups and other commuters in turn let you take care of business. So whatever your needs or preferences, you're sure to find a used Nissan to match your requirements at any of the many countrywide dealerships such as Group1 Nissan.

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Some might argue that buying new is the only safe way to go, whereas others believe that buying pre-owned gives you more bang for your buck. There are obviously arguments to support both. One myth we can bust, however, is that buying second hand means buying blind. Nissan's Valid Value programme, for example, was designed to ensure that used Nissan vehicles complied with stringent quality measures. To qualify as a Valid Value Nissan, the vehicle would have to be less than 3 years old, have less than 100 000km on the odometer and have a full service history. Furthermore these vehicles then undergo a 101-point quality check as well as a background check to ensure its legitimacy. Not only will this programme allow you to buy with complete peace of mind, but you'll get to own a car that's as good as new at a very attractive price. Now that makes good financial sense, doesn't it?

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